Our favorite traditional and modern picks include a retro bedside clock from L.L. Bean, a luxuriously lightweight robe from Coyuchi, and a custom wedding vows sign for memorializing your special day. Here are the best one-year anniversary gifts for him. Available in three vintage colors, the Moonbeam comes with an old-school bell tone, a softly flashing light for gentle awakening, a popular snooze function with ten-minute intervals, and the option to use a cord or batteries. While the color selection is limited, this is a great functional gift that he can use every day, and it’s a unique and stylish pick that he probably wouldn’t buy for himself. Rated as one of the best robes we tested, our tester determined that its organic cotton fabric is soft, dries quickly, and is the perfect length for next level lounging. Available in six subtle colors, the Monos Kiyo UVC bottle works with pretty much any backpack, bike, or workout ensemble. Great for the eco-friendly, active gent, this innovative water bottle comes with rechargeable batteries and double wall vacuum insulation that keeps water cold up to twenty-four hours and hot up to twelve hours. The set comes with six high quality natural granite whiskey sipping rocks, two crystal whiskey glasses, a storage tray, a hardwood presentation tray, and an instruction manual —all nestled in a stylish gift box. Customers rave that it’s not too hot or too light, keeps them feeling snuggled all winter, and the fabric is both resilient and breathable. The fuel container can hold enough bio-ethanol fuel to burn for two to three hours. (Please be sure to consult the folks at Sharper Image about which type to purchase. Their website says customers should buy the Sharper Image fuel and no other kind for safety reasons.) Avocado uses latex from their own tree farms, and organic wool and cotton from their own farms as well, meaning they keep all processes sustainable along the way. They’re Fair Trade certified too, among numerous other certifications, and their mattress topper is not only divinely comfy but it’s also breathable and moisture-wicking for the hot sleeper. Definitely never a boring gift, these candles come in a set of two, promise 11 hours of burn time, and are crafted with drip-free paraffin wax. Hand-painted in Brooklyn, New York, each candle is approximately 12 inches long.
Make It Meaningful
Jones-Hennessy recommends choosing something with meaning that applies to both of you, and strongly advises against a household item, like appliances. ”Appliances are as un-romantic as a gift can be," she says. The only exception is if your partner asked specifically or hinted at receiving an appliance as a gift. “Appliances are typically shared household items, so that kind of purchase should come from the shared budget of the household,” she adds.
Be Romantic
While practicality is great, anniversaries are for drawing attention to your love. Celebrate the romantic love that drew you together and continues to pull you toward one another over time. Show your special guy that he still holds that same place in your heart now as he did the day you decided to commit to each other. Choose a gift that highlights these things.
Why Trust The Spruce?
KJ Callihan writes for The Spruce, comes with years of writing product-based articles, and loves shopping for the perfect gifts for her family and friends. For this gift guide, we also interviewed gift expert Elisabeth Jones-Hennessy, Founder and CEO of GiftMeChic, who has worked as a buyer for brands like Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue, as well as gift curator for her own company.
