Christmas Gift Ideas for Every Hard to Shop for Boyfriend

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No matter how well you know your boyfriend or how long you've been dating, your mind draws a blank when it's time to get your guy a gift. You want to make sure it's something he'll actually use and love, but considering that Christmas is *right* around the corner you also want to play up the sentimental and romantic vibes. Whether you decide to snag him a gag gift that will make him LOL, get something personalized, or give him the gift of an experience you can share together, we've got you covered with both budget-friendly options and unique splurge-worthy gifts that he'll cherish forever.

Ahead, find the best gifts that your boyfriend will love *almost* as much as he loves you. 🥰

NBA 2K24 Kobe Bryant Edition - PlayStation 5

We'll be extremely shocked if your BF hasn't asked for this a billion times. It's like the key to GF of the Year Award.

Spider-Man Anarchic Spider-Punk With Great Power T-Shirt

If your boyfriend is a Spiderman fan, he'll love this Spider-Punk graphic tee from Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse

Classic Clogs

Bonus points if you deck them out with a ton of jibbitz.

Knit Cuffed Beanie

You can never go wrong with a classic beanie. Plus, you can always steal it from him later.

Instax Mini 40 Instant Camera & Contact Sheet Film & Instant Film Twin Pack (White)

If you're looking for a more sentimental gift, get him an instant camera so he can capture all of your sweet memories.

Dior Refillable Sauvage Eau de Toilette

Let's be real, your boyfriend smelling good is a gift for both of you. Gucci Sauvage is m great option if you can afford to splurge.

32 oz Wide Mouth Straw Lid Rain

Give your boyfriend the gift of hydration with a Hydro Flask.

Custom Mixtape + Cover Art

How adorable is this custom cassette mixtape 🥹 you can even get it personalized with your own pic on the case

Fun & Adventurous Date Night Box

This is the perfect gift if you're the indecisive girlfriend who never knows where she wants to go for dinner.

Matching Couples Brick Heart Keychain

These went viral on Tiktok, and for good reason. They're soooo cute!

Personalized Money Clip for Him

Customize this gift with a word, your initials, the date you met, or a sweet (and short) message.

Headphone/Headset Stand Holder

Little practical gifts like these will create some major improvements in his life — and his desk setup.

Tipton Slipper

These leather & suede slippers will make your boyfriend feel like a 🧐 fancy gentleman 🧐 even if he’s just lounging around the house on a lazy Saturday morning.

Acoustic Guitar Bag with 0.5 Inch Thick Padding

Upgrade the protective carrying case of his instrument of choice so he looks as cool transporting it around as he does playing it.

6-Pack Stackable Clear Plastic Shoe Organizer Containers

The sneakerhead gift to end all sneakerhead gifts. He'll be able to have his most precious pairs on display while still keeping them in great shape.

Snack Box 45 Pcs Candy Variety Pack

If the way to your man's heart seems to be through his stomach, gift him enough snacks to get him through weeks of studying.

Electric Toothbrush

Switching from a regular ol' toothbrush to an electric one is an upgrade that he might not think to treat himself to, but will definitely appreciate. Plus, it's a gift to you, too, because his breath will be minty-fresh.

Prescription Coffee Mug

Yeah, he'll get a kick out of this one. This gift is perfect if you just started dating and want a funny (but useful!) present.

Marvel Nano Gauntlet Iron Man Building Set for Adults

A sick LEGO set is more than a perfectly acceptable gift — in fact, a really cool collectors piece like this one will probably bring your guy more joy than he'd care to admit.

The Original Triple Candy Machine

Who wouldn't be totally ecstatic to receive a candy dispenser machine for their desk? Fill it up with his favorite sweets for easy snacking.

Mini 3-Pack Bright Blend Deodorant Collection

Help your man get Date Night-ready and smelling fresh with these aluminum-free (read: safe to use) mini deodorants. He can toss one in his backpack and one in the glove compartment in his car for any last-minute deo needs.

14 Inch Laptop Sleeve Protective Computer Carrying Case

Now maybe he'll stop scratching up his laptop from tossing it straight into his backpack. This carrying case is super lowkey and has a handle for easy transporting.

We're Not Really Strangers Card Game

Keep the deep convos going on your next date night with these cards that'll spark discussions you might not've otherwise had with your BF.

Ind. Smoke Unisex Fragrance

There's nothing like the smell of a good cologne. The fragrance is unisex, so you could cop a spritz for yourself, too.

Bluetooth Karaoke Microphones

The gift he'd never think to ask for, but totally needs in his life. Add a sing-a-long to the agenda of your next friend group hang. Duets of every love song ever, coming up.

Men's Patterned Socks, Pack of 5

Not to sound like your grandma, but socks are *genuinely* great gifts because you know he's going to wear them over and over again.

Monogram Planner

Help him organize all of his thoughts and dreams in one sophisticated leather planner customized with his initials.

DIY Hand Casting Kit Couples - Plaster Mold Kit

You're in it for the long haul — create a plaster mold of your hands to create the coolest custom desk decor ever.

Yosemite Crew Neck Sweatshirt

Okay, how dope is this sweatshirt? Help your man upgrade his closet and soon enough he'll have the freshest style in the game.

Hot Sauce Trio

Your boyfriend is like Beyonce in that he always has hot sauce in his bag. Give him options to choose from with this three-piece set.

Bauhaus Model 4 Enamel Ring

Harry Styles wore this ring, so if your boyfriend wears it, it's practically like you're dating Harry Styles.

Sherpa-Lined Corduroy Trucker Jacket

He'll love layering this "Stranger Things"-esque corduroy jacket over a hoodie, but it's really a gift for you because he'll just look so dang cute in it.

Baby Yoda Obi Wan For Me Coffee Mug

Did your love story start thanks to a mutual love for a galaxy far, far away? This mug is a cute nod to your shared Star Wars obsession.

Charcoal Powder Body Wash

This charcoal-powered body wash is perfect for the guy who plays sports or lives a super high-performance lifestyle and is in need for an extra powerful shower sitch.

Glitter Hearts Toilet Bombs

If you’re on the hunt for a light-hearted, funny, didn’t-spend-too-much-but-still-found-you-something-unique kinda gift for the guy you just started dating, here it is!

Beard Grooming Kit

He knows his beard looks good, but a little confidence boost wouldn't hurt 😏 This kit contains everything he could possibly need to keep his (growing) beard looking totally fire.

Box Chain Bracelet

This simple bracelet will actually make a major style statement on your BF's wrist — it's sleek, easy to wear, and your man will think of you when he proudly wears this every day.

Microwave S'mores Maker

Ok, this is more of a gift for the two of you to share. Take your s'mores out to your backyard for a night of star-gazing and cozying up under a blanket, no fire required.

Collectors Edition Rolling Stones Magazine Frame

If your guy is a music fan, he'll love this framed poster that looks like it could have come off of any big-time producer's wall.

Giant Pizza Throw Blanket

There's a 99% chance he's thinking about pizza at this exact moment – so, basically, this is the perfect gift to show him you really know him. It's funny and practical for those chilly winter nights.

Moving Sand Art Picture Round Glass 3D Deep Sea Sandscape

Keep him connected with nature, even when he's not. This moving sand art brings the beauty of the desert right to his desk.

Rapper Celebrity Prayer Candle

Candles are always a good gift, even for your bf. This funny candle is perfect for the easy-going guy — or the guy who has claimed rap music as his entire personality.

Our Adventure Book Scrapbook Pixar Up

This one requires a little advance preparation, but the book will be extra meaningful when you gift it to him chock-full of memories you two have shared together — especially if he's a fan of the movie UP. Leave empty pages to keep adding to it!

Peanut Butter Sampler

Raise your hand if you intend on buying this peanut butter pack for your boyfriend, then stealing 2-3 jars for yourself. 🙋

Stanmore II Bluetooth Speaker

This has the old-school feel of a classic amp, but comes with all the high-tech qualities of a new speaker, like Bluetooth and quick-charge capabilities.

Couples Bracelets, His and Hers

Simple, but effective. You'll be able to magnetically link these minimalist bracelets together whenever you're nearby. 🥺

365 Pages of Self-Discovery - A Daily Guided Writing Journal

Help him start his memoir with this journal he'll keep his entire life. Then you can write yourself into it, too. 😉

Tub Kit No. 2

These bath soaks are perfect to treat aching muscles – and you know your man has got plenty of those. 😉

NFL Rico Industries Embossed Leather Trifold Wallet

A classic wallet with a sporty motif – the ultimate cool-guy holiday gift. Pick his favorite sports team and let him rep it all day, every day.

The Beatles 4-Pack Gift Set

If your guy loves funky socks and The Beatles, this is the perfect gift for him.

Dinner and A Movie Date Night Dice

Always struggling to figure out what to do for at-home movie dates? These dice make it easy — one to pick a cuisine, one to pick a film genre, and one to tell you which movie to watch. Easy-peasy.

Picking Up The Pieces Anorak Hoodie

I mean…it *is* hoodie stealing season. You'll practically be buying this hoodie for the both of you.

Weighted Jump Rope- 1 LB Professional Skipping Rope, Adjustable

Your gym-loving BF will appreciate this weighted jumprope — it’s just heavy enough to give his next cardio sesh a little oomph. You’ll be getting his heart racing in more ways than one. 😉

Personalized College Football History Book

Does your boyfriend have a favorite college football team? Give him this classic book of newspaper articles that documents their history.

The Office World's Best Boyfriend Mug

You and your boyfriend love watching The Office together, and this mug lets him know that he's the best there is, Michael Scott style.

Personalized Engraved Pocket Knife

If your boo is into hiking, camping, or whatever else guys like to use pocket knives for, he'll love this wood-plated customized version.

Anniversary Day Gift For Him, Date Bracelet

He'll think of you every time he looks at this romantic accessory engraved with your anniversary. It's subtle, but you'll both know what it means.

Free Flight Temporary Tattoo

Has your boyfriend been wanting to get a tattoo but doesn’t know what (or where) he wants to permanently ink it? These realistic-looking temporary tattoos will let him try out a style – sans needles.

Outrageous Conversation Starters for Couples

Get the conversation flowing with the prompts from this deck of cards. Draw the cards and find out answers to questions like “If we hadn't met the way we met, how do you think we would've met?"

Wrinkle-Free Castello Shirt

Just imagine how 🔥🔥 your man is going to look in this crisp button-down shirt. It’s perfect for your future fancy date nights, and it won't wrinkle. Win-win!

Essentials Set

Whether you’re thinking of gifting your man a deodorant set because you know he needs a refill (practical gifts FTW) or because you’re hoping he gets your ~subtle hint~, this charcoal scent will have him smelling fresh.

HARRY POTTER™ RAVENCLAW™ Adult Apron

Can we get a “yes, chef?” For all Harry Potter fans who want to rep their Hogwarts houses while whipping up a storm in the kitchen, these aprons are perfect. Two pumpkin pasties, coming right up!

Echo Dot

Now he can control his entire entertainment portfolio without even getting out of bed. It's the ultimate 2022 experience.

CATCH:3 Classics

He doesn't even need to bother with a USB, thanks to this charging pad. Just throw down his phone, smart watch, or headphones and they'll charge automatically.

University of Dope Game

This trivia game is like studying for a test – if your school taught classes on the history of rap.

I Would Rather Knot Ukulele Hanger

Turning his guitar into room decor? Truly, utterly genius.

Fenmore Midsize Multifunction Black Stainless Steel Watch

He only needs one accessory in his closet and that's a go-with-everything watch that can dress up even his oldest T-shirt (like this one).

Star Wars - PopThirst Cup Sleeve Darth Vader

Yes, this exists. And, yes, it's amazing. Give him a better grip on his soda of choice with this koozie that comes with a PopSocket built right in. Shop more prints here.

Cade Oxidized Sterling Silver Corded Bracelet

Get your guy's bracelet collection started with these vibe-y beads he'll rock all summer long.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians 5 Book Paperback Boxed Set

Gift your BF a boxed set of his favorite childhood books and relive his obsession.

Nuptse Mule Bootie

These are basically puffer coats for your feet – super comfy, lightweight, and so freakin' warm.

Mini Donut Maker Machine

The perfect activity for your next date night. He's probably gonna need some help eating all those doughnuts...just sayin'.

27" Complete Skateboard

This board is made of recycled materials and, let's face it, just looks cool as hell.

Elite Sportz Ring Toss Games

This ring toss game will make your bf a favorite at family barbecues.

Cotton Weighted Blanket

For the person who loves sleeping more than anyone you know, A.K.A. your BF.

Ticket Stub Shadow Box

So he can look back on all the concerts and sports games that you attended together.

TH Wireless Headphones

This pair of headphones look sleek and chic thanks to Tommy Hilfiger's classic logo.

Leather Phone Sticker Card Case

Leave the wallet at home. This phone case is stylish and so useful.

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Gift him fifty different ways to prepare his favorite food. It's a gift that keeps on giving.

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