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Is it just me, or is it extra hard to buy presents for the people you know best? Like, I can think of random gift ideas for my neighbor John off the top of my head, but the perfect unique birthday gift idea for my boyfriend?! Uhhh, can I have a few business days to brainstorm? I always put so much more pressure on myself to find the most sentimental, thoughtful stuff for my fave person, which—spoiler alert—takes freaking forever.
If this sounds familiar, you probably have the hardest time in the world finding a prezzie for your S.O. But fear not if you’re two weeks into a new relationship and have no idea where to start! Rest easy even if you’ve been together for five years and you’ve used up all your good gift ideas on Christmases and anniversaries! We did all the hard work for you by rounding up 67 unique birthday gifts for him (I’m talkin’ boyfriend/husband/person from Hinge/situationship?) to make gift shopping a breeze.
If he’s into music, a new pair of headphones or a high-quality speaker might be just the thing. If he’s always at the gym, something like a vibrating foam roller or new workout tees are sure to be appreciated. You'll also find gifts on this list that fit a wide variety of budgets, whether you’re trying to go all-out with a luxury gift or trying to find a gift idea under $30 this year (without him noticing lol). Basically, I thought of it all so you don’t have to. Thank me later!
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these lifting gloves
POWERHANDZ Weighted Training Gloves
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these lifting gloves
POWERHANDZ Weighted Training Gloves
You may not be the most helpful spotter for his 200-pound bench press, but you can support his ~fitness journey~ with these non-slip gloves that are perfect for weightlifting or boxing.
Are they a frequent traveler? High-quality noise-canceling headphones make a huge difference on long-haul flights when it comes to tuning out the drone of the engine. These Beats Studio Pro headphones come in a variety of cool, neutral shades that anyone is sure to love.
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this heartfelt personalized book
'I Wrote a Book About You' Fill-in-the-Blank Book
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this heartfelt personalized book
'I Wrote a Book About You' Fill-in-the-Blank Book
This is definitely a more sentimental gift, but if that's their thing, they'll absolutely love this. You fill in the book's prompts like "if I could give you a trophy, it would be for..."
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this wallet for people who lose things all the time
Beaulyn Mens Wallet for Airtag
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this wallet for people who lose things all the time
Beaulyn Mens Wallet for Airtag
This one is for the man who is constantly misplacing his wallet. Get this: It’s a wallet with a built-in holder for an AirTag that’ll allow him to easily track it. You’ll be saving his life with this gift, my friend! (Ahem, just make sure he has an AirTag when you get this for him, or buy one on Amazon and make it a complete gift!)
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this deep-tissue massage gun
NEPQ Mini Massage Gun
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this deep-tissue massage gun
NEPQ Mini Massage Gun
I recently discovered that my brother, my boyfriend, and my sister’s boyfriend all have massage guns on their wishlist, so this one may be a home run (just saying!). Plus, he’ll stop asking you to step on his back once you buy this for him.
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this cool beer gadget
FIZZICS FZ403 DraftPour Beer Dispenser
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this cool beer gadget
FIZZICS FZ403 DraftPour Beer Dispenser
Even the man who has everything probably doesn't have this. This beer dispenser takes any can or bottle of beer and turns it into a nitro-style draft beer, which enhances the flavor. Pretty cool, right?
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this charger and phone sanitizer
PhoneSoap Cell Phone Sanitizer and Charger
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this charger and phone sanitizer
PhoneSoap Cell Phone Sanitizer and Charger
Sorry, but all of our phones are more germ-ridden than we want to believe. That's why something like this charging box that sanitizes their device using UV light is actually a great gift. It says "I love you, please don't get a cold and then give it to me."
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this useful keychain
i-Dawn iPhone Charge Lightning Cable + Keychain + Bottle Opener
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this useful keychain
i-Dawn iPhone Charge Lightning Cable + Keychain + Bottle Opener
If you're looking for a gift under $10 that he'll actually use, this keychain is pretty nifty. It has a bottle opener so he can stay, uh, hydrated and an iPhone charging cable so he can stay connected.
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these personalized glasses
Uncommon Goods 'All Roads Take Us Home' Map Glass Duo
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these personalized glasses
Uncommon Goods 'All Roads Take Us Home' Map Glass Duo
He's going to LOVE these glasses with a custom map etched on them. You can get it etched with your current neighborhood, his college town, his hometown, or anywhere else.
The vibrating gifts we recommend are usually of a different type but hear me out! This textured foam roller helps take care of their muscles and can lessen the risk of injury (whether they're weightlifting, training for a marathon, or just in need of some pain relief after sitting at a desk all day).
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this classic chain
Mejuri 5mm Curb Chain Necklace Silver
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this classic chain
Mejuri 5mm Curb Chain Necklace Silver
Everyone loves a jewelry gift! This durable 925 Sterling Silver chain (that’s 92.5% pure silver, btw) comes in three lengths, depending on their personal preference, and is perfect for wearing solo or with a simple pendant.
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Is your little bro trying to keep Mom out of his room, or just looking to upgrade his set-up to something Tony Stark-worthy? This easy-to-install door knob uses biometrics to determine who gets to enter and who is locked out! Plus, multiple users can be registered to unlock this fingerprint-activated door knob via a convenient app, and it even shows you which users unlocked the door (and when). Bet you didn’t know you could snag this on Amazon, huh?
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If movie nights are his thing, this gift is the perfect way to take it to the next level. This projector can be used indoors or outdoors and comes with a 100-inch projection screen so you don't have to worry about finding the perfect surface. It's compatible with a ton of different devices including smartphones, so you should be able to start streaming in no time.
Hannah Oh
Assistant Shopping Editor
Hannah is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from cute apartment decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and unhinged updates on the books she’s reading on the train.
Daisy Maldonado
Associate Shopping Editor
Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram.