78 Best Birthday Gifts for Husbands and Partners (Even the Pickiest Ones!)
Ideas so good, he'll think you read his mind.
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Let's be real—you're here because your husband or partner's birthday is coming up and you need the most perfect, fantastic, never-been-done-before-in-the-history-of-your-relationship gift but are coming up very, very blank. Crazy how it happens every year, huh? But we, the Cosmo team of seasoned shopping experts who LIVE for this kinda stuff, are here to put a stop to your pity party (*shoves this curated list of birthday gifts for husbands towards you*).
Don’t worry—these gifts won’t get tossed into the back of your shared closet only to be discovered during a house-cleanout-turned-blowout-fight about presents (too specific?) years from now. We made sure to include classic gifts for the “I don’t need much” guy along with unique items that someone with finer tastes will be delighted by. And because one of the perks of being married is sharing basically everything, you might find a few gifts here that the both of you can enjoy. (What? Isn’t that in the unwritten part of your vows?).
So don't be shy! Go ahead and level up that gift-giving game with these birthday gifts for husbands and partners below.
This coffee table book is filled with New York Times front pages from the day your partner was born. It's sentimental and looks cool sitting out in your living room.
No more clunky, loud keys! They'll love this slim, streamlined design that fits up to seven keys and closes like a pocket knife.
Help him ditch the old bifold wallet and swap it for a more minimalist, pocket-friendly option that offers RFID protection. Believe it or not, this bestselling money clip can actually hold up to 12 cards without getting stretched out!
If they’re one of the few people in the Year of Our Lord 2024 who still don’t own AirPods, snag them a pair. They’ll never go back to regular ol’ wired earbuds after experiencing the crisp audio and noise-canceling features.
Treat him to the Only Water Bottle That Matters in 2024, the Owala FreeSip (it's a sip straw and a pour lid in one—magic!).
This gadget is about to transform how he flies. It plugs right into the seatback TV screen and allows him to watch movies using his nice Bluetooth headphones instead of those crappy free earbuds.
Make sure they're never stranded without an extra charge again (the horror!). This portable charger loops right onto any key ring for a power boost on the go.
Welcome to the Year 3000, where you can write in this smart notebook (made of real paper) with a smart pen (with real ink) and everything you scribble is digitized straight onto your phone in real time.
Are you two DINKs who love to dink it out on the pickleball court? Thought so. This set of paddles comes highly-rated on Amazon.
It's not the most glamorous option, sure, but this Manscaped razor has over 82,000 five-star reviews—and if that doesn't do it, I don't know what will.
Idea: Buy them the sneakers that every hot person is wearing right now! On Clouds are decked out in the brand's signature CloudTec soles that provide next-level cushioning for runners.
Taking care of a beard is an art form (I mean, it can literally transform the shape of someone’s face) so help ‘em out with this shaping set. It can also be used to trim hair, FYI!
This lightweight duffle bag is the perfect size for going to the gym or taking a weekend trip. Bonus points for having a separate compartment for shoes.
If warm beverages make or break his mornings, this smart mug will be his new BFF. He can set it to his ideal drinking temp, so he won’t complain that his coffee is too hot or too cold. Problem solved!
If overcooked food is the source of many disappointing dinner conversations between you two, a sous vide will be worth every penny. This precision cooker is controlled by an app and comes in a convenient size for those of us with minimal kitchen storage space.
Can running be enjoyed without a fancy, celeb-loved pair of Hokas with all sorts of technology built into the sole? Technically, yes, but they’ll loooove the feeling of these lightweight sneakers and you’ll loooove giving a gift that gets used all the dang time.
Yes, gifting an oral hygiene-related gift may feel like you're entering your Old Married Couple Era, but what's sexier than fresh breath?!
This cotton hoodie is next level, folks. Your partner will love cuddling up in it when the weather gets chilly.
If they're always losing things, get 'em this protective leather AirPod case that comes with a convenient little clip to attach to their keys.
If his shoe game needs a *slight* pick-me-up, these sneakers are comfortable and stylish for everyday wear. His outfits just got (a lot) better, promise.
Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.
Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.
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