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Shopping for Nick is the hardest gift on my list every single year. He swears he doesn't need anything, which every wife knows means he needs everything. So this year I paid attention, and this is the list I'm actually shopping from.
Same rules as my Gift Guide for Her: things that look and feel expensive, sorted by what you want to spend. Everything is practical enough that he'll use it, and nice enough that it still feels like a gift. Nick has gotten really into pickleball this year, so I'm splurging on the ball machine he's been wanting!
Gifts Under $50
Stocking stuffers and easy wins. The things he'd never buy himself but wears constantly once he has them.
Junk Food Coors Light "Best of the Rockies" Tee — $45
A soft, broken-in vintage graphic tee. Funny without trying too hard.
Levi's Classic Western Shirt — $48
A light-wash denim button-up that works open over a tee or tucked in for dinner.
Calvin Klein Cotton Classic Boxer Briefs, 3-Pack — $53
The underwear upgrade every man needs and never buys.
SKIMS Cotton Boxer Briefs, 3-Pack — $48
If he hasn't tried SKIMS men's yet, this is the gift that converts him.
'47 Brand Yankees Clean Up Cap — $35
The classic washed cap. Every guy has a favorite, and his is probably falling apart.
Polarized Sunglasses, 3-Pack — $6
One pair for the car, the golf bag and the boat. Lose one, no stress.
Men's Knit Polo — $9
A textured polo that looks far more expensive than it is. Great for golf or date night.
WAO The Relaxed Tee — $48
The perfect heavyweight white tee, cut slightly boxy.
Gifts from $50 to $150
The sweet spot. Real gifts he'll use every week.
Polaroid Now+ Gen 2 in Forest Green — $119
My favorite gift on this list. Instant photos from the holidays, game nights and trips that actually end up on the fridge.
Tom Ford Oud Wood All Over Body Spray — $85
A taste of Tom Ford without the full-size price. Warm, woody, and it smells like a really nice hotel.
Polo Ralph Lauren Crew Socks, 12-Pack Gift Box — $150
A rainbow of socks in a gift box that's already wrapped for you. Fun, and he'll wear every pair.
Watch Box with Glass Display Top — $53
Espresso wood with room for five watches. It makes a small collection look like a big one.
COMFIER Shiatsu Foot Massager with Heat — $79
Honestly a gift for both of us. Heat, rolling and compression after a long day on his feet.
melin A-Game Hydro Hat — $79
The performance hat golfers and runners swear by. Water-resistant, and it keeps its shape.
melin Coast Hydro Visor — $79
Same idea in a visor, for pickleball and golf.
HEAD Gravity Pickleball Paddle — $89
For the guy who just got into pickleball and is now very serious about it.
15x52 HD Binoculars with Phone Adapter — $89
For game days, hunting trips and the beach. The phone adapter turns them into a zoom lens.
Marine Layer California Oxford Shirt — $138
A soft, broken-in oxford in a warm cream. The kind of shirt he'll reach for every weekend.
Bose SoundLink Flex Speaker — $119
Small, waterproof and loud. Perfect for the garage, the boat or the pool.
The Splurge
For the big gift under the tree. If he's been good this year, these are the ones.
Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses (Gen 2) — $459
Classic Wayfarer-style Ray-Bans that take photos and video, play music and take calls. The gift that makes him feel like a tech genius.
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds — $299
Clip-on earbuds that leave your ears open, so he can hear the music and the world around him. Great for runs, golf and travel.
Saint Laurent SL Mia Sunglasses — $520
Sleek, silver and very of-the-moment. The pair that makes every outfit look intentional.
Titan ACE Pickleball Machine — $2,099
The ultimate splurge for the pickleball obsessive. 110 balls, app control and a practice partner who never cancels.
Turtlebox Speaker — $430
A rugged, ridiculously loud speaker made for tailgates and the beach.
Rails Graham Corduroy Shirt — $178
Navy corduroy that reads elevated, worn as a shirt or a light layer.
AGOLDE 90's Jean in Grey — $238
A relaxed, straight leg in a washed grey. The easiest way to make his whole wardrobe look newer.
Stocking Stuffers With My Codes
A few of my partner brands that make great gifts for him, and you save with my codes:
Laundry Sauce: luxury laundry pods that smell incredible. Code NICOLE-15 for 15% off.
Needed Immune Support: wellness for the guy who hates the word "wellness." Code NICOLE for 20% off.
Lenox & Sixteenth Prep Pads: because even guys need good skincare. Code NICOLEC15 for 15% off.
HigherDOSE Red Light Hat: red light therapy for your scalp. Yes, please! Code BIKINISLAYER for 15% off.
oHHo: a sparkling drink for the guy cutting back on alcohol. Code NICOLE20 for 20% off.
Every code is on my discount codes page. Brands often raise their codes for Black Friday, so check back the week of November 23.
More Gift Guides
Missed the first one? Shop my 2026 Gift Guide for Her. Next up: The Wellness Edit and Jewelry Gifts She'll Wear Every Day. Shop everything from this post in my LTK too!
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