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20 Anniversary Gifts He'll Actually Love

By Perri Ormont Blumberg
April 10, 2019
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Indeed, selecting something your husband or boyfriend will actually love can be quite the challenge. Considering birthday and holiday gifts are also likely in the annual mix, you may be running low on ideas when your anniversary rolls around. Fear not. We waded through the Endless Sea of Fella-Friendly Presents to find the best of the bunch.
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Minted. Lightly Gilted Custom Photo Art by Jessica Williams

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A personalized print celebrating your love makes for the perfect addition to his work desk or the living room.

Minted.com; from $57.

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Whiskers Laces The Smurfs Fiver Box

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This bold assortment of five striped shoelaces will ensure your husband or boyfriend always stands out in a crowd.

WhiskerLaces.com; $59.96.

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Wendell August Forge Royal Rocks Glass

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This copper gift is fitting for a seventh anniversary, but also makes a great present for him, no matter what milestone you're celebrating.

WendellAugust.com; $32 each.

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Every Man Jack Sandalwood Grooming Beard Balm

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For the fella that landscapes his beard as much as the lawn, this moisturizing cream will ensure his beard stays in tip-top shape.

EveryManJack.com; $10.

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Poncho Fishing Shirt

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Designed by Texas native Clay Spencer, you won't be annoyed if your man "doesn't change" and shows up in this fashionable button-down after a day out on the water. Bonus: After a long day of fishing, he'll appreciate the shirt's self-wicking and drying properties, coupled with its UV protection.

PonchoOutdoors.com; $69.95.

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Olivina Men Bourbon Cedar Cologne

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Available as both a solid cologne or spray, this scent is inspired by the wood-aging of bourbon. We hear it pairs well with a bottle of his favorite sipper.

OlivinaMen.com; $20-40.

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Minted. Where the Heart Is by Annie Clark

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Masculine yet sentimental, mark the geographic location where you first said "I love you," shared a first kiss, or tied the knot.

Minted.com; from $29.

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Shiny Little Blessings Personalized Guitar Pick and Leather Case

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For the man always strumming on his six-string, surprise him with an engraved guitar pick and monogrammed leather holder.

Etsy.com; $27.62.

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Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Box

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This monthly subscription service makes for a stellar gift for a man who loves to get creative with happy hour. (Even better: You'll benefit from his mixology lessons, too.)

ShakerAndSpoon.com; from $50 for one-month.

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Rockwell 6C - Safety Razor Shaving Kit

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This traditional shaving kit features the 6C Razor, which adjusts to six blade angles to make sure your he gets a smooth shave without irritation or ingrown hairs. Your fella will also love the old-school natural barbershop shave cream (warning: you may want to "borrow" it, too).

GetRockwell.com; $79.

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Stormy Kromer Waxed Cotton Tough Mitts

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Cotton is calling! Celebrate your second year of marriage (or any anniversary) with these waxed cotton, water-resistant gloves designed for outdoorsmen.

Hats.com; $59.99.

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American Freedom Distillery Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon

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The founders of this fine spirits company are Special Forces veterans that served in Afghanistan after 9/11. As a tribute to our country, each of the bottles are molded by steel from the World Trade Center.

Shop.AmericanFreedomDistillery.com; $59.99

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Minted. Your Vows as an Art Print

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Turn your words of commitment into artwork you'll both cherish forever. You pick the font, color, and more, and let Minted do the grunt work to make a standout piece.

Minted.com; from $56.

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Craft A Brew Home Brewing Kits

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Does your fella love craft brews and DIY projects? Combine these two passions into one handy box where he can create his own IPAs, stouts, and other delectable beers.

CraftABrew.com; from $45.

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ESPRO P5 Coffee Press

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Even if it's not your copper anniversary (seven years), any coffee aficionado will appreciate this sleek coffee brewer. Isn't it a work of art, too?

Espro.ca; from $79.95.

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CanvasPop Canvas Print

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Create a one-of-a-kind, museum-quality canvas photo for the man in your life that will hang proudly on display for years to come.

CanvasPop.com; from $39.

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Moral Code Oliver Premium Leather Wallet

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Choose either brown or black for this elegant, functional wallet that makes a thoughtful gift for the traditional third anniversary gift of leather goods.

Shop.MoralCode.com; $48.

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Underwood Pinot Noir & Pinot Gris Mixed Four-Pack

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Does your guy love camping? If he could use something a little more festive to unwind with at the end of the day, this Oregon wine is sure to be a new go-to on the trails — or even for backyard grilling if lacing up hiking boots isn't his thing.

Shop.UnionWineCompany.com; $28.

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SPIbelt Running Belt with Window

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Besides runners, this gift is ideal for guys who love fishing, golfing, hiking and other outdoor activities. He'll love being able to play music and access his texts with ease thanks to the belt's snug positioning on his waist and the smart touch compatible screen window. And now he'll have no excuse to not update you that tee time is running a bit late.

Spibelt.com; $29.99.

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My Sky Moment

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Pick the date and location that is most meaningful to you and your beau for a sky map showcasing how the stars looked on that very night. To customize it even more, you can also add a photo.

MySkyMoment.com; $49.95.

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1 of 20 Minted. Lightly Gilted Custom Photo Art by Jessica Williams
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4 of 20 Every Man Jack Sandalwood Grooming Beard Balm
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