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Even when you’re uber-proud of your gift-giving skills, let’s face it: your prowess only extends so far. Trying to figure out what to get the guy without a wish list isn’t for the faint of heart, and hearing “Oh, I don’t need anything” can induce lots of late nights spent endlessly scrolling the internet. (Trust us, we’ve been there.) Good news — we did the digging for you. Enter our list of gifts for this exact moment, from nifty tech gadgets to the fashion essentials he’ll reach for day after day. Which will absolutely leave him saying, “Wow, how did you know this was what I wanted?”
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A lighter that works from all angles…
Ignite the flames of love in his heart with this lighter that works whether he flicks it upright or upside down. The sleek-yet-sexy lighter has an easy-to-hold ring grip, and the built-in dial allows for flame adjustability. He can refill it with butane when it runs low, and it has an angled flame port.
A travel-friendly charging station…
Get him this Anker three-in-one charging station, and hearing him complain about his devices running out of battery will be an annoyance of the past. The foldable design has stations for his phone, AirPods, and Apple Watch — and it fits right into a shirt pocket, so he can easily bring it to the office or on a plane.
A pouch for all his tech accessories…
If he’s carrying around cords, cords, and more cords, this handy-dandy tech pouch is about to become his new best friend. There are compartments for a mouse and charging block, plus elastic loops to organize cables and earbuds. It unzips flat for easier access to everything inside, and it comes in seven colors.
A cushion for comfier car rides…
Whether he has a long daily commute or loves road-tripping on the weekends, this seat cushion will lend extra comfort to his hours spent in the car. The patented CloudSupport™ cushioning helps distribute weight evenly across the seat to support the lower back, and it has grippy fabric on the underside to keep it from sliding around. Keep it neutral with shades like black and gray, or go bolder with bright blue or neon green.
A hard-working hand cream that’s clinically proven to boost moisture levels…
Not sure what to stuff in his stocking? This O’Keeffe’s hand cream is a small-but-mighty gift. It helps nourish extremely dry, cracked hands by leaving a protective layer on the skin’s surface. He’ll have smoother, softer knuckles in no time.
A cleaning kit if his laptop is looking worse for wear…
This cleaning kit may not be the most fun gift on the planet, but it’s definitely amongst the most useful — because from leftover lunch crumbs to tons of dust and smudges, his laptop has seen better days. It comes with multiple brushes and cleaning cloths, a keycap puller, flocking sponge, metal pen tip, and a lens cleaning pen. It’ll even get the gunk out of his phone’s charging port or his digital camera.
An upgrade to the flashlight under the covers…
Raise your hand if you’re sick of hearing, “Just one more chapter and I’ll turn the lights off!” Not only does this book light attach to a book or e-reader with a sturdy clip, but it has three color temperature lighting modes and the ability to adjust brightness down to only 10 percent. Its battery lasts up to 80 hours before needing a recharge, and the neck bends in a multitude of angles, so its light won’t wake you in the middle of the night.
An organizer for his Pokémon hobby…
Pokémon, go! Your favorite collector will go nuts over this card box that can hold hundreds of standard and penny-sleeved Pokémon cards. It includes 12 color-coded dividers like Fire, Grass, Water, Psychic, and Lightning, and it has a detachable magnetic lid. There are 12 colors to choose from, so you can complement his collection perfectly.
An innovative pill organizer…
Keeping track of different pills and vitamins on the road is never fun, but the frequent traveler in your life is about to get a major upgrade. This pill organizer not only has six separate compartments for each one in his regimen, but the rotating lid stops at each one to release exactly which pill he needs at the moment. The smaller compartments hold up to 24 capsules each and the larger ones hold up to 57 capsules, and it includes 20 stick-on labels so he won’t forget what’s what.
A phone mount to liven up long plane rides…
Raw-dogging a flight is a thing of the past, once he has this 360-degree rotational phone mount in his carry-on. To use, he just has to push the inner button to open the bottom clamp, attach it to his airplane tray or seatback, and secure the top clamp to his phone. Voilà! Endless entertainment while he’s in the air.
An umbrella to avoid the waterworks…
He’ll never be caught in the rain without an umbrella again, since this one easily clips to a bag, stroller, or even a dog leash with an integrated carabiner handle. Not to mention, it has a steel frame with wind supports to protect against blustery winds, auto open and close, and a full 40-inches of canopy coverage once it’s opened. The rainy day essential comes in blue or sage green.
An undeniably luxe cashmere jacket…
Honestly, Quince had us at genuine Mongolian cashmere. The bonus is that this shirt-style jacket is an iconic style he’ll wear and treasure for years. The midweight silhouette is designed with a five-button front, straight point collar, buttoned cuffs, stitched elbow patches, and flap-patch pockets at the chest. It comes in charcoal gray, taupe, or black, and sizes S–XXL.
A sleek leather dopp kit for his next business trip…
He won’t be carrying his toiletries around in a plastic bag anymore once this Italian leather toiletry bag enters his life. Multiple zippered compartments at the top and bottom hold an array of bottles, tubes, and jars, while eight elastic holders keep smaller essentials like his toothbrush and razor from sliding around. It measures an impressively packable 6.5-inches by 11.25-inches by 6.5-inches, and comes in seven colors.
An anything-but-basic tee…
The tee lover in your life will love this Lands’ End tee, which is crafted in supremely soft Supima cotton grown exclusively by U.S.-based farmers. It’s designed to resist wrinkles, shrinkage, and pilling, and the color-fast fabric resists fading, so it’ll be kind of a big deal in his daily life. It’s available in 19 colors and patterns, sizes S–XXL, and four fits including Regular, Big, Big and Tall, and Big, so the options are basically endless.
The always-iconic Birkenstock Arizonas…
If he hasn’t hopped on the Birkenstock Arizonas train yet, now’s his chance. These sandals are definitive workhorses, thanks to their cushioned footbeds that will contour to his feet over time for a truly customized fit. They’ve also got supple suede adjustable buckles and flexible EVA soles, and come in 12 colors with both narrow/medium and regular/wide widths in sizes 6–17.5, depending on the color. No wonder they’ve been popular since the early ’70s.
A cozy hoodie he’ll want to wear 24/7…
Gift him maximum comfort for everything from long flights and running errands to weekends spent bed-rotting. This Quince hoodie in brushed, organic cotton fleece has a classic fit with dropped shoulders, shaped hood, and a front kangaroo pocket, and it’s available in three neutral hues and sizes XS–XL.
A pack of socks, but make them fashionable…
Socks may not seem like the sexiest gift. Until now, that is, because these ones from Bombas are guaranteed to, well, knock his socks off. The four-pack includes socks that sit between calf-length and quarter-length height, with vintage-inspired bold stripes and ribbed cuffs. They’re designed with the brand’s Stay-Up Technology to keep from slipping, and they’ve even got arch support and comfortable cushioning. Choose from two color options and sizes M (fits shoe sizes 6–9), L (9.5–13), and XL (13.5–16).
A minimalist laptop sleeve…
This Dagne Dover neoprene laptop sleeve is a great option for the guy-on-the-go who can’t bear to be separated from his tech. It’s designed to fit most laptops up to 14-inches and is padded for extra protection, while the removable and adjustable strap offers multiple portability options. It even has discreet pockets for a phone and three credit cards. It comes in black, navy, or a seasonal festive red.
A wallet to replace his worn-out version…
If that wallet in his back pocket is sporting a hole or two, he’s overdue for an upgrade — and what better way to do that than with this Leatherology leather bifold wallet in his choice of full-grain or vegetable-tanned leather? It unfolds to reveal six credit card slots, two pockets to hold extra cards or receipts, and a bill compartment. The slim silhouette measures 4.15-inches wide by 3.4-inches high by .5-inches deep, and it comes in 13 colors.