Valentine's gifts for men 2022: The 31 best ideas for the man in your life from romantic to personalised gifts

LOOKING for the perfect Valentine's gift for the man in your life, we're here to help.

With Valentine's fast approaching, make sure you get your gift sorted before it's too late, but if you don't know where to start here are a number of ideas that will help you show your leading man you really care.

The perfect gift for the guy in your life Credit: Getty Images

Last year, Valentine's Day took place over lockdown so whether you want to go big or keep things chilled this year, we've got everything you need to help it go off with a bang.

No matter what they're into, these gifts are sure to show them how much you love them.

So why not indulge and treat your special someone, after all it's Valentine's Day.

Looking for more gift inspiration? These are our top picks of the best Valentine's Day gifts for her, with everything from romantic, non-cheesy and alternative gifts for women.

Personalised Valentine's Gifts

You can't go wrong with a personalised gift to show you care, it's literally a gift all his own.

It's sure to stand out for the crowd, and he's bound to love the personalised touch – these are our favourites.

1. Wine Carafe With Personalised Oak Stopper

Calling all wine fans Credit: Not on the high street

Open up a bottle of your favourite wine with this Wine Carafe with Personalised Oak Stopper.

The gorgeous piece is a must have for any foodie or wine fan and a great gift for the guy who has everything.

• Wine Carafe With Personalised Oak Stopper, £49, Not on the High Street – buy here

2. Personalised Whisky Lover's Gift Set

A must for whisky lovers! Credit: Not on the high street

This great gift has everything a whiskey fan needs to make the perfect drink.

With two 50ml bottles filled with whiskey of your choosing, a glass tumbler, coaster and stone cubes – you can't go wrong.

Plus the wooden box is engraved with his name.

• Personalised Whisky Lover's Gift Set, £49.50, Not on the High Street – buy here

3. Personalised Tan Leather Wallet

We love this leather wallet Credit: Not on the High Street

You can never go wrong with a wallet and this tan leather design is a smart choice.

Minimalist in design and won't feel bulky in your pocket; we're loving it.

• Personalised Tan Leather Wallet, £30, Not on the High Street – buy here

4. Personalised Weekend Holdall With Initials Luggage Tag

This personalised Weekend Holdall is a great gift if you've got some post-pandemic holidays planned.

With a luxury leather design and a cute personalised name tag it's sure to be a hit.

• Personalised Weekend Holdall With Initials Luggage Tag, £69.95, Not on the High Street – buy here

Romantic Valentine's Gifts for men

Valentine's is all about the romance, and these gorgeous gifts are a must have to show him how much you love him this Valentine's Day.

If there was ever a time of year to get all romantic, this is it.

1. Tom Ford Ombre Leather Eau De Parfum

We love Tom Ford Credit: Selfridges

You can't go wrong with aftershave, and you can't go wrong with Tom Ford for an everyday scent, or to wear on a luxury date night.

A classic, luxurious scent; he'll be over the moon with this.

• Tom Ford Ombré Leather eau de parfum, £86, Selfridges – buy here

2. The Night Sky

We love these! Credit: The night sky

A custom star map of the night you both met, these The Night Sky prints will make his heart skip a beat.

Whether it was your first kiss, the birth of a child or a treasured moment; the possibilities are endless.

• The Night Sky Print, £35, The Night Sky – buy here

3. Men's Personalised Anniversary Woven Bracelet

And its under £30 Credit: Lisa Angel

This Lisa Angel woven leather bracelet is a great gift and can be personalised with dates, messages and more.

Made of tough braided leather, and with a silver plated magnetic clasp; it's a great addition to his everyday wardrobe.

• Men's Personalised Anniversary Woven Bracelet, £29, Lisa Angel – buy here

4. Masterclass Subscription

Learn from the most inspiring artists, leaders and icons in the world Credit: Masterclass

Has he been mentioning a new hobby he's want to get stuck into or simply wants to improve on some skills?

Knowledge is power, and a Masterclass subscription will teach straight from the horse's mouth, with classes from the likes of Madhur Jaffrey, Samuel L. Jackson, Metallica and more.

• Masterclass Subscription, from £14 a month, Masterclass – buy here

5. 100 Dates Scratch off Poster

Looking for a cute, romantic gift? Credit: Moonpig

Run of of date night ideas? This date night poster is full of ideas that you can do together.

Priced at just £12, its pack with ideas such as “Chill on the beach! Go to a wine-tasting class! Attend a fancy dress party!”.

• 100 Dates Scratch Off Poster, £12, Moonpig – buy here

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Foodie Valentine's Gifts for him

If music is the food of love, then play on.

These foodie gifts are perfect for sharing together and gifting to a foodie fella this Valentine's Day.

1. Valentine's Wine and Cheese Night In

This looks delicious Credit: HAMPERS.COM

Is there a better pairing for wine and cheese? And this delicious hamper from Hampers.com has some of our favourites.

With a delicious Bordeaux and the insanely tasty Snowdonia Black Bomber, Duck Rillettes and a twist on the popular cheese including decadent truffle – it's sure to be a hit.

• Valentine's wine & cheese night in, £59, Hampers.com – buy here

2. Ottolenghi Flavour and Cookbook Gift Set

The perfect gift for aspiring chefs and home cooks Credit: Sous CHEF

Any budding home coook will love this Ottolenghi Gift Set.

With his cook book Flavour and some must have ingredients, including Gochujang, Ancho Chillies, Dried Black Lime, and more it's great for a Valentine's date night.

• Ottolenghi Flavour Cookbook & Ingredients Set, £39.99 – buy here

3. Fortnum and Mason Butcher's Breakfast Box

Looks delicous! Credit: Fortnum and Mason

Can you picture a better Valentine's breakfast than this? This Fortnum and Mason Breakfast has all you need for the perfect romantic breakfast.

Filled with Cacklebean Eggs, F&M Salted Butter, Seeded Sourdough, Rare Breed Pork Sausages, Fortnum's 181 Sauce and Tomato Sauce plus Breakfast Blend Ta and Coffee.

• Fortnum and Mason Butcher's Breakfast Box, £55, Fortnum and Mason – buy here

4. Chase English Oak Smoked Vodka

To make the perfect martini…. Credit: Master of Malt

A real treat, as this is part of a “very limited run of just 2,000 bottles, Chase make this superb vodka with English potatoes”.

It's perfect for martini fans, so he can channel his inner James Bond.

• Chase English Oak Smoked Vodka, £39.90, Master of Malt – buy here

5. Wright Brothers Valentines Meal Deal

A must for seafood fans Credit: Wright Brothers

Wright Brother's has launched a Three Course Deal and is perfect for a spectacular meal at home.

Priced from £28, options include oysters, lobsters and much more fishy delights.

Want to go really big? You can't miss their Deluxe Seafood Platters priced around £95.

• Valentine’s Day Three Course Deal, from £28, Wright Brothers – buy here

6. Panzers Deli La Vie En Rose Hamper

What a treat! Credit: Panzers Deli

What's better than smoked salmon bagels on Valentine's Day morning?

Luxury London Del Panzers have made this incredible hamper available for delivery nationwide and includes “4 of our famous bagels (heart shaped for the occasion) with freshly sliced smoked salmon and New York style cream cheese. And a bottle of one of our favourite rosés: the blush-coloured Chateau Roubine.”

Yum, indeed. It's available from February 5.

• La Vie En Rose Hamper, £49.99, Panzers Deli – buy here

Cheap Valentine's Gifts for men

If you're on a budget then don't panic, these perfect gifts are sure to make him smile without breaking the bank.

1. Personalised 850g Cadbury Dairy Milk Heart Bar

You don't have to share! Credit: Menkind

One for the chocoholics.

This huge Dairy Milk Bar can be personalised with your beau's name and is perfect if he's got a sweet tooth.

• Personalised 850g Cadbury Dairy Milk Heart Bar, £15, Menkind – buy here

2. The North Face Beanie

This North Face beanie will keep him warm Credit: The North Face

The North Face is one of the coolest brands out there, and tis cheap yet cool beanie is a great choice.

With twelve colours to choose from it's sure to keep him warm this winter.

• The North Face Beanie, £25, The North Face – buy here

3. Herschel Supply Co Charlie card holder in black

Does he need a new card holder Credit: ASOS

This Hershel card holder is a steal at just £18.

If his old card holder or wallet is looking a bit unloved then this is a great gift that won't break the bank either.

• Herschel Supply Co Charlie card holder in black, £18, ASOS – buy here

4. GLOSSYBOX Limited Edition Grooming Kit

Looking for a great gift? Credit: Glossybox

The Glossybox Limited Edition Grooming Kit includes 11 hair, body and skincare products and is worth over £140 but is priced at just £20.

It's available from February 4 and includes Lacoste, Charles+Lee, Fudge and more.

• GLOSSYBOX Limited Edition Grooming Kit, £20, Glossybox – buy here

Valentine's Gifts for techies

You can never go wrong with a tech git, and these gifts are sure to delight him.

Pick from headphones, smartwatches, and more from these affordable tech gifts.

1. Sony Wireless Headphones

Sony's WF-C500 in-ear headphones are a great choice that aren't too expensive but are still brilliant quality.

With a secure design and superb soun they'll set you back £69.

• Sony WF-C500 True Wireless Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones with Mic/Remote, Green, £69, John Lewis – buy here

1. Polaroid Now Instant Camera in Red

You can't beat the original Polaroid for instant pictures.

The Polaroid now produces instant, high-quality images and is a must for your next holiday or weekend away together.

• Polaroid Now Instant Camera in Red, £119.99, ASOS – buy here

3. Apple Watch SE GPS

A great gift for fitness fans Credit: John Lewis

One of the most popular fitness watches out there, the Apple Watch SE GPS is perfect for tracking his workouts.

With everything you need to track workouts, sleep, GPS and more it's a smart solution for Apple users and a must for a sports fan.

• Apple Watch SE GPS, £249, John Lewis – buy here

Best beauty and fashion gifts for him

A new jumper, some eye-catching accessories, even a new pair of trainers. Sometime you can't beat fashion gifts, and if he's looking for some proper rest and relaxation after a busy start to the year these beauty gifts will help him pamper.

1. ASOS sterling silver signet ring with zodiac design

And on trend jewellery gift that won't date.

This zodiac signet ring is sterling silver with 14k gold plate and is under £40.

• ASOS DESIGN sterling silver signet ring with zodiac design in 14k gold plate, £32, ASOS – buy here

2. Four Four Tee

Four Four Tee takes iconic football moments and stitches them into crisp t-shirts.

Available for a range of Premier League, Championship and International Clubs, we've picked out 'The King', featuring Thierry Henry's iconic knee slide.

• “The King” – Thierry Henry, £24.99, Four Four Tee – buy here

3. Loch Grooming Gift Set

This is a real treat Credit: The White Company

A real treat, this White Company Men's grooming Gift Set in their gorgeous Loch scent; a “wonderful and distinctly masculine scent combines spicy black pepper, warming sandalwood and earthy vetivert with rich cashmere musk and a swill of amber whiskey.”

With a body wash, two-in-one shampoo and conditioner and an eau de toilette.

• Loch Grooming Gift Set, £50, The White Company – buy here

4. ASOS DESIGN stretch slim check shirt in stone and black

And it's under £20 Credit: ASOS

ASOS is a great place to check out for mens short and clothing.

This Check Shirt can be worn open with a shirt underneath or smartened up with a pair of black jeans.

• ASOS DESIGN stretch slim check shirt in stone and black, £20, ASOS – buy here

5. (AD) Paco Rabanne Phantom

You can't go wrong with Paco Rabanne Credit: the fragrance shop

Paco Rabanne has launched their latest scent for men, Phantom and it's sure to be a hit.

With bold notes of creamy lavender, fusing lemon and sexy woody vanilla – it's a must have this Valentine's Day.

• (AD) Paco Rabanne Phantom, £70, The Fragrance Shop – buy here

First Valentine's Gift Ideas

If it's your first Valentine's Day and you're feeling the pressure then don't!

These gifts are perfect for the first Valentine's you spend together as a couple.

1. Cote at Home Apres Ski Box

Bring the romance with a cosy night in.

If you're worried about cooking a Valentine's feast for the first time then Cote at Home has taken all the pressure and pain away with their Apres Ski Box.

Diners can enjoy an indulgent three-course, restaurant-quality menu featuring Alpine favourites including decadent cheese and chocolate fondues with all the trimmings. 

• Cote at Home Apres Ski Box, from £54.95, Cote at Home- buy here

2. Sock in a Box Subscription

Choose between three, six and twelve months subscription and he'll et a new pair of bamboo socks delivered every month.

Each socks have “striking, contemporary and distinctive” designs and are “certainly not boring nor embarrassingly garish”.

• Sock in a Box Subscription, from £22.50 – buy here

1. Cotswolds Single Malt Whiskey

The first whisky from Cotswolds Distellery Credit: Master of Malt

You can't go wrong with a bottle of booze, and this is the first single malt whisky from the Cotswolds Distillery – famous for thier gins.

• Cotswolds Single Malt Whisky, £39, Master of Malt – buy here

3. Date Night Gift Experience Voucher for Two

cELEBRATE WITH A DATE TOGETHER Credit: Buy A Gift

Not sure where to start for your first Valentines? Why not get him something to do together?

This Date Night Gift Experience Voucher will let him choose exactly what he wants too.

• Date Night Gift Experience Voucher for Two, £59, Buy A Gift – buy here

A bit of everything else…

Still not found the perfect gift? These gorgeous gifts are sure to be a hit with him this Valentine's Day.

1. Rumours by Fleetwood Mac Vinyl

Music fans will love this Credit: HMV

One of the best albums ever, if he's a music fan then you can't go wrong with a classic on Vinyl.

• Rumours by Fleetwood Mac Vinyl, £24.99, HMV – buy here

2. Supima Textured Crew Jumper

You can't go wrong with a nice jumper Credit: Superdry

This super-soft Supima cotton jumper is a great everyday piece and is a bargain at £27.99.

It's available in Egret Marl and Carbon Navy.

• Supima Textured Crew Jumper, £27.99, Superdry – buy here

3. Aaren Naturals Three-Hand Green Watch

We love this Skagen watch Credit: Skagen

This watch from Skagen is a smart choice that is perfect for a minimalist lok and will go with everything.

It's also on offer, so snap it up quick whilst there's £60 off.

• Aaren Naturals Three-Hand Green Watch, £59, Skagen – buy here

What is the perfect Valentine's gift for him?

The perfect present always depends on their interests.

Why not find something to do; an activity to do together, diner out, even a spa break?

What are the most popular Valentine’s Day gifts for men?

The most popular gifts for men tend to be booze, clothing – but the perfect gift will depend on what he's into.

How to make a Valentine's gift basket for him?

Think of his favourite things, include them all.

His favourite chocolate bar? A book on his favourite subject? His favourite alcoholic drink? A picture of the two of you, include them all.

What do men want for Valentine’s Day?

It'll all depend on what he's into! Valentine's Day is the perfect time of year to show your partner how much you care.

If he likes reading, you can't go wrong a book by his favourite author. If he's into cycling, a new jacket or top wouldn't go amiss. Or maybe gaming is more his thing – does he have the latest FIFA, Call of Duty or Madden game? You get the idea.

What should I get my boyfriend for Valentine’s Day?

Looking for the perfect gift? Think of his hobbies, or is there a new show he's into?

Something to keep him buys or to further his interests is perfect.

What can I get him for Valentine’s Day on a budget?

You can't go wrong with a selection of beers, a book on his favourite subject or even vinyl if he's into his music?

What can I do for him on Valentine’s Day?

A home cooked meal, and a bottle of wine is always a winner. Why not theme a meal around his favourite place to go on holiday?

What are the best deals on Valentine’s Day gifts for men?

There are always deals on Valentine's Day, check out department stores and leading retailers to see if there's a sale for you.

What should I write in a Valentine’s Day card?

You can keep it simple, or a long message saying what you mean to him! It's up to you!

Enjoyed our round-up of Valentine's gifts for him? If you're looking for a gift for the lady in your life, check out our guide here.

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