He says he doesn't want anything. He buys what he needs the moment he needs it. And last year's gift is still sitting in the closet. If you're stuck on what to get your husband or boyfriend for Christmas, you're not alone.
The good news is that the best gifts for men are often the simplest: something he'll actually use, enjoy or share, with a personal touch that shows you thought about him. Below, you'll find ideas organized by the kind of man he is, plus tips on making a gift feel personal and how much to spend if it's your first Christmas together.
Find his gift fast
- If he says he has everything: start with a wine and snack basket he'd never buy himself
- If he's always raiding the pantry: a savory snack tower or a tray of nuts
- If he unwinds with a glass of red: a wine gift box with snacks to match
- If he'd love his name on it: an engraved beer mug, cutting board or travel bag
- If it's your first Christmas together: a photo gift box and our advice on what to spend
How to choose a gift he'll actually use
Before you start browsing, ask yourself three quick questions.
- Does he snack or sip? If he's the one in the pantry after dinner, a snack tower will get more use than any gadget. If he likes to unwind with a drink, start with wine.
- Will he use it, or just keep it? Food and wine get enjoyed over the holidays. Personalized gifts like an engraved beer mug or cutting board become part of his routine. Both beat something that ends up in a drawer.
- Is it for him, or for the two of you? A wine basket or a box of baked treats is a gift you can share on a quiet night in.
If you're wondering whether a gift basket is really a gift for a man, it is. Most men won't buy themselves a tower of good snacks or a nice bottle of wine, which is exactly why it feels like a treat. Our holiday baskets are some of the most popular gifts people send to their dads, husbands and brothers.
For the husband who has everything
When he already owns every gadget he wants, stop looking for another thing. Give him something to enjoy instead: good food, a nice bottle and an excuse to put his feet up over the holidays. These are the gifts people send to the men in their lives year after year, and for more ideas you can browse our favorite gift baskets for men.
Warm Wishes Wine Gift Basket | $109.95
Of all our holiday gifts, this is the one people most often choose for a husband, dad or brother. A bottle of dry red sits alongside the snacks he'll actually reach for, like BBQ corn nuggets, roasted pistachios and toffee popcorn, with Guylian truffles for something sweet. A corkscrew is included, so he can open it on Christmas Eve without hunting through drawers, and standard shipping is free.
Holiday Hearth Grand Gift Basket | $59.95
If you want a safe bet, this is it. It's the holiday basket we send to dads, husbands and brothers more than any other, and with more than 350 reviews it's our best-loved holiday gift. The generous mix of sweet and savory treats means he can graze through the holidays and share with whoever drops by.
Winter Wonder Gourmet Gift Tower | $69.95
For a gift that makes an entrance, this 21-inch tower of icy blue snowflake boxes looks impressive under the tree. Each box opens to something new, from Guylian chocolate seashells to Enstrom almond toffee and sea salt caramels, so the unwrapping lasts longer than a minute. It ships free.
For the snacker
If he always finds the snacks, no matter where you hide them, give him a stash of his own. Christmas food gifts with plenty of savory options tend to go over best, with just enough sweetness to keep things interesting.
Deluxe Festive Gift Tower | $46.95
Six stacked boxes, about 18 inches tall, are filled with snacks he'll keep coming back to: Himalayan pink salt lentil chips, zesty party mix, cinnamon yogurt pretzels and toffee popcorn, plus Lindt truffles and Walker's Shortbread for later. At under $50, it's an easy way to keep him happily snacking right through the holidays.
Deluxe Nutty Pleasures | $52.95
For the man who'd choose savory over sweet every time, this tray holds ten kinds of nuts and mixes, including roasted pistachios, salted almonds, butter toffee mixed nuts and very cherry mixed nuts. Here's the clever part: you can add up to two bottles at checkout, from cabernet or merlot to prosecco, and turn it into a ready-made date night for the two of you.
Gourmet Baked Goods Christmas Gift Basket | $49.95
If dessert is more his thing, this basket holds 18 individually wrapped brownies, cookies and muffins, from a peanut butter fudge brownie to ginger molasses cookies and a banana nut muffin. Because everything is wrapped, he can save some for later, or at least pretend he's going to share. It's also one of the few Christmas gifts we send to men more often than women.
For the wine lover
If he likes to unwind with a glass of red, one of our Christmas wine gift baskets does the choosing for you. Each pairs the bottle with snacks that go with it, so it feels like a complete evening rather than just another bottle for the rack.
Merry Christmas Premium Wine Gift Box | $99.95
This box opens like a present within a present. Two doors decorated with a festive snowman reveal a bottle of Tuscan Oak Cellars Chianti, Lindt truffles, chocolate covered almonds, crème brûlée trail mix and a corkscrew. It's the one to give if he enjoys a quiet glass by the fire once the busy part of Christmas is over, and it ships free.
Hopeful Holidays Wine Gift Tray | $84.95
A bottle of cabernet sauvignon comes on a wooden serving tray with roasted salted pistachios, cinnamon toasted almonds, Lindt truffles and chocolate covered caramels. The nuts make it a great match for a man who likes something salty with his wine, and with more than 100 reviews it's a long-time favorite.
Personalized gifts he'll keep
A personalized gift shows you put real thought into it, and the best personalized Christmas gifts are the ones he'll keep using long after the holidays. It's the closest thing to a handmade gift, without the hours of crafting. Each of these can be customized with his name or a short message.
Personalized Prescription Beer Mug | $29.98
For the man whose cure for everything is a cold beer, this 25-ounce glass mug is engraved with a prescription Rx symbol and his name or a short message. It's a fun gift that gets used every weekend, and it's dishwasher safe, so it'll last for years.
Personalized Cutting Board | $29.95
For the grill master, or whoever does the cooking in your house, this bamboo board is engraved with his name or a short message. Choose the small board, or upgrade to the large one for $9 more, which has a smooth side for serving and a grooved side for carving.
Pair it: Send the large cutting board with the Hopeful Holidays Wine Gift Tray for an instant wine and snack night, using the smooth side of the board as a serving platter.
Personalized Travel Duffel Bag | $41.99
If he travels for work or heads to the gym every morning, this water-resistant duffel will get plenty of use. It has a detachable shoulder strap and zippered pockets, comes in black, red or royal blue, and can be personalized with his name.
Bakery Photo Gift Box | $49.95
Personalize this gift box with a favorite photo of the two of you, and fill it with freshly baked brownies, a blondie, cookies and puff pastries. Once the treats are gone, the box becomes a keepsake, and you can add a bottle of wine at checkout to make it a gift you can share.
For your boyfriend: what to get and how much to spend
Buying for a boyfriend, especially for your first Christmas together, comes with its own questions. How much is too much? Should it be romantic, practical or fun?
How much to spend. There's no rule, but in a newer relationship, somewhere around $30 to $60 usually feels thoughtful without being overwhelming. If you've been together longer, or the gift is something you'll share, it's natural to spend a little more.
How many gifts to give. One thoughtful gift beats a pile of small ones. If you'd like to give a little more, pair a personalized item with a treat, like the beer mug with the Deluxe Festive Gift Tower.
Our top picks for your boyfriend:
- For your first Christmas together: the Bakery Photo Gift Box, customized with a photo of the two of you
- For something fun: the Personalized Prescription Beer Mug
- For a night in together: Deluxe Nutty Pleasures, with a bottle of wine added at checkout
- If he has a sweet tooth: the Gourmet Baked Goods Christmas Gift Basket
Shopping on a tighter budget? Our favorite Christmas baskets under $50 have plenty more ideas.
Ordering in time for Christmas
- Gift baskets: Order by December 23 at 2:00 p.m. EST for Christmas delivery, and choose the exact delivery date at checkout.
- Personalized gifts: These are made to order and arrive within a delivery window, so order early.
- Add a message: Every gift includes a personal note. If you're not sure what to say, our tips on what to write in a Christmas card can help.
Find the perfect Christmas gift for him
The best Christmas gift for your husband or boyfriend doesn't have to be the most expensive one. It's the one that fits how he likes to spend his downtime, whether that's working through a tower of snacks, opening a good bottle of red or using a mug with his name on it every weekend.
For more inspiration, see our Christmas gift guide or browse all of our Christmas gift baskets.
