26 Gifts For Men That Are Perfect For Valentine’s Day — And Every Other Day

by | Feb 12, 2025 | Life

Having a partner can be pretty great. Someone to binge-watch the latest Netflix series with. Someone you can complain to when your day hasn’t been the greatest, or give you that much-needed inspo when you’re thinking of missing the gym. And the best part: a cuddle buddy.

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, you probably want to get your partner something to show them just how much you love them. But the day of love shouldn’t be confined to just one day – you should celebrate it every day! Here are 26 gifts for your partner, even if it’s not the 14th of February.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

adidas Supernova Rise 2

Is he into sneakers? This everyday runner is built for comfort and flexibility – perfect for training or just racking up steps in style. If he’s got a 5K on the horizon, consider his new go-to kicks sorted.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

Stanley The Aerolight™ IceFlow™ Water Bottle

Keep him hydrated in style with this sleek, lightweight bottle. It keeps drinks cold for 10 hours and iced for up to 2 days, making it perfect for workouts, outdoor adventures or padel matches in the summer heat. Game on!

READ MORE: 3 Workouts That Actually Make Great Dates!

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

Gentlemens Hardware Beard Survival Kit

Nothing says “please keep the beard” like a beard-care kit. This one includes beard wash, beard oil and wooden beard comb, packed in a compact reusable tin. And with a soft beard, he’s sure to keep that facial hair you love so much.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

BIRKENSTOCK Arizona EVA

Ultra-lightweight, stylish and comfortable, these versatile sandals support your feet perfectly, ideal for relaxation or casual-chic styling.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

Freedom of Movement Roger – Pecan

Businessman? Then he’ll love this genuine leather business bag. Big enough to carry around a laptop and all those important documents, this beautifully designed bag is sure to wow.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

Men’s Health Magazine Subscription

Available in print and digitally, a Men’s Health Subscription is the gift that keeps giving. For all the fitness, health and nutrition needs, MH provides the goods monthly all year round which means you have sorted for the next 12 months.

READ MORE: 6 Grooming Tips Every Man Needs for the Perfect Valentine’s Day Date

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

Terbodore Ultimate Flavour Combo

Nothing says “I love you” like a fresh cup of coffee in the morning. This is the gift that keeps on giving! Treat him (and yourself) to all six of Terbodore’s delicious flavoured coffees – because great mornings start with great coffee.

PUMA x HYROX Deviate NITRO™ 3

PUMA x HYROX Deviate NITRO™ 3

Your partner recently fallen victim to the HYROX hype? Who hasn’t?! These HYROX co-branded running shoes are everything a hybrid athlete could need and more; optimised for a wide range of foot strikes and patterns (so you’re safe to blind buy even if you don’t know the deets of his gait), super-fast and ultra-response with a carbon fibre plate and rocking some incredible traction. These shoes will serve him well in the gym, on the road and especially on race day.

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

SKOON. The One Hydra-Plump Face Cream

Perfect for the guy who’s into skincare and even better for the guy who’s not. This fast-absorbing, lightweight moisturiser is suited for all skin types. It’s reformulated with a carefully balanced lipid complex that includes Omega 6, Natural Moisturising Factors, Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide III and Pomegranate Sterols. He just needs to slather it onto his face and go. Hydrated skin FTW!

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Men

Fieldbar Drinks Box

Modern, stylish and just what he needs for a boogy braai. Locally made, this hard case cooler box is designed for superior thermal performance and perfectly proportioned for any adventure. The Drinks Box delivers everything you’d expect from a top-tier cooler – durability, versatility and effortless portability. Cheers to that!

Freestyle Cooking With Chef Ollie Cookbook

Freestyle Cooking With Chef Ollie Cookbook

Full discretion, this isn’t going to arrive in time for Valentine’s Day because it’s being released on 17th February. BUT the wait is worth it and you can pre-order this cookbook to be one of the first in South Africa to own it. For those who follow Chef Ollie on TikTok, you’re probably already clicking away to pre-order right now, and for those who don’t, allow us to introduce you to your (and your partner’s) next culinary obsession.

Chef Ollie’s recipes are quick, easy and designed to inspire rather than intimidate. And his cookbook is all about showing home cooks that just by using the best and simplest ingredients, you can create dishes that are packed with flavour. Gift this to your partner and let him be inspired to cook up a storm. Yes, this is technically a gift that’ll benefit you too, but the best gifts always do. Check out his personality-packed videos on Instagram here.

Reebok Nano X5 Training Shoes

Another new training shoe that’s only just been launch; the Nano X5 is Reebok’s most comfortable version yet. If your partner loves to hit the gym, get in some HIIT and you always catch him knocking out burpees and box jumps these are the shoes for him. The firmer foam in the heel gives stability while more responsive foam in the forefront gives you comfort while running and jumping. And the plush collar keeps the food locked down and secure so there is no risk of ending up in a viral #gymfails TikTok.

Die Braai Blaai

Die Braai Blaai

The only downside to braaing? Cleaning up, obvs! Well, that’s if you don’t have Die Braai Blaai, a nifty product that’s made to catch those “flipping drippings”! Simply fold up the corners of the disposable sheet and you’ll stop the braai juices from dripping on your floor or braai (it’s magic). Plus, the sheets have cooking tips, recommendations and recipes to help you braai better.

Sunnylife Beach Paddle Set

Sunnylife Beach Paddle Set

Love to spend time outdoors together playing games or getting competitive? This beach paddle set contains 2 beach bats, 2 balls and a zip-up travel case. Plus, the understated, classic aesthetic mean it won’t be an eyesore in your house.

South African Supporters Short Sleeve Jersey

South African Supporters Short Sleeve Jersey

Whether he’s still rocking a jersey from the early 00’s or he doesn’t have one, you can never go wrong with getting him a rugby jersey. This 100% heavyweight cotton SA supporters jersey has a timeless design so it’ll stand the test of time. It can be worn to any South African sports game (not just rugby) so he’ll get some serious wear out of it. Best part? It’s unisex so you can match next time you’re supporting SA. Talk about couple goals.

Asics Gel-Nimbus 27

Asics Gel-Nimbus 27

Does the runner in your life want to feel like they’re running on clouds? This is the 27th iteration of ASICS Gel Nimbus and just when you thought this beloved shoe couldn’t improve, it has!. The 27 has a softer and smoother running experience with a 2mm increase in FF BLAST™ PLUS ECO cushioning. And the soft engineered jacquard mesh upper comfortably wraps your foot while supplying advanced ventilationBest part? The all-black colourway means you can’t see the dirt, which means less time spent cleaning your shoes and more time running. Perfect for the man in your life!

Gentlemen's Hardware Casino Night Set

Gentlemen’s Hardware Casino Night Set

Bring a little 007 and glamour to your home or date nights with this casino night set. From poker to roulette, you’ll have everything you need to bring Vegas straight to you. This set includes two decks of playing cards, one double-sided gaming board, 200 poker chips, one roulette wheel, two roulette balls, one dealer button, one croupier stick and one instruction manual (with instructions for Pontoon, Texas Hold ‘Em Poker and Roulette).

A Fun Set Of Dice

BBQ Dice

Barbecue Dice

Have a partner who loves braaing but hates deciding what’s for dinner? Take the guesswork out of it with this fun duo of dice; one is for meat and the other is for veggies. He can simply roll the dice and roll with making whatever it lands on!

Friday Night Decision Dice

Friday Night Decision Dice

This is great if your partner isn’t the best at planning dates or you want to add a bit of spontaneity to date nights. It’s all about reframing it by turning it into a fun game with playful dice – one for tasty takeout options and the other for picking fun activities.

Exercise Dice

The active guy in your life will have fun with this exercise dice that features one dice with an exercise and one dice with the reps. It’ll add a bit of fun and excitement to any routine and it’s great motivation to get in a quick bodyweight workout at home.

A New Pair Of Sunglasses

Is your partner never able to find their sunnies when the sun comes out? Or do they spend a lot of time outdoors running or cycling? Perhaps they just haven’t bought a new pair in the last decade? Maybe you secretly hate the pair they’ve been rocking? Whatever your reason, sunglasses make the perfect Valentine’s day gift. You want to combine sophistication and style, with sleek, timeless frames in classic shades like black, tortoiseshell or metallic finishes, which will make them a perfect accessory for any romantic occasion or your many adventures beyond. 

“Classic styles like aviators or wayfarers are versatile and universally flattering, while modern, square frames offer a sharp, edgy look. Don’t forget to consider lens technology, such as polarized lenses, which provide superior clarity and protection, making the gift both stylish and practical.,” says Coenie Scheepers, Head of Product, Sunglass Hut.

Scuderia Ferrari, FZ5002D, Black/Bordeaux

Scuderia Ferrari, FZ5002D, Black:Bordeaux

Oakley, OO9404, Clear/Prizm Sapphire

Oakley, OO9404, Clear:Prizm Sapphire

Ray-Ban, RB2197 Havana/Polar Brown

Ray-Ban, RB2197 Havana:Polar Brown

Lego Botanical Sets

Want to get your partner something that lets him embrace his inner child? Lego sets are a fun way to spend time together and make the perfect at-home date night. Buy him a lego set you think he’d like and while you’re at it, buy yourself one too (we love the bouquet of roses for a nod to Valentine’s day) . Get some snacks, cue up a fun playlist, pour your self some drinks and spend an evening building a new piece of decor together.

INSIDE SCOOP: Selected LEGO® ICONS™ Botanical sets are 20% off for the month of love! The three below are all part of that 20% off sale.

LEGO® ICONS™ Orchid

LEGO® ICONS™ Orchid

LEGO® ICONS™ Tiny Plants

LEGO® ICONS™ Tiny Plants

LEGO® ICONS™ Bonsai Tree

LEGO® ICONS™ Bonsai Tree

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