What do you buy a hard to buy for man?
Buying presents for women is easy and usually they will just tell you what they would like.. and if they don’t books, beauty products, jewellery and accessories can never go far wrong.
But oh, buying for a man can be far trickier, can’t it?
In the past when I have asked my nephews, brother in laws and uncles what they might like I just usually get a mumbled ‘no idea’. Because of this I wanted to compile this list to give you some ideas so you just don’t just default to a box of chocs or a bottle of wine (not that these are ever unwelcome!)
10 Cool Birthday Gift Ideas for a Hard to Buy for Man
Something to sleep in
Mens nightwear is a great gift idea and something men rarely consider buying for themselves, simple sleeping in an old band -tee or ragged supermarket pj’s, if they sleep in anything. But for comfortable and stylish lounging their nightwear should be upscaled. I love these options from Chums and they would definitely be well received! PJ’s are the best fashion choice I always think and if you make them fabulous you really can stay in them all day!


Something to eat
In my experience a way to every mans heart is through his tummy but you can be a little inventive with this. A fudge delivery, a homemade cream tea or a cheese board will both tickle their taste buds and show you care! You could even make them up a bespoke hamper.

Something to do for the hard to buy for man
You could take them on a picnic even a day trip on a train to a cool city. Experiences always outweigh gifts in my mind and are long remembered.
Something to play with
Men are never too old for a new board game … how about a poker set, a stylish pack of cards or a travel chess set?
Something to relax by
Men are not immune to wellness and relaxation productions so a spa trip, a massage or even some muscle easing bath salts would make a cool gift idea and convey very how much you care.
Something to do
How about a little grow your own chilli set or DIY bird feeder? Most men love a project!
Something to read
Think about their interests then go find a magazine that represents it! A magazine subscription is always a gift that keeps on giving and it gets people off screens which is always a good thing.
Something to make them smile
A photo album of happy memories is a labour of love but makes such a great gift for a man you love – well worth the effort it takes to create.
Something to entertain them
A show is a great shout as a gift for the hard to buy for man and if you go with them too then even more fabulous!
Something homemade
When you don’t know what to gift, it is time to get creative. Could you bake them a birthday cake, write them a poem or even knit them some gloves. Gifts from the heart often mean the most.
What do you buy a hard to buy for man? Well I hope this post has given you some out of the box ideas to help you make them feel loved, seen and appreciated.