New Year is approaching, which means it’s the perfect time to think about what to give your loved ones. It’s not easy to choose a gift for family members and friends, even though we’ve known them for a long time and have gotten to know their tastes and habits. But an even more difficult task for any girl is to choose a gift for her boyfriend. You want to cater to his interests, make him happy, and surprise him. We have compiled interesting New Year gift ideas for guys, grouped by their lifestyle and preferences.
Gifts for the Homebody Boyfriend
There are people who simply love being at home. If your boyfriend is one of them, consider a gift that will add to his comfort.
At the same time, don’t forget about his interests and hobbies. He probably doesn’t just like sitting at home; he might also do something like work, cook, read, play video games, or board games.
Massager
If a man loves spending a lot of time at home, it might mean he lacks physical activity. Therefore, a good massager for any body part would be useful. Multifunctional devices are now available that can be used on different areas. It will help relieve tension from the neck, remove back stiffness, or relax his legs after a long day.
Blanket, Robe, and Slippers
The “coziness” of this gift is off the charts. After receiving a warm blanket, a fluffy robe, and warm, soft slippers, your homebody boyfriend will want to spend even more time at home. It’s best to choose home textiles made from natural materials. And you can even buy a second set for yourself and keep your loved one company on cozy winter evenings.
Electric Grill
When a person loves spending a lot of time at home, it’s possible they also love to cook. An electric grill can seriously diversify his diet, as it can be used to recreate restaurant-quality dishes. He can grill buns and patties for burgers, bake fish, steaks, and sausages—it all depends on your boyfriend’s imagination.
Other Gift Options for a Homebody:
- beanbag chair
- fluffy blanket
- cooling pad for a laptop
- air humidifier or aroma diffuser
- orthopedic pillow
- room thermometer
- indoor plant care kit
- mini-fridge for drinks
- wall organizer
- set of aromatic candles
- gaming console
- home mini-trainer
- digital photo frame
- bed linen set
- waffle maker
- kit for making pizza or sushi
- decorative pillows
Gifts for a Music Lover
There is a wide selection of gifts for a man who loves to listen to music. These can be modern gadgets, as well as music albums, tickets to a concert by his favorite artist, or even some souvenirs. The most important thing is to find out what kind of music the guy prefers.
Smart Speaker (Station)
A compact speaker with voice control is a great gift for a man who loves listening to music. Such gadgets have powerful speakers, providing clean and loud sound that can be heard even from another room. Modern speakers can do more than just play music. They can be used to check the weather forecast, get interesting facts, news, and even control home appliances. All you need to do is formulate the voice request correctly.
Headphones
Music lovers like to be surrounded by music everywhere, and in this case, good headphones are indispensable. These can be minimalist in-ear buds or a large device that completely covers the ears. The most important thing is that the headphones are wireless, have a long battery life, and provide high-quality, clean sound.
Concert Ticket
Even the most avid music lover can’t listen to everything, which means he likes some artists and genres more than others. For some, attending a concert of their favorite band or artist is a dream that you can make come true. Find out when your boyfriend’s idols will have their next performance, order a ticket for the event, and put it under the Christmas tree.
Autographs
If getting tickets to a concert is difficult or expensive, there is an alternative: online, you can find items with the images or symbols of your boyfriend’s idols, or autographs. This could be clothing, souvenir products, music discs, or records. The impression from such a gift, of course, will not be as vivid as from attending a live concert, but it will be something material that he can always carry with him or keep on display.
Other Gift Options for a Music Lover:
- vinyl record of his favorite band
- portable speaker
- subscription to a music service
- gift certificate to a music store
- poster with the cover of a cult album
- home audio system
- table lamp in the shape of a musical instrument
- biography book of a legendary musician
- ukulele or a small synthesizer
- headphone stand
- board game with a musical theme
- stickers or icons on a musical theme
- poster with the discography of his favorite band
- home karaoke system
- metronome or tuner
- flash drive shaped like a record
Gifts for the Sporty Boyfriend
Finding a good gift for an athlete is not too difficult—you should look at gadgets and accessories for training. If your boyfriend already has a full arsenal of all of this, consider training clothes or shoes. These items wear out and are never superfluous. If your guy is a sports fan, he’ll be happy with souvenir products, and if you can get tickets to a game of his favorite sports team, he will be absolutely thrilled!
Fitness Tracker or Smartwatch
These gadgets help monitor physical activity. Usually, a tracker is a standalone device, while the watch’s functionality can be expanded by installing special apps. The gadget will be a great helper during workouts: it will tell him when it’s time to warm up, count calories, determine the distance walked or run, and track his sleep schedule. Some watches and fitness trackers can even measure blood pressure and blood oxygen levels.
Memorabilia of His Favorite Sports Club
If your boyfriend is a fan of football, hockey, or another sport, he probably has favorites he roots for when watching any competitions. He will be happy to receive a scarf, T-shirt, hat, mug, or any other souvenir with the symbols of his favorite team. But don’t rush to buy the first item you see in the club’s colors or with their distinctive marks—try to find something rare with a history. Such things are usually sold in specialized stores or even secondhand; you can check classifieds and forums.
Sports Bag
Getting ready for the gym is easier when you can pack quickly and have everything you need on hand. A convenient and roomy sports bag will be useful for a loved one who regularly goes to training. It’s better to pay attention to models that are as large as possible: the bag should be able to fit clothes, sneakers, and accessories. A sports bag is more comfortable to carry on the shoulder, so it should come with a long strap.
Other Gift Options for an Athlete:
- balance board
- dumbbells or kettlebells
- tabletop foosball
- water bottle
- protein shaker
- training gloves
- massage gun
- home pull-up bar
- set of sports clothes
- running weights
- jump rope with a jump counter
- roller skates
- skateboard
- table tennis set
- wall mount for sports equipment
- sports glasses or gear for cycling
- ball for football, basketball, or volleyball
Gifts for a Car Enthusiast
There are men who not only love their car but sincerely consider it their second home. And sometimes even their first. If your boyfriend belongs to this category, then the best gift for him will be something that is actually intended for the car. This is usually some kind of gadget or useful accessory for car care.
Dash Cam
Such a gift will show that you care about your loved one’s safety. A dash cam records the situation on the road. If a controversial situation occurs, you can use the camera recordings to restore the events and prove your point. It is advisable to choose a dash cam with a rear-view camera, which will help the driver to park quickly and safely even in the most difficult spots.
Document Organizer
This is a nice case or wallet that has compartments for a driver’s license, vehicle registration, insurance, and other documents necessary on the road. It’s a practical item that looks solid. You can now find high-quality organizers—made of genuine leather, with many compartments and durable hardware.
Wireless Smartphone Charger
If the guy spends a significant part of his time in the car, he will need a wireless charger. It both charges the smartphone and securely holds it. In addition, the charger provides quick and convenient access to the smartphone to answer a call or read a message without getting tangled in wires.
Car Vacuum Cleaner
A true car enthusiast always keeps his car in perfect order. A small handheld vacuum cleaner with a battery is an indispensable accessory for a man who has a car. It will help, if not reduce the number of visits to the car wash, then at least keep the car interior in a decent condition.
Other Gift Options for a Car Enthusiast:
- car wash gift certificate
- trunk organizer
- seat covers
- tool kit for minor repairs
- premium air freshener
- car battery charger
- car tire compressor
- set of stylish car mats
- mini-fridge for the car
- car detailing products for the body and interior
- rear-view camera
- fuel gift card
- thermos mug with his car’s emblem
- keychain with the logo of his favorite car brand
- desktop model of his dream car
Creative Gifts for Your Boyfriend
To give your boyfriend a creative gift, you don’t have to be very imaginative or have a special talent; you just need to be able to use your imagination. Even a box with useful items for a man is considered a creative gift. In addition, you can give him something that will help the recipient himself discover his hidden talents.
Gift Certificate
If your boyfriend has a hobby or a long-held dream, help him make it happen. Give him a gift certificate for an activity he is passionate about or something he hasn’t had a chance to try yet but has long wanted to. This could be an invitation to a master class in pottery, painting, cooking, or even knitting. There are many options; it all depends on the guy’s personality.
Holiday Box
This is an unconventional but still creative idea. Ideally, you should assemble such a box yourself, although pre-made options are sold online. For example, you can put together a beard care box—oil, styling gel, scissors, trimmer, combs, and shaping templates. Or a self-care box—shampoo, shower gel, shaving gel, body lotion. And if the guy has a hobby, you can put together a box dedicated to that activity. For example, if he is a fisherman, you can prepare a box with fishing accessories.
Knitted Items
If you know how to knit and you have enough time, knit a sweater, scarf, hat, or socks for your loved one. You can even choose a nice New Year’s pattern or design for knitting or simply select appropriate colors. Even if you don’t know how to knit, don’t give up on the idea—you can find very simple master classes online, for example, on how to knit a blanket from chunky yarn or twisted ropes. For some options, you don’t even need to buy knitting needles or a crochet hook. The main thing is to put all your soul, warmth, and care into such a gift; the man will definitely feel it.
Other Creative Gift Options:
- drawing kit (paints, canvases, brushes)
- graphics tablet
- 3D pen
- studio microphone for recording podcasts or music
- guitar or accessories for it
- sketchbook
- projector to create his own home theater
- calligraphy set
- camera or accessories for it
- neon lamp with his name or logo
- DIY project kit (e.g., for making a clock or a lamp)
- tripod and softbox for video shooting
- video editing software
- home photo printing kit
- T-shirt with his own drawing
- wish coupon book with creative tasks
- author’s poster with an inspiring quote
Gifts for a Book and Movie Lover
Many people love reading books or watching movies, but some turn these activities into a full-fledged hobby. It’s not too difficult to choose a gift for a guy who has such a passion: gadgets and interesting souvenirs will work. You just need to decide on the budget.
Projector
A projector can easily turn any light-colored wall in the house into a huge screen. With a projector, you can watch any content: movies, TV series, shows. If the budget is not limited, it is ideal to buy a projector with a ready-made screen—then your partner won’t have to think about which wall to use for watching movies.
Scratch-Off Poster “100 Best Movies/Books/Series”
Is your boyfriend complaining that he has watched all the movies and read all the books? A scratch-off poster can really surprise him. In online stores, you can find many different themed collections: by year of release, genre, or theme. The essence of the gift is very simple: you scratch off the protective layer from the poster, and a title of a movie to watch or a book to read appears in the window. If it turns out that the guy is already familiar with the work, it’s not a big deal—watch the movie again together or just discuss it and share your impressions.
Themed Board Games
A game based on a favorite movie or book is a great way to re-engage with a beloved story, and maybe even create your own ending for it. With your loved one, on cozy winter evenings, you can guess movies from pictures, repeat the feat of John McClane from “Die Hard,” or participate in the legendary Battle of Hogwarts side-by-side with Harry Potter and his friends.
LEGO
If the guy not only loves watching movies but also building with LEGO, combine his two passions in one gift. There are many themed sets dedicated to certain movies, plots, or characters. LEGO has long ceased to be a toy for small children; there are serious and complex sets that take adults several days or even weeks to assemble.
Other Gift Options for a Book and Movie Enthusiast:
- unique edition of his favorite book
- subscription to an e-library or audiobooks
- poster or art with scenes from his favorite movie
- book on cinematography or a biography of his favorite director
- reading lamp
- gift certificate to a bookstore
- book with behind-the-scenes stories from the film industry
- figurine of his favorite movie character
- home projector for watching movies
- tickets to a film festival or a themed event
- mug or T-shirt with a quote from his favorite book/movie
- collectible artbook from his favorite movie universe
- e-reader
- iconic movie accessory
- course on film analysis or writing skills
- gift certificate for a photoshoot in the style of his favorite movie
Choosing a New Year’s gift for your boyfriend is not as difficult as it seems. The most important thing is to think about what he is passionate about and interested in, and how he likes to spend his free time. You will surely immediately understand which direction to go!
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