What men want: The ultimate gift guide plus Black Friday deals

Surprise the men in your life with this gift guide. PHOTO: Getty
Surprise the men in your life with this gift guide. PHOTO: Getty

SINGAPORE – You know how shopping for your loved one who already has everything, or at least everything they need is like. Especially when it comes to shopping for men! On the one hand, you wish to gift something meaningful or at least practical. But, on the other hand, your partner, father, father-in-law, brother and bestie seem to have them all already.

In this gifting guide, we share with you some gifting ideas, be it for the upcoming festive holidays, anniversaries, birthdays or special occasions for the most important men in your life. We include top merchants, popular brands, as well as under-the-radar shopping sites for your discerning recipients. We hope this comprehensive gifting guide will save you some headaches as we approach the gifting season. We suggest you bookmark this page as we will be updating the best deals regularly!

But for now, let’s do some serious shopping with the ongoing Black Friday, Cyber Monday deals going on!

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Clothes

Calvin Klein

Known for their clean aesthetics, Calvin Klein is the ultimate go-to for men who wants comfort and style while maintaining a low-key presence. So gift your men this ultra-comfortable CK underwear, T-shirts and accessories.

Black Friday sale: Get up to 30% off, plus an extra 10% off sitewide

Mr Porter

A male version of Net-A-Porter, Mr Porter, offers a wide range of luxury gift options, from clothes, shoes, accessories and everything in between. Check out their perfect present section for gifting inspiration.

Marks & Spencer

As they say, shoes maketh the man. So get your man a pair of dress shoes in time for the party invites to come. Marks & Spencer also houses a wide variety of items ranging from clothing staples for work and casual wear.

Black Friday sale: Buy one, get one 50% off.

Grooming

Which man doesn’t need a shave now and then? These grooming products are sure to be well-received, given that all men need these grooming tools and skincare regularly.

Manscaped

Should your man be particular about grooming, especially his erm man parts, Manscaped's wide range of grooming products will serve him well. For example, get the Perfect Package 2/3 Kit, Manscaped Lawn Mower 2.0 + Crop Preserver, or the Refining The Gentleman MANSCAPED Trim and Snip 4.0. Although personal grooming is serious business, a gift from Manscaped is sure to bring on some smiles to your recipient.

MANSCAPED™ Nuts and Bolts 3.0, Men's Grooming Kit, S$135

MANSCAPED™ Nuts and Bolts 3.0, Men's Grooming Kit. PHOTO: Amazon.
MANSCAPED™ Nuts and Bolts 3.0, Men's Grooming Kit. PHOTO: Amazon.

Black Friday sale: Return to Amazon, Lazada and Shopee for best price reveal from 26 November. Plus, stack vouchers to save even more!

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Gillette

Looking for limited-edition gifts that not only performs but looks good? Consider Singapore’s first-ever gold handle limited edition MVP razor from Gillette. Its magnetic stand is not only handy, it also completes the bath sink. Available on Shopee, Lazada and Watsons Online.

Gillette Limited Edition MVP Set, S$45.90

Gillette Limited Edition MVP Set. PHOTO: Lazada
Gillette Limited Edition MVP Set. PHOTO: Lazada

Black Friday sale: Return to Lazada and Shopee for best price reveal from 26 November. Plus, stack vouchers to save even more!

Sephora

One-stop beauty shop, you will find yourself with a dizzying array of men’s grooming products from hair, bath, fragrance, skincare to choose from. Not sure which brands to look out for? Check out Lab Series, Clinique, SKII, Origins and Sephora collection.

Black Friday sale: Enjoy 15% off with up to S$100 spend or get 20% off with S$100 spend or more.

LookFantastic

Initiate your man into a grooming routine if he hasn’t had one already. Look out for brands like Bulldog Skincare for Men, ESPA and Redken Brews that is sure to elevate his grooming game.

Black Friday sale: Get up to 60% off with code “PARTY’.

Current Body

Claiming the title of "Beauty device experts", you will find an array of beauty and grooming gadgets at Current Body. Allow these beauty tools to do the hard work for your man!

Black Friday sale: Enjoy early access to Black Friday deals of up to 70% off.

Robinsons

When in doubt, head to Robinsons online. From undergarments, shoes, clothes, skincare, accessories, tech and even toys for the big man, you are guaranteed to find something for him.

Black Friday sale: Enjoy early access to Black Friday deals of up to 80% at Robinsons.

Zalora

Who knew Zalora houses so many products for men, on top of their wide range of fashion apparel? Men's skincare, haircare, sun care and other grooming essentials, you name it, Zalora has it.

Black Friday sale: Enjoy deals of up to 80% off + up to 50% upsized vouchers.

Fragrance

Gifting fragrance is a tricky business. However, as long as you know your recipient’s preferences, such as woody or citrus, simply look out for these notes in the main ingredient list, and you’re all set!

Bvlgari Man Wood Essence Eau De Parfum Pouch Set, S$180

Bvlgari Man Wood Essence Eau De Parfum Pouch Set. PHOTO: Sephora
Bvlgari Man Wood Essence Eau De Parfum Pouch Set. PHOTO: Sephora

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Jo Malone Men’s Fragrance & Body Care Kit (Limited Edition), S$105

Jo Malone Men’s Fragrance & Body Care Kit (Limited Edition). PHOTO: Sephora
Jo Malone Men’s Fragrance & Body Care Kit (Limited Edition). PHOTO: Sephora

The gift of health

Vitable

There’s no better gift than the gift of health. Try Vitable, Australia’s top sustainable supplements merchant. Answer some questions on your lifestyle and requirements, and Vitable will propose the supplements you need. Pick and choose from their proposed list, and viola, the supplements will come to you individually packed in compostable packs. Great for busy, on-the-go health and eco-conscious people.

And for a very limited time only, key in code “TREES25” to enjoy 25% off sitewide.

Vitable - personalised daily vitamin packs. PHOTO: Vitable
Vitable - personalised daily vitamin packs. PHOTO: Vitable

iHerb

Housing hundreds and thousands of supplements, skincare, sun care and even grocery from around the world, you are sure to find something suitable for the most important men in your life.

Black Friday sale: Check out iHerb’s daily Black Friday sales with new offers every day.

Alcohol

Are you looking for something for that upcoming festive party? Or does your man have extremely discerning taste? Try these alcohol options below.

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2021 Edition), $1,523.02

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2021 Edition). PHOTO: Master of Malts
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2021 Edition). PHOTO: Master of Malts

Also try That Boutique-y Gin Company Advent Calendar (2021 Edition)

Black Friday sale: Don’t miss daily deals on Master of Malts.

Vinomofo

For wine lovers and those who appreciate the art of fine living.

Black Friday sale: Get up to 50% off Vinomofo’s range of wines.

*Drink responsibly.

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