What Gifts Make Men Feel Special?

As we all know, it can be fairly tricky to shop for that special man in your life, especially if he already has plenty of socks, boxers and deodorant!

So, if you’re looking for something a bit more exciting, why not look into what gifts make men feel special? Let’s find out more…

Gifts That Make Men Feel Special

We all love receiving gifts, right? However, it can be hard finding something exciting and different for the man in your life. Read on for inspiration!

• Adult lego. Let’s face it, we’re all children at heart aren’t we? An adult lego set is not only thoughtful, but it will get his creative juices going.
• Experience days. Taking your man out to jump out of a plane, or learn to drive a motocross car will create amazing memories.
• Something sentimental. It is a myth that men don’t have feelings! Try writing a poem, drawing a picture, or penning a letter telling him all the things you love about him.
• Computer games. It sounds cliche, but do you know one single man who doesn’t like gaming? Get him that new game he’s been yearning for, and give him the afternoon off to play it without interruptions!
• A hamper. Everyone loves food, right? This one is fairly easy, too – simply get a bundle of all his favourite foods and drinks and pop them in a good picnic hamper.
• Personalised gifts. Whether it is a phone case, a tie, airpods, a wallet – something that shows you have really thought about him is a great gift.
• Digital photo frame. Pictures of loved ones always raises a smile, especially if he lives or works far away.
• Board games. There is such an array of fun games out there these days, why not treat the man in your life at the same time as getting some quality family together time?
• Aftershave. Men like to smell nice as much as women, so splash out on a bottle of his favourite cologne.

What Do Guys Like Receiving As Gifts?

The answer to this question is the same as the answer to “what do women like receiving as gifts?” and it is that it is entirely dependent on the individual.

If the man in your life is an adventure seeking, active, outdoor person, chances are he won’t be ecstatic about a jigsaw puzzle or a scrapbook.

If your man likes to build model railways, it may not be the best thing to buy him a skydiving experience.

In general, everyone loves a gift that shows them that the giver has really thought about what they like.

If you don’t know, take a little time to work out what he’s into; what his hobbies are, and what he likes to do.

Giving him a thoughtful gift based on what you know about him will definitely make him happy – after all, it is the thought that counts, right?

What Should I Gift My Boyfriend To Make Him Feel Special?

Whether it is for a special occasion, if he’s struggling with his mental health, or you just want to remind him you love him, it’s always great to give gifts.

If you want your man to feel special, make sure that you have really considered what he likes and dislikes.

Present it to him on a “just because” day – not a birthday or special occasion, just a day where you sense he could do with some cheering up. This is bound to make anyone feel special!

What Is The 5 Gift Rule For Boyfriends?

Have you heard of the “5 gift rule?” This actually applies to giving gifts to everyone, so this is a useful tip for all gift giving!

• Something they want. OK, this is a pretty good rule to follow when giving a gift – you should make sure that they actually want what you are giving them!
• Something they need. This could be shaving equipment; a new bike pump; a wallet to replace that old ratty one – spot a need in their life and fill it with a useful gift.
• Something they wear. Clothes are always a great present, and as so many of us just carry on wearing old, holey things because we don’t have time to replace them, the traditional gift of socks is actually not a bad idea!
• Something they read. Books, whether used for learning or simply escapism, are always a fantastic present. Choose an author they love, or go for something different that may become a favourite in the future.
• Something unexpected. This is your wildcard. Get them something they would never have dreamed you would have got – it can be funny, or serious, or something you know they have wanted for a long time.

For birthdays or Christmases, this is a great rule of thumb to follow when looking for great gifts for that lovely man in your life.

Here’s a little video explaining the reasons behind the “5 gift rule:”

What Not To Give To Your Partner?

We all know that shopping for men can be tricky – but don’t get desperate and just buy the first thing that you see!

Avoid giving anything that the person does not like – even if you like it, it is a gift for them, and you should make sure that they will actually like it.

Don’t give them anything that covertly criticises them. If you know your man is struggling with his weight, a Slimming World cookbook will not go down well.

In some cultures, giving knives and scissors can be bad luck, as it symbolises the severing of the relationship. If you give him a fancy knife, ask for a penny in repayment.

Try to not go for impersonal gifts that show that you haven’t put much thought in, or that you don’t know the person and what they like.

Finally, never ever gift a pet. With the best will in the world, animals are not commodities and should never be given as presents.

Just for fun, this article will tell you why, in some cultures, certain things are not considered suitable gifts.

Final Words

Once you have a few more ideas up your sleeve, you can move away from unimaginative gifts, and give the man in your life something that really makes his eyes light up.

Hopefully we have given you some inspiration, so that your gifts will be remembered as the very best, whatever the occasion!