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The 15 best Valentine's Day gifts for him that he's sure to love
A cashmere baseball cap, a love-filled Lego set and a heart full of jerky — these Valentine's Day gift ideas will make any man melt.
Valentine's Day can be a bit cringe. There, I said it. And while you can certainly lean into the clichés, I'm all about going for the unexpected with thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts that he'll actually want and use. Fresh out of ideas? Call me Cupid because I've rounded up an assortment of the best Valentine's gifts for him that are packed with a whole lotta heart (and a few laughs, too).
That's right, you won't find any monogrammed whiskey glasses, heart-shaped chocolates or cheesy photo gifts on this list. Nope, these Valentine's Day gift ideas run the gamut, ranging from personalized Etsy finds to more practical picks. On the hunt for something that'll make your boyfriend swoon? Jot down all the reasons why you love him in this bestselling fill-in-blank book. Or what about an unexpected find for your husband of a zillion years? Quince's cashmere baseball cap is a winner.
All of these gifts prove that you can steal his heart without breaking the bank, which I'm sure is music to his ears and yours. And if you really want to spread the love, check out our main Valentine's Day gift guide, along with some curated picks for all the women you love most.
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Best Valentine's Day gifts for him under $25
Your love story is one for the books — and this gift will take things to a literal level. Each page offers a thought-starter (or three) that'll capture your valentine to a T. Prompts span from their most remarkable traits (um, everything?) to the karaoke song that best sums up your relationship.
He lights up your life — and now, you're about to light up his. The next time he heads outside after dark, he can switch on the light on this bestselling beanie to see whatever's in front of him — the dog he's walking, food he's grilling and so on.
You Pika-choose him every single day. And vice versa. That said, give him a Pokemon card with a few familiar faces — ahem, you, him and your fur babies. Customize the characters until they look just right, then add your first names and choose from a variety of card designs. Spring for the holographic version for an extra $2.
There's no question that you two were made for each otter. These sweet yet silly crew socks, available in blue or black, drive that point home.
Think you've done and talked about it all? Think again. Bust out this card game during your next at-home date night and ask each other questions you wouldn't otherwise ask. Some will take you down memory lane, others will inspire you to look ahead to the future.
I know, I know, a reading light doesn't exactly scream "romance," but hear me out on this one. You want nothing more than to make sure your guy feels loved and supported even when, ya know, you're fast asleep. If he's the late-night reading type, then he can wrap this hands-free light around his neck and light up the pages without waking you up. More than 100,000 Amazon shoppers have given it a five-star rating, including one who wrote that she bought it for "my husband to do projects with when he needs a little light focused on an area without me standing there holding the flashlight."
Best Valentine's Day gifts for him under $50
Heart-shaped chocolates? Nope, your guy is sweet enough as it is. If salty, savory snacks are more his speed, then go with this box of 14 individually-wrapped jerky pieces in flavors like honey bourbon, habanero and root beer (yep, you read that right).
This isn't just a toy of yesteryear. Nope, he can pop the custom reel in the viewer and click through some of your best memories together — the day you got the keys, the moment you said "yes" and more. Once you place your order, you'll get a code to redeem one reel with seven photos. The finished reel will ship within 10 business days of your submission, so act quickly to ensure it arrives by Valentine's Day.
Science says true love eases pain, but your guy may need a little extra lovin' when headaches or migraines strike. Pop this compression cap in the freezer for cold therapy or stick in the microwave for 20 seconds for heated relief — both methods will soothe his strained eyes or throbbing head. "My husband caught my sinus infection a few weeks ago and the sinus pain finally convinced him to try my mask. He has been praising it ever since," one happy shopper raved.
He played his cards right with you, and you did the same with him. So, it's only fitting that you add one of your sweetest snaps to the center of a personalized playing card — an ace of hearts, obviously. Prices vary by size and frame preference, with a 5" x 7" framed version starting at $40.
A true athlete knows recovery is half the battle. With this trio, he'll have just what he needs to give his body some overdue TLC. The trifecta, explained: Use the body powder to prevent moisture and chafing, the bar soap to clean up once the workout's done and the recovery balm to soothe sore muscles.
At this rate, his favorite hat is practically attached to his head. And while there's certainly a time and a place for it the chilly temps aren't exactly a match made for his warm-weather caps. This cashmere version, available in black, navy, grey and camel, will keep him nice and toasty in the coming months. It's a nice trade-off, wouldn't ya say?
Best Valentine's Day gifts for him under $100
Robert Indiana has been spreading love worldwide with his iconic sculpture for decades — from its debut in Indianapolis in 1970 to more recent iterations in New York City, Tokyo and London. And now, this 791-piece Lego set will bring the same sentiment to your living room. Build it together or let your Lego enthusiast take the reins — both are equally as fun.
Picking one picture to frame is no easy feat. My recommendation: Splurge on a digital picture frame and it'll cycle through all of your greatest hits. Senior Tech Writer Rick Broida stands by this budget-friendly option, which has 16 GB of storage (enough for over 40,000 photos!), easy app integration and a handy auto-size feature. Set it up in advance by uploading 10 photos at a time, then let him add some of his faves.
You know as well as I do that he'd never spend this much on a pair of sweats. Well, that's where you come into play. Vuori makes best-in-class joggers with thousands of rave reviews, including one five-star fan who went so far as to say they're "like wearing a cloud."
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