No matter how long you’ve been together, buying a Valentine’s Day present for someone you love can be hard. You might be tempted to buy them something they have been hinting at for months, or you might want to get them something you know they desperately need. We went through the Strategist archives, looking at expert-recommended products and stylish people-approved essentials, then we snooped in the shopping baskets of celebrities and Strategist staff alike. Finally, we scoured retailers to find dozens more options. Whatever you might be looking for — gifts for bookworm boyfriends, coffee-snob boyfriends, or boyfriends who can doodle — we’ve got you covered. And while most of these options are available on Amazon, we’ve found some elsewhere too, for those who like to shop around. Read on for the best gifts for all types of boyfriends, including something for the boyfriend who says he doesn’t want anything (but secretly does). Lastly, Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and the final shipping date for most retailers is February 10. We’ve added a note on the last shipping date for each product and noted if it’s available on Amazon Prime.
For the boyfriend who can work anywhere (including bed)
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We like this handsome, not to mention inexpensive, bamboo laptop stand, which has room for a mouse (and perhaps a mug of coffee, too).
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who wishes to work by the beach
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Should he wish to take “remote working” as literally as possible, these packing cubes will come on handy for his return to jet-setting.
Last date to purchase: 11 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who insists on blooming his Kenyan single-origin grounds
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A gooseneck kettle will allow for better control of his pour. This Stagg model is considered one of the best models out there.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend whose love language is ‘playlists’
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Because roasting a chicken requires just the right tunes to go with it.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend whose love language is ‘ravioli’
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He could pick up some new techniques (or just admire the photography).
Last date to purchase: 14 February (Kindle edition).
For the boyfriend who stays up late to read
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This book light sits on the neck, and is bright enough so he can keep page-turning without keeping you awake.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who gets up early to read
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Give him a series to get stuck into. The first book in the Wormwood trilogy and the winner of an Arthur C. Clarke Award, this story takes place in a futuristic rural Nigeria (2066, to be precise) during the aftermath of an alien invasion.
Last date to purchase: 14 February (Kindle edition).
For the boyfriend who gives you beard rash
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Strategist UK staff writer Chris Mandle recommends this inexpensive trimmer for anyone whose facial hair has gotten out of hand.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who is getting ready for Glastonbury 2022
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This DJ-approved turntable would be a nice gift. [Editor’s note: This product is low in stock].
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
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He’ll also need some records to play on it. How about this hip-hop classic by A Tribe Called Quest?
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
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If he is just building his collection, give him one of the greats.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who takes out the bins
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He won’t mind being caught by the neighbours in a pair of these.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who is a Sunday snuggler
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If you’re going to spend a whole day under a blanket, make sure it’s the comfiest one you can find.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who shares his OOTD
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This book by the icon of eclectic fashion is part memoir, part moodboard (thanks to the glossy photo inserts featuring LL Cool J and Salt-N-Pepa).
Last date to purchase: 9 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who hates whisky
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Come for the notes of cherry blossom and cinnamon, stay for the decanter-esque bottle you can reuse.
Last date to purchase: 9 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who only drinks scotch
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Tease him out his comfort zone with a Japanese single malt. Experts told us this scotch-inspired blend has many layers of flavour including creamy sweetness, spice, and “a gentle coastal smoke.”
Last date to purchase: 9 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who doesn’t drink like he used to
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When we asked nine experts about the best nonalcoholic drinks, this spicy, aromatic option by Seedlip came highly recommended.
Last date to purchase: 9 February (Prime).
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We like LSA’s tumbler glasses, which are the ideal size for a bourbon (or perhaps even a Mexican soda).
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who needs a spa day
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This extra-large bath pillow, according to contributor Chelsey Pippin, is a “life changer.” It’s made from a memory-foam-like substance and supports both the neck and shoulders.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
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You could also add in these aesthetically pleasing exfoliating mitts, which will make sitting in a tub full of Radox feel like luxuriating at Soho Farmhouse.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who is a top-tier doodler
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If his notebooks look like mini works of art, maybe he’d like a new medium. These watercolours came recommended by Strategist contributor (and artist) Natalya Lobanova.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who loves pasta (but still can’t get a table at Bottega Caruso)
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This is an inexpensive way to learn the ropes.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who is handy(ish)
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All boyfriends secretly love the inherent prying and jimmying that comes with a knife.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who stans Monty Don
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These are a more affordable version of Monty’s very own secateurs and are considered the “industry standard” by gardeners.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who is obsessed with Vivino
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A book to help him make the most of Beaujolais Nouveau Day 2022. Last date to purchase: 10 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who hates clothes shopping
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This cashmere scarf is the kind of thing that will suit any person at any age.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who follows Anthony Joshua on Instagram
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Rocky theme tune 100 percent optional.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who keeps losing his AirPods
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Powerbeats are a great alternative to AirPod Pros — in terms of sound, battery life, and comfort — and they’ll stay in place too.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who lurks on r/pens
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If he finds biros just a little too basic, then a Caran d’Ache (in a satisfying magnetic case) would make a perfect gift.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who is into ceramics
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This plant pot (made from recycled plastic) looks as though it’s made of a glazed ceramic — for a fraction of the price.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who can’t even keep a cactus alive
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We won’t tell if you don’t.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
For the boyfriend who loses his keys a lot
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For the boyfriend who is proud to call himself a sneakerhead
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What you’re really giving him is the confidence to wear his New Balance 900s out the house.
Last date to purchase: 12 February (Prime).
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