First things first: just like our femme gift guide, everything on this list is unisex. Whether you’re shopping for your partner, girlfriend, best friend, brother, or dad, the goal is the same—finding the perfect gift that feels personal and intentional. Feel free to draw inspiration from either list to create a thoughtful, unique gift experience for anyone on your list.
This guide features a range of price points and interests because, let’s be real, you know your person best. A gift doesn’t have to cost a fortune to be meaningful. A thrifted frame with a $2 wall art print that perfectly captures their vibe can feel as impactful as something much pricier. It’s all about what speaks to them and makes them feel seen.
The key to gifting isn’t just about picking something trendy or expensive—it’s about knowing the little things that make someone’s day brighter. Whether it’s upgrading a favorite everyday essential, indulging their hobbies, or finding something that shows you’re paying attention, a thoughtful gift goes a long way.
Trinket Dish
The perfect place to put rings, chains, matches, keys, or whatever else you toss beside your bed, or inside the front door. I am obsessed with these colorful ceramic dishes that resemble iconic Portuguese sardine cans. This retro record bowl is also pretty cool.
Table Top Fire Pit
The Solo Stove Mesa XL is a portable tabletop fire pit with dual-fuel capability, perfect for roasting marshmallows or cozy gatherings. Its sleek design included stand, and carry bag make it stylish, functional, and easy to use anywhere.
Bonus points if you also have a bougie smores kit.
Sunscreen
Everyone needs a good everyday sunscreen, even the mascs.
Cool Lighter
I found this lighter brand and I am obsessing over all of their cool options. They have stick lighters that are great for lighting candles. And they also have really colorful vintage lighters that would look great even just on a table as a decoration.
Gratitude Journal
Perfect for building a daily gratitude ritual, Wander’s gratitude journal helps shift your outlook by capturing everyday glimmers. With customizable options and a range of beautiful colors, it’s a thoughtful and inspiring gift.
Fun Bathmat
Add some excitement to the most easily overlooked bathroom in the house. This bathbat from Bed Threads is cool and colorful. Or maybe this fluffy, Get Naked version if its for your partner.
Beanie
A masc can never have enough beanies. We love this one from Quince, its super soft and comes in tons of colors. Alternatively, you can never go wrong with a Carhartt beanie and this monochrome one is great.
Scents
Scents that stand out to me are always the ones that sort of straddle that masculine/feminine line. A few of the scents I’m loving right now at a wide range of price points.
Malin & Goetz Leather Cologne is a bold, modern fragrance blending warm, earthy leather notes with a fresh, sophisticated edge.
Ouai Dean Street is a fresh, light fragrance with notes of citrus, florals, and musk, perfect for an effortlessly chic vibe.
Salt and Stone, Bergamot & Hinoki is a refreshing blend of crisp bergamot, orange blossom, and earthy vetiver, evoking sunlight on rolling waves and the promise of a fresh start.
Being Frenshe Glow On Roll-On Fragrance combines earthy bergamot and cedar with essential oils, offering a grounding, travel-friendly scent experience.
The Boy Smells Exploratory Set offers a curated collection of genderful fragrances, perfect for discovering your next signature scent or layering to create a unique aroma.
Colorful fun shoes
For this one I’m thinking more of a statement shoe than an everyday shoe. A colorful or unique accent that would elevate the style of an already great fit.
Bandana
A bandana or scarf is such a cool way to add interest to an outfit. There are so many different ways to tie them depending on the vibe you’re going for. This navy one from Parker Thatch has a cool pattern but in a classic easy to style color.
Fun Carabiner
I don’t think I could put this list together without adding a carabiner of some sort. I love when I see elevated classic ones or completely unique ones. Both of these are cool and will make a statement.
Hats
You can go so many directions with hats so you have to know their style a little bit. My three recommendations are something luxury like this cream and green hat from Amie Leon Dore or something vintage from their hometown team or maybe their college. I grew up in Central Pennsylvania and went to Pitt am obsessed with this vintage Panthers hat from Ebay.
Another cool idea is going to Lids and getting something customized. You could get a hat from their favorite team and add their initials or a little icon design that feels like them. Having a 1 of 1 piece like this is always cool.
Pro tip, if you’re not sure what hat style they like grab something they wear often and take it to the store with you. You can have someone help you find a hat of that style.
Nice Deodorant
This falls into the category of upgrading someones everyday essentials. Plus it’s nice that both of these deodorants smell good enough that you can save your good cologne for special occasions. My two favorites for this ar Aseop, it’s expensive but it’s worth it and again, Salt & Stone because they really don’t miss.
Vintage Watch
of course watches can get really expensive but I promise you can gift something that feels cool for under $100 dollars. Here are three options from Casio that I have or would love to have.
Lego Set
There’s something nostalgic and endlessly fun about LEGO, and we’re loving the Tiny Plants set as a playful touch of home decor. For travelers, sets like the Icons Jazz Club are a creative way to bring memories of destinations like New Orleans back with you.
Portable Lamp
I have an absolutely no over headlights after work rule in my house. Lamps that I can move around and have a soft warm glow have become my favorite for style and function.
Portable Mini Speaker
This JBL Mini Speaker could not be any cuter if it tried. It also has great sound quality for how tiny it is. Its great to clip on to a backpack and have available at all times.
Battery Pack
There are so many situations that an batter pack is convenient for. I love tossing one in my bad for long days in the city but especially long travel days. A batter back feels like a little piece of insurance I don’t leave home without. This one from Ankar is slim and has a MagSafe charger.
Expresso Maker
Prices on this one are crazy! But you can get a solid expresso at home without paying hundreds of dollars. You options are a portable expresso maker, obviously the best option for people on the go.
Maybe you and your partner don’t live together yet but they need a daily expresso – this is a good option to have at your place. A moka pot is another amazing option on the lower end of the price scale.
Lastly you could grab a Nespresso, there is some debate about the quality of the expresso but ease and consistency make it an easy choice for me.
Chocolate Caviar
Catbird Chocolate Caviar is a luxurious treat, combining rich, decadent chocolate with a playful presentation that’s perfect for gifting.
Swedish Candy
Sweet treats are always fun. If you’re shopping for a gummy candy lover order some Swedish candy from BonBon. Its a super fresh and flavorful candy but feels a little more thoughtful then something from the grocery store.
If your love enjoys sour candy give Sour Strips a try. They more sour than most things and can be found at tons of Targets.
Water Bottle
Most of us are trying to drink more water and take better care of this planet. Hydroflask is the best waterbottles for keeping things cold.
Wallet
Wallets get beat up so quick but its not something I think to replace until its hanging on by a thread. I’d stick to basic colors or something classic like leather. My absolute favorite is this green leather one by Every Other Thursday . So other great options are the this double sided beauty from JCrew, A.P.C. has a gorgeous navy blue option and if you’re looking for something not leather Hershel has some solid options that hold up forever.
Food Sample Set
I think this is such a fun gift to give and receive because you get to try a bunch of new things. A few things that come to mind are:
Underwear
Apparently part of getting older means thinking underwear is a great gift, but it if. We have a whole article specific to picking the best masc underwear but in short, Woxer is my favorite.
Film Camera
There is something extra fun about capturing memories on film and then patiently waiting for the film to be delivered is so much fun . I think it’s really cool to grab a roll of film and a camera for a specific trip or event. This Kodak Camera is under $45 and is reusable, you just have to replace batteries and film of course.
Smikis
They’re adorable and they glow. Smikis are great to pop in a stocking or give to a friend.
Tote Bag
A tote bag is a practical but also something about the style of it has been growing on me recently. I love the casual good be going to a farmers market vibe of it. Elwood has a great one that feels masculine. I also love the idea of something that is customizable.
If you want something that feels a little more sophisticated, check out a waxed canvas tote like this one from Patagonia that can also work as a backpack.
Bedside Charger
This is a bit $$ for a charger but I think it’s so cool and aesthetic. The Plat Wireless Charging Table Lamp wirelessly charges your phone on its flat top and uses the flat back as a bookend.
You can find less expensive and still really cool versions on Amazon. This sleek green charging station doubles as an alarm clock and small light.
Cozy Robe
This plush fleece robe, made from ultra-soft fabric, is the ultimate in comfort—perfect for lounging, sleeping, or wrapping up after a bath. Get the robe with the hood for added coziness.
Recipe of Coffee Table Book
Think of a niche interest they have and grab a book that aligns with that. They make really cool decor pieces, which can start conversations when having guests over. I think this Noods cookbook filled with recipes from around Asia and There and Back: Adventures From the Edge by adventure photographer Jimmy Chin are beautiful examples
You could also be creative and make a custom coffee table book. I’ve used a few companies to make photobooks for loved ones and while on the more expensive end, I think Artifact Uprising has the best quality.
Bronzing Drops
Drunk Elephant Bronzing Drops are the perfect way to get that effortless, sun-kissed glow while keeping your skin hydrated and happy—seriously, it’s like a little bottle of sunshine! Bronzer is a makeup go-to that makes me feel better and like I’m not wearing any makeup at the same time, if that makes any sense.
Masc Clothing
Clothing can feel super personal, and it’s tricky to give recommendations that work for so many different styles and body types. That’s why I’ve focused on a handful of specific products I’m confident will be a win for most masc humans. Plus, I’m shouting out a bunch of my favorite stores—so if the exact item doesn’t vibe with you, there’s a good chance you’ll find something else you love there!
Abercrombie & Fitch
If I’m writing anything about masc clothing it would be a huge miss to skip over Abercrombie. I think they’re super popular with masc humans, specifically masc lesbians because of their large cropped section. I’m 6ft tall and I love this line but I know it’s been nearly life-changing for all the short mascs.
For so many people I know this is the go-to place for cropped hoodies, Premium Heavyweight Tees, and pants, specifically workwear pants. Of course, there is a bunch of other great stuff but I can almost guarantee any of the top three things will be a win for any masc human.
Scuffers
Scuffers is a newer brand I’ve really only known of them for about a year but they have cool hoodies under $100 and great baggy jeans. This brand for sure leans a bit younger but its stylish and androgynous in a fresh way that excites me.
Elwood
Elwood is a go-to brand for elevated basics, blending comfort and style with a minimalist edge that’s perfect for everyday wear. Think about picking up a hoodie or sweatpants from here. They also have crop tees that fit really well, with a nice high neck.
Buck Mason
The quality at Buck Mason is incredible. They have more of a classic vibe but all of the pieces just feel expensive as soon as you touch them. They have some thicker tees in a more classic fitted cut that can easily be dressed up as well as a gorgeous thermal. Most of their other things cruise well past the $100 price point for this list but if you can catch them on sale I’d highly recommend them.
