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Whether you’re shopping for your husband, boyfriend, father, brother, or best friend, we have birthday gift ideas for all budgets and interests.
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Why does finding the perfect birthday gift for a guy in your life often feel impossible? You spend days scrolling online, pondering what they like, need, and won’t return. You spend so much time thinking about what the perfect gift would be that you haven’t even bought anything by the time their big day rolls around.
Sound familiar? Don’t fret, because we’ve got your back. We made a list of over 40 birthday gifts for him, whether you’re celebrating Dad, a partner, your best friend, or a coworker. No matter their role in your life, this list of gift ideas is filled with presents to suit all types of guys with different interests.
Here are the 41 best birthday gift ideas for him in 2022:
Huckberry
Whisky Peaks International Mountains Glasses, set of 4, available at Huckberry, $65
These unique glasses feature topographic impressions of some of the world’s most majestic mountain ranges. They’re perfect for the whiskey-loving adventurer in your life.
Brooklinen
Super-Plush Robe, available at Brooklinen, $99
Soft, plush, and absorbent, this bathrobe from Brooklinen is perfect for lounging post-shower. For the guy that loves luxury, this robe will bring spa-like comfort to his everyday routine.
YETI
YETI Hopper Flip 8 Soft Cooler, available at YETI, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and REI, $200
If picnics, beach days, hikes, and tailgates are right up his alley, he’ll get plenty of use out of this personal cooler. It’s engineered to be super durable, fits up to eight cans, and can be slung over his shoulder for easy carrying.
Huckberry
Flikr Fire Personal Concrete Fireplace, available at Huckberry and Walmart, $99
With this tabletop fireplace, any room can have that warm, cozy feeling. He can keep it lit on the table for a classy centerpiece, add some light to an outdoor gathering, or even make s’mores in the kitchen.
Cuts Clothing
Crew Curve-Hem Shirt, available at Cuts Clothing, $54
Even if his wardrobe is already filled with t-shirts, he could probably use another great one. This one from CUTS is wrinkle-free, anti-pilling, stretchy, and supersoft. Go for the signature-fit if he likes a more slim, trim look or the classic-fit for a wider, roomier fit.
Williams Sonoma
Ember Mug 2, available at Williams Sonoma, $149.95
For the guy who loves consistently warm coffee and tea, give him the gift of a hot beverage that never goes cold. This temperature-controlled mug has a charging coaster to keep beverages warm all day long.
UGG
UGG Tasman Slippers, available at Amazon, UGG, and Nordstrom, from $99.99
Treat his feet to the plush, cozy warmth of a great pair of slippers. This pair from UGG has a thick sole that makes them perfect for indoor or outdoor wear.
Etsy
Upcycled Corona Bottle Candle, available at Etsy, $21.59
If he loves sipping on a Corona, he’ll appreciate this candle made from one of the bottles. Not only is it a fun piece of home decor, but it’ll fill his space with delicious aromas. Choose from a Corona Extra or Corona Light bottle and one of the 18 scents like patchouli, apple cider donut, and fresh linen.
Milk Bar
Birthday Cake, available at Milk Bar, $62
A great cake is the most classic way to celebrate a birthday. Inspired by boxed funfetti cake, this one from Milk Bar is extremely decadent with layers of creamy frosting, flecks of rainbow sprinkles, and topped with chewy, doughy truffles.
Therabody
Theragun Mini, available at Amazon, Therabody, Macy’s, from $179
For the guy who works out often, help him loosen up those sore muscles with this mini handheld massager from Therabody. It’s small enough to take on the go, so it can help soothe cramps, knots, and tension wherever they are.
Bellroy
Hide & Seek Wallet, available at Amazon, Bellroy, and Nordstrom, $89
If he doesn’t have a great wallet already, give him the upgrade he deserves with this RFID-blocking leather wallet from Bellroy. Not only is it sleek and durable, but it’ll keep his essentials hidden and protected from RFID skimming (a type of credit card theft).
Amazon
Anker Nebula Capsule Projector, available at Amazon and Walmart, $299.99
Make any night movie night with this portable projector from Anker. It’s the size of a soda can, but it projects a picture more than 100 inches big and delivers 360-degree sound.
Urban Outfitters
Staff Oven Mitts, set of 2, available at Urban Outfitters, Staff and Coming Soon New York, $34
For the home chef who has a knack for funky home decor, go for this pair of colorful oven mitts. Staff makes functional home goods with personality, and these mitts are sure to make cooking a bit more fun.
Food52
Olympia Provisions Salami Bouquet, available at Food52, $70
If flowers aren’t his thing, get him a bouquet of salami instead. Beyond being a fun gag gift, it’s delicious.
Best Buy
Beats Fit Pro Earbuds, available at Amazon, Best Buy, and Apple, $199.99
From keeping him motivated on long runs to entertained on his morning commute, a great pair of earbuds comes in handy often. This pair from Beats is noise-canceling and boasts great sound quality to boot.
Fly by Jing
Triple Threat, available at Amazon, Fly by Jing, and Target, from $42
If he can’t eat a meal without adding some spice, give him some new flavors to experiment with. This trio of Sichuan sauces and spice mix will bring the heat to any dish.
Mejuri
Round Box Chain Necklace, available at Mejuri, from $148
Whether he’s really into jewelry or just looking to dip his toe into accessorizing, a classic chain necklace works for any type. This one comes in sterling silver, titanium, black titanium, or 14k yellow gold.
Harry’s
Winston Set, available at Harry’s, $25
A great razor, three extra blades, and a foaming shave gel – this set has everything he needs for a clean shave. Plus, the set comes with a travel cover to keep the blades protected.
Nordstrom
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket, available at Amazon, Nordstrom, and Bloomingdale’s, $147
There’s a reason the Barefoot Dreams CozyChic products have a cult-like following. They’re indescribably soft and cozy, making them an easy gift for anyone on your list.
Uncommon Goods
Playful Sports Mug, available at Uncommon Goods, $25
Whoever said you shouldn’t play with your food clearly never had one of these mugs.
Uncommon Goods
West Coast-Style IPA Beer Brewing Kit, available at Uncommon Goods, $50
If he’s obsessed with craft brews, he’ll love the process of brewing his very own IPA. It really adds the “craft” to craft beer.
Amazon
Putt-A-Bout Par Three Golf Cutting Green, available at Amazon, $34.12
This putting green is the perfect at-home activity for golf lovers. If he needs a break while working from home or just wants to practice his putting skills on a random day, this mini green provides a fun challenge.
Apple
Apple Airtag, available at Amazon, Apple, and Target, $29
For the guy who’s always losing his things, an Apple Airtag is a thoughtful and practical present. He can attach it to any of his essentials and then track them on his phone, so he always knows where his most important possessions are.
Dossier
Musky Oakmass Perfume, available at Dossier and Walmart, $49
If he’s been looking for a signature scent, this one from Dossier is a crowd-pleaser. It’s inspired by Creed’s Aventus, a $335 bottle, but retails for just $49.
Snake River Farms
American Wagyu Grilling Gift, available at Snake River Farms, $179
For the guy who loves to grill, give him the gift of high-quality Waygu meats. Not only will he have fun cooking them, but he’ll have a lot of fun eating them too, from filet mignons to hot dogs.
Everlane
The Heavyweight Overshirt, available at Everlane, $98
With the weather getting colder, this overshirt is the perfect fall layer for any of his outfits. Plus, it’s part of the Everlane Uniform Collection, which has a 365-day guarantee.
Tommy Bahama
Malachite Print Deluxe Backpack Beach Chair, available at Tommy Bahama, $89.50
Anyone who spends a good amount of time at the beach needs a good beach chair. This one is easy-to-carry, comfortable to sit on, and adjustable, with a cooler pouch for his beverages and an arm pouch for smart storage.
Zappos
Hoka Clifton 8, available at Hoka, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Zappos, from $139.95
If he’s a big runner, he’s probably switching out his sneakers often. Help him lighten that load by scooping up his next pair for him. These ones from Hoka are universally-loved, but if you know he has a favorite brand in mind you could get those through Zappos, too.
Quay
Jackpot Sunglasses, available at Nordstrom, Quay and Dillard’s, $65
Every guy needs a great pair of sunglasses (or a few). This pair is timeless, stylish, and polarized for the ultimate eye protection.
Best Buy
Sonos One Smart Speaker, available at Amazon, Best Buy, and Sonos, from $219.99
Any audiophile will appreciate a high-quality speaker like this one from Sonos. Not only does it have brilliant, clear sound but it includes Alexa and Google Assistant so it can be used completely hands-free.
Naadam
The Essential Cashmere Sweater, available at Naadam, $75
It’s pretty unusual to find a real cashmere sweater for less than $100, especially one of this quality. But this iconic $75 cashmere sweater is legit and makes a great gift for anyone.
Amazon
W&P Old Fashioned Craft Cocktail Kit, available at Amazon and W&P, from $17.08
Whether you give it on its own or with a bottle of whiskey, this little craft cocktail set is a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves an Old Fashioned. It has everything he needs to make the cocktail (just add whiskey) and it’s a fun activity, too.
Jason Markk
Jason Markk Essential Kit, available at Amazon, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Walmart, from $16
For the guy with an awe-worthy sneaker collection, give him the tools to keep every pair pristine. This set comes with Jason Markk’s premium shoe cleaner and a brush to help him get dirt and grime off his favorite pairs.
Kiehl’s
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Moisturizing Cream, available at Sephora, Ulta, and Macy’s, from $22
Everyone needs a good skincare routine. If he isn’t moisturizing yet, give him this rich cream from Kiehl’s. It’s simple, but sure to keep his skin soft and supple.
Bombas
Ankle Sock 4-Pack, available at Bombas, $53.20
We could always use more socks. And when it comes to gifting them, Bombas are the best socks around. Plus, they’re on the pricier side which makes them great for gifting, as he might not have wanted to splurge on them for himself.
ReserveBar
Casamigos Blanco with Custom Engraving, available at ReserveBar, from $71.99
A bottle of his favorite alcohol is a classic gift. But a bottle with a custom engraving feels a lot more special and personal.
Pottery Barn
Crosley Cruiser Deluxe Turntable, available at Walmart and Pottery Barn, from $79.95
Anyone who appreciates music will love listening to vinyl on a record player. This turntable looks and feels retro, but has modern touches, like Bluetooth that allows them to stream music from their phone right onto the turntable.
Patagonia
Patagonia Synchilla Fleece Anorak, available at Dick’s Sporting Goods, REI and Patagonia, $149
Patagonia’s fleeces are quite hyped up, but we think they’re worth it. They’re cozy, durable, high-quality, and come in so many fun colors and patterns.
Hydro Flask
Hydro Flask 32 oz. Wide Mouth w/ Straw Lid, available Dick’s Sporting Goods, Walmart and Hydro Flask, from $35.59
Whether he’s an outdoorsman or considers himself more of an indoor type, a great water bottle will serve him well. The Hydro Flask keeps hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold. Plus, he can get different lids so he has a different bottle for whatever he needs.
Uncommon Goods
Grilled Personal Pizza Maker, available at Uncommon Goods, $40
The ultimate gift for pizza lovers, this compact baker turns any old grill into an old-school brick oven. It’s quite small, but perfect for making personal pies.
The Sill
Snake Plant Laurentii, available at The Sill, $74
Give his space a breath of fresh air with some greenery. A snake plant is a great choice because it’s easy enough for even the least green of thumbs to care for.