Best Gifts for Husbands (or Long-Term Partners) to Knock It Out of the Park

Whether he’s big on the great outdoors, or more of the “BBQ’ing on the porch” type, there’s nothing better than an ice-cold growler filled with his favorite booze. This one’s made from dishwasher-safe stainless steel and a spill-proof lid to keep the good times rolling (but not leaking out all over his stuff).

If he’s into tracking his health stats but wants something stealthier than a Fitbit, the Oura packs arguably more tracking technology (we’re talking 20 different kinds of biometrics) into one minimalistic ring. It connects with 40 different health apps like Apple Health or Strava, plus is HSA/FSA-eligible if you’ve got some funds to use up before the year is through.

TikTokers may have their Stanley Cup, but this breakout bottle of the year has double-walled insulation to keep drinks cold, with a fun, bird beak-like top that allows for either tilting back, or sipping from an upright position (which is really addictive for some odd reason).

Who doesn’t love a Big ‘ol Bag? This roomy, mountain climbing-inspired joint is made from tough recycled nylon, includes a waterproof lining and zip top to keep his stuff dry, all while looking cool and colorblocked as hell.

How do you transform recycled nylon fishing nets into into one sick anorak? No idea—we leave that up to the pros at Patagonia, who have streamlined a packable, fast drying, 40+ UPF sun protection number that gets our seal of approval.

Unlike typical tracksuits and joggers, Tracksmith’s svelte running gear is downright sexy, like this jacket with a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette that’s also warm enough to insulate him from the ghastly wind chill.

There aren’t many famous duffel bags, but The North Face’s popular carry-on definitely qualifies for icon status. Dress it up with this stylish and limited-edition print, or choose a classic black or yellow colorway. He can use it for his next camping trip, then dust it off and bring it to the airport for your next destination wedding.

This is the Rolls Royce of wheeled coolers.

If he’s serious about getting fit, having a holistic picture of his health is going to be more helpful than obsessing over one number. For that, he needs a Withings smart scale which uses advanced tech to scan a number of stats in seconds, including body composition, metabolic rate, and heart health—all easily trackable over time via the app.

Give his achey back a rest with this high-tech wrap that uses targeted heat and vibrating massage to sooth away soreness and loosen tension. In a word: ahhhhh.

Does he want to make big gains in a small space? These adjustable dumbbells can condense a whole weight rack into one compact footprint.

The science tells us again and again that simply walking every day can have big impacts on our overall long term health. This streamlined under-desk treadmill is one way to help him get more steps in from home, whether he’s doing it while firing emails off into the void or while listening to a podcast.

Sweet dreams under the stars are a certainty with this innovative design that combines a self-inflating mattress base with a memory foam topper and sleeping bag. It’s camping with a hint of glamping, because who said spending time in the great outdoors had to be uncomfy, anyways?

One of the only innovations to the ski/snowboard helmet in recent memory, Kask has cut the annoyance out of the typical elastic goggles strap and fused them into a single streamlined helmet design that looks cool as hell.

With this ultra lightweight, foldable mat (made from nice, natural rubber), his yoga practice can roll up in his roll-aboard.

This indie outfitter designed their signature puffer based on the eternally swaggy style of 70’s mountain climbers, while updating it for the more modern trek from rental car to Airbnb.

Supercharge his workouts while making him look like a superhero with this weight vest that’s designed to feel lighter than it is by distributing weight in small spheres embedded into flexible neoprene across the torso.

Listen, you cannot guilt-trip a man into exfoliating regularly. He needs to feel the power of exfoliation for himself. Luckily, Dermalogica has crafted a soothingly oat-based “milkfoliant” that works great and looks impressive in the medicine cabinet.

You could drag him to a facial, or help him declog those pores at home. This powerful new device uses ultrasonic waves and ionic technology (futuristic!) to extract dirt and oil, then switches to “infuse” mode to start working a serum into those fine lines.

Sunscreen that looks like a retro bottle of whipped cream is 50% for the novelty, sure. But with this and a plane ticket to somewhere sunny, you’ll make his whole year.

If you’re someone who’s had it with contraptions all over the place in your bathroom, start here. This all-in-one kit allows him to do everything from shape his beard to brush his teeth.

May his mug be ever moisturized and his post-shave skin ever soothed thanks to this two-in-one shaving set.

There’s no greater satisfaction than a practical, everyday item made absurdly well. Upgrade his grooming kit for life with this handsome version from a five-generation family leather goods maker.

The aesthetically-minded folks over at Our Place have perfected a dreamy pressure cooker that looks a whole lot better than an InstantPot, with a completely monochrome design that encapsulates a nearly invisible control panel, and four easy cooking modes that will justify its residency on the countertop.

If “rise and grind” to him means pulvering fruits and veggies into a morning smoothie, but you don’t have the counterspace for a big hulking Vitamix, start small. This compact blender cup cleverly serves as the drinking vessel itself with a straw cap system that screws right on and gets him out the door.

For the casual baker who wants to get serious, a decked-out set of nonstick bakeware from All-Clad will help him produce many permutations of loafs and tarts (as you treat yourself to the spoils).

There’s a reason they’re called “ice cold brewskis” not “lukewarm slightly flat brewskis,” which is why your favorite beer and tech enthusiast needs this hybrid glass with a chill-inducing coozie that even comes with its own built-in bottle opener.

At nearly 4,000 pieces, this build is wildly complex, challenging, and a whole lot of fun. Is it a lot of money for a LEGO set? Sure. But remember, the cost of a real McLaren P1 is over $1,000,000, so in that sense, you’ll be scratching that mid-life crisis itch for a lot less dinero.

The entry-level, dummyproof espresso maker that will make even the biggest coffee novices feel like budding baristas. It’s got the automated programming, sleek design, and small footprint to make it a solid investment for any husband who’s upgrading from pods to pulling shots.

If he’s ready to take his cast-iron game to the next level, get him this award-winning skillet that improves on the classics with some clever details like a handle that stays cooler, side pour spouts, and a signature “soft” texture that’s easier to work with than your traditional cast iron.

Not only does this knife look like a future heirloom, but the rounded handle also easily rotates in your palm as you shuck to prevent discomfort, a small detail the oyster enthusiast in your life will really appreciate.

Gozney’s pro-grade woodfired oven can do everything from cooking pizza to searing steak to smoking pork. Plus, it looks like it was designed by a world-class architect. Consider it the future crown jewel of his backyard setup.

Meats? Veggies? Cocktails? He can smoke ‘em all.

Harvested from a fourth-generation family olive farm in Ojai, California, Flamingo Estate’s lovely olive oil is versatile enough to be used for everything from dipping to cooking, and can be personalized with a handwritten note right on the label.

Whether he’s got a proper man-cave, garage, or closet-turned-office, an insanely cool smart mini fridge will be the new apple of his eye. Using the same tech that powers Sub-Zero fridges, this little guy will chill whatever his bev of choice is with its customizable, modular shelving system. Plus, it comes with 96 cans of La Croix which pretty much justifies the cost.

It’s been dunked on plenty since it came out, but we know there’s a midcentury-loving, woodshop-working guy who would earnestly be stoked to get the new walnut bowl-equipped KitchenAid for his next baking bonanza.

The king of the BBQ will have a bounty of protein at his disposal with this thoughtfully selected butcher’s box that will supply him with prime, seasonal cuts solely from farms that pasture-raise their animals exclusively.

A gift to share is really a gift for you, too. Not only do Ezcaray’s wool and mohair throws look like artful tapestries on the couch, but they’re also incredibly warm so you can cozy up and sprawl out.

For the self-identified Watch Guy, this beloved Seiko model pairs a classic stainless steel body with a blue dial that’s almost as handsome as he is.

We didn’t know it was possible to make a perfect boot, but by god, Jacques Solovière has done it. Crafted from calf leather in a truly evergeen silhoettte, he’ll be rocking these today and years from now in the photos with the grandkids, too.

Congrats to the recent alum of [checks notes] Fear of God State, who will be graduating his style chops with distinction, if Jerry Lorenzo has anything to do with it.

The man with Western leanings needs some hirsute leather to go with the look. Help him pony up with these exceptionally handsome loafers embellished with mystical-cowboy hardware.

Maybe he’s got the Jordans and the Salomons, but does he have the sci-fi sneakers? These futuristic slip-ons from Oakley are the “advanced” option for the dedicated sneakerhead in your life.

Whether naked or monogrammed, a signet ring never misses. This one’s just skinny enough to please any jewelry minimalists, too.

Todd Snyder, the king of easy menswear, has done it again with this polo-rugby hybrid that comes luxed-up in a tweedlike wool and silk blend fabric. Whether he’s got on Armani slacks, or a pair of classic 501s, he won’t want to take this off.

Pratically perfect for this in-between weather, this shirt jacket in delicate sage is one way to introduce him to his sensitive side.

Time to overhaul his drawer of hole-y undershirts and tees? Abercrombie has had this category covered for years, and now they’ve lined up the ideal starter pack. One tee for every day of the week, in a relaxed fit and a soothingly muted color palette, and all for $100.

If he’s had his current wallet for as long as you two have been together, then maybe it’s time for an upgrade (to his wallet, not him).

This jacket has big-time dad energy, and we do mean that as a compliment, naturally.

Filson makes some of our favorite briefcases of all, and this one’s slightly smaller than most so it won’t take up too much space in a crowded subway car.

Percival has been making this modern spin on the trenchcoat for over 10 years, and it hasn’t gone out of style one bit. With its water-resistant upper and sleek silhouette, it’ll keep him dry from for the next decade to come.

Beloved for their kooky-cozy designs, this whipstitched cashmere-wool blend scarf is a very wearable entry point to the Marni-verse.

Add a little sprezzatura to his office rotation with Gucci’s signature bee motif in 100% silk.

If he’s not feeling like knotting up a full tie these days, grab him this jaunty lil’ bandana to throw on and elevate his existing looks.

Baseball caps may be synonymous with the sweaty summer months, but this update in legendary Harris Tweed fabrics will give a cozily fuzzy option to wear deep into the winter months.

It’s hard to launch a new pair of over-ear headphones in an already crowded space, but Sony really put their back into it with the best-in-class noise-cancelling technology on this one. Just don’t be too shocked if he has trouble hearing you over one of his playlists of bangers.

Whether he wants to launch a YouTube channel or just better document your travels, the Osmo Pocket 3 is the ultimate easy-to-use creator camera. It’s got a built-in gimbal for smoothly cinematic camera movements and can easily flip between a vertical and horizontal orientation when he wants the full panoramic effect.

For your hubby who’s added a new entry to his resume—DJ—do the right thing and make sure he’s got the right equipment to chop and screw like a professional. There are a ton of options and specs to consider, but we’ve saved you the Reddit deep dive and furnished this rec for you that’s a very solid beginner controller at a reasonable price.

This point-and-shoot film camera will please even the biggest Flickr-heads and fill his nostalgia meter. Released for the 50th anniversary of the “Beagle Scouts” in the Peanuts extended universe, it’s really stinkin’ cute. It also simplifies the act of shooting film with its fixed-focus lens so he can get to capturing memories without worrying about his ISO.

For fussy sleepers, this temperature-regulating “pod” cover might just save your marriage. It slips over your mattress, giving each person the ability to cool or warm either side of the bed to the perfect Goldilocks temp, plus tracks your sleep metrics (so you’ll know exactly how many hours you’re getting in the REM cycle).

If he has a body in 2024, he probably could benefit from this massage gun which can be used on post-workout sore muscles or aches and pains from his desk job.

It’s never too late to make those garage band dreams a reality.

The beloved Nintendo Switch now comes with a vivid 7″ OLED screen and enhanced audio for leveling up their next Mario Kart sesh.

Is he always complaining about how much time he’s wasting doomscrolling on his phone? The Brick is a stupidly-brilliant solution. Decide which apps are tools and which are distracations, then put them on lock. The key here is that the Brick is a physical object, so he can leave it across the room or even at home while on vacation so he’s not just tempted to bipass that screentime notification for the 16th time.

If he has trouble falling asleep, this high-tech sleep mask is a solution he’s never dreamed of. Building off of Manta Sleep’s already popular sleep mask design, this version adds built-in bluetooth speakers so he can tune into those soothing rain sounds without slipping bulky headphones on.

While he’s waiting for Denis Villeneuve to get the next Dune movie to the silver screen, he can immerse himself in the original source material—Frank Herbert’s genre-defining six book series. Plus, the complete box set will look epic on his shelf.

He doesn’t have to be a dedicated writer to enjoy the benefits of daily journaling. With this easy entry point, it just takes five minutes a day to inspire a sense of gratitude for all the stuff that’s going right in his life (i.e. you, as this gift helpfully reminds him).

Yuval Noah Harari, author of blockbuster convo-starter Sapiens is back with another wild thinker; this time investigating how information networks have shaped human life from the Stone Age to AI. If he loves learning from the past and debating the future, let him sink his teeth into this one.

“Anti-ball crushing” is a phrase no one should have to think about in relation to their husband, but we’re sure he’d come around to Lululemon’s wildly popular ABC line. Why not get him their latest in the collection, with a sharp, tapered leg and a super comfy fabric?

As it turns out, he doesn’t need to look like a goofball every Sunday in a huge polyester jersey! Grab one of these so he can rep his team, while you enjoy the handsomely oversized-yet-cropped fit and charming, vintage-inspired lettering.

Sometimes a gift just needs to make him smile, ya know? The kooky folks at New York design shop Coming Soon now carry this cheeky chrome ashtray designed in homage to the chairs of influential artist and designer, Pedro Friedeberg.

A little luxury that conjures up the scent of a well-stocked library with notes of leather, patchouli, and plum.

Now that he has the swanky headphones, he’ll need somewhere fancy to put them when they’re not on his head.

Chili crunch is a goated ingredient for spice lovers, and David Chang has flipped the script once again with this trio that adds black truffle and “extra spicy” variations to the mix.

If he calls movies “films” then this is a no-brainer.

Here’s an easy-to-learn and endlessly replayable team party game for your next hangout with friends. You and him are, of course, on the same wavelength and will definitely dominate.

There’s no problem that a good cup of tea can’t help solve (probably). If you can’t book a trip to Paris to load up on exquisite blends from O.G. tea house Mariage Frères, have one of their finest loose leafs shipped straight from a department store near you.

Whiskey-savoring enthusiasts will appreciate this newcomer snatching up awards with its “Irish with an American accent” approach to melding the best distilling techniques from both sides of the pond. For a pour that’s bold, complex, and tasty, Natterjack is the oddly-shaped gift that needs to be under the tree this year.

If pasta and red sauce is his comfort food (read: the only thing he knows how to cook), it’s time to get him majorly sauced with this four-pack of mouthwatering flavor combos made from all-natural ingredients. Highlights include a hot honey marinara sauce to take some gnocchi over the top or a summer lemon marinara that’s begging to be thrown over some seafood.