How to Buy Good Gifts for Guys for Christmas

Looking for good gifts for guys for Christmas? Whether it's for your boyfriend, brother, dad, husband or best guy friend, finding a good Christmas gift can be tricky. Sometimes, you just need some fresh ideas... which is where this article comes in handy. Consider these tips when shopping for good gifts for guys for Christmas.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Shopping information, including prices, for each of the featured good gifts for guys for Christmas can be found under Resources, after the article.

1. 
   Band of Brothers DVDs

   Choose a CD or DVD gift set for your guy. Think about his favorite TV shows, cartoons and music artists when browsing the selection. Band of Brothers is a great choice for your military man.

2. 
   Leather Wallet by Tommy Hilfinger

   Carefully select stylish and practical accessories for the man on your list. A leather belt, new wallet or good sunglasses should all please the recipient.

3. 
   Apple iPod (6th Generation)

   Splurge on an iPod if he hasn't made the switch yet himself. You'll spoil him, but whether it's your teenage son or your husband, he'll appreciate your gift. If he already has one, give a gift certificate for iPod tunes.

4. 
   Power drill

   Think practical tools for the new homeowner or handyman-by-default. Power tools such as this handy Black & Decker drill set make household chores and projects faster and easier for any guy.

5. 
   Cologne

   Treat your boyfriend, sweetheart or husband to a new cologne, such as "Lucky You" by Lucky Brand. They also make a complimentary aftershave and shaving cream.

Tips & Warnings

• See Resources, below, for buying information for good gifts for guys pictured in this article.
• Gifts for Him don't have to be complicated. As you browse for ideas, keep in mind his interests, hobbies, and habits.
• Consider cheating--ask him for his Christmas wish list.

Resources

• Band of Brothers (Blu-Ray DVDs) $60
• Tommy Hilfiger Men's Trifold Wallet $36
• Apple iPod classic 80 GB Black (6th Generation) $250
• Black & Decker Homeowner Compact Drill $64
• Lucky You by Lucky Brand for Men Cologne Spray $20

[sunshine11219]

on 12/3/2008 thanx for these helpful suggestions

[WriterGig]

on 10/19/2008 Hmm, that's a good point about the cologne, but if it's your husband, he'll know you well enough to appreciate the gift and not read anything more into it.

[buitenstaander]

on 10/19/2008 Great gift ideas. I just would avoid cologne, since it might send the message that you think they smell bad.. but, I like all the other ideas.. electronics, movies, music, accessories are great ideas.

[Greatfunmoms]

on 10/19/2008 Good idea!