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56 Best Gifts for Your Brother That Are as Unique as Him
Funny, sentimental and everything in between, so you can earn some serious cool points (especially if you're his sister).
Shopping for family can be hard, especially when it comes to your brother, who already seems to have everything. The task becomes even more difficult when deciding what to give as his sister (sorry but it's true)! After all, he’s your built-in best friend, and chances are, he’s given you some great gifts over the years, which means he deserves something special. Whether it’s Christmas, his birthday or he’s celebrating an important milestone (like his wedding or buying a house), we promise you’ll find a sentimental present that shows him how much you care with our list of the best gifts for your brother.
We have unique ideas for every kind of brother, whether he’s into fitness, fashion, gaming or grilling. There’s a coffee subscription box for your coffee-loving brother, a party game the family can play together and an engraved docking station if he loves personalized items. We even have a ton of cool ideas if you're shopping for your teenage bro. And everything on this list can also work as a nice gift for your brother-in-law as well.
If you’re looking to splurge, go for an expensive gift like adjustable weights or handled massage gun — perfect for you and your siblings to give as a joint present. If you’re sticking to a budget, we’ve included a number of options from Amazon that are super affordable.
But if you're still having trouble picking something out, a funny gag offering will always do the trick in our opinion.
Wrangler Authentics Quilted Lined Flannel Shirt
Wrangler Authentics Quilted Lined Flannel Shirt
As you two get older, you realize the best things you can get him is stuff he really needs. This shirt, which comes in a few patterns, has over 30,000 5-star reviews on Amazon.
Carhartt Waterproof Insulated Gloves
Carhartt Waterproof Insulated Gloves
The brand is known for its high-quality gear, and these gloves are no exception. They are waterproof, and have "FastDry" technology to help keep sweaty hands dry.
SUNGIFT Hook and Ring Toss Game
SUNGIFT Hook and Ring Toss Game
The hook and ring game is one of the most popular gifts for men this year. This one is inexpensive, but offers the same amount of fun for him and his friends.
You'll earn the best sibling ever award once he unwraps this gift. Customers say it's perfect for practicing their game and can be used in every room with no problem.
ESPN+ Subscription
ESPN+ Subscription
For just $10 a month, he'll get unlimited access to his favorite sports, original movies and so much more. Even if you just pay for 6 months, it's an awesome idea.
He can turn his favorite drinks into a slushie instantly. Once he pulls the cup from the freezer, he just needs to pour in his liquid of choice (orange juice, soda, etc.) and press the sides of the cup.
NeeNoNex Whiskey Glass
NeeNoNex Whiskey Glass
While that statement is 100% true, he'll appreciate this clear glass that's perfect for whiskey, scotch, bourbon or any drink really. Don't believe us? Just check out this review: "My brother loved the package and the glass he said it was a nice quality glass. He really doesn't like anything."
brother's bond Straight Bourbon
Introducing an easy way to bond with your brother — it says so right there on the bottle. This smooth bourbon whiskey comes from The Vampire Diary's Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley.
Even though you're likely giving him this gift as a hint that he needs to take care of his bedside clutter, he'll love how organized it keeps all of his favorite things.
Help him build a skincare routine with this starter shave kit, which includes shave cream, priming oil, restoring balm and more.
BNEXT Virtual Reality Headset
Once he hooks up this headset to his iPhone or Android, he'll step into a virtual world. Reviewers on Amazon claim that the headset is comfortable enough to wear for hours of play, which is crucial for him.
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Bean Box Coffee Subscription
Deliver artisan coffee right to his front door with this personalized coffee subscription — around $22 for a biweekly delivery. He'll enjoy beans (or freshly ground coffee) from roasters around the world.
Stars by Nature Original Star Wars Patent Poster Prints
Stars by Nature Original Star Wars Patent Poster Prints
Spruce up his man cave by framing these four prints of the scanned renderings of Star Wars X-Wing, Snowspeeder, TIE Fighter and AT-AT Walker.
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Complete with a fire starting kit, Rambo knife, coffee grit soap and an insulated mug, this gift box is full of unique items he'll love to receive.
PlayMonster Relative Insanity Party Game
PlayMonster Relative Insanity Party Game
Turn any ol' dinner party into a unique bonding opportunity with this hilarious party game created by comedian Jeff Foxworthy. It's the same setup as Cards Against Humanity, but geared toward family.
TarcherPerigee The Super Book of Useless Information
TarcherPerigee The Super Book of Useless Information
He takes after your dad, which means he has a tendency to rattle off useless information. This 272-page book will give him even more material to work with — some helpful, some not.
LIANGSTAR Laptop Cooling Pad
LIANGSTAR Laptop Cooling Pad
Any gamer would be psyched to received this laptop cooling pad, complete with six super quiet fans and a blue LED.
UncommonGoods Shiitake Mushroom Log Kit
After growing shiitake mushrooms, he'll finally be able to make his own farm-to-table dishes right at home. He just needs to soak this log, let it sit in a cool, dark place for six weeks and harvest the mushrooms as soon as they're fully grown.
JBL Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Great for your adventure-seeking sibling, this speaker can go anywhere (even in the water).
Lululemon Pace Breaker Lined Short
Whether he's lounging or working out, these lightweight shorts will become a closet staple. They have a classic fit and come in three different lengths, which is a huge plus if he prefers a longer style. But what we really love are the zip pockets that will keep all of his essentials safe.
Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.
Bianca Rodriguez is the Fashion & Luxury Commerce Manager at Hearst Magazines, covering fashion, beauty, and more for Cosmopolitan, Elle, Esquire, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Town & Country. She likes lounging about with a good book and thinks a closet without platform sneakers is a travesty.
Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.
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