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38 Best Anniversary Gift Ideas for Husbands

Show him how gift-giving is done.

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Your man, whether he's your man of five years or 50 years, can be tough to buy for. It's near impossible to know what's going on inside that head of his. But, there's a lot of tradition around the counting and celebrating of the years after your wedding. (Even if you're not married or engaged but know you're deeply committed to each other, that definitely counts, too). So, these gifts are a big deal.

To help you through it, we've outlined some great conventional gift ideas for him that fit the grand celebratory air. However, bucking tradition in favor of actually useful gifts might be more your vibe, so we've also gathered some flat-out cool gifts for husbands, boyfriends, or partners that need no further explanation and can be gifted on your third anniversary or your thirty-third. Whether you opt for a luxury espresso maker or something personalized to the two of you, we've found the 38 best anniversary gift ideas for your husband. Take a look here.

A Gift for Your 1st Anniversary: Paper

GreylingPost Adventure Couples Custom Print

Adventure Couples Custom Print
A Gift for Your 1st Anniversary: Paper

GreylingPost Adventure Couples Custom Print

$38 at Etsy$26 at Amazon

A personalized print (on paper, you see) that nods to all the camping, the cross-country road-tripping, and the holiday getaway-ing you two will be planning long after your first year together.

Another Paper Gift

Moleskine Bluetooth Smart Pen & Notebook Set

Bluetooth Smart Pen & Notebook Set
Another Paper Gift

Moleskine Bluetooth Smart Pen & Notebook Set

Want a more modern interpretation on paper? Try Moleskine's writing set, which transfers handwriting into digital files.

Most Thoughtful Anniversary Gift

Marie Poulle & Jean Gregoire Lovebox Spinning Heart Messenger

Lovebox Spinning Heart Messenger
Most Thoughtful Anniversary Gift

Marie Poulle & Jean Gregoire Lovebox Spinning Heart Messenger

With this Lovebox on his end, whenever he's away, you can send messages and photos to it via an App. When they arrive, the heart will turn, he'll open the lid, and blissfully smile at the surprise from you.

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Most Fun Anniversary Gift

Actually Curious The Bundle

Actually Curious The Bundle
Most Fun Anniversary Gift

Actually Curious The Bundle

More of an anniversary activity for you both than a gift, these cards will set you up with thoughtful, fun, personal, and sometimes provocative conversation prompts to have you exploring all kinds of subjects—dreams, family, love, background, and beyond.

Best Bedding Gift

Casper Snow Foam Pillow

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Snow Foam Pillow
Best Bedding Gift

Casper Snow Foam Pillow

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The gift of a good night's sleep, nothing beats it.

Best Trucker Jacket Gift

Flint and Tinder Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket

Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket
Best Trucker Jacket Gift

Flint and Tinder Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket

Another sick jacket. Like I said, this is all men want.

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Best Sleep Gift for Men

Loftie Alarm Clock

Alarm Clock
Best Sleep Gift for Men

Loftie Alarm Clock

And why not pair it with the alarm clock that will give him the best sleep of his life?

Best Wellness Gift for Men

Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2

Hypervolt Go 2
Best Wellness Gift for Men

Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2

Now 16% Off

Or, how about a massage gun to blast away whatever muscle pains he's developed as he ages?

Most Unique Anniversary Gift

The New York Times Custom Anniversary Book

Custom Anniversary Book
Most Unique Anniversary Gift

The New York Times Custom Anniversary Book

Perfect for those together for a few decades now, this book chronicles every major historical event that's happened since the day you two exchanged "I do."

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Best Bluetooth Speaker Gift

Marshall Acton III

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Acton III
Best Bluetooth Speaker Gift

Marshall Acton III

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A cool retro-looking bluetooth speaker so he doesn't have to wear his AirPods while doing the dishes.

Best Coffee Gift

De'Longhi La Specialista Arte

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La Specialista Arte
Best Coffee Gift

De'Longhi La Specialista Arte

Now 10% Off

A cool new coffee machine is a safe bet.

Best Men's Jewelry Gift

Matilde Bound Bracelet

Bound Bracelet
Best Men's Jewelry Gift

Matilde Bound Bracelet

There's a shit ton of jewelry being pushed on men at them moment. Get him something simple, not too feminine, not too masculine. Oh, and it's made from recycled metal. Buy with a clear conscience.

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Best Skincare Gift

Therabody TheraFace Mask

TheraFace Mask
Best Skincare Gift

Therabody TheraFace Mask

Pro tip: you buy him Therabody's new LED skincare mask—which won a (very coveted) Esquire Gadget Award—because he'll love it, but you'll also get to use it.

Best Drinks Gift

YETI Rambler Beverage Bucket

Rambler Beverage Bucket
Best Drinks Gift

YETI Rambler Beverage Bucket

We love this new ice bucket from YETI, and he's going to love it too.

Best Loungewear Gift

Lenys Velvet Slipper

Velvet Slipper
Best Loungewear Gift

Lenys Velvet Slipper

A velvet house slipper that's handmade in Italy, reasonably priced, and comes in a couple of standout colors, we cannot speak highly enough about these.

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Best Men's Fragrance Gift

Chanel Bleu De Chanel

Bleu De Chanel
Best Men's Fragrance Gift

Chanel Bleu De Chanel

Fragrances don't get much more classic than this. He can wear it just about anywhere.

Best Home Gift

Soho Home Valetta Mug, Set of Four

Valetta Mug, Set of Four
Best Home Gift

Soho Home Valetta Mug, Set of Four

Now 49% Off

These will have a longer lifespan than a "Best Boyfriend Ever" mug.

Best Rocks Glasses

Soho Home Livorno Rocks Glasses, Set of Four

Livorno Rocks Glasses, Set of Four
Best Rocks Glasses

Soho Home Livorno Rocks Glasses, Set of Four

Now 50% Off

If you think he'd prefer rocks glasses to coffee mugs (no judgement), these are a funky swerve he'll enjoy.

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Most Useful Anniversary Gift

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
Most Useful Anniversary Gift

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

Just the best wireless earbuds ever made. He'll absolutely love these.

Best Luxury Accessory Gift

Smythson Flat Card Holder in Mara

Flat Card Holder in Mara
Best Luxury Accessory Gift

Smythson Flat Card Holder in Mara

A big boss card holder to replace that ratty old bifold wallet he has.

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