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Including trompe l'oeil candles, Fair Isle socks, and plenty of miniatures.
By Lori Keong and Megan Gustashaw
When considering stocking stuffer ideas for men, the only question to ask is: “Will they actually use this?” If you're looking at “funny” socks as gag gifts or novelty golf balls, we're sorry to say: probably not. And though practical gifts like portable chargers, keychains, and bottle openers certainly do swing in the opposite direction on the gifting spectrum, they hardly inspire awe and delight on Christmas morning.
That's why we love simple, high-quality accessories, trinkets, and gadgets as stocking stuffer ideas for men. There's a whole universe of edible treats, stylish objets, and helpful knickknacks that virtually any guy would be happy to receive as a gift.
We rounded up an assortment of them from some of our favorite brands, whether they're deep in the skincare game, became a Tinned Fish guy, or adopted a new pup during the pandemic. Here, some ingenious gift ideas for stocking stuffers and small gifts for the dads, boyfriends, brothers, in-laws, and every other guy on your list this holiday season.
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Re=Fish
Large Recyled Comb
A trippy hair tamer to make that stubborn cowlick behave.
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Areaware
Rainbow Jelly Puzzle
Forget figgy pudding—this jelly puzzle will be the most fun they'll have this holiday season.
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J.Crew
Lambswool-Blend Socks (Three-Pack)
The multi-pack that doesn't make him choose between prints and solids is the best sock gift of them all.
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Aesop
Ginger Flight Therapy
Rolling this onto the body's pulse points allows the soothing effects of ginger root, lavender, and geranium to ease stress and keep the flight crew from having to cordon off the row after that terminal Sbarro's makes a reappearance.
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Stasher
Sandwich Bag
Trippy snack bags that will instantly upgrade your sad desk lunch.
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Murdock London
Redchurch Beard Brush
To help tame his unruly facial hair when he's in full hermit mode.
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Jose Gourmet
Canned Octopus (Two-Pack)
Their next charcuterie board just got ten times more interesting.
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Current State of Skin
Firming Eye Cream
Fake a better night's sleep with just a couple dabs of this stuff.
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L.L. Bean
Snowball Maker
Your nephews won't know what hit 'em. (Snow. It'll be snow.)
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OXO
Good Grips Sweep & Swipe Laptop Cleaner
For clearing that dusting of crumbs under the space bar and wiping all your finger grease off the display.
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Jo Malone
Wood Sage and Sea Salt Mini Cologne
Because going on vacation is no excuse for not smelling exquisite.
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Craighill
Perch Bookmark
Infinitely more elegant than that receipt you've been using.
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Golf Le Fleur
3-Pack Solid Gloss Nail Polish Collection
The gift of a manicure co-signed by Tyler, the Creator.
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Kehinde Wiley
Iron-On Patch
If you can't own an original Kehinde Wiley painting, get the next best thing: a cooler denim jacket.
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Nopalera
Cactus Soap
A good stocking stuffer: this artful little bar, which uses prickly pear cactus extract and lemongrass oil to scrub and purify their skin. A great stocking stuffer: this soap, plus two tickets to Oaxaca.
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Bombas
Everyday Compression Socks
They're not just for Gramps: compression socks keep your blood flowing better on flights and—as science shows—actually boost leg recovery after killer workouts.
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Lodge
Mini Cast Iron Skillet
No one needs a mini skillet to fry an egg, but it's guaranteed to at least bring them some laughs.
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Gohar World
Strawberry Candles
Anything from the foodie aesthetes at Gohar World is a slam dunk this gift season, but especially their sweet trompe l'oeil tea lights that are almost too nice to set on fire.
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Éliou
"Amelia" Bracelet
Beaded camp style bracelets for the grown-up who still believes in a little DIY charm.
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Ngatani En
Tagine Spice Container
A tiny tagine for dishing up all sorts of tasty condiments.
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State
House Matches
Every household needs a tinier household stashed with matches.
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Russ & Daughters
Chocolate Caviar Tin
Almost as delicious and rarefied as the real deal.
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Vyrai
Green Verdant Incense Stick Set
Something smoky, woodsy, and GQ-approved that they won't have to wash out of their hair afterwards.
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Areaware
Sophie Lou Jacobsen Everything Nice Bowl
A whimsical sugar bowl that looks good enough to eat.
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Apple
AirTag
So they'll know exactly where their luggage is spinning out to when it doesn't arrive in the baggage claim carousel.
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Homecourt
Signature Scents Mini Candle Discovery Set
If you can't settle on one candle scent, try four mini versions of Home Court’s signature scents—steeped rose, neroli leaf, cipres mint, and cece—that they can sprinkle throughout the house.
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BonBonBon
Tri-Bon-Cera-Tops Chocolates
They’ll never guess what that oddly-shaped gift in their stocking is.
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Three Gems Tea
Duck sh*t Oolong
Don't let the name throw you off. This fruity tea absolutely slaps.
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A24
x Wary Meyers Test Card Soap
Dress up the bathroom sink with some TV-inspired, basil-scented entertainment.
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The James Brand
Hardin Carabiner
Better than whiskey stones: the fashion carabiner.
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Gossamer
x Rose Los Angeles CBD Rosin Delights
Sugary sweet edibles (these are just CBD-infused, we'll clarify) that taste like peaches and plums.
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HAY
Chim Chim Diffuser
A stoneware diffuser for essential oils that's designed to look like a miniature fireplace.
Lori Keong is a freelance writer and editor who's been contributing at GQ since 2021. She's previously worked on staff at The Cut, The Strategist, SELF, and Marie Claire. Elsewhere, her writing on design, style, wellness, and beauty has appeared in Architectural Digest, Dwell, Allure, ELLE, PAPER, and beyond.
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