Though most of us would prefer to swipe left when it comes to Valentine's Day — dating is stressful enough — for those in a relationship, the holiday isn't the easiest thing to avoid. And we don't just mean because stores and restaurants are decorated in glittery hearts and pink balloons.
For some reason, February 14 has come to equate with giant teddy bears and flower bouquets the size of a small house . And while we find presents to not even be necessary (cook dinner! watch a movie!), if you are going to dive head-first into the world of gifting, we're leaning towards the practical. Because if there’s one thing we’ve learned from our many years of dating (and shopping), it’s that most men aren’t too tricky to shop for — they just want something they actually need. This year, skip the stress, and instead take our advice: keep it simple, keep it cool, keep it fun — and use the 30 options ahead as your no-fail guide to the best gifts around.
1 of 31 Guys like to groom, too! Show him you care about his complexion just as much as he does.
Aesop Affiliation Grooming Kit, $129.50
Buy 2 of 31 For the guy who’s trendy, loves Bernie Sanders, or both.
Balenciaga Red Campaign Logo Socks, $95.00
Buy 3 of 31 — PAID —
Samsung Gear S3 Frontier,
$349.99 $299.99 Buy 4 of 31 Durable enough for the slopes — or a quick deli run.
Columbia x Opening Ceremony Whirlibird Interchange Ski Glove,
$100.00 $60.00 Buy 5 of 31 Slip in train tickets and a Catskills reservation for the ultimate weekend getaway.
Herschel Supply Co. H-446 Duffle, $119.99
Buy 6 of 31 Let this be a gift for both of you.
Jason Markk Cedar Shoe Freshener, $12.00
Buy 7 of 31 If his beard is his thing, help him keep it under control.
One Handsome Man Beard Brush Set,
$16.70 $12.95 Buy 8 of 31 Is there anything more luxurious than cashmere sweats?
Abercrombie & Fitch Mens Cashmere Pants,
$160.00 $144.00 Buy 9 of 31 Throw it back to the '90s with this classic Patagonia pullover.
Patagonia Men's Lightweight Synchilla® Snap-T® Fleece Pullover, $119.00
Buy 10 of 31 For the guy whose apartment is always too cold.
Lands' End Men's Suede Moc Slippers, $49.95
Buy 11 of 31 Time to start planning that trip around the world.
Smythson Panama Leather Luggage Tag, $72.00
Buy 12 of 31 Everyone’s butt looks good in vintage jeans.
RE/DONE No. 3230SL1128778,
$267.00 $134.00 Buy 13 of 31 Old Spice, meet Spiced Citrus.
Claus Porto Shaving Cream - Spiced Citrus, $22.00
Buy 14 of 31 Shaken, not stirred.
Rabbit Cocktail Shaker, $49.95
Buy 15 of 31 Know a tie guy? A skinny black option won't steer you wrong.
Neil Barrett Black Taped Tie, $205.00
Buy 17 of 31 He could wear contacts, but why should he with glasses this good?
Warby Parker Chamberlain, $95.00
Buy 18 of 31 Sometimes, a classic gift is the best gift.
J.Crew Red Heart Print Boxers, $18.50
Buy 19 of 31 For his to-do list...or writing you love notes. You choose.
Delfonics Rollbahn Spiral Notebook A5 Size, $20.00
Buy 20 of 31 Camembert and Cabernet Sauv not included.
Brooklyn Slate Slate Cheese Board, $35.00
Buy 21 of 31 Priority number one: Stay hydrated.
Swell Teakwood, $35.00
Buy 22 of 31 If he’s still carrying his backpack from high school, a gentle nudge towards adulthood couldn’t hurt.
State Bags Nevins Backpack, $95.00
Buy 23 of 31 No more excuses for showing up late.
Fossil The Commuter Three-hand Date Light Brown Leather Watch, $95.00
Buy 24 of 31 For those who overuse the flame emoji.
Vans Sk8-Hi Reissue Flames Sneaker, $65.00
Buy 25 of 31 Forget diamonds. Signet rings are forever.
Maison Margiela Silver Signet Ring, $360.00
Buy 26 of 31 If he’s always ahead of the game, he likely already wants this bucket hat.
Acne Studios Buk Face Bucket Hat, $150.00
Buy 27 of 31 Give him a cute coat, because you know you’ll end up stealing it at some point.
Everlane The Hooded Puffer Jacket,
$295.00 $145.00 Buy 28 of 31 "Luv u always & 4ever," you wrote on his Facebook wall.
Valentino Always Distressed Printed Cotton-jersey T-shirt, $425.00
Buy 29 of 31 Why do guys like Henley shirts so much? Who knows, but here’s a cute pink one!
Bonobos Cotton Linen Henley, $98.00
Buy 30 of 31 Because being organized doesn't need to compromise his style.
Thom Browne Credit Card Holder in Black Pebble Grain, $290.00
Buy 31 of 31 You know what they say, if your head's warm, everything else is!
Urban Outfitters Waffle Beanie, $15.00
Buy 2018 Stylish Valentines Day Gifts He Will Love
written by Christina Holevas