Christmas Gifts for Boyfriends Buying Guide

Buying a gift for your boyfriend can be super difficult. Guys aren't as easily pleased by chocolates  or flowers,  and accessories for guys are limited. Many men are happy with their old wallets and aren't interested in the latest designer trends. Yes, it definitely adds to the holiday stress to have a boyfriend to buy a gift for, especially if you guys just started dating. The good news is that guys usually take gifts a little less seriously than their female counterparts, so chances are that buying a flop of a gift won't solely break your relationship.

How To Spend

• Advice For The New Couple

If you have just started dating and it has only been a month or two that you have been seeing each other, you probably should think twice about giving gifts at Christmas. Unless you know for sure that he's planning to buy you something, don't even worry about it. If he might be getting you something, consider getting a small gift for him. It shouldn't cost more than 32 EUR. If nothing comes to mind, consider just taking him out to dinner or treat him to a night on the town.

• Together For Three to Six Months

If you've been together at least three months, that usually means that there is some sort of exclusivity starting to happen between the two of you. Getting a Christmas gift is definitely a good idea, but don't think that you have to spend a lot -- keep it under 64 EUR or whatever suits your budget. Remember, this is just the beginning. You want something that shows you have a clue about what he's into, whether it be sports, music, movies, art, fashion, travel, etc. You also want the gift to stay fairly simple. Getting too romantic or commitment-happy in your gift giving could strike a sour note with your new beau. Here are some safe gifts to give in this early stage of your relationship.

• Together For Six Months to a Year

By now it's probably clear that you are both quite serious about the relationship. Gifts at this stage should definitely show that you've put some thought into them. They should suit his style and personality too. Spend upwards of 32 EUR, but not more than 130 EUR.

• The One Year Mark and Beyond

There is no limit to how much you can spend or how extravagant the gift may be. It all depends on how close you are and what type of a commitment you have.

Gift Ideas

Sure-Fire Gifts

These Gifts Are Sure To Put A Huge Smile On Your Boyfriend's Face!
CDs  or DVDs  Every guy has one movie  they'd love to add to their collection. Think about your guy's favourite movies. If there are any missing from his collection, there's your gift opportunity. Look for boxed sets  of his favourite TV series,  actor,  director,  or trilogy.	A Wallet  The traditional guy gift. Look for leather  (unless your guy's a vegan!) and quality brands. Designer names are a possibility as well, although usually guys don't care too much about the tag.	Cologne Another traditional, yet useful gift. Get a gift set of your man's favourite sent, or opt to get him to try a new fragrance. Check out our guide to Award Winning Fragrances or our New Perfume and Cologne guide for ideas.	Event Tickets Your Manchester United fan will love tickets  to the big game!  Look for tickets to movies, games, events (new gadget exhibits, etc), and concerts.

Fun Gifts

Check Out These Gift Ideas That Are Quirky and Fun!
Cool Home Accessories Look for a poster  of his favourite movie  or a cool picture frame  that will fit his autographed photograph of Victoria Beckham.	Electronic Gifts Does your guy love technology? Check out our Electronics Gifts guide and try these awesome ideas: Sound machine  Clock  iPod speakers  MP3 player  Universal remote  Headphones  Portable DVD players  Surround sounds systems  iPhone 3G  Flat screen TVs	Video Games Most guys at the very least appreciate a little virtual competition. Buy him a video game console  if you're feeling extra generous. If not, try buying him fun games  if he already has a console. Check out our guide for Gifts for Gamers.	Monthly Club Give the gift that keeps on giving. With a membership to a monthly club like Beer of the Month Club,  your guy will celebrate Christmas every month.

Gifts That Are All About Him

Match His Gift With His Personality
Mr. Athletic Look for anything representing his favourite sports teams. Here are some other sporty ideas for gifts: Athletic Apparel  Sneakers  or Cleats  Golf clubs  Sports Jerseys  Subscription to a Sports Magazine	Mr. DIY Does your man love to build things or do work around the house? Look for knives,  power tools,  and other gadgets that will help him clean the garage or trick out his radio.	Mr. Workaholic Does your guy spend most of his time at the office? Check out these gift ideas for the guy who loves to work: iPhone 3G  Palm Pilot  Silk tie  Oxford shirt  Shoe polish kit  Buy him a class teaching a foreign language.	Mr. Luxury Does your guy love to pamper himself? Check out these ideas for the guy who loves the finer things in life: Silk bathrobes  Espresso machines  Champagne  Silver cigar cases  Wine Cooler  Satin Sheets  Plasma TV

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