Christmas Gifts for Your Brother

By Mary Shannon Wells
August 23, 2017
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Do you have a hard time deciding what to get your brother for Christmas every year? Even though you’ve known him your whole life, your brother can be difficult to shop for because you know he won’t hesitate to tell you when he doesn’t like something. This year will be different: You will find the best Christmas gift for your brother right on this list. These are the best Christmas gift ideas for a brother, whether he’s an outdoorsman, an athlete, a tech-obsessed guy, a gamer, a cook, or a traveler. You’ll want to order multiples of these cool gifts for guys to give to your brother, husband, dad, and every other guy on your holiday gift list. So start checking off your need-to-buy Christmas list (we know you already have one started), and get your brother the best Christmas gift he’ll receive this year. These brother Christmas gifts will even top whatever Mama gets him.
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These are The Coolest Gifts for the Guys in Your Life

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Handheld Pac-Man Arcade Game

Urban Outfitters

Buy It: $25.95; urbanoutfitters.com

Bring his old favorite arcade game back and see him light up.

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Final Touch Beer Tasting Set

Bed Bath & Beyond

Buy It: $29.99; bedbathandbeyond.com

If your brother needs to stop drinking his beer from a red plastic cup, give him an upgrade with this 13-piece set.

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“How To Be A Gentleman” Book

Brooks Brothers

Buy It: $36; brooksbrothers.com

Whether you give it to him as a joke or a serious suggestion, this book is part of a collection that every Southern gentleman should take note of.

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Ghirardelli Gold Bar Tin

Ghirardelli

Buy It: $15.95; ghirardelli.com

Since you can’t get him real bars of gold (and if you can, send us some), give him 12 gold bars made of chocolate instead.

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Harry’s Winston Set

Barneys New York

Buy It: $30; barneys.com

He’ll have no excuse if he’s not clean-shaven for lunch with Mama.

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Orvis Fish Bottle Opener

Orvis

Buy It: $12.95; orvis.com

Add this bottle opener to your fisherman brother’s bar collection.

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Tervis 2-Pack Gift Set

Tervis

Buy It: $33.99;tervis.com

If he’s not an outdoorsman, there are other emblem options to choose from, but your brother will have these durable cups forever.

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JBL GO 2 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker

Amazon

Buy It: $39.95; amazon.com

Compact and waterproof, this Bluetooth speaker will be his new favorite travel companion.

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Custom Pet Silhouette Art

Minted

Buy It: from $32; minted.com

If “man’s best friend” is especially true at your brother’s house, this personalized gift couldn’t be more meaningful.

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Lodge Chef Collection Skillet

Sur La Table

Buy It: from $29.95; surlatable.com

Every Southern chef, whether novice or seasoned, should have a classic cast-iron skillet in the kitchen. This timeless gift will last him a lifetime.

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Away x Tile Luggage Tag

Away

Buy It: $30; awaytravel.com

If your brother is a frequent (or forgetful) traveler, this luggage tag comes with a Tile Slim inside so he’ll never lose track of his bag.

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Under Armour Men’s Tech T-Shirt 2.0

Dick's Sporting Goods

Buy It: $25; dickssportinggoods.com

He might not realize that his favorite workout shirt is looking and smelling less than sanitary, but you do, so replace it for him with a shiny new one. This one comes in dozens of colors to fit his style.

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Paper Source Ascot Stationery

Paper Source

Buy It: sets from $35.80; papersource.com

Every man needs personalized stationery on hand, and this style is sleek and timeless.

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Tickermaster Gift Card

Tickermaster

Buy It: from $25; ticketmaster.com

You might not have the same taste in music or comedy, and you can’t always confirm his schedule will align with an upcoming show without ruining a Christmas surprise. With a Ticketmaster gift card, he can buy tickets to a show he wants to see when he’s able to go.

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TaylorMade Golf Collegiate Golf Balls

TaylorMade Golf

Buy It: from $39.99; taylormadegolf.com

Your brother can show his love for his college team while on the course with these fun golf balls.

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Cathy’s Concepts Initial Brown Leather-Wrapped Flask Set

Dillard's

Buy It: $44; dillards.com

His tailgate has never looked so classy than with a leather flask (complete with a monogram, of course).

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Birchbox Grooming Subscription

Birchbox

Buy It: from $30; birchbox.com

Treat your bro to a little box of wellness each month with a Birchbox subscription he can personalize to fit his self-care needs.

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Your Drawing as Art Print

Minted

Buy It: from $32; minted.com

If you have any of his old artwork from childhood, this sweet gift is a must-buy.

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Mark & Graham Canvas and Letter Slouch Travel Case

Mark & Graham

Buy It: from $25; markandgraham.com

Every guy could use a Dopp kit refresh, and these can be marked with every Southerner’s favorite—a monogram!

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Drake Waterfowl Men’s Camp Fleece Pullover 2.0

Dick's Sporting Goods

Buy It: $54.99; dickssportinggoods.com

If his favorite sweatshirt has seen better days, give him a comfy and stylish option to replace it with (at least for public settings). This fleece comes in four color combinations.

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“Make Your Bed” Book

Paper Source

Buy It: $20; papersource.com

Admiral William H. McRaven gives everyday wisdom and life advice that a guy of any age should take to heart.

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Away The Insider Packing Cubes

Away

Buy It: $45 per set of four; awaytravel.com

These handy packing cubes will be a lifesaver for your brother on the move.

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Ticket Stub Diary

Uncommon Goods

Buy It: $14; uncommongoods.com

Whether he’s into sporting events, movies, plays, or all of the above, he can rack up ticket stubs and look back on them fondly in one place. This is also a great keepsake for fathers and their kids to remember events they attended together.

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Beige Marble & Acacia Wood Square Coasters

Dillard's

Buy It: $20 per set of four; dillards.com

Mama would pitch a fit if she found out your brother was getting drink rings on her antique table she gave him. Be sure that never happens with a cool set of coasters.

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Anker PowerCore 10000 Portable Charger

Amazon

Buy It: $29.99; amazon.com

If his phone is always dying before he can give Mama a call back, he’s in need of a portable charger.

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