The Valentine's Day gift guide to inspire the perfect gift for him
If you’re anything like us, gifting could very well be your love language. If not, it can be quite a daunting task picking the perfect gift for your partner. Ranging from shared activities and experiences to cool gadgets or stylish accessories, we’ve compiled a list of gift ideas for men to help and inspire you just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Gift him with a cooking class
If the secret to a man’s heart is through his stomach, perhaps the key to unlocking a new passion starts in the kitchen. Why not consider giving him the gift of learning a new culinary skill or cooking class? While the classes available will depend on where you live, you should have no trouble tracking down the perfect class to suit his tastes. From Moroccan or Brazilian, to Mediterranean themed nights, Urban Cookery is one of our favourites. Find out more here. Classes range from R500 – R650.
Gift him with a grooming kit
We love a man who takes care of himself and takes pride in his appearance. If this sounds like your guy, perhaps it’s time to elevate his grooming experience with a high-quality grooming set. Manscaped has a range of all-inclusive packages – trimmers, soothing balms, deodorants, boxer briefs, toiletry bags and more. These are available online and they’re running some crazy specials at the moment.
Gift him with a Bluetooth speaker
Whether he likes to listen to his favourite podcasts as part of his morning routine or he’s always got a song on rotation in his mind, a portable Bluetooth speaker is a modern-day essential. These days, portable Bluetooth speakers come in all shapes and sizes, so it’s really up to preference and price tags. The Marshall Emberton portable Bluetooth speaker is a favourite of ours – compact without compromising audio quality. It’s quite a sexy gadget too, might we add. Shop for it online where they’re currently offering a 20% discount.
Gift him with a moonbag
Pants pockets bulging with smartphones, wallets and car keys don’t have to be an issue anymore. Moonbags are the perfect solution for the man who’s always on the go. We’re currently in love with local artisans, Freedom Of Movement and their stylish bags on offer. Shop their range here starting from R695. It’s worth noting that they create the most beautiful leather backpacks, phone pouches and wallets too.
Gift him with a book voucher
If your man is a bibliophile and consumes literature like the air that he breathes, a book voucher could be the perfect gift for him. Book vouchers are great because you can stipulate your budget and give them the opportunity to choose. Earlier this week we compiled a list of recommended reads for relationships available here for inspiration. Vouchers available here from R50.
Gift him with a custom artwork
We are suckers for a sentimental gift and think that commissioning an artwork is the perfect opportunity to tap into just that. You could commission a portrait or a painting of a meaningful location to decorate his space with, while simultaneously making him think of you every time he sees it. There are many artists online who are available for commissions, so it really depends on your preferred style. We recommend Visual Day, who you can check out here. Commissions range from R350 to R850, depending on size.
Gift him with a tech gadget
Whether it’s a smartwatch to track your workouts or noise-cancelling headphones for the frequent traveller, tech gadgets offer a range of products that enhance our lives. Huawei makes the most stylish smart watches (shop here for watches from R6300). The Marshall Minor III True (find it here from R1900) wireless earphones offer a powerfully immersive and equally portable listening experience.
Gift him with a: Adventure experience
From skydiving and super car driving, to helicopter tours, abseiling and rock climbing, an adventure experience is the perfect opportunity to create unforgettable memories together. Available options will depend on where you’re located. We’d recommend checking out Experience Days online – they act as an online directory for adventure experiences all over South Africa and their list of to-dos is seemingly endless.
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