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Gifts for Dads and Guys Who Are Hard to Shop For
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We get that a lot of guys like grilling, golf and beer, but there's a whole lot more to the men in our lives. These are our favorite gifts for dads, partners, brothers and friends, from clever gadgets and great reads to cool gear for whatever he's into. Shopping for Father's Day? Head to our Father's Day guide.
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Gift guide · December 17, 20252025 Holiday Gift Guide: Last-Minute Gifts for Everyone On Your List
Gift guide · December 7, 20252025 Holiday Gift Guide: Our favorite food (and food-related) gifts for everyone on your list
Gift guide · June 3, 2025Father’s Day Gift Guide (Part 1): Cool gifts for the classic dad in your life
Gift guide · June 3, 2025Father’s Day Gift Guide (Part 2): Smart, stylish, useful gifts for modern dads
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Gift guide · November 4, 2026Our 2026 holiday gift cheat sheet, with 50 gifts for every age and budget
From the archive · June 3, 202421 wildly cool subscription gifts for men. From fair trade coffee to tech toys and everything in between
From the archiveMen's gifts so cool, they'll make his friends who just got some crappy tie really jealous
From the archiveThe coolest men’s gifts to spoil him rotten
From the archive20+ cool men's gifts that don't suck (because let's be honest, so many do)
From the archive23 ultra cool men's gifts that will up your gift cred for life
From the archiveGifts for the cool dad who’s the first to say “I’m not babysitting, I’m parenting.”
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Men this year | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
Gift guideThe Best Baby Gifts for New Dads | Baby Shower Gift Guide
From the archive · June 10, 2009Presenting the Cool Mom Picks Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 8, 2010Our 2010 Father's Day Gift Guide is here!
From the archive · May 31, 2011Father's Day Gifts - For the first-time new dad
From the archive · June 1, 2011Father's Day Gifts - Custom gifts for the dad who likes things his way
From the archive · June 5, 2011Father's Day Gifts - For the manly man
From the archive · June 6, 2011Father's Day Gifts - For the grandpas we love
From the archive · June 9, 2011Father's Day Gifts - For the gourmet. (Yes, there is bacon involved.)
From the archive · June 12, 2011Fathers Day Gifts - For the tech-loving dad.
From the archive · June 3, 2012Gourmet gifts for dad - Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 6, 2012Geek gifts for dads - Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 10, 2012Gifts for grandfathers - Fathers Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 31, 2013Father's Day gifts for new dads: 2013 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 3, 201311 great homemade Father's Day gift ideas: 2013 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 7, 2013Father's Day gifts from the kids: 2013 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 9, 2013Splurgey gifts for the dad who has everything: 2013 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 2, 2014Personalized gifts for dad: 2014 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 3, 2014Gifts for the stylish dad: 2014 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 3, 2014Gourmet gifts for dad: 2014 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 4, 2014Father's Day gift ideas for new dads: Father's Day Gift Guide 2014
From the archive · June 7, 201413 cool gifts for dad under $20: 2014 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 8, 201410 cool DIY gifts from the kids: 2014 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 28, 201512 of the coolest personalized Father's Day Gifts: Father's Day Gift Guide 2015
From the archive · June 1, 201520 fantastic ideas for DIY Father's Day gifts, cards, and printables from the kids: Father's Day Gift Guide 2015
From the archive · June 4, 2015The coolest gifts for Grandpas: Father's Day Gift Guide 2015
From the archive · June 9, 201517 very, very cool Father's Day gifts under $25 | 2015 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 17, 2016Super rad Father's Day T-shirts? Check.
From the archive · May 30, 20166 amazingly sweet keepsake Father's Day photo gifts and how to make them even more special
From the archive · May 31, 201613 awesome Father's Day gifts for dads who love camping | Father's Day Gift Guide 2016
From the archive · June 1, 201613 of the coolest personalized gifts for Dad | 2016 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 5, 201622 seriously fantastic Father's Day gifts under $25 | Gift Guide 2016
From the archive · June 7, 201624 wonderful DIY Father's Day gifts, crafts + printables to fill him with love
From the archive · June 10, 201612 cool first Father's Day gift ideas for new dads | Father's Day Gift Guide 2016
From the archive · June 14, 201611 great ideas for last-minute Father’s Day gifts | Father’s Day Gift Guide 2016
From the archive · May 25, 201716 gifts for the cool dad | Father’s Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · May 26, 201711 practical Father’s Day gifts that still feel cool and gifty | Father’s Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · May 31, 20175 of the worst Father's Day gifts: Steer clear if you want to stay in his will!
From the archive · June 5, 201710 truly cool personalized gifts for dad you can still order in time | Father's Day Gifts 2017
From the archive · June 10, 201711 creative DIY Father's Day cards kids can make! Awwww.... | Father's Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · June 12, 20179 outrageously cool experience gifts for the dad who has everything | Father's Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · May 29, 201814 of the best personalized Father's Day gifts to make him go awwwww | Father's Day Gift Guide 2018
From the archive · May 31, 201821 creative Father's Day gifts for the man who has everything, including great taste | Father's Day Gifts 2018
From the archive · June 1, 201812 wonderfully creative photo gifts for Father's Day | Father's Day Gift Guide 2018
From the archive · June 5, 201813 really creative DIY Father's Day gifts that kids can help make. Oh, the sweetness! | Father's Day Guide 2018
From the archive · June 8, 201812 of the absolute best daddy and me tees for Father's Day | Gift Guide 2018
From the archive · June 8, 2018Cool Father's Day jewelry and accessory gifts, from sporty to chic | Father's Day Gift Guide 2018
From the archive · June 8, 201823 great Father's Day gifts all $20 and under - that don't feel like it | Father's Day Gifts 2018
From the archive · May 27, 20196 wonderful Father's Day picture books that celebrate Dad | Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 27, 201919 incredibly cool gifts for dads who love the outdoors | Father's Day Gift Guide 2019
From the archive · May 28, 201930 amazing Father's Day gifts under $15: For when the thought counts, but so does the gift | Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 17, 202011 easy Father's Day crafts for kids that celebrate #1 dads, rock star dads, and superhero dads. | Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 27, 20207 awesome Father's Day gifts that support indie bookstores | Father's Day Gifts 2020
From the archive · May 20, 202220 unique gifts (good ones!) for dads who have everything | Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · November 10, 2022Over 20 of the best Advent calendars for 2022: From the magical to the luxurious, to... goofy dad jokes?
From the archive · April 18, 2024Modern custom family portrait art from 12 exceptional artists: Incredible gifts for moms, dads, and grandparents
From the archive · May 19, 202430 Gifts to Wow Dad for Less Than $20 | Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 22, 202415 cool but practical Father's Day gifts. Because they should still feel like gifts, ya know? | Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · June 10, 202417 brilliant last-minute Father's Day gifts: Make, buy, print, ship, IOU or DIY
Gift guide · June 3, 2025Father’s Day Gift Guide (Part 1): Cool gifts for the classic dad in your life
Gift guide · June 3, 2025Father’s Day Gift Guide (Part 2): Smart, stylish, useful gifts for modern dads
From the archive · November 7, 202418 of our favorite hygge gifts for everyone who needs more comfort and coziness right now
From the archive · December 12, 202418 last-minute DIY holiday gifts for friends. And family, who you like enough to call friends. | Holiday Gifts
From the archive · November 20, 202420 very cool personalized gifts for adults to make things extra special this year | Holiday Gift Guide
Gift guide · November 1, 2026The coolest virtual experience gift ideas for kids and adults. They're fun, we promise!
From the archive · March 11, 2010Presenting the Ultimate Baby Shower Gift Guide, 2010 edition!
From the archive · November 14, 2010It's here! The 2010 Cool Mom Picks Holiday Gift Guide!
From the archive · November 25, 2010The Cool Mom Tech Holiday Gift Guide is here!
From the archive · February 2, 2011Presenting a Valentine's Day gift guide from Cool Mom Picks and AHAlife
From the archive · February 16, 2012Presenting our 2012 Baby Shower Gift Guide!
From the archive · December 5, 2013Presenting the 2013 Cool Mom Picks Holiday Gift Guide, with more than 200 of the coolest ideas. Whoo!
From the archive · November 14, 2014It's here! It's here! Our 2014 Holiday Gift Guide has arrived.
From the archive · January 28, 2015Good reason to order your Valentine's Day flowers now from The Bouqs
From the archive · January 29, 20159 very creative Valentine's cookies on Etsy. In case you'd rather spend your time on....other things.
From the archive · January 31, 201510 easy Valentine's Day crafts that make cool DIY gifts: Valentines Day Gift Guide
From the archive · February 1, 201514 romantic Valentine's gifts for him under 50: Valentine's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · February 2, 2015Candy gifts for Valentine's Day that go way beyond the ordinary.
From the archive · February 9, 2015Last minute Valentine's Day help: Printables, crafts, gifts, and recipes. We have you covered.
From the archive · February 10, 201512 ideas for fabulous last minute Valentines gifts you can still get in time. Procrastinators, this one's for you.
From the archive · November 19, 2015It's here! Our 2015 Cool Mom Picks holiday gift guide! Whoo!
From the archive · February 2, 201617 wonderful DIY Valentine's Day gifts that the kids can make | Valentine's Day Gifts 2016
From the archive · February 4, 201612 romantic Valentine's gifts for him under $50 | Valentine's Day Gift Ideas 2016
From the archive · February 9, 2016Last-minute Valentine's gifts you can still get for your sweetheart: Because we think thoughts count, whenever you come up with them.
From the archive · December 5, 2016The great holiday cookie gift guide: Something for every sweet tooth on your list.
From the archive · January 27, 201716 creative, inexpensive Valentine's Day gifts for him, all under $35 | Valentine's Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · November 28, 2017It's here! Our 2017 Holiday Gift Guide. Whoo!
From the archive · December 10, 201915 cool gifts for the guy who has everything. Except...well, these.
From the archive · January 26, 2020These no-carb dumplings on Etsy are perfect for your Valentine.
From the archive · February 5, 20205 sexy Valentine's gifts for couples in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and up. Why should the younguns get all the fun?
From the archive · November 22, 2020Presenting our 100% entirely Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020: See our top 10 gifts for everyone on your list
From the archive · April 20, 2021Here's a fantastic deal on a Trade Coffee subscription gift. Just in time for Mother's Day!
From the archive · May 19, 20217 outstanding high school or college graduation gift books: On stepping into the arena, dreaming with eyes wide open, and professional troublemaking (in the best possible way)
From the archive · November 25, 2021The best Black Friday Deals of 2021: From the big stores to small shops and indie makers
From the archive · February 8, 2022Exceptional chocolates from Black-owned chocolate companies. For Valentine's Day and beyond. (2024 update)
From the archive · November 20, 202215 gift ideas for the guy who's hard to shop for. | Holiday Gift Guide
From the archive · November 22, 2022The 10 coolest Ted Lasso gifts for fans who can't wait for Season 3.
From the archive · November 3, 202324 of the absolute best 2023 Advent calendars for crafty kids, cool teens, and Christmas-loving adults
From the archive · November 23, 2023Our top Black Friday Deals of 2023: From the big stores to small shops and indie makers
From the archive · November 27, 202320 special gifts that give back to great causes. | Holiday Gift Guide + Giving Tuesday
From the archive · November 28, 2023Amazing gifts under $15 for adults: More than 60 VERY cool finds for everyone on your list
From the archive · January 25, 2024We found the best Valentine's gifts on Etsy for boyfriends, girlfriends, spouses and partners. All made with love.
From the archive · October 10, 2024Modern luxury gifts for less: Where the insiders shop for stunning home and fashion essentials at great prices. (Plus get an exclusive discount!)
From the archive · November 6, 2024Guitar Center: Holiday deals for the musicians on your list
From the archive · December 11, 2024Stuck on a holiday gift idea? Here are 12 cool gift boxes for anyone on your list, up to 50% off!
From the archive · December 16, 202445 brilliant last-minute holiday gift ideas you can ship, make, pick up, or IOU. You've got this! | Holiday Gift Guide
Gift guide · January 26, 202510 anti-Valentine's gifts for people who hate Valentine's Day (you know who you are!)
Gift guide · December 7, 20252025 Holiday Gift Guide: Our favorite food (and food-related) gifts for everyone on your list
Gift guide · December 17, 20252025 Holiday Gift Guide: Last-Minute Gifts for Everyone On Your List
Gift guide · February 10, 20262026 Valentine's Day Gift Guide: The Best Gifts for Everyone on Your List, from your partner to your pets
From the archiveCool Gifts for the Dude Who Loooooves His Music and Movies
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