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42 Anniversary Gifts for Him That Are 100% Better Than Last Year’s Gift

It’s not just a massage gun, it’s a symbol of your undying love!!!

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Why is it that shopping for an anniversary gift feels so intimidating? After all, this gift is for someone you love and (arguably) know better than anyone else. And yet, the pressure is real. Like, what if you overdo it—or worse, don't do enough?! Whether it’s your first anniversary or you’re celebrating 15 years together, I can only assume you would get them the world if you could. Unfortunately, that’s not possible, but you can come pretty darn close with these anniversary gifts for boyfriends, husbands, and partners.

Since anniversaries are relationship milestones, buying a sentimental gift like a matching hoodies or a little coupon booklet is always a safe move. Alternatively, put your knowledge of your partner's niche interests and habits to good use and choose something shiny (a cool camera? AirPods? a neck massager?) that they'll be totally obsessed with. And hey, you know best, but our guide below is a great starting place for A+ ideas.

Promise you'll see them using their gift all the time (unlike the gadget I got my BF a month into dating that he never used, lol)—keep scrolling to shop the best anniversary gifts for boyfriends and beyond, below!

How cute!!! This lil booklet comes with 30 premade coupons for things like homemade dinner or winning an argument (lol) as well as 10 blank ones to fill out yourself. Maybe set a one-coupon-per-week rule, unless you want them to redeem breakfast in bed, a massage, watching their favorite movie, and taking an uninterrupted nap all on the same day.

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this cool scratch-off list

Enno Vatti 100 Movies Scratch Off Poster

100 Movies Scratch Off Poster
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Never have another “What do you want to watch?" "IDK, I don't care" "Omg, you can never make a decision” fight again. And as far as the movies go, it's a pretty balanced list that contains everything from Star Wars to Mary Poppins.

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I write about gifts every day, so it's a BFD when I say this is probably the most meaningful gift I've ever come across online. For just $100 (aka the price of dinner and drinks in this economy) singer/songwriter David Morgan will write a custom love song about your relationship. Cue the tears!

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Post Run Recovery Slides
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You might not know what these are, but he definitely does. The OOFOS slides are unmatched in comfort (imagine putting these cushy bad boys on after a long run) and also happen to be the perfect house shoes.

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Instead of buying him an Xbox (it's giving...parent), may I suggest this super sleek tech that turns his phone into a portable gaming moment?

If your boyfriend is burdened by all of his fancy Apple gadgets (what a hard life!), he'll love this magnetic stand that charges an iPhone, a pair of AirPods, and an Apple Watch at the same time.

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Airpods, schmairpods, right? Wrong—if your S.O. is still wearing tangled wired earbuds while working out, these Bluetooth babies are gonna change the game.

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this classy map

Map of the World Print

Map of the World Print
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This vintage-y world map print will look super sick hanging on his (probably decor-less) walls and bring a sophisticated, old-school vibe to his white box of an apartment.

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If he's never had the luxe razor experience, I can guaran-effing-tee that he's at least curious about trying it out. Plus, you'll save him time and ingrown hairs. So kind of you!

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these super meaningful sweatshirts

Physique Active Custom Embroidered Hoodie

Custom Embroidered Hoodie
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A gift that'll really pull at their heartstrings? These chic matching crewneck sweatshirts you can personalize with your anniversary date and initials.

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Chefman Electric Smokeless Indoor Grill
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If the dude loves grilling so much he would do it 365 days a year, get him this indoor grill so he can.

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this box of date ideas

A Year Of Dates Date Night Cards

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Date Night Cards
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Stuck on what to do for date night yet again? With this practical gift, you'll find 51 unique date ideas so you'll never run out of creative activities to try together.

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this decorative, meaningful record

EGD Acrylic Personalized Spotify Plaque

Acrylic Personalized Spotify Plaque
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If you have a *special* song—the one you danced to at your wedding, the one that was playing during your proposal—make this custom record with your faces in the center. There's a scan code to pull the song right up on your phone, too.

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this simple line drawing of you

Custom Line Drawing Poster

Custom Line Drawing Poster
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If you send in a favorite photo, this artist will make a simple line drawing that captures the two of you (plus kids or furbabies, if you have 'em) in a gorgeous drawing he can hang on the wall.

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Hand Casting Kit Couples Gifts with Practice Kit
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Sure to be a night full of giggles and silliness, this hand-casting kit gives you a 2-for-1 experience gift and a sweet memento. Spend your anniversary immortalizing your love in the form of this statue of your hands intertwined. And don’t stress, the process is surprisingly simple and takes less than 30 minutes to complete according to reviews. The memories, however? They’ll last a lifetime.

Girls love lingerie, but guys will appreciate a new set of boxers just as much. Trust.

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The Adventure Challenge "...In Bed" Challenge Book
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There's nothing boring about this little black book, which is filled with sexual challenges that will help spice things up between you and your partner in the bedroom. Get ready for all sorts of, um, adventures ;)

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Putt-a-Bout Grassroots Par Three Putting Green
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An at-home putting green for practicing would be much appreciated for someone who's looking to improve their short game.

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A single tie is, uh, not the most thoughtful anniversary gift in the world. But a color-coordinated tie set complete with lapel flowers, socks, and pocket squares? Now we’re talking.

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this personal neck massager

Mo Cuishle Back Massager with Heat

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Mo Cuishle Back Massager with Heat
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If he sits at a desk for hours and needs an easy way to de-stress, this heat-enabled deep-tissue massager helps when you can't physically be there to get those knots out for him.

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Hannah Oh
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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. 

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Daisy Maldonado
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Daisy Maldonado is an editor who covers everything from the latest fashion news to deeper looks at beauty culture and the internet’s most talked-about pop culture moments. She’s especially interested in the intersection of style and digital culture, and loves exploring what the trends we follow say about us. When she’s not writing, she’s probably four pages deep on The RealReal searching for vintage designer pieces or planning her next trip abroad (she lived in Paris for a year and hasn’t stopped talking about it since). Her work has appeared in Vogue, Bustle, Allure, and many more.

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