35 Christmas Gift Ideas Perfect for the Men in Your Life

Christmas shopping for the men in your life doesn’t have to be hard! Here are 35 ideas for the traveler, homebody, life of the party, and the dad.


Finding the perfect Christmas gifts for men can feel like a challenge. After all, what do you get the guy who has everything? But it doesn’t have to be hard! The key to great Christmas gift ideas for the guys in your life is to think of something that is both practical and unique—something that is a true reflection of his personality, hobby, and style, but is also something that he’ll actually use.

In this article, the gifting experts at Minted have broken down ideas that fit just that bill. So, whether you’re shopping for a guy who always has a trip booked, loves to stay at home, is the life of the party, or is the ultimate dad, we’ve got plenty of Christmas gift ideas for all of the men in your life.


Gift Ideas for The Traveler

1. Travel Organizer

If you’re shopping for a man who is an expert at finding the best restaurants wherever he goes, but could use a little help keeping his suitcase organized, a travel organizer is a great Christmas gift idea. (As are packing cubes!)


2. Dopp Kit

Similarly, we’re willing to bet that the guy on the go in your life could stand to have his tired dopp kit replaced. This Christmas, gift him one in a pattern that is easy to spot in even the messiest weekend bags and that features a personalized touch like his name or initials.


3. Map Art Print

Are you shopping for someone who has a city they just can’t get enough of? Gift them a custom map print of their favorite neighborhood to serve as a reminder of their travels even when they’re at home.


4. Stylish Weekender Bag

A weekender bag in a unique print is the perfect Christmas gift idea for the man who is always planning his next mini-escape.


5. Travel Games

Whether he loves to camp or is more of a city slicker, having a travel game to whip out to pass the time on long layovers or quieter nights is always a good idea. So this Christmas, upgrade his go-to deck of cards by giving him a travel-friendly backgammon set.


6. Destination-Inspired Art

A piece of art inspired by his travels is a great unique gift idea for men. Minted’s selection of art prints from artists around the world is sure to have something that evokes a destination that is meaningful to the man you’re shopping for — we recommend using our subject filters to make finding the perfect print easy.


Gift Ideas for The Homebody

7. Upgraded Grooming Station

Help transform his bathroom into a space he actually enjoys spending time in by giving him a design-forward toothbrush holder, a chic marble tray to organize his everyday products on, or a cool vase he can use as decor.


8. Cool Serving Board

A serving board that levels up his snacking game is a great Christmas gift idea for men. Earn bonus points by getting one personalized with his name or initials or that matches his aesthetic.


9. Stylish Coasters

While coasters swiped from the bar are a fun keepsake, use this Christmas to give him a proper set of coasters with a stylish twist. (His guests—and his coffee table—will thank you!)


10. Sophisticated Clock

If you’re shopping for a guy who’s into timepieces, a mantle clock is the perfect unique gift idea. We love this one’s mid-century mod look and dark navy color.


11. Criterion Channel Subscription

Looking for a gift idea for the cinephile in your life? A subscription to a streaming service like the Criterion Channel will give him access to all of the art house and indie films he loves.


12. Snuggly Throw Blanket

Pair that streaming subscription with a soft and stylish blanket to make home movie nights even more special.


13. House Portrait

For a meaningful and unique Christmas gift idea, help the homebody in your life memorialize his favorite place with a custom house portrait. Minted makes it super easy to work with an artist to create one — simply find your preferred style, upload a picture of his home, and work with your artist to ensure fine details are just right.


14. Key Dish

This Christmas, give his entry table an upgrade by gifting him a unique tray to corral his keys, spare change, and sunglasses.


15. Slick Desk Accessories

Whether he works from home or goes into an office every day, Christmas is a nice time to make his workspace feel more like a reflection of his personal style. Give him a minimalist pencil tray, a cool desk calendar, or funky bookends to keep his reference materials organized.


16. Cooking Class

Help the home chef in your life upgrade his kitchen skills by giving him a cooking class this Christmas. Look for classes taught by experts in his favorite cuisine, whether that be a BBQ pitmaster, a pasta-making pro, or a sushi chef.


17. Hand-forged Knife

Round out his knife collection by giving him a hand-forged cheese knife that is sure to impress his friends.


Gift Ideas for The Life of the Party

18. Artisanal Shot Glasses

If you’re shopping for the tequila connoisseur, a set of unique shot glasses—like a set carved from marble or hand-blown glass—is a Christmas gift idea that he’s sure to love.


19. Upgraded bar tools

Similarly, use this Christmas as an opportunity to upgrade his home bar or round out anything missing in his collection. Look for high-quality bar tools, a unique wine bottle coaster, or even a set designed specifically for his drink of choice.


20. Games that Double as Decor

Whether it is a terracotta chess set, a marble mancala board, or playing cards that look like mini pieces of art, a special edition of his favorite game is always a good Christmas gift idea.


21. Mixology Class

Help the host in your life level up his bartending skills beyond pouring beers or jack and cokes by giving him a mixology class at your local cocktail bar. He’s sure to have a great time—and come away with a few tricks up his sleeve that he can pull out at his next party.


22. Chic Ashtray

If you’re shopping for a man who loves to indulge in a cigar while celebrating, give him a chic ashtray that doubles as a decorative object to help the moment feel even more sophisticated.


23. Drink Subscription

Whether he considers himself a wine expert, loves craft beer, or is more into spirits, a subscription that allows him to try new and limited editions of his favorite alcohol to sip on is a gift he’s sure to appreciate.


24. Custom Cocktail Napkins

Cocktail napkins customized with his furry best friend, favorite drink, or even his initials spelled out in nautical flags is a great—and super unique—Christmas gift idea for the man who loves to host.


Gift Ideas for the Dad

25. Personalized Puzzle

A puzzle that features his favorite family photo is a perfect gift for the dad in your life—and one that the whole family can have fun assembling together!


26. Sentimental Calendar

Help the busy dad keep on top of everyone’s schedules by giving him a calendar full of pictures of his favorite people, places, and things.


27. One-of-a-Kind Mug

Give the tired dad’s caffeine routine an upgrade by swapping out his usual mug with a one-of-a-kind ceramic mug made by an artisan.


28. Dad’s Day Out

Whether he’s been dreaming of an unhurried 18 holes of golf, a family beach day, or an afternoon spent brewery hopping, giving the dad in your life a day to spend however he wants is a super thoughtful gift idea.


29. Family Portrait

A custom family portrait is a beautiful Christmas gift idea for the family man who has it all. Minted makes it easy to find an artist who can turn one of his favorite family photos into a beautiful portrait that is sure to become one of his favorite things.


30. DIY Kit

If you’re shopping for a man who loves to tinker and use his hands, a DIY kit—like one of these three model kits—is a great gift idea. Even better? These are all the perfect level for dad to do alongside the kids.


Personalized Gifts for Him

31. Custom Stationery

For the man who still loves an old-school letter or handwritten note, a set of custom stationery is the perfect Christmas gift idea. When picking out a set, be sure to look for a style that is reflective of his personality and tastes!


32. Photo Art Prints

If you have access to high-resolution versions of some of his favorite photos, you really can’t go wrong with ordering a high-quality framed photo art print for him to display at home.


33. Pet Portrait

Shopping for a guy who loves his four-legged friends as much as his two-legged friends? A custom pet portrait is the perfect gift idea. Minted makes it easy to find an artist who can turn his favorite photo into a piece of art of his furry friend that he’ll love for years to come.


34. Custom Ornament

An ornament featuring a hand-painted or personalized design is the perfect Christmas gift idea for the man who loves the spirit of the holidays and creating traditions that he can pass down to his family for generations to come.


35. Personal Art

The best art is always personal, but this holiday season, giving the man in your life a customized piece of art is a gift he’s sure to treasure. Minted can connect you with an artist who can create something he’ll truly love, from a portrait of his alma mater to the landscape painting of his favorite place in the world, and everything in between.


Christmas Gifting Made Easy

When it comes to Christmas shopping for the men in your life, simpler is often better. But as all of the gift ideas on this list have proved, you don’t have to stick to boring gifts like socks or electronics! If you keep his personality, favorite things to do, and tastes in mind, you’re sure to find a gift that is every bit as useful as it is special.