With the average American spending upwards of $35,000 on their wedding, we understand the need to find ways of saving a buck or two.
Luckily, there are several ways you can show your best friends you appreciate their support all while staying within your budget.
Here are 15 creative ideas for groomsmen gifts that will kick-butt and show your buddies you’re a classy groom who recognizes the help they’re providing you.
15 Creative Ideas for Groomsmen Gifts
Finding creative ideas for groomsmen gifts probably isn’t the first thing on your mind when you’re preparing for your big day. That’s why we’ve done the brainstorming for you with this list of 15 unique ideas that are sure to impress your best friends.
1. Matching Socks
Why not kill two birds with one stone? Find a rad pair of socks to match your wedding party’s color scheme and gift those to your groomsmen.
If you’re smart, you can find a high-quality pair that your buddies will be glad to wear for years to come.
2. Insulated Water Bottles
Being a groomsman is hard work. Your best guys are sure to work up a thirst, so help them stay hydrated with a nice insulated water bottle.
These great bottles keep liquids cold all day so your groomsmen can get a refreshing drink and get back to the real business of setting up chairs at your reception.
You can even go the extra mile and get their water bottles personalized.
3. A Tie Case
You may never have even heard of such a gift, but this classy piece of luggage is a great gift for groomsmen who want to stay looking sharp and crisp for your big day.
4. Matching Belts
Everyone gives their groomsmen matching ties, but what about matching belts? Or better yet, belt buckles.
Odds are your bride will love this gift too as it’s sure to step up your wedding party’s coordination game.
5. Monogrammed Money Clips
This practical gift is sure to be used by your buddies for several years. A slightly less costly gift too, you can even add a monogram to each clip to make it extra personal for your groomsmen.
6. Cufflinks
Okay, we know. This isn’t the most unique groomsman’s gift, but it’s a classic for a reason.
Few men wear cufflinks anymore so this gift is sure to impress your groomsmen who may have never worn them before your wedding.
7. A “Real Man’s Shaving Kit”
Give your buddies the gift of a real shave. Brush, cream, aftershave, give them the whole works for less than $30 a kit.
Your friends will love the feeling of a true, close shave.
8. Pocket Knife
Little else says “manly gift” like a pocket knife. One of the best perks about this particular groomsman gift is it ranges in price.
You can get ultra fancy with multi-facet knives and personalized monogrammed cases. Or, you can do a simple, nice, leather-bound nife your groomsman can carry with them on a keychain.
And speaking of keychains…
9. Combo Key Chain Phone Charger
Have you seen these awesome gifts? Probably not yet, they’re that unique. These handy little devices can be found in a variety of patterns and colors.
They work as both a place to loop all your keys and come with a plug-in end so your friends can charge their phones on the go.
Often you can find chargers that are adaptable for both an iPhone and Android so you don’t have to worry about it becoming a useless gift for half your party.
10. A Fountain Pen
No, this is not an old man’s gift. This great gift is professional and dignified. It will give your best friends an air of preparation and capability.
Not to mention, writing down a bridesmaid’s number on a napkin is far more old-school charming than casually handing over a cell phone with the “new contact” field blinking.
11. Monogrammed Hankies
Being a gentleman will never go out of style. It will also never cease to impress the ladies.
Your buddies are sure to thank you when you enable them to wipe some sentimental guest’s tears with their own, ready, hankie.
This is class at it’s finest.
12. Shoe Polish and Brush
If you have groomsmen traveling from out of town for your wedding, sometimes essentials can be overlooked. This is when a gift like shoe polish and a quality shoe brush can be extremely valuable.
The nice thing too, is that you already know what shade of polish to get since odds are, you told them what color shoes to wear.
13. Camping Flashlight
Are some of your best memories with your groomsmen from campouts or other outdoor adventures?
What better way to let them know you appreciate them and remember those good times, than a gift to draw on those experiences?
Simple outdoor gear like a flashlight is always useful. It’s also a good way to keep within a budget as you can choose size and quality.
This way, the next time they go camping and you are too busy with your new wife, they’ll still be able to think of your when they pull out this perfect gift.
14. A Groomsman Box
Can’t choose just one gift for the guys? Combine several small items into a groomsman box.
Shot glasses, keychains, an extra pair of socks, whatever you choose. Put all your favorite groomsman gifts into one and get your guys prepared all at one for the reception.
15. Solid Cologne
For frequent travelers, this flight-safe cologne option is perfect. Typically made with beeswax and natural scents, this is a gift no one has probably received before.
It’s a nice way to help the guys smell great without having to pack a glass bottle of cologne in their suitcase.
Personalized is Always Best
When it comes to finding creative ideas for groomsmen gifts, you can take even the most generic gift and make it unique with monogramming. And why not? These guys are taking time to share in and help in the biggest day of your life.
Give them something awesome. For ideas on various items you can have monogrammed, browse our “for him” category.