38 clever Valentine's Day gifts for him that don't feel predictable

Assorted rolls of salami wrapped to look like a bouquet of flowers.
This salami bouquet is a fun Valentine's Day gift for him.
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Valentine's Day is right around the corner. Maybe you have a dinner reservation you booked months ago or you were waiting to pick up a card and box of chocolates at the drugstore on February 14. 

Whatever your gifting mode, we're making Valentine's Day gifts for the guys in your life a breeze. We rounded up a list of 38 great gift ideas that work for pretty much anyone, whether it's your dad, brother, boyfriend, husband, or friend. From Valentine's Day classics like flowers to practical pieces and cozy accessories, we've covered all the bases. 

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A book sneakerheads will love

A photo of shoes in the "Sneaker Freaker. The Ultimate Sneaker Book," one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Amazon

"Sneaker Freaker: The Ultimate Sneaker Book" by Simon Wood

If his first love is footwear, he'll appreciate this cool coffee table book all about sneakers. The chapters follow the evolution of sneakers throughout history with photos, quotes, and observations about some of the industry's most monumental moments. 

A collapsible helmet

A stack of white, blue, and black bike helmets, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Priority Bicycles

CLOSCA Helmet Loop

If his preferred mode of travel is a bike, consider gifting him this helmet. It's one of our favorite products to recommend (find more in the Insider Top 100) because it collapses to half its size and is really lightweight (only 330 grams). He won't be sacrificing comfort or durability either — it's safety-certified in both the US and EU.

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A coffee-maker for his next camping trip

A black tubular AeroPress coffee maker with a black tote bag, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
REI

AeroPress Coffee Maker and Tote Bag

AeroPress has a cult following indoors and out, and this one makes one to three cups of hot coffee in about a minute — or cold brew in about two minutes. Cleanup is a quick rinse. 

The AeroPress is one of the best single serve coffee makers on the market.

 

 

A tote to channel their inner hypebeast

Organic cotton canvas tote in gray. Fading throughout.
SSENSE

Carhartt Work in Progress Gray Bayfield Tote

Carhartt's Work In Progress line is the experimental and progressive version of Carhartt. This tote is perfect for the boyfriend that always asks you to hold his keys and wallet.  

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A lifetime REI membership you can use to get outside together

A wooden cabin wall with several colorful winter jackets hanging on a wall.
REI

REI Lifetime Membership

A lifetime REI membership costs $30 — and with it comes a host of perks, like trading in used gear for REI gift cards. 

A pair of sunglasses by their favorite rapper

NST2-002 glasses in Pink Nebula
Warby Parker

Warby Parker NST2-002 Sunglasses

ASAP Nast's collab with Warby Parker is fresh, fun, and forward-thinking. These frames will add a pop of color and structure to any outfit.  

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A nonalcoholic gin for mocktails

Bottle of Monday Zero Alcohol Gin with a blue and gold label
Drink Monday

Monday Zero Alcohol Gin

Mocktails have been the next big thing for a while now. Treat that special someone in your life to an alcohol free gin from a craft distillery in Southern California. 

If you need some inspiration of what drinks to make, check out our guide on the best nonalcoholic drinks and spirits.  

A timeless cashmere sweater

Person sitting on a couch wearing the Everlane's Cashmere Crew Sweater in gray, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Everlane

Everlane Cashmere Crew Sweater

Pick a good neutral color, a wear-anywhere style like a crewneck, and he'll wear this countless times. Cashmere is soft, warm, and timeless. Plus, it's comfortable for the person wearing it and for the person hugging the person wearing it. A gift for you both!

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A pair of slippers to help him stay cozy

Tasman Slippers
UGG

UGG Tasman Slipper

Comfortable slippers are a practical gift that he'll love to wear around the house and while running errands. The Tasman silouette has gained popularity amongst "it girls" and style editors. This is a must have for the guys who want to match with their girlfriends during the cozy winter months. 

Read our full guide to the best men's slippers

A can-sized projector for movie night

Anker Nebula Capsule Smart Mini Projector; one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Amazon

Anker Nebula Capsule

Get your favorite buttery microwave popcorn or something gourmet and have yourselves a thoughtful, elevated movie night in.

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A less traditional take on a bouquet

A hand holding up an Olympia Provisions Salami Bouquet wrapped in brown paper, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Food52

Olympia Provisions Salami Bouquet

If flowers aren't really his thing, go for something that's more his taste — like this salami bouquet. It's an arrangement he can really enjoy. 

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A cozy beanie for cold days

A Carhartt Men's Knit Cuffed Beanie, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Amazon

Carhartt Men's Acrylic Knit Beanie

This hat is a fan favorite — it has over 7,000 5-star reviews on Amazon. It's made of a soft yet durable material, has a classic fit, and comes in lots of colors, so it's no wonder people love it so much. 

Read our full guide to the best beanies

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A card game to get to know each other better

Stack of cards from the "We're not really strangers" card game. The top card of the stack has a fill in the blank prompt on it that says "Finish the sentences: Strangers would describe me as __. Only I know that I am __. This game is one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Target

We're Not Really Strangers Game

This card game is an easy, non-cheesy way of teasing out new, interesting parts of whoever you play with — whether it's a new friend or your longtime partner. 

A truffle-oil infused hot sauce

A bottle of Truff Black Truffle Oil Hot Sauce, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Amazon

Truff Black Truffle Oil Hot Sauce

A spicy, tangy sauce unlike anything he's tried before, Truff will light up his taste buds and elevate any meal. 

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Questlove's "Music Is History" book

The book cover of Questlove's "Music is History," one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Amazon

"Music is History" by Questlove

"Music Is History" is a natural project for Questlove and a natural gift for any music lover. It combines Questlove's deep musical expertise with a fascination for history, examining America over the past 50 years through its music.

A luxurious sheet set that makes bedtime better

A person waking up in a bed covered in brooklinen sheets, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Brooklinen

Brooklinen Luxe Hardcore Sheet Bundle

Brooklinen has a well-earned reputation as the internet's favorite bedding startup; its sheets are comfortable and luxurious, and its fun patterns like Graphite Maze (pictured above) instantly upgrade the look of any bedroom. 

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A smart lights kit that can set a mellow mood in every room

Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance LED Starter Kit lays with the bulbs organically displayed in front of it's packaging in a variety of colors, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Philips

Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance LED Starter Kit

Get this to help outfit his home with smart lights. This kit includes three bulbs that can change from white to a range of colors — which you can control with Alexa, Google Assistant, and HomeKit — and a Philips Hue Bridge that connects them to your router.

They can automate the bulbs with timers and schedules, or create mellow lighting effects. And with the Philips Hue Sync feature, they can even sync up with the audio of his music, movies, or games. The kit also comes with a smart dimmer switch.

Tickets to a show

a StubHub Gift Card reading "Be There," one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
StubHub

StubHub Gift Card

Whether his favorite musician is traveling right now or not, the promise of a night out enjoying live music in the future is fantastic on its own. Grab tickets to a concert as a surprise or get a gift card and decide who to see together.

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A classic floral bouquet

A couple holding a bouquet of roses from Bouqs, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Bouqs

The Bouqs Co. Flower Bouquets

A fresh scent and bright colors make floral bouquets a wonderful gift that they'll love to keep on display. There's a reason flowers are a classic.

A waterproof, no-glare Kindle e-reader

A Kindle Paperwhite, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Amazon

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite

The recently refreshed Kindle Paperwhite is an excellent gift for anyone who loves to read. For around $100, he'll get a Kindle that's now waterproof, as well as thinner, lighter, and with twice the amount of storage for books. 

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A massage gun for the avid trainer

Percussion Massage Gun parts laid out, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Amazon

Sportneer Massage Gun

His sore muscles will thank you after he uses this deep tissue massage gun that has five different speed levels and six massage heads.

A funky pair (or pairs) of underwear

Two people bumping hip while modeling meundies underwear, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
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MeUndies Men's Boxer Brief

Your first thought may be that underwear is a strange gift, but hear us out. MeUndies are so comfortable that they're sure to be his new favorite, and they come in tons of colors and festive, limited-edition prints!

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A Disney Plus gift subscription

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Disney+/Business Insider

Disney Plus 1-Year Gift Subscription

This subscription gives him unlimited access to movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and 20th Century Fox, and costs just $109.99 for a year. Read everything there is to know about Disney+ over here.

A cooler cup to keep their drinks ice cold

Four people cheersing with Hydro Flask beer coolers, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Hydro Flask

Hydro Flask 12 oz Insulated Cooler Cup

A cup when he needs it to be and a beer koozie when he wants one, this versatile cooler cup will keep his beverages hot or cold wherever he goes. 

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A custom map of a sentimental place

People holding hands on top of a Grafomap custom poster of Paris, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Grafomap

Grafomap Personalized Map Poster

Whether it's their favorite city or the exact location where you met, you can be sure they'll appreciate the sentimentality of this personalized poster, which turns a map of any location you choose into a unique piece of art. 

A staycation to daydream about

An airbnb gift card, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Airbnb

Airbnb Gift Card

Consider a vacation or staycation. It's something you can both look forward to for months before you actually enjoy it in person. Start dreaming with these especially cool Airbnbs — from hobbit homes to futuristic abodes in Joshua Tree

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At at-home workout system

A  person working out their arms using the TRX Home2 Suspension Training System, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
TRX

TRX Home2 Suspension Training System

For the fitness fan, you can bring the gym home with this TRX trainer. He'll appreciate the thoughtful, practical gift. 

A kit of essentials to help him stay sharp on the go

Harry's Essential Travel Kit, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Harry's

Harry's Essential Travel Kit

This shave kit from Harry's has all of the essentials they need for a clean shave — a razor, shave cream, and travel blade cover — in TSA-friendly sizes. Plus, it's packed in a sturdy waterproof case that can be used again and again. 

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A personalized photo calendar for his desk

A walnut desktop photo calendar featuring an image of kids modeling matching pajamas, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Artifact Uprising

Artifact Uprising Walnut Desktop Photo Calendar

Decorating his office is easy with this customizable desktop photo calendar. He can take a peek at some of your favorite photos together while also checking the days of the month.

A coffee subscription that lets him taste beans from around the world

A person holding a mug of coffee over a map of the globe with bags and coffee beans from the Atlas coffee club monthly subscription scattered on top of it, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
Atlas Coffee Club

Atlas Coffee Club 3-Month Gift Subscription

If his veins run dark roast, we recommend a subscription to the Atlas Coffee Club, which curates a global selection of single-origin coffee that gets freshly roasted and shipped to his house from $9 per bag. 

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His next truly excellent read

Say Nothing
Amazon

"Say Nothing," by Patrick Radden Keefe

Gift him his next favorite book. For that, I'd suggest the it's-so-compelling-you-won't-believe-it's-true account of The Troubles, written by the intrepid journalist and incomparable storyteller Patrick Radden Keefe. (You may recognize him as the author of "Empire of Pain.") Otherwise, depending on his interests, you could peruse some of this past year's best audiobooks and podcasts or the best books of 2022.

A kettle for the person that is perfecting their pour-over

Stagg EKG Electric Kettle
Nordstrom

Stagg Electric Kettle

Stagg's precise pour spout is perfect for the valentine that is trying to hone in on their coffee making skills. Stagg's EKG was top-ranked in our best kettle review.

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Buildable magnets that will keep adults entertained

The Speks 2.5mm Magnetic Balls used in a variety of ways to create stacked sculptures
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Speks Magnetic Toy

This set of over 500 magnets can be mashed, rolled, and molded into different shapes. It's a productivity toy that he'll love to play with. You'll find a set on nearly every one of our desks at Insider Reviews. 

A trio of tinned fish

A trio of smoked fish in colorful boxes from Fishwife.
Fishwife

The Classic Smokey Trio

Start off their tinned fish journey with the hottest trio of 2023. Whether your man is a foodie, camper, or fish afficionado, they will love Fishwife's products. 

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A carry-on for business or pleasure

July Carry On Pro
July

Carry On Pro

July is the new kid on the block for sleek and trendy luggage. Upgrade your partner's travel game with July's Carry On Pro

A skincare set they can take on the go

Aesop's Departure kit with their classics.
Aesop

Departure Kit

Send your partner on their next adventure with Aesop's essentials. This kit comes with skin, body, and, personal care favorties that are carry-on safe. 

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A personalized necklace

18" Engravable Bar Necklace
Blue Nile

Engravable Bar Necklace

Build out his jewlery collection with a personalized necklace from Blue Nile. You still have time to personalize this and for it to arrive for Valentine's Day. 

Convenient touchscreen gloves

A pair of The North Face Etip gloves, one of the best Valentine's Day gifts for him in 2023.
The North Face

The North Face Etip Gloves

If he's constantly removing his gloves to use his phone, this gift is a great solution. All of the fingertips work with a touchscreen and the polyester/fleece material will keep his hands warm when it's cold out. 

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