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Flasks were once a common — and much appreciated — groomsmen gift. But with metal detectors at every major sporting event and concert venue, most guys we know aren’t carrying them anymore.
If you’re looking for amazing groomsmen gifts for your guys, we have some great ideas beyond the classic flask.
From barware to travel essentials to accessories, here are some of the best groomsmen gifts for this year and next:
1. Whiskey Decanter
For a whiskey connoisseur, a sophisticated decanter makes for a great gift! This one screams refined gentleman. It’s perfect for placing on a bar cart alongside bottles of his favorite booze and cocktail-making essentials.
Want to give your guys an even greater gift? Add matching glassware and turn it into a decanter set complete with whiskey glasses, or include a bottle of his favorite spirit.
2. Tie Clip
A tie clip is a simple but functional gift for your groomsmen. It’s a keepsake that will always remind them of being in your wedding party, and they can wear it on the big day and for years after.
When it comes to color, classic silver is always a winner — it looks great with any tie.
As for style, there are lots of classic and quirky options to choose from. This timeless tie bar is available in various metallic finishes, including yellow gold and rose gold. It works for any wedding celebration.
If you’re getting married on the beach, this lobster tie bar is a fun and appropriate choice!
Related: 5 Things to Consider When Picking Groomsmen Attire
3. Travel Set
Are you having a destination wedding out of town or buying for groomsmen who love to travel?
Consider gifting your best buddies a travel set with a great duffle bag and a high-quality leather Dopp kit.
A lot of grooms like to give personalized groomsmen gifts. And there are many places where you can order travel bags and toiletry bags customized with your groomsmen’s name or monogram.
Depending on your style and budget, you can add accessories, such as a keychain, a leather wallet, or a multipurpose pocket knife. Those always come in handy when traveling!
4. Barbecue Tool Set
We all have that one friend who claims to be the “grill master.”
Maybe that’s your best man. Or maybe all of your groomsmen think they’re Aaron Franklin. Whoever it is, if there’s a guy in your wedding party who is constantly out on the patio barbecuing, take this opportunity to show how well you know them.
A BBQ tool set made of stainless steel will see them through every family get-together and tailgating party for the foreseeable future!
5. Cufflinks
Pair a tie bar with a set of cufflinks, and you have an instant gift that your favorite guys can wear on the big day and beyond!
Our dinnertime cufflinks with a knife and fork motif are a chic option for a formal event. And our dinosaur dig cufflinks offer a playful style (and pair well with a matching tie bar).
6. Personalized Beer Gift Set
For the groomsmen who love their suds, a personalized beer gift set is the perfect gift!
There are dozens of options to choose from that include drinking essentials, such as:
To make it an even more amazing gift, include a six-pack of whatever he likes to drink!
7. An Experience
Maybe your groomsmen already have all the gadgets they need. Maybe they are extra picky. Or maybe you just aren’t that into giving material gifts.
That’s okay!
One of the most unique groomsmen gifts you can give is an experience where you can make memories that will last a lifetime! There are options for every taste and budget.
Book a tee time for golf.
Grab some tickets to a ball game.
Take your entire wedding party to a concert.
Depending on the experience you arrange, you can also put together a little groomsmen gift set to go with the experience. For example, if you’re planning a golf outing, give each guy a small gift box with a new golf towel, tees, and golf balls.
A good rule of thumb when booking experiences:
Plan it for a few weeks after the wedding. Leading up to the big day, you’ll all be busy with the bachelor party, tux fittings, wedding rehearsal, and other important pre-wedding events.
Check out our entire collection of groomsmen attire & accessories, from tuxedo jackets to cufflinks!
Tips for Choosing Groomsmen Gifts
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When choosing great groomsmen gifts for your guys, there are a few routes you can take.
You can order a pre-assembled gift with multiple items of a specific theme. You can give one special gift that you hand-pick. Or, you can customize your own gift boxes with an assortment of items you know he’ll love.
Remember, there’s no rule that you have to give every guy in your wedding party the same gift. It’s perfectly fine to give each guy something specific to him or representative of the unique bond you and he share.
If you do choose to give everyone the same thing, it’s not uncommon for the best man gift to include a little something extra!
These gift ideas and tips also work when shopping for your Man of Honor!
There are so many groomsmen gift ideas to choose from that it’s easy to find incredible gifts that fit your budget and style.
Sure, the flask is a cool callback to the prohibition era. But in 2024, there are so many other great options!
The guys in your wedding party are some of the most important people in your life. Whether small or large, simple or over the top, giving thoughtful groomsmen gifts is the best way to thank your buddies for celebrating with you on your wedding day!
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