Plan for your man
Valentine's Day is traditionally thought of as a day for gifts of flowers and chocolates. Now, your man may like flowers and chocolates (especially the chocolates), but that's not always the case. If your man falls into that category, you need to get a little creative. And to cut you off before you get too far, that does not mean any socks or ties. No matter how cute or on-brand you may think they are, men have enough socks and ties.
Don't worry if socks and ties are all you can think of, though. We've got you covered with a considerable range of gift options. From engraved items to cool technology to, yes, some clothing. Some.
Best engraved gifts
If there's one thing that's assured in long-term relationships, it's that someone is going to eat someone else's food. If your relationship is riddled with such actions, you can try a gentle reminder with this engraved spoon. Just make sure you've got their favorite flavor on hand when the gift is given.
This set of dice includes 12 dinner options across their faces so that the next time you can't decide what to eat, fate can decide for you. And if any options aren't something either of you enjoy, just scribble a different option in the margins.
Best photo gifts
The beautiful thing about this box of photos is that you can fill the box with your favorite memories, and then share why these moments mean so much to you. Pro tip: If you're married, finish with a picture of your wedding and say you saved the best memory for last.
This lovely gift combines a treasured photo with a treasured song of yours. It also lights up so it can be used for extra lighting. It does display the Spotify logo though, so fans of other music services might be a little miffed.
Best drinkware
This simple tumbler is a great gift for the man who does plenty of traveling, or for anyone who just likes their drink to stay the same temperature. It comes in plenty of colors too, so you can get one in their favorite.
Drinking enough water each day can be a challenge, especially because you need so much of it. This bottle helps you space that water out in two-hour increments so you don't feel like you're drinking too much at any point of the day. It comes in three colors.
Best gifts for coffee lovers
This collection of unground coffee beans is perfect for the coffee aficionado looking to trial run some new bean flavors. It includes four beans, each aged in a different kind of liquor-related barrel and each from a different country.
The AeroPress is all the rage these days, thanks to how easy it is to use and how it can make a few different kinds of coffee. It's an especially good gift for outdoorsy types who love a hot cup of coffee on a misty campground morning.
Best gifts for beer lovers
If your man loves hitting up local breweries to taste all the crazy and experimental beers such places can think up, get him this excellent growler. That way, if he finds a beer he really loves, he can take a few glasses home with him.
That slow march to warmth that beer has when you pour it in a glass can be slowed or outright stopped if you use these freezable glasses. They even have a ring of silicone so your hand doesn't freeze or warm the beer.
Best gifts for plant lovers
Caring for a bonsai doesn't require too much effort or time commitment. This makes it a great gift for a man who doesn't have much spare time, but needs that special something that helps him bring some peace to a hectic day.
There are plenty of reasons why your man may want to grow some nice herbs or other plants inside, though it's an especially useful gift for men who love to cook. It's also perfect for those who live in smaller homes, such as apartments.
Best gifts for gamers
If your man is a big fan of video games but he hasn't had either the time or money to invest in the current console cycle, why not invest for him? Plus, if you ever want some alone time, this gives you an easy way to distract him.
If there's one thing gamers need more of in their life, it's definitely light. It's much, much too easy to devolve into living in the dark since that makes the TV or computer monitor all the more vibrant. Double-check that your man likes PlayStation before grabbing this, though.
Best Bluetooth speakers
Big fans of camping will love having a high-end Bluetooth speaker such as this. It has a powerful battery life of 30-plus hours and it's got a high water-resistance rating so it's safe to use in light rain or near the pool.
Or, if you're looking for a more affordable portable speaker, grab this one instead. It's meant to be hung in the shower for a more entertaining way to get oneself all cleaned up. It has up to 10 hours of playtime on a full charge.
More of the best tech gifts
These wireless earbuds pack some serious technology in them, including active noise cancellation so your man can better focus on what he's listening too. It has up to eight hours of battery life, which gets extended up to 24 with the charging case.
For men who travel but love film, TV and gaming, the small screens on their phones or tablets just aren't enough. Expand them for him with this. It comes in several sizes and colors so you can best match the device he will magnify with it.
He will never have to worry about warmth vs. good audio with this combination of the two. Don't worry, you can take the speaker out to make washing the beanie safe and easy.
If there's one thing almost all men do, it's carry stress with them in the body. That can lead to all kinds of negative health consequences. Instead of trying to get them to go to a doctor (good luck), help them relax with this massager.
It feels like everyone and their dog has a podcast these days. If your man already has one or has been considering starting one, grab this excellent microphone so his listeners (you and his mom) have a better experience.
The modern book lover has countless options when it comes to reading digital works, but none are as high-grade as the Kindle Paperwhite. It takes its name from the screen that mimics a genuine page of a physical book.
More of the best gifts for him
Surprise your special someone with 40 different scratch-off date cards. Each card offers helpful clues about your mystery date, such as the time of day, budget, length of date and whether it's indoor or outdoor. The wide variety of date ideas ensures that you and your partner have a memorable time together.
Valentine's Day can get shockingly cold, so having something to warm up ready to go is a must. This tabletop fireplace runs on rubbing alcohol, so it's cheap and easy to keep running no matter what your power situation.
If he's ever pondered making his own beer or other kind of alcohol, give him a taste of the process with this straightforward whiskey-making kit. Who knows, maybe he'll be the next great whiskey maker.
You may love your man's smell. Or, maybe he uses a deodorant or cologne you can't stand. Either way, it doesn't hurt to try something new. It has notes of vanilla, honey, lavender and tobacco.
You should know right now that these boxers can be a little risky as gifts go. But, if given to the right man, these can easily become one of his favorite gifts of all time. Just be prepared for the "guess what I'm wearing" question every time he wears them without fail.
For men, there are precious few options when it comes to accessorizing. These bracelets not only help tie the two of you together, but it genuinely gives him something more to wear than just a watch.
These little capsules come in several sizes, so he can pack them or keep things organized no matter the situation. They also come in eight colors, so you might be able to grab one in his favorite.
This pasta maker mixes and extrudes the pasta, eliminating so much of the work that makes making homemade pasta such a time- and effort-intensive process. Home chefs will adore it.
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