Tips for Getting the Best Gifts for Him

As you search for the best gifts for him, prepare for a challenge. Guys can be surprisingly picky. Before hitting the store, taking a few minutes to brainstorm can be helpful in giving you direction. Start with what guys are like in general, and move on to what he is like in particular. Think of his interests, qualities, hobbies and your relationship. The best gifts for him should be tailored for who he is.

Brainstorm About Him
Get out your pen and paper, and begin making a list of favorite activities, hobbies, foods he enjoys, favorite places to go, some memorable times you've shared, what makes him laugh and the things that make him special to you. This list will be a jumping-off point for your best ideas.
Use Your List to Extend to Gift Suggestions
Now read over your list. Maybe you wrote that he likes hockey. What kind of hockey gift could you get him? Tickets to a game, a jersey, an autographed puck, a book on famous hockey players: Any of these and more can come to mind when you work from your list.
Food Gifts
There are many ways to prepare an awesome food gift for him. Once you know what he likes, you can take it from there with any of these ideas: a basket of assorted samples of his favorites, a basket with ingredients for his favorite dinner (to be prepared by you), or a gift card to his favorite restaurant (or reservations and you've pre-ordered the food). The more creative you are, the better the food gift can be.
Experience Gifts
The gift of time is a great one. Plan time together, and surprise him. Something creative that you wouldn't do on a regular evening can be fun. Try a comedy club, a poetry reading, a book signing, or a picnic by candlelight (indoors or out). Give tokens to remind him of fun times you've had to add thoughtful touches.

With a little brainstorming and the inspiration above, you will find a present that will impress him and show that you have been thinking of him.