“The best gifts for men”—a thing you Google, a thing you ponder, a thing you think so damn hard about you forget why you wanted to give them in the first place. Not this year. This year, you resolve to Google with intention (coming straight to GQ), not like before with the Sad Socks or the Whiskey Stones. You will meditate on, but not overthink, which of our thoughtful gift ideas will most suit this man (who surely deserves to be spoiled just a little bit because don’t we all, don’t we all).
From you, a king of good taste, to him, your absolute favorite, here are some of the finest gifts for men, no matter what the time or occasion—culled based on our full slate of Best Stuff guides, from beard trimmers to headphones, along with our annual awards series for fitness, grooming, and sleep products.
The Best Gifts for Men, According to GQ
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For the Guy Who Always Smells Good: Malin + Goetz Fragrance Discovery Gift Set
He’s always a breath of fresh air when you see him, but you can’t quite put your finger on what his favorite scents might be. Malin+Goetz’s six-piece sample kit takes the guesswork out of finding a new scent du jour, with a little bit of all the brand’s greatest hits to tickle his fancy (and nose hair) in the best way possible.
For the Bode Boy on a Budget: Abercrombie & Fitch Crochet-Style Sweater Polo
He may not be able to afford a one-of-a-kind jacket made from 20th-century wool, but he can certainly scoop up a charming crochet knit polo with Bode aspirations at the mall. Thankfully, because of you, he won’t have to even lift a finger.
For the Constantly Overcaffeinated: Atlas Coffee Club Subscription
Help them take a culinary tour of the world with this GQ editor-beloved subscription box for coffee enthusiasts. It will ship them the finest single origin roasts from around the world (including spots like Hawaii, Jamaica, Yemen, and Guatemala), along with desktop-worthy postcards that tell you more about each coffee’s place of origin. Look out for unique tasting notes of strawberry, graham cracker, lemonade, almond butter, and beyond in each bag.
For the Guy Who’s Obsessed With Pants: Madewell Cotton-Wool Trousers
We think Madewell’s latest season unleashed a near-perfect pair of pants, and in every dude’s hunt for better bottoms, these take the cake.
For the Guy Who Loves a Happy Hour: Yeti Rambler Stackable Lowball
Quietly nursing an adult beverage doesn’t have to come in flask or paperbag form. Instead, there’s a sleek stainless steel vessel that’ll regulate temps enough that he’ll never have to even think of reaching for a giant iceball.
For the Guy Who Commutes Into Work: Banana Republic Cotton-Linen Sweater Polo
No more showing up to the office a sweaty mess thanks to this downright breezy polo with a hybrid cotton-linen fabric and a hybrid sweater polo silhouette that will save him during these confusing in-between seasons.
For the Guy Who’s Got Some Thoughts: Exacompta Desk Pad
Notes to self. Big ideas. To-dos. A doodle of a pretzel saying, “No need to be so salty.” When he needs to jot something down, this refillable desk pad with its brass holder and thumb screws will always be at the ready.
For the Guy Who’s a Staunch Minimalist: Smythson “Mara” Flat Card Holder
Smythson’s handsome, croc-embossed cardholder is our favorite lightweight method of transporting the essentials (and only the essentials), so it’ll be a welcome gift to anoint a new graduate with
For the Guy Who Likes to Share: Houseplant Party Ashtray
Unless you’re a committed solo stoner, everything’s better when you’re lighting up among friends. This stylish party-ready ashtray (courtesy of Seth Rogen’s brand Houseplant) has openings to park three joints in there, so it’s ready when the next gathering rolls around.
For the Guy Who Travels in Style: Filson Tin Cloth Dopp Kit
Every guy needs a bag for keeping his toiletries and grooming gear in place when he’s on the road rather than, say, a medium-sized Ziploc. But there’s an awful lot of meh Dopp kits out there, while this hardy tin-cloth one has the makeup of a hearty waxed canvas jacket and the storage to house all of his skincare essentials.
For the Guy Whose Scruff Is Sculpted: Philips Norelco Multigroom 9000 Trimmer
The best beard trimmer, as per our rigorous testing, is a high-powered, metal-bodied, incredibly precise tool that will keep all his facial hair dialed in. But the Multigroom 9000 is also a top-tier body groomer and hair clipper as well. Because if he’s going to keep his hair in check, he should be able to keep it all in check.
For the Guy Who Vacations in Mykonos: Todd Snyder Bungalow Polo
If he’s constantly doing his best to cosplay as the talented Mr. Ripley, he’ll love the addition of a new knit polo to his collection. This one is great on the surface, but it’s not until you take a closer look to gaze at the intricate striping that it truly earns grail-worthy status.
For the Guy Who Doesn’t Know What Hyaluronic Acid Is (Yet): Pretty Boy Revival Gel-Cream
This lightweight Grooming Award winner will get him up to speed on the basics of good hydration, all thanks to its tight lineup of derm-approved ingredients like ceramides, squalane, niacinamide, and of course hyaluronic acid.
For the Guy Who Prefers to Get His Miles In Outdoors: Nike ACG Mountain Fly 2 Low Trail Runners
Nike’s grippy rubber Mountain Flys will help him gain new ground on the trails and look good doing it.
For the Guy Who Sweats the Data: TwelveSouth Action Band
It’s hard to find a better fitness tracker than the Apple Watch—but sometimes, it’s even harder to wear the Apple Watch if your workout isn’t conducive to a regular watchband. Twelve South’s Actionband lets you move the Watch farther up your forearm, rotate the face in for protection (like one GQ editor does for kettlebell workouts), and (duh) mop up sweat with a swipe of the wrist.
For the Guy Whose Towels Are Basically Rags: Parachute Organic Cotton Mosaic Towels
Turkish cotton in an eye-catching print to say, “I’m an adult now,” works well for the guy who just bought his own apartment or the lovable schlub you’re dating.
For the City Slicker: Percival Waterproof Auxiliary Sherlock
No one does a Macintosh quite like the Brits over at Percival, and with a slicker this sleek, he’ll be wearing it plenty come rain or come shine.
For the Designhead: Flos Black Bellhop Portable Table Lamp
Flos’ mushroom-style bellhop tables are good enough for one-percenters like the Roys, and doubly worth it for the designhead you live with. They’re rechargeable and able to be placed wherever he sees fit, from his nightstand to his desk. And in an all-blacked-out colorway, they’ll look imposing in any odd corner of the apartment.
For the Guy Whose Fits Could Use a Little Something: Mejuri Black Onyx Pendant Necklace
If he’s been wearing a chain for a while and could use some variation, nudge him into jewelry’s intermediate class with a low-key pendant like this one.
For the Guy Who’s Your Better Half: Aesop Breathless Botanical Massage Oil
Aesop’s citrusy oil, spiked with blood orange and laurel leaf, will feel like a vacation whether greasing up his leathery limbs in cold weather or used as a date night massage accessory.
For the Guy Who Likes to Play Dress Up: J.Crew Crosby Classic-Fit Blazer
J.Crew has truly upped its suiting game, and for the guy who wears a sport coat or blazer to work even in the middle of summer, he’ll want to have this linen-cotton blend joint hanging up in the closet.
For the Workwear Nerd: Mont St. Michel French Moleskin Work Jacket
Mont St. Michel has been putting out grail-worthy French chore coats for decades, with heritage details like a moleskin fabric and palm seed buttons that make each one feel like a vintage piece.
For the Guy Who Doesn’t Trust the TSA (or Himself): Apple AirTag
If he’s got an iPhone and anything he doesn’t want to lose—his keys, his work bag, his checked luggage, his dog—then an AirTag is his ticket to peace of mind. Apple’s tracker uses the entire iPhone-owning world to keep tabs on where it is at all times, so whatever he attaches it to would probably need to be in the middle of the Pacific Ocean to be truly lost.
For the Guy Whose Future’s So Bright: Ray-Ban Hexagonal Sunglasses
Wayfarers, Aviators, Clubmasters: the classic Ray-Bans are classic for a reason. But this angular pair has all the same flair as those legends without blending into the crowd.
For the Guy Who Keeps It Simple: Aeropress XL Coffee Press
You don’t need a $500 grinder or obscure barista tools to make a coffee snob-approved cup of coffee. This wildly easy to use, oversized contraption makes the perfect cup(s) of coffee every time with an immersion-style chamber that uses air pressure to force water through the grounds with very little mess involved.
For the Guy You’re Stumped On: Lululemon ABC Pull-On Pant
Lululemon stocks a well-rounded selection of comfy pants, but the ABC (look up what that stands for—we dare you) might be its most popular silhouette for men. This pair features a stretchy waist and no buttons or zippers, but makes your favorite guy look put together even if he’s really not.
For the Guy Who Isn’t Sold on Le Creuset: Our Place Cast Iron Perfect Pot
Heritage schmeritage. This do-it-all cast iron crockpot comes with its own grips for taking out of the oven, and looks like a dream on your stovetop.
For the Guy Who Could Use a Lift: Our Legacy Camion Boots
Our Legacy is the biggest little fashion brand in the world, and its ever-popular Camion boots are an easy way to level up any outfit. Ahem, the chunky little heel will literally give all the short kings out there a boost.
For the Whiskey Obsessive: Flaviar Subscription
If he tends to wax poetic about the brown stuff, he’ll get fired up when a box arrives at the door with his name on it and a few bottles of small-batch, world-renowned whiskeys—the kind you won’t find at the local liquor shop—tucked inside. If you bless him with a year’s subscription, each box only costs $80 (for $320 total). Not a bad price for a year’s worth of drinking well.
For the Guy Who’s Prepared for Anything: Leatherman Bond Multi-Tool
There’s little you can’t do with the Leatherman Bond among the 13 tools—from pliers and a knife to a Phillips screwddriver and wine-bottle opener—built into its relatively svelte frame. Well, 14 tools, if you count the fact that he’ll inevitably use it to hammer something back into place.
For the Guy Who Needs Help Dressing: Alex Mill Mill Shirt
Some dudes just need a little help getting dressed. Alex Mill makes a bunch of excellent, long-wearing essentials to build out that capsule wardrobe and this crisp, classic button-down should be first on his list.
For the Smart Home Aficionado: Pixel Tablet with Charging Speaker Dock
This isn’t just a tablet—it’s a digital picture frame, smart home hub, and room-filling smart speaker. And if your guy already has prodcuts from Google Nest, then this splurge gift will put his entire smart home in the palm of his hand.
For the Guy Who Works Out at Home: Bowflex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell
As the extended saying goes, New year, new gear, new you. This is technically one kettlebell, but it’s functionally six in one, since he’ll be able to twist the dial on top and adjust the weight in increments, from 8 pounds up to 40. Which means it’ll grow with him—or, more specifically, with his muscles.
For the Guy With Discerning Taste: The Spring 2024 GQ Box
The GQ Box delivers at least $200-worth of style upgrades, home goods, A-tier grooming products, and more—in, yes, a literal box—to the subscriber’s door every three months. And it costs much less than what’s inside. The latest one comes packed with everything you need to gear up for warmer weather, from a sweat-wicking workout tee to a Hawthorne scent for new subscribers. Use the code “SPRING24” to get your first box for just $39.
For the Guy Who’s Always at a 1% Battery Life When You Call: Anker Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger
A perennially useful gift isn’t a bad idea, and won’t be stuffed in the junk drawer. This one will also prop up his phone for seamless video chatting, and give him a better selfie angle.
For the Guy With a Naked Wrist: Todd Snyder x Timex Blackout Expedition North Watch
Timex’s latest collab with Todd Snyder is a slam-dunk for any burgeoning Watch Guy or well-established Watch Nerd with its sleek black-on-black design and contrast stitching.
For the Guy Who’s Got Two Thumbs and Knows How to Use ‘Em: Backbone iPhone Gaming Controller
An Xbox or PlayStation or Switch are nice, but one of the most powerful gaming systems in the world is already in his pocket. And its gets even better when he can slap on this controller, turning everything from Apple Arcade titles to streamed games via Xbox Cloud into anywhere-he-wants sessions.
For the Guy With Western Leanings: Wrangler Rodeo “Ben” Snap Shirt
Inject some yeehaw energy into his fits with a classic Western shirt from Wrangler that even real cowboys swear by.
For the Guy Who’s a Sucker for Sexy Kitchenware: Moccamaster Select 10-Cup Coffee Maker
Nothing beats a MoccaMaster on retro aesthetics in the coffee maker arena, and with this he’ll be able to serve the entire extended family in minutes thanks to its large 10-cup carafe.
For the Guy on the Go: Mystery Ranch Superset Gym Bag
Few brands can say they’ve done a collab with Dior, but Mystery Ranch has that feat under its belt. This gym bag is perfectly designed to get you to your next sweat sesh but also doubles as a very excellent carry-on bag.
For the Guy Who’s Always on Dinner Duty: Escali Primo Digital Food Scale
He doesn’t make dinner, he cooks. And that means he’s now dabbling in recipes that use weighted measurements—probably metric!—instead of the imprecise imperial amounts. This scale is both precise and, thanks to its eight color options, kinda stylish.
For the Guy Who Grinds Way Too Hard: Theragun Sense
The latest percussive massage gun from Therabody does more than just pound your muscles into submission—it’s also about giving your mind a break thanks to a built-in heart rate sensor with breathwork coaching delivered via an accompanying Bluetooth app.
For the Audiophile: Sonos Move
Sonos upgraded its Move—a wireless rechargeable speaker built to go from bedroom to bathroom to back patio and wherever else—with a 24-hour battery life (so he can keep the party going) and stereo separation (so his “Taylor ‘n’ Friends” playlist will sound even better).
For the Beer Enthusiast: HAY Tavern Stacking Glasses
Whether you’re hunting for a good housewarming gift or just trying to please the boozehound on your gift list, you can’t go wrong with these chunky, modern glasses that are suitable for pouring beer, wine, or cocktails. At $35 for a set of six, they’re an absolute steal.
For the Gorpiest Guy You Know: Merrell Moab 3 Hiking Boots
Don’t send him off to the top of the mount with a subpar set of hikers. Merrell’s Moab 3s have the traction, the weatherproofed materials, and the looks to help him trek in the great outdoors with aplomb.
For the Guy Who Loves to Throw a Backyard Hang: Solo Stove Ranger 2.0 Smokeless Fire Pit
This is one of those gifts where everybody wins: You get a cozy backyard gathering spot to make s’mores and contemplate the vastness of the universe as the stars sweep across the sky, and he gets to make fire.
For the Man Who Likes His Clothes to Do More: Ten Thousand Versatile Shirt
No matter how many workout tees he owns, he’s always on the hunt for a better one. Ten Thousand’s version lives up to its name with a host of gym-ready specs—sweat-wicking fabric, chafe-free seams, odor-busting silver ion treatment—in an everyday-wearable design that doesn’t scream “Chest Day.”
For the Guy Who Loves to Game: Meta Quest 3 Breakthrough Mixed Reality
The new Meta Quest 3 is the ultimate trump card gift for any gamer on your list: the VR will be transportative in even the most familiar spaces, and its advanced comfort and passthrough features mean you can easily grab a quick bite without taking your headset.
For the Guy Who Likes to Light Up: Rogue Vaporizer
We dubbed the Rogue the “pound-for-pound” best vape of the many we tested for getting all the important things right. Not unlike the man in your life who enjoys a little puff to relax after a long day of work, or play, or watching historical documentaries.
For the Guy Who Stays Laced Up:Jacques Solovière “Eduardo” Lug Derby
That old adage “the shoes make the man” is past its prime. Still, Jacques Solovière’s single-cut, elegantly folded Eduardo is the mildly freaked update on the stoic derby that makes other people stop and notice in the best way possible.
For the Guy Who Loves His Vinyl: Fellow Opus Burr Grinder
One of our favorite turntables will not only upgrade his vinyl-listening setup, but also help him refine the audio on all his dusty records.
For the Guy Who’s Dressed to Chill: King & Tuckfield Wave Cardigan
British brand King & Tuckfield has put a knit polo on the backs of Hollywood’s finest, from Ryan Gosling to The Rock to Donald Glover. Consider this subtly wavy blue polo a celebrity status symbol that’s actually worth the price.
For the Guy Who’s Precious About His Coffee: Fellow Opus Burr Grinder
A formidable, incredibly precise grinder from Fellow for the hardest-grinding fellow on your list. It’ll help him zero in on the best settings for either a micro espresso grind or a coarser cold brew option, and nothing looks sleeker on the countertop.
For the Guy Whose Beard is His Pride and Joy: Le Labo Beard Oil
Something he can flex in his medicine cabinet and wear proudly on his face. It’s spiked with notes of bergamot and lavender for an extra soothing aromatic experience.
For the Guy Who Appreciates the Classics: Blundstone 1320 Chelsea Boots
Sensible, limited-edition Blundstones that will keep his dogs cozy for years to come.
For the Guy Who’s Not Big on Apple: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
If you’re still not sold on Airpods, here’s an excellent tech gift that’s easy to wear for hours without ear pain and come stacked with all the impressive sound quality, sweat resistance, iPhone pairing, and noise cancelling he could possibly want to listen to podcasts and playlists on his commute.
For the Couch Potato King: Brooklinen Weighted Throw Blanket
Sometimes nodding off under a weighted blanket can feel oppressive, but a weighted throw for your couch potato sessions? Blissful enough to keep him cozied up for hours.
For the Guy Who’s Always Clean-Shaven: Bevel Limited Edition Trimmer
Eight hours of cordless perfection for all his trimming needs, packaged in a luxe, design-forward body.
For the Goodreads Champion on Your List: Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
A critical piece of tech that keeps all his reads in one place, and reduces strain on that bad back of his.
For the Guy Who Loves a Multi-Tasker: Panasonic MultiShape Kit
The everything hygiene and grooming gift set is right here, with interchangeable add-ons for the same revved-up beard and hair tool—including toothbrush and trimmer heads—in one ready-to-travel Dopp kit. Brushing with the same device you use to manscape? None of our business, frankly, King of Efficiency!
For the Guy Who Craves Peace and Quiet: Bose 700 Noise Cancelling Headphones
He’ll be able to successfully tune you and the world out, even better maybe than he usually does, with the help of these truly excellent headphones from the masters of audio over at Bose. Beyond the crystal clear acoustics, there are also 11 levels of active noise cancellation to meet the moment—light snorers all the way up to pneumatic drills and plane engines.
For the Guy You Haven’t Put a Ring on Just Yet: Miansai Duo Silver “Jasper” Ring
Here’s a symbolic ring (no, not that one) which can be interpreted so many ways: A pair of jasper stones for two absolute gems of humans, an equals sign for equality (just getting the gears turning…), and a sleek signet shape for your classically handsome partner.
For the Heavy Sleeper: Loftie Alarm Clock
For the guy who could sleep through an air horn, this alarm clock’s our top pick for a gentle, but effective rise n’ grind routine. It plays gentle natural sounds to rouse you awake, and also includes plenty of other party tricks, from a night light and white noise function to the ability to double as a speaker for playing your favorite jams.
For the Guy Who Knows the Difference Between Arabica and Robusta: Oxo 9-Cup Coffee Maker
Our favorite coffee maker is dead simple to use but somehow manages to brew a damn good cup of coffee despite the minimal effort.
For the Person Who Revels in a Good Basic: Buck Mason Slub Classic Tee
Upgrade his threadbare short sleeve rotation with one of our favorite, buy-one-in-every-color t-shirts. It’s got the perfect lived-in texture and fit to become a summer staple, and sits at a comfortable price point for stocking up in multiples.
For the Guy Who’s Deep in Dune Lore: ‘The Three Body Problem Series,’ by Cixin Liu
With all due respect to Frank Herbert, Timotheé Chalamet, and Zendaya, there’s more than one sci-fi masterpiece worth his attention. Cixin Liu’s trilogy is a brain-melting multi-century saga exploring what might actually happen if we made contact with aliens—and now, it’s a Netflix show, too.
For the Backyard Pizzaiolo: Ooni Koda 12 Gas-Powered Pizza Oven
An easy-to-use pizza oven that brings them all to the yard with it’s no muss, no fuss design. This one takes just 15 minutes to get up to temp so it’s ready to pump out some pies.
For the Gamer with a Crew: Helldivers PS5 Game
The surprise hit of 2024 is basically Starship Troopers in gaming form, where you play a series of replaceable grunts forced to kill alien bugs or alien robots over and over and over and over—with the help of your IRL friends and equally dedicated strangers.
