43 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Men in 2022: The Best Small Gifts for the Men in Your Life
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, have been marathoning The Sopranos this year, 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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Everlane Belgian Waffle sweater sock
Waffles ain’t just for breakfast. They’re also for your feet.
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Goshi exfoliating shower towel
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Eliou Amelia floral beaded bracelet
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Peyan vintage glass cup set
Potentially the most ‘grammable drinking glasses that Amazon has to offer.
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Todd Snyder ettinger capra mini wallet
Because that ratty old Costanza wallet of his really needs to go.
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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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Nike burrow slippers
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Ember cappuccino mug
Finally, a mug that keeps his macchiatos at his ideal temperature for as long as he’s sipping it.
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Sophie Lou Jacobsen Everything Nice bowl
A whimsical sugar bowl that looks good enough to eat.
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Karst woodless pencils
Made of pure graphite, these matte-black pencils make any note they jot down that much more important.
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Palmetto solid cologne
A quite literally solid gift choice that smells discreetly of magnolia, Brazilian pepper, and cedarwood for on-the-sly touchups.
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Hot Pepper Sauce
Hot sauce is the essence of life and this blend from Shaquandra, a Brooklyn-based drag queen, makes everything taste finger-lickin’ good.
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
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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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Alvaro Ucha Rodriguez couple coasters
Perfect for sharing a drink with someone cool. Or if you often find yourself surrounded by 10 different drinks in the middle of the day—the double design is great for tackling that, too.
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Muji organic coffee original blend
Super-smooth brews on the go that just require hot water.
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Dieux Auracle reviving eye gel
This super-hydrating eye gel fakes a few solid nights in snooze-town.
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Native Union Tom Dixon block dock
A wireless charger and a chic catch-all tray in one, this is the kind of tech that disappears into a home—in a good way.
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Tio Lee Fargo hat
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Yuns caulking finger
Designed by a painter, this tool makes caulking easier on the hands. And even if they won’t soon find themselves faced with a tub of sealant, it makes for a fun little home decor object.
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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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Lu By Lu Rubix recycled beaded phone pouch
Look ma, no hands!
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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 shit oolong
Don’t let the name throw you off. This fruity tea absolutely slaps.
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Malaika tilapia cocktail napkins
Dads and Filson-sporting outdoorsy types need some of these for their next fish fry.
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East Fork italian meat candle
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A24 x Wary Meyers test card soap
Optional: Throw in some TV-inspired soap to go on top.
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GQ x Pintrill pin set
Some merch for ya.
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Bread Beauty Supply mud mask
Mud decongestion for the face and scalp in brilliantly mess-free, gingham packaging.
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James Brand “Hardin” carabiner
Better than whiskey stones: the fashion carabiner.
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Wagwear Memphis dog harness
Memphis-style threads for the design-forward dog parent.
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Aesop “Miraceti” eau de parfum
As warm and woodsy as you can get without lingering under the mistletoe.
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Miansai volt link paper clip necklace
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The Ordinary hyaluronic acid serum
Making sure your skin stays hydrated is doubly important when it’s approaching single digit temperatures outside. The Ordinary’s hyaluronic acid, an ingredient that holds up to 1000x its weight in moisture and is well-tolerated by basically everyone.
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Fujifilm Instax Mini 40 instant camera
Take his selfie game analog.
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Ray-Ban original 58mm aviator sunglasses
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Bose sleepbuds II
Forget white noise machines: the gentle sounds of rain, desert winds, and campfire sounds can play directly through these Bluetooth earbuds to lull him into sleep.
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J.Hannah x The Met surrealist polish set
When your nails are the art.
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Rose Los Angeles x Gossamer 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.
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Ciele GoCap
Something lightweight, breathable, and quick-drying for his sweaty head during workouts (or just his perma-bedhead in the morning).
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Golde superwhisk matcha kit
Matcha heads might appreciate an electric frother versus the traditional whisk, plus a re-up on their tea supplies.
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Proraso shaving cream
A classic barbershop brand, Proraso makes a great gift for the frequent shaver or the guy who simply needs a high-qual cream on hand for the few and far betweens. This eucalyptus-oil blend is a soothing, refreshing, skin-toning pick.
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