Skip the box of chocolates in favor of Valentine's Day gifts that really speak to his personal taste—or stomach, in the case of an at-home sous vide cooker. But if your dude is a kitchen nightmare, there are so many personal items to choose from: Spoil the audiophile with a David Bowie memento, give the jet-setter the most stylish carry-on, or surprise your sneaker head with a pair of the hottest Nikes. And when in doubt? A set of ceramic poker chips is foolproof (especially if you're game for a little strip poker as an additional gift).
An Aussie's go-to brand for indestructible (yet fashionable) boots.
Blundstone Boots, $180; zappos.com
I personally vouch for this as the best razor on the market, and he will agree.
Harry’s Truman Set, $15; harrys.com
Serious audiophiles will back this professional-grade headphone.
Sennheiser HD 598 Open-Back Headphone, $140; amazon.com
There's an inner brand-lover in us all.
Gucci Logo-Print Bi-Fold Leather Waller, $550; mrporter.com
Keep your memories in hard copy.
Polaroid Snap Touch Instant Print Digital Camera, $180; amazon.com
A personal humidifier is an office game-changer.
Homedics Portable USB Humidifier, $18; amazon.com
Get to know each other better with this famous quiz.
The Proust Questionnaire, $50; assouline.com
Make sure he travels in style.
Rimowa Topas 22 Inch Cabin Multiwheel Aluminum Carry-On, $995; Nordstrom.com
An everyday shirt with a rainbow addition.
The North Face Rainbow Box Logo Long Sleeve Tee, $38; urbanoutfitters.com
Let him throw it back with this classic headgear.
Reebok Classics Vector Bucket Hat, $28; reebok.com
Shoe maintenance = not having to buy him actual shoes.
Red Wing Leather Shoe Care Set, $40; Nordstrom.com
A surfer's paradise, captured and ready for his wall.
Coastline by Marc Gabor, $310 (framed); tappancollective.com
Like the french press he already owns, but so much better.
Yield Design French Press, $85; needsupply.com
When in doubt, a luxe beanie always works.
Vince Distressed Wool and Cashmere Beanie, $125; vince.com
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