If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Shopping for the men in your life can be a challenge, especially when their wish lists are either nonexistent or impossibly specific. But whether you’re buying for a fashion obsessive, a self-proclaimed cinephile or someone who takes his morning coffee a little too seriously, there’s no shortage of gifts worth giving this year.
From designer collaborations and collectible coffee-table books to high-tech gadgets and upgraded everyday essentials, we’ve rounded up the best gifts for every type of man in your life. Highlights include Jonathan Anderson’s limited-edition Ugg slippers, a comprehensive Stanley Kubrick box set and the sleekest wine fridge we ever did see. And for the guy who insists he prefers experiences?
You can’t go wrong with a ticket to his favorite comedy show or artist on tour. Check out the best gifts for men in 2026 below: J.Crew’s preppy staples get a downtown makeover courtesy of Eckhaus Latta, with reworked barn jackets, rugby shirts and knitwear that bring an unexpected edge to American classics. A courtside look at one of basketball’s most storied franchises, tracing the Lakers’ championship legacy, legendary players and defining moments.
A coffee-table essential for any loud-and-proud Angeleno. For the guy who’s particular about his wine (or just likes a well-stocked fridge), Rocco’s sleek, design-forward cooler keeps bottles perfectly chilled without sacrificing kitchen aesthetics. Fronted by Jonathan Bailey, Armani’s new fragrance opens with Calabrian bergamot before settling into lavender, Madagascar vanilla, leather and patchouli.
A warm, woody scent with leading-man appeal. Made in Portugal from 100% organic long-staple cotton, Weezie’s ultra-absorbent terry robe gets fluffier with every wash and features roomy pockets, an attached tie and optional monogramming. A hotel-quality upgrade for his morning routine.
Hollywood superagent Ari Emanuel, the real-life inspiration for Ari Gold on “Entourage,” recounts his rise from the mailroom to the top of the entertainment business in a 432-page memoir packed with a decades worth of industry stories. Check out more of the best 2026 celebrity memoirs here. ESPN+ — now available through ESPN Select — gives sports fans access to live NHL games, PGA Tour coverage, international soccer, college sports and ESPN originals.
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