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For many couples, it's become a tradition to give each other a thoughtful gift on or before their wedding day. This may seem like one extra thing to stress about while wedding planning, but finding the best gift for a groom doesn't have to be difficult or anxiety-inducing — promise!
When it comes to finding the best gifts for your groom, you can never go wrong with a sentimental present that represents your relationship, one that celebrates and respects the many different ways he gives and needs to receive love, a memorable one-off experience, a gift that serves as a promise for a future filled with adventure or something personalized to keep your memorable wedding day close to his heart for decades to come.
And yet, if you search for the best gifts for grooms, you’ll inevitably see a lot of clichéd masculine stereotypes. We know that not everyone drinks alcohol, let alone needs a complete suite of personalized whiskey glasses, and almost no one wears cufflinks anymore. Instead of relying on tired tropes, we've scoured the web to find the coolest gifts for men, talked to recently married men about what they’ve received (and wanted as a groom gift) and looked at best-selling, best-reviewed and best-loved products. The result is a comprehensive list of the best gifts for grooms of all types.
Looking for even more great gifts? Check out these Good Housekeeping guides:
The Best Gifts for Couples | The Best Wedding Gifts | The Best First-Anniversary Gifts
You can display your wedding photo and song in one go with this plaque, which can be displayed on an acrylic or wooden base and with different colors of LED lights. If you have a premium Spotify account, when you scan the code with your phone, the song will come up automatically.
Gift He Didn't Know He Needed
Tushy Classic 3.0 Bidet
Gift He Didn't Know He Needed
Tushy Classic 3.0 Bidet
I won't get too saucy here, but there’s bound to be some sexy time in your newlywed future. Give him (and yourself) the best bidet to ensure everything is always nice and tidy down there before moving into the boudoir for romance. You can control the pressure, and it easily installs on most toilets.
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Displayed indoors or out, this impressive metal sign makes a big impression. It's made from steel treated with a weather resistant finish and laser cut for precise detail.
Funny Gift
Custom Socks
Funny Gift
Custom Socks
Get your face printed on these comfy socks, and he can wear them on the big day. They will make for great photos, plus, he can wear them after the event, too.
For the Couple Who Loves Dogs
Personalized Art Print
For the Couple Who Loves Dogs
Personalized Art Print
If the family already has a furry member or two, you can get this customized work of art to hang in a den or office. You can customize so many things about it — including the names, hairstyles, skin tones and dog breeds — so it'll really look one-of-a-kind.
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Instead of a traditional card, gift him this one that can easily slip into his wallet. The sweet message says it all.
For the wedding day or not, he can use these personalized handkerchiefs (he'll get four!) for all special occasions. What's really nice, is that they can be passed down to future generations to use as well. You can add a name or monogram.
Versatile Gift
Harlem Candle Company Love 22K Gold Luxury Candle
Versatile Gift
Harlem Candle Company Love 22K Gold Luxury Candle
What a unique gift this is — a beautiful, long-lasting candle in a glass jar printed with 22K gold, that can be washed and used as a co*cktail glass after the 80 hours of burn time has expired. And a stunning James Baldwin quote, “Love Brought You Here,” is printed on the side to forever remind him of your love.
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Cool Gift Idea
Tom Bullock's co*cktail Shaker Bar Set
Cool Gift Idea
Tom Bullock's co*cktail Shaker Bar Set
Tom Bullock was a bartender from the early 20th century who was known for mixing up co*cktails at a prestigious country club and publishing a popular recipe book way back in 1917. This shaker set pays homage to his legacy and will help your groom continue the tradition of tending bar in style.
Your groom may already be a stylish fella, but a great pair of sunglasses will help him pull it all together on your honeymoon as well as while out on the town this summer. These Carrera Aviators will take his breath away, just like you do every time you walk in the room, and will do when he sees you walking down the aisle toward him on your wedding day.
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Okay, so it’s not a small gift, but it will be a beloved one! This cool backyard deck cooler will set him up for years of entertaining in the yard, by the pool, or during backyard movie nights with family and friends. It holds up to 80 quarts, which is the equivalent of 96 aluminum cans.
Finally, give your groom the gift of being pampered at home. This sandalwood and oak spa set includes a bubble bath, a pumice stone, massage soap, bath salts and bath oil, and so much more, allowing you to have romantic, imitate moments taking care of your husband.
Great Way to Wake Up
Atlas Coffee Club Coffee and Chocolate Sampler
Great Way to Wake Up
Atlas Coffee Club Coffee and Chocolate Sampler
It may be a bit before you travel again after the big day and honeymoon, but an Atlas Coffee Club and chocolate gift set for your groom will let his taste buds visit Latin America, Africa, and beyond as he wakes up to freshly brewed, sustainable small batch coffee each morning and bites of mouth-watering chocolate with bits of toffee, fruit and more.
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One of the sexiest routines you can get into with your groom is spending time in the bathroom together morning and night, washing and moisturizing your face. This kind of self-care ritual, when done as a couple, is one of the ways to make every day more intimate and special. This set comes with face wash, face gel and exfoliating pads to keep him feeling great.
Upgrade His Hikes
Nanopresso Portable Espresso Maker
Upgrade His Hikes
Nanopresso Portable Espresso Maker
The gift of espresso on the go will make your groom happy while he hikes or works out, and help him stay awake through endless meetings at work. This one is manually operated, so it doesn't need batteries or a plug to recharge.
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There will be many romantic nights cozying up to this fire. This pellet-burning fire pit is compact, making it great for first apartments or balconies, and it comes in nine colors.