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The 14 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Men

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When you think of the best Valentine’s gifts, you might picture roses, chocolates, wine, and perhaps scanty apparel. While a gentleman can, by all means, enjoy flowers, sweets, and intimate garments, let’s be honest; is that what anyone really wants? Shift your vision and picture a cool laptop case, a luxurious robe, and a high-quality sweater.

Don’t overthink what makes a great gift for a man. When you do, you usually end up with something that will sit in its packaging for months. Instead, just ask what are the best gifts for men generally, then work from there. If he’s a foodie and loves kitchen-related gifts, find a hot sauce brand or flavor he’s never tried before. Make him a cocktail. And if he’s into sneakers, get a new style from his favorite brand. A good gift is something he probably would not buy for himself, but will not want to be without once he has it. It’s something truly thoughtful and selected with him in mind, not just picked at random.

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In other words, if something would make a great gift for your special gentleman generally, it will make a great gift on February 14th, which is really just one more occasion to let your guy know he’s your favorite.

For the Tech Junkie

Courant Wireless Charging and Accessory Tray

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The best way to keep your everyday items all in one place (read as: for the one who constantly misplaces his keys), is with Courant’s Catch 3. The coolest part is that the stylish tray also has a built-in phone charger. The tray has 3 coils for faster charging and a USB-A port for additional devices. The Catch 3 tray thoughtfully organize your accessories and charge your devices — all in one place. Monogramming is also available with some styles.

Kasper Maison Laptop Sleeve

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The Kasper Maison laptop sleeve is the ultimate necessity for any business traveler, coffee shop worker, or anyone who is a little clumsy with their laptops (it happens to the best of us). Who knew that protecting your laptop could be so stylish with this minimalist Scandinavian design. The sleeve comes in four sizes and various colors. It is made using Vegetable-Tanned Leather and offers ample protection with its velvet lining. The sleeves are ultra-functional via a design that makes it possible for you to charge on the go without having to take your laptop out of the sleeve. The interior card pocket fits credit or business cards and the back pocket fits documents, notebooks, or other accessories.

For the Fashion-Minded

Alps & Meters Cashmere Sweater

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Nothing says love or luxury like this 100% pure cashmere sweater with Italian suede accents. Water-resistant pockets at the chest and waist designed for ease of access and dry storage make this the perfect ski sweater.

Amber Jack Dress Shoes

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If your man hasn’t been wearing dress shoes for the last year, it’s going to be a rude awakening when he has to suit up for events and work. Lessen the pain by gifting him a pair of dress shoes that are actually comfortable. These magical shoes have built-in arch supports, buttery leather uppers, and a lightweight, bouncy sole that will put major pep in his step.

For the Traveler

NxTSTOP Travel Pant

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A comfy travel pant is a staple for any traveler in your life. Give them the gift of comfort with NxTSTOP’s versatile and lightweight travel pants. The wrinkle-resistant, quick-dry, four-way stretch pant features an anti-microbial finish, four pockets, a crotch gusset for increased mobility, and an internal drawstring for a comfortable fit.

For the Fitness Junkie

FlexIt Virtual Personal Training

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FlexIt is great for one who wants to keep in shape while on the road. FlexIt offers a live, personalized fitness program that’s accessible just about anywhere you have WiFi. The one-on-one virtual training session is with a certified trainer that is paired specifically with you based on your abilities and goals so you’ll get a bespoke workout each and every session. Notable trainers at FlexIt include Ebenezer Samuel, trainer to Terrell Owens; Johanna Sapakie, trainer to J. Lo; Pete Geracimo, trainer to Adele, and many more.

The Ergatta Rower

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Move over Peloton, there’s another, even more chic, full-body machine in town. The Ergatta rowing machine is great for working out at home and easily folds away when you’re not using it. And unlike ugly folding treadmills, the Ergatta isn’t an eyesore if you store it in your living space.

For the Aspiring Chef

Truff Hot Sauce Variety Pack

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The perfect gift for the hot sauce snob in your life. With subtle hints of truffle, these sauces pack a major punch. Spice up Valentine’s Day with the variety pack which includes The Original, HOTTER, and White TRUFF Hot Sauce, all elegantly packed into a matte black and gold foil gift box. Get ready to put this on everything and anything on your plate.

Breville Smart Oven Air with Super Convection

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If he loves fried foods, give him an air fryer that lightens up his favorite crunchy foods. If you don’t know what an air fryer is, it combines intense heat and maximized airflow to make foods crispy and browned. Air-fry favorites like French fries, donuts, and fried chicken, or prepare your own jerky and dried fruits. The large, 1 cubic-foot interior of this air fryer, toaster oven makes room for toasting nine slices of bread or even roasting a 14-pound turkey.

Man Crates Exotic Meats Grand Bouquet

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Sure, flowers are cool, but a meat bouquet? That’s something to get beefed up about. The delicious bouquet features three tantalizingly tasty salami chubs and four exotic jerky sticks. Hello, Buffalo Whiskey Maple Stick. Not only does the meat bouquet come with snacks for days, but it also includes a personalized Pilsner glass for his favorite libation.

Yummly Smart Thermometer

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Okay, this is seriously cool. If your guy swears he knows how to cook meat, but it always comes out under or overcooked, this thermometer is about to save both your and his taste buds. It gets inserted into the meat before you start cooking and from an app on your phone, you can track the internal temperature of your dish. You can set an alarm to alert you when the steaks are ready to come off the grill or the turkey out of the oven. And even if your man is a great chef, built-in timers and alerts let him easily multitask without checking on the meat every few minutes.

Saxelby Cheese Monthly Cheese Club — 3 Months

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Who doesn’t want to expand their cheesy horizons? Gift your man 1.5 pounds of cheese each month. Saxelby Cheesemongers will send a selection of three delicious artisan cheeses each month that you can enjoy together.

For the Outdoorsman

Brompton M6L Folding Bike

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If he loves to get outdoors but is also a city slicker, the Brompton folding bike is the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day. It’s compact and light, ready for his next adventure.

Dakine Split Adventure Backpack

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Okay, this might be the coolest backpack and travel bag ever. It looks like a backpack, wears like a backpack, and packs like a carry-on suitcase. With plenty of pockets and sleeves, this is the perfect bag for a weekend getaway.

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Latifah Al-Hazza
Latifah Al-Hazza
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Latifah is an Emmy Award-Winning travel journalist and documentary filmmaker, as well as the Cofounder of Femscape Sojourns, a boutique women's travel company. A journalism graduate from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign and the University of Southern California (MS), her work can be found in Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, CNN Travel, The New York Times, INSIDER, Fodor's, Roadtrippers, Frommer’s Travel Guides, Reader’s Digest, World Travel Magazine and The Manual, to name a few. Latifah has been named one of Travel Massive's 100 Inspiring Women Travel Founders. Growing up living a bicultural lifestyle, between Kuwait and the United States, has always fueled Latifah's passion for exploration and cultural immersion. Please reach out to The Manual editorial staff with any questions or comments about Latifah’s work.

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