Over the years I’ve become somewhat of a Vogue Shopping gift guide connoisseur, and none of the edits I’ve worked on have given me quite as much satisfaction as compiling the best gifts for men. Purely because I know I’m not alone when I say even the closest men in my life are consistently the hardest to buy for. Removing, of course, my two-year-old nephew from the equation, who will be perfectly happy with yet another digger or plush hoodie with nondescript animal ears for a few more years (I hope).

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Unlike the extensive list of gifts suitable for the ladies in my life, landing on the perfect present for a man can be quite the challenge. These days, I’ll often opt for an activity or an element of a holiday to avoid a gifting miss. But, if you’re a keen gift giver like me, you’ll no doubt find yourself wanting to accompany this with a collection of smaller gestures. And for these, I can give you a helping hand.

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Practical gifts are generally an instant win when it comes to male loved ones. Think: a top-of-the-range electric toothbrush, a multi-tasking phone case, a top-up of their favourite cleanser, or some failsafe knitwear. If you’re looking to push the boat out with your gesture this time around, a sleek new coffee machine or an LED mask specially designed with male skin in mind will be sure to impress. And lest we forget, you can always rely on the customary pair of socks they’ll come to love through years of wear. Because after  all, you can rarely go wrong with gifting something a recipient can put to good use.

Scroll on to see, and shop, the best and most practical gifts for men that team is backing for 2026.

For someone who ends up living out their suitcase multiple times a season, a sleek and efficient suitcase is a must. If your loved one has the travel bug, or is often off on a work trip you’re looking to push the boat out this Christmas, Rimowa’s essential cabin bag is sure to impress. Bonus points for being cabin bag airline approved just in time for new hand-luggage rules to take effect in 2027. They’ll thank you later!

If you, like me, and your boyfriend are in a constant battle about whose Airpods are whose, this ones for you. I’ve been seeing men clad with Nothing’s headphones everywhere in London, and can confirm they are worthy of the fuss. Not only do these headphones look cool, with signature transparent design features, their latest drop has the most impressive sound engineering and noise cancellation yet (a must for city dwellers). Described by Nothing as “Ludicrously over-engineered” these headphones will put you in their good books for months.

The personalised photo book was a gift once reserved for sharing memories with the older family members in your life. These days, Papier’s design-led styles are just as suited to sitting on your younger family members or friends mantelpieces. This holiday-coded customisable photo book is perfect for a particularly memorable trip they loved, or a why not dedicate yours to a whole summer of memories that are sure to make them smile?

If the men in your life like to take styling cues from Harry Styles, or similarly stylish celebs, a slimline sneaker with subtle colour-pops is a great gift idea. Onitsuka Tigers cream style with colour-pop detailing are a safe, yet playful addition to your loved ones rotation. After all, who doesn’t want a wardrobe top-up on the house?

If inspiration is lacking on your side why not encourage some on their side instead and give the gift of 365 days of access to MasterClass. Perfect for the father-in-law you’re hoping to impress, a teenage brother whose in the market for some up-skilling this year or any man who does have everything. Added bonus: this is a great last minute gift, that can be emailed to the recipients inbox on your cue.