Struggling to find a Christmas gift for the man in your life? Whether you're shopping for your boyfriend, husband, dad or brother, men can be notoriously hard to buy for. So I'm here to help with my 2024 edit of the best gifts for him.
Below you'll find a curated selection of crowd-pleasing presents. Think suits-everyone scents, versatile fashion pieces, tech gifts anyone would love to unwrap and experiences suitable for those 18 or 80. Whether you're looking for something cute and thoughtful, unique or stylish, I've found it all. Scroll on to shop the gift guide.
- The fashion gift: Common Projects Trainers
- The fragrance gift: Creed Aventus Eau de Parfum
- The grooming gift: ELEMIS The Grooming Collection
- The tech gift: Beats Studio Pro Headphones
- The sports gift: Therabody Theragun Mini
- The wellness gift: Samsung Galaxy Smart Ring
How I chose the best gifts for him
- Variety: I know everyone is different, so I've included gifts for foodies, fashion lovers, tech heads and sports fans, plus unique options for the man who has everything.
- Price: This edit includes gift ideas at a range of price points, from £300 tech products to grooming gift sets for £50.
- Bestsellers: All of these gifts have either been tried and tested by the HELLO! Shopping Team, have top reviews, are always selling out - or all three!
COS Ribbed Cashmere-Blend Beanie
COS Ribbed Cashmere-Blend Beanie
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A cashmere hat is a little luxury he'll want to wear on repeat, and this one from COS is the perfect shape and size.
This super soft hat has a ribbed finish for extra cool credentials. Choose from several colours, including this season's trending shade - burgundy.
Beats Studio Pro Headphones
Beats Studio Pro Headphones
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Beats’ Studio headphones have had another upgrade. If he has to have the latest tech, he'll love this over-ear pair.
With optimal clarity and near-zero distortion, even at very high volumes, Beats' Studio Pro headphones are perfect for a frequent traveller or someone who works at their desk all day. He can also take calls, skip tracks and adjust the volume on-the-go without reaching for his phone thanks to the on-ear controls.
Creed Aventus Eau de Parfum
Creed Aventus Eau de Parfum
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There's a reason Creed Aventus is one of the most loved scents for men. You know when something just smells expensive? Ultra luxe, it exudes confidence.
Aventus is a woody, fruity and fresh scent. Top notes include Calabrian bergamot and pink pepper, with a heart of pineapple and lemon, and a base of ambroxan and cedar wood.
Common Projects Trainers
Common Projects Retro Classic Leather Sneakers
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No man thinks he already has enough pairs of trainers. Upgrade his collection with these sneakers by Common Projects, which he can wear to add instant cool to loungewear or dress down a suit.
Common Projects' minimalist sneakers are seen on all of the most stylish men. Made in Italy from real leather, they have contrasting heel tabs and are detailed with the brand's signature gold stamped serial numbers.
ELEMIS The Grooming Collection
ELEMIS The Grooming Collection
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Whether the man in your life looks after his skin or is a bit of a novice, the ELEMIS Grooming Collection is a gift set that will kickstart their skincare routine, or give it a bit of an overhaul.
This ELEMIS gift includes five products. Inside you can expect the bestselling Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, as well as the exfoliating Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash, brightening Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads, firming Pro-Collagen Vitality Eye Cream and refreshing Ice-Cool Foaming Shave Gel.
Aspinal of London City Leather Folio Case
Aspinal of London City Leather Folio Case
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Every laptop needs a luxe case to be carried in, and this grain leather option from royal-favourite Aspinal of London will make a beautiful addition to his accessories collection.
Made for laptops and tablets up to 13 inches, this case is available in several stylish shades and has a quality fabric interior. Customise it with his initials for a more personal gift.
Veuve Clicquot Brut NV Personalised Champagne
Veuve Clicquot City Arrow Brut NV Champagne with Personalised Tin
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Add a personal touch to champagne with Veuve Clicquot's customisable City Arrow tin. You can toast to him with a glass or two of delicious Brut NV and he can upgrade his kitchen decor all in one go.
The detachable arrow on this Veuve Clicquot tin can be customised with the name of any city, hometown or dream destination. Plus, it will illustrate the distance to your destination of choice from Reims, the birthplace of VC and unofficial capital of the Champagne wine-growing region.
Samsung Galaxy Smart Ring
Samsung Galaxy Ring Health & Fitness Tracker Smart Ring
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Forget smart watches, smart rings are the latest tech to hit the fitness sphere. Whether he's a tech head or a bit of a health fanatic, he'll love Samsung's new AI ring, which is designed to track his daily activity, heart rate, sleep, and wellness habits.
Comfortable and ultra lightweight, plus durable and water-resistant, this Samsung Galaxy smart ring is a subtle and easy way for him to build an accurate picture of his health. It comes in three premium finishes and nine different sizes.
Arket Wool & Cotton Half Zip Jumper
Arket Wool & Cotton Half Zip Jumper
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Want to give his wardrobe an upgrade? For a piece he can wear on repeat from now and all the way through to spring, gift him this jumper from Arket. Made from a wool-cotton blend, it's lightweight but warm and cosy and would suit literally everyone.
This half-zip jumper has a relaxed boxy fit and ribbed trims. It gets five-star reviews from customers and comes in green, navy and khaki.
Therabody Theragun Mini
Therabody Theragun Mini 2nd Generation
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For men who play sport or spend a lot of time at the gym, a handheld massage gun will be a god send. This bestselling portable massage device from Therabody not only works like a dream, it also has a sleek design that's perfect for storing in travel bags and gym kits.
Working to alleviate feelings of muscle tension, cramps and soreness through percussive therapy – all he needs to do is attach the accompanying ball and choose a speed. Plus, this device is Bluetooth-enabled so he can access personalised wellness routines in the Therabody app.
Eberjey Henry Short PJ Set
Eberjey Henry TENCEL™ Modal Short PJ Set
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A luxurious pyjama set is something the man in your life might not be likely to buy himself, but would very much appreciate. Eberjey's come in a whole collection of stylish colours and cool, comfortable cuts.
Made from the same super soft and sustainable TENCEL™ Modal fabric as their bestselling women's pyjamas, Eberjey's Henry PJ Set is designed to be breathable and temperature-regulating for the perfect night's sleep.
Aesop Body Kit
Aesop Body Kit
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Anything from Aesop is a fail-safe gift. The iconic packaging will elevate his bathroom, and this grooming set contains two of the brand's most popular products to make sure he's feeling his best self too.
The Body Kit is a little luxury that includes the Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser and the Geranium Leaf Body Balm. Both infused with the same refreshing citrus scent, the balm is also formulated with a hydrating blend of Shea Butter and Sweet Almond Oil.
Formula 1 British Grand Prix Tickets
Formula 1 British Grand Prix Tickets
For a gift guaranteed to earn you serious brownie points, get him tickets to one of the biggest sporting events next summer. VIP experiences are available at the British Grand Prix, and if you're lucky, maybe he'll choose you to go with him.
MATCH Hospitality offers luxury packages for the F1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, which include drinks and dining, live entertainment, guest speakers and incredible views of the track. Plus all of the extras like shuttle services within the inner track and reserved parking.
We. HEAR Pro Speaker
LOEWE x Kylian Mbappé We. HEAR Pro Speaker
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Whether its for taking on holiday, to festivals or even just to use at home, every man needs a portable speaker in his tech repertoire.
If he's missing World Cup mania, treat him to the new We. HEAR Pro speaker, which has been designed in collaboration with LOEWE and French football legend Mbappé. Available in classic black, denim blue or neon green, and boasting 100 watts of audio power, it looks as impressive as it sounds.
Braun Beard Trimmer Series 9
Braun Beard Trimmer Series 9 & Barber Tools
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If his beard is his pride and joy, get him a pro trimmer to keep it looking barber fresh at all times. This bestselling kit is currently on sale at Boots - don't miss out.
This popular Braun set includes the Series 9 trimmer along with all of the tools he'll need, like precision combs in various sizes and stencils.
Smythson Soho Planner
Smythson Soho Planner
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In a world that's now almost totally digital, a paper planner is a welcome novelty and they don't get much more coveted than Smythson's Soho style. It's small enough to fit into his work bag, but big enough to hold all of his important info and never-ending to-do lists.
Made from the British brand's signature Panama leather, this diary is left blank for him to add his own dates and includes list space to make planning effortless. Plus, there's a convenient pocket to keep any loose pieces of paper in one place. Choose from five colours, from navy to bright coral.
The White Company Hooded Hydrocotton Robe
The White Company Unisex Hooded Ribbed Hydrocotton Robe
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The White Company is known for making the ordinary luxurious, and these unisex robes are made from the same gloriously soft material as the bestselling Hydrocotton towels. Gift one just for him or buy two to wear matching.
Made from the softest, ribbed hydrocotton, this robe features a belt tie, cosy hood and pockets with bound trim. It's slightly oversized for the most comfortable fit.
Marcato Atlas 150 Pasta Machine
Marcato Atlas 150 Pasta Machine
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For the man who loves cooking and has an appliance for everything, a pasta roller could be the one item missing from his kitchen. This bestselling Marcato machine comes in silver or a gorgeous copper colour and means he can make impressive Italian cuisine from scratch.
Made in Italy from non-toxic anodised aluminium, Marcato's pasta machine includes three built-in attachments to make smooth lasagne, wide fettuccine and thin tagliolini.
Selfridges The Foodie Gift Experience
Selfridges The Foodie Gift Experience
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If he's a foodie and likes the finer things in life, this experience voucher for Selfridges' London store is the perfect gift. He'll take a tour of the iconic Food Hall with their Hampers Concierge experts, learning about the premium food and wines before putting together his own hamper to enjoy at home.
The Foodie Gift Experience includes a tour of the Food Hall, plus the purchase of items worth up to £140. With the experts on hand to help, you can be sure he'll be leaving with all of the must-try food and drink.
