27 Best Valentine's Day Gifts for Boys, From Trendy Tech to Beauty Essentials
Looking for Valentine's Day gifts for boys? Then, you've come to the right place. Valentine’s Day gifts can be tricky for even the most seasoned gift giver. Whether you’re a V-Day veteran or it's the first time you are looking for Valentine’s Day gifts for your boyfriend (or just a boy friend), you probably want something more personal than boxers…. or a simple box of chocolates — though candy is never a bad call, and we'll tell you more about that later!
To surprise a special someone on this special day, you want something that feels luxurious, like a nice watch, which would be great but tough if you are not exactly working with a Rolex budget. So what Valentine's gifts for him are actual contenders? Well, here’s the thing about V-Day gifts for givers and getters of all genders: We cordially invite you to stress less over them. We won’t say the thought is the only thing that counts; if you’re spending time and money on a gift, it might as well be something they’ll use! But you don’t need to pressure yourself to come up with the world’s most groundbreaking Valentine’s gift, either. Something homemade — like a playlist or a puzzle that reveals a sweet message — is cute and anti-consumerism.
Are you down to not buy stuff for stuff’s sake but still ready to spend a little cash on the right V-Day gift? We’ve got you covered. Below, find Valentine’s Day gifts for boys that are certified winners, whether you’re looking for something cute and maybe even a smidge corny or are after a gift that’s both meaningful and practical.
Our Top Picks
- Cute Valentine’s Day Gift: Home Date Night Dispenser, $22
- Practical Valentine's Day Gift: Mini Projector with Tripod, $70
- Affordable Valentine's Day Gift: Couple Decision Coin, $10
- Investment Valentine's Day Gift: Montblanc Explorer EDP, $125
- Timeless Valentine's Day Gift: First Date Watercolor Painting, $75+
If he's not that into earthy greens, there are plenty of other trending colognes across price points, though. Case in point: The viral Versace Eros. Described as warm and spicy, this one features mint leaves, orange blossom, and vanilla madagascar.
A cozy, trendy jacket is the perfect pick-me-up in the midst of a chilly winter. This one has a celebrity stamp of approval.
The price may be steep, but a wool blanket from a legacy brand like Pendleton is a V-Day gift that’ll last him ages. (Plus, you’ll get to borrow it for movie night, too!) If you are on a tighter budget, however, you can find pretty decent options on Amazon, like this $39.99 merino wool blanket.
We all love a good projector, but not everyone has the space or budget for one. Among more affordable models, reviewers say this pint-sized pick has surprisingly good picture quality. The best part is that it can easily connect to a phone or TV Stick via an HDMI port, making it extra portable.
A notebook upgrade is one of those things you may not think to ask for but will undoubtedly appreciate once you have. (And isn’t that the best type of gift to get?) This handmade pebbled leather notebook will make even casual scribblings feel sophisticated. Another beloved notebook brand for more everyday options is LEUCHTTURM1917.
If your giftee is a sucker for sweets and scary movies, try this A24-issued movie chocolate set and tickets to an upcoming flick. If they take it to the next level, A24 sells collectible editions of screenplays for movies like The Lighthouse and The Witch, too.
If your giftee is into blind boxes, POP MART's new Valentine's Day collection might be what you are after. Get them a single box for an affordable option or a whole 12-box set for a joint unboxing session. The best part about the latter is you can divvy up and share your faves!
This is a sweet way to memorialize a special date and there’s an option to customize with coordinates, too! Unlike jewelry that aesthetically screams V-Day, the look here is subtle and stylish enough for your Valentine to wear on the daily. Choose between multiple shades of real leather for the band and a silver- or gold-plated charm.
For a gift that’s a bit more discreet, this sleek keychain comes with a custom-engraved QR code that’ll open any song on Spotify, YouTube, or Apple Music. Pay tribute to a song you both love, or upload a personal audio recording or voicemail to gift your voice on the go.
While we’re talking keychains, this cute film roll-inspired one — which houses up to 25 photos — checks more than one box for a good Valentine’s gift. It’s personal and sentimental without being a fireworks-level grand romantic gesture. And it’s also pretty affordable, so get yourself a matching one!
If your Valentine is a gamer, odds are they'll love any upgrade to their gaming station. These app-controlled LED strip lights display more than one color at a time, unlike others that rotate through shades. With 11 different audio modes ready to sync with your gaming music, there’s no better ambiance setter.
There’s no time like wintertime to pick up a new indoor hobby. A good leatherworking kit will give your giftee all the tools they need to make their own slim leather wallets, belts, or watch straps. If they really hit their stride, you could even ask them to make you a tote bag or sandals, too. And that’s a gift that keeps giving.
Prefer to gift an activity you can do together? With so many winter nights still ahead, make homemade noodles with a multi-tool pasta kit. This one comes with a wooden pasta cutter, ravioli rolling pin, gnocchi board, pasta roller, and ravioli stamps, so you can have your pick of pasta.
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