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The Best Gift Ideas for Men Won’t Disappoint

39 ways to upgrade his life, from grooming goods to household helpers
39 Best Gift Ideas for Men 2025 Presents That Wont Disappoint
Photo: Fujio Emura; Styling: Alexandra Massillon

Guys can be disastrously tough to shop for, but the best gift ideas for men don’t have to involve a brainteaser. What do you buy for the dad with a fondness for practical things? Some elevated basics or tech essentials, not just another six-pack of tube socks, should do the trick. For the brother with a taste for the finer things? We’ve got some ideas of the luxury persuasion that don’t involve placing bids on Grailed or eBay. For the husband who claims to be OK with no gift at all (he’s lying), please resist the impulse to hit him with a gift card. There are several handsome layering options to get him through the fall and winter chill, along with some cooking upgrades that will please even the man who struggles with paint-by-numbers meal kit recipes (ahem, a pizza oven might change his life).

The Best Gift Ideas for Men, According to Us

Best Decor Gift
Louis Poulsen Rumee Portable Table Lamp
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Best Cozy Gift
Brooklinen Prism Throw Blanket
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Best Game Play
Georg Jensen Sky Card Game
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We’ve got a lot of covetable and cool gifts at every price point where that came from, which we’ve dutifully compiled for you ahead of the holidays (but will also work for Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthdays, and all the other milestones to come). We think these will please the pickiest men in your life who are, honestly, terrible at dropping hints. So, without further ado, read on for the AD edit of the best gifts for men.

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Home & Kitchen

Expert gift givers  know that a luxurious throw blanket is seldom a miss with home enthusiasts. Brooklinens prism cover...

Expert gift givers (like yours truly) know that a luxurious throw blanket is seldom a miss with home enthusiasts. Brooklinen’s prism cover is an extra-special way to bring color and texture to his couch or bedspread. The soft alpaca blend feels like being wrapped in a warm hug that he’ll be able to enjoy during light night gaming sessions or when his favorite hoodie isn’t cutting it.

Photo: Fujio Emura; Styling: Alexandra Massillon
Brooklinen Throw Blanket

Brooklinen Throw Blanket

A dark blue portable lamp.

Louis Poulsen Rumee Portable Table Lamp

Light up his life with a Louis Poulsen fit for any modern man.

Cutting sheers.

Onoyoshi Hamono Bud Cutting Shears

For the avid gardener or budding florist, elevate their at-home tools with a set of shears that boast leather-wrapped handles for ultimate comfort.

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BALMUDA The Toaster Pro

Balmuda’s incredibly stylish kitchen appliance guarantees perfectly toasted bread to pair with his morning cup of joe. Additional smart modes like a pizza setting to reheat cold slices and a broiler mode for the perfect sear on ribeyes will really elevate it to “most beloved kitchen gadget” status.

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Tom Dixon Bump Espresso Cups

Consider these espresso cups an energetic addition to his collection of coffee gear. The glassware’s sculptural look makes each piece feel like something you’d see behind glass at a modern art museum.

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Dar Proyectos Gemstone Soma Cube Puzzle

Elevated desk accessories like this stone puzzle are far more elegant than a fidget spinner or foam stress ball. The diffused color gradients will bring life to more drab office setups, and be a nice nod to the marble book ends sitting on the neighboring bookshelf.

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Flamingo Estate Richard's Festivo Set

Flamingo Estate’s gift set is a surefire way to make any gourmand feel loved. After all, being able to add a drizzle of fennel pollen olive oil onto forthcoming charcuterie boards and a splash of rosé wine vinegar into salad dressings will be the gift that keeps on giving past the holidays.

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Hawkins New York Cast Iron Yanagi Grill Pan

If you’ve been using gifting occasions as an opportunity to build up his cookware arsenal, let this year’s pick be a Japanese-made cast iron grill pan. It’ll deliver the perfect sear whether he’s grilling up fish, steak, or craving a panini.

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Frama Ground Bottle Opener

Opening up craft beers or the odd Topo Chico will feel much more luxurious with this sculptural bottle opener from Scandi essentials brand Frama.

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Arhaus Rhodes Chess Set

Every man goes through a chess phase; be prepared for his with a swanky marble set. Though if he's more into backgammon, don't worry—Arhaus has that covered, too.

A playing cards container is open revealing the ace of hearts.

Georg Jensen Sky Card Game

If your man is the kind to always have a deck on hand, this is the perfect gift. Georg Jensen makes a sleek, mirror-polished stainless steel case that keeps his favorite deck safe. Plus, it comes with a matching die pair and cup.

Christofle Coffee Cup

Christofle Coffee Cup

Well take our cup of joe with a side of chrome please. Give his morning brew a polished look with Christofles coffee...

We’ll take our cup of joe with a side of chrome, please. Give his morning brew a polished look with Christofle’s coffee container (complete with a leather sleeve) that’s sure to blow his current tumbler out of the water.

Photo: Fujio Emura; Styling: Alexandra Massillon

Pidät Silo Bird Feeder

Birding remains a trending hobby this year, so chances are you know an amateur ornithologist. Bring feathered friends straight to your giftee with this stylish feeder.

A pair of green binoculars.

Nocs Provisions Standard Issue Binoculars

High-tech and compact, these binoculars make a great companion piece to the bird feeder above. Now he can scout different species over his morning cuppa with a great looking gadget in hand.

An art piece depicts a tennis player serving the ball.

"Tennis Player on Blue" by Lara Lee Meintjes

A great addition to any Sinner superfan’s gallery wall, this art print by Lara Lee Meintjes is a colorful take on the classic hard court.

Ooni Volt 2 Electric Pizza Oven

It’s not a car, but your brother will feel like he’s on Top Chef with this indoors-friendly, gas-powered pizza oven that reaches an impressive 850 degrees in 15 minutes and cooks a 12-inch pie in just 60 seconds.

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Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine

Make your coffee lover into a barista with this user-friendly Breville espresso machine. Thanks to the integrated grinder, it’s a one-stop-shop for cappuccinos, macchiatos, and all the other delicious third-wave coffee drinks out there.

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Material Trio of Knives

Another kitchen must-have, this trio of knives is made of cryogenically-tempered Japanese stainless steel and high carbon, with stain-resistant composite handles. With these three in his arsenal, your dude can whip up anything.

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YETI Colster Can Insulator

Never let your man’s beverage get warm with Yeti’s sleek can insulator that maintains the liquid’s straight-out-of-the-cooler temperature even on the hottest of summer days. Buy a few for surprising stocking stuffers.

Portable Fire & Grill

Snow Peak Takibi Fire & Grill

A top-rated Japanese grill might not be on his wishlist, but it will dazzle the stylish camper (glamper?) in your life—the one who hits the campsite with a full Arc’teryx kit outside their tech job and actually lets his Salomons touch grass.

Water Filter System - three gallons

Boroux Legacy Water Filter System

Help him make good on his hydration resolution with the sophisticated and design-forward Boroux filtration system. Available in silver stainless steel for chrome enthusiasts or black and white matte finishes, each filter supplies 6,000 gallons of water, meaning it won’t need constant replacements like the ancient Brita sitting in his fridge.

Cold Press Juicer with vegetables inside.

Nama J3 Compact Cold Press Juicer

If he’s serious about starting his day with a fresh glass of celery juice or OJ, gift him the Rolls-Royce of juicers. Nama’s compact J3 design doesn’t take up too much countertop space and includes high-quality features like a self-feeding hopper that lets you walk away as your juice is being prepared (meaning maybe just 10 more minutes of sleeping in for him).

Can I Ask You A Question? Hardcover

Can I Ask You A Question? by Jennifer Venditti

A Walton Goggins-inspired gift, this A24 book we spotted on the actor’s coffee table is sure to delight any film buff. From Jennifer Venditti, the pages explore the casting director’s uncommon casting process for talent scouting works like Good Time, Uncut Gems, and Euphoria.

Craighill Castro Tray

Craighill Castro Tray

Craighill's Castro tray is another healthy way to feed his crush on chrome design objects. Thanks to the contoured rim, it can also be used as an ashtray or a nifty drink rest that never lets condensation spill over.

Self-Care & Tech

Bang & Olufsen Speaker

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 Speaker

If you'd rather take your audio cues from Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz gift him this hightech portable speaker that's got...

If you'd rather take your audio cues from Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz, gift him this high-tech portable speaker that's got up to 24 hours of playtime, charges in three hours, and has a convenient handle for carrying to the BBQ or park hang.

Photo: Fujio Emura; Styling: Alexandra Massillon

Necessaire New Tendency Duo

Necessaire’s chrome soap dish will put an end to his days of letting bars melt away on the edge of his sink. The equally stylish tube key will let him succeed in always squeezing out that last ounce of toothpaste or beard balm, practical and well-designed.

Silver record player.

Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB-SV Direct-Drive Turntable

Surprise any serious audiophile with Audio-Technica’s expert-recommended turntable. If he likes to unwind after a long day with some Lenny Kravitz or Sade, this upgrade will turn his daily routine into a high-end ritual.

Pair of suede slippers shown from top and side.

Bombas Saturday Suede Slip-On

It’s more than likely the old slippers he’s been using are hanging on by a thread. This elevated design from Bombas is ultra cozy and won’t be an eyesore.

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Parachute Cloud Cotton Robe

This lightweight Turkish cotton bath robe is exactly what he’ll want to live in on lazy mornings or weekends spent rotting in bed.

Wall mount with shoes, bike helmet, and accessories held in it.

Stasdock Wall Mount Bike Rack

This sturdy rack with an industrial feel will finally give him a place to stow away his cycling gear (that’s not the floor in his entryway). The handsome accessory has compartments for his helmet, glasses, clipless shoes, and can support bikes up to 35 lbs.

A marbled green yoga block.

Lululemon Lift & Lengthen Yoga Block

Get his mobility back on track with a set of yoga blocks that look more like a slab of marble than basic gym equipment.

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Casa Bosques Canyon Coffee Chocolates

Casa Bosques’s coffee-infused chocolate will be a sweeter way to enjoy a jolt of caffeine. And if you’re planning on stuffing a few in his stocking, we’d also pick up the toasted sesame and pink peppercorn varieties.

A brown notebook.

Smythson Soho Ludlow Notebook

For the introspective, this splurge-worthy leather-bound notebook from Smythson is one of our top picks. It will beautifully hold all of his musings, whether it be meeting notes, to-do lists, or poetry.

Heres a candle to bring his apartment one step closer to Dover Street Marketlevel cool. Housed in a container he can...

Here’s a candle to bring his apartment one step closer to Dover Street Market-level cool. Housed in a container he can proudly display in his bachelor pad, it’s got notes of fresh magnolia and vetiver accented by rich aromas of patchouli and cumin.

Photo: Fujio Emura; Styling: Alexandra Massillon
Comme des Garçons 2 Candle

Comme des Garçons 2 Candle

Accessories & Apparel

Navy Down-Fill Vest

Lululemon Down for It All 700-Down-Fill Vest

This transitional period between fall and winter is what we like to call ‘vest weather,’ AKA temperatures that call for something with a bit of warmth but nothing overly restricting. This Lululemon vest definitely fits the bill: It’s down-filled and designed to regulate his body temperature, plus stylish enough to sport in public.

Dries Van Noten Sneakers

Dries Van Noten Sneakers

Having a pair of dress sneakers on hand means he won’t have to roam around in his gym shoes outside of workouts. This suede pair works for pretty much any occasion including, but not limited to: work, date night, bar-hopping, and next year’s Euro summer.

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Toast Cotton Cashmere Check Grandad Shirt

Contrary to its moniker, this button-up is less “old man” and more casual quiet luxury. He’ll look forward to spending off-work hours draped in this cotton cashmere blended silhouette, either catching up on his shows or showing off in the Whole Foods produce section.

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Naked Cashmere Kevin Jogger

On the topic of elevated loungewear, a pair of cashmere joggers are just the thing to finish off his surprisingly elegant weekend look. Just make sure you don’t forget the slippers.

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Autumn Sonata x Gem Home Apron

Here’s an upgraded apron to make him feel like a true professional (after all, he’s seen every episode of The Bear, which is basically the same thing, right?). This one’s backed by haute homegoods brand Autumn Sonata and AD holiday guest editor Flynn Mcgarry.

The Elder Statesman Yosemite Ribbed Socks

Socks are absolutely a basic Christmas gift, but no one likes being cold and these cashmere socks from Elder Statesmen are a step up from your ordinary pair.

Support his goal to collect more grown up attire with this silk tie from Todd Snyder. The muted stripes can lean more...

Support his goal to collect more grown up attire with this silk tie from Todd Snyder. The muted stripes can lean more casual if he wants to dress down in the office but can also make an appearance at a wedding with the right formalwear.

Photo: Fujio Emura; Styling: Alexandra Massillon
Italian Silk Tie by Todd Snyder

Italian Silk Tie by Todd Snyder