Looking for sentimental gifts for boyfriend? I’ve got you covered. This list includes 24 amazing sentimental Christmas gifts for boyfriends and offers something for every budget. Sentimental gifts can be perfect for a new love, a long standing relationship, and especially a long distance boyfriend. Check out our list of cute, easy and unique gifts for him.
Sentimental Christmas Gifts for Boyfriend
Personally, I love getting something sentimental, but not too cheesy for my guy when holidays and birthdays roll around. Of this list, my absolute favorites are the customized leather toiletries bag, any of the sentimental keychains, and the photo explosion box. But ALL of these ideas are SO CUTE and you man is sure to love them!
My boyfriend (well fiancé now😉) and I have been together for 6 years now in what started as a long-distance relationship. Throughout this time and especially when we were living in different states I found a ton of these sentimental Christmas gifts for boyfriend to be the perfect way to send love his way. He LOVED his “see you soon” keychain, and photo gifts were always a huge hit.
Once we moved in together I started to lean towards the sentimental and cute yet practical gifts like the customized pocket knife, and the leather toiletries bag. No matter what you choose as a sentimental Christmas gifts for boyfriend, you’re sure to find something to love on this list.
If you’re looking for more ideas check out our articles for stocking stuffers for your boyfriend or care packages for your long-distance boo.
Sentimental Gifts for Boyfriend
Christmas is the perfect opportunity to get sentimental! Your guy is likely exchanging gifts with other family and friends and making your sentimental is a special way to distinguish your gift, and give him something special to remind him of your affection. Check out this collection of the perfect sentimental Christmas gifts for your bf.
Personalized Night Sky Star Map
Purchase your digital star chart poster here, and print it locally!
If you prefer to have the poster printed and mailed to you, check out this link!
Star charts have been SO popular and raving reviews have been shared by happy buyers all over the internet. You can customize the star chart to show the alignment of the stars the day you first met, the day of your first kiss, or any other sentimental or important day for your relationship.
Photo Cube
Create your own memory-filled photo cube here.
Create your own photo keepsake by submitting 11 photos and choosing a background color, and let this Etsy shop do the rest. This photo cube makes one of the most memory-filled sentimental Christmas gifts for your boyfriend.
Custom Keychain
Create your own sweet sentimental keychain here!
These keychains are useful, classy, and personal. It will mean so much to your boyfriend every time he sees it, but won’t be too over the top or public. It is a cute mostly private message between you and him that he can carry with him anywhere. He can put it on his key ring, and crack a smile every time he sees it and thinks of you.
Open When Love Letters
Personalize open when letters here.
Open when cards can be a beautiful and thoughtful Christmas gift for your guy. This set is extra special with hand written notes and wax seals. This unique gift gives your boyfriend a collection of sweet messages to last him months. And if you’re like me, and don’t have the best handwriting, ordering this custom set on Etsy is a lifesaver from a DIY fail.
Engraved Belt
Add your own personalized love note to a belt here.
I love the idea of putting a sweet and simple message on the inside of a custom belt. Something like “I love you” or “forever” will make a perfect sentimental Christmas gifts for boyfriend. Personally I’d steer clear of the engraving on the outside of the belt, as it may be an overkill. But to each their own!
Personalized Pocket Knife
You can order your personalized knife here.
What’s not to love about this customizable pocket knife! You can personalize it with your man’s monogrammed initials, his name, a sentimental quote, or any other sentimental message. A pocket knife is useful and practical, he’ll truly enjoy it for years to come. Personalizing it is the perfect sentimental touch to bring joy to his day every time he uses it.
Personalized Pendant Necklace
Purchase a pendant necklace with your custom message here.
Not all men are fans of jewelry, but this simplistic yet elegant pendant is perfect for any man! Make it a sentimental xmas gift for boyfriend by adding your name, initials, or a personalized message of love.
Photo Car Air Freshener
Purchase a car air freshener with your photo here.
Personalized air fresheners a cute and (potentially steamy🥵) sentimental Christmas gift ideas for boyfriend. Add a cute photo of the two of you, or spice it up with a pin-up or “beer poster” style shot of you. You can even go as far as to add a boudoir shot of you. Just be sure to keep it classy and modest enough for any passengers he may have in his vehicle, (and anyone who may walk by his vehicle!!) I LOVE the sample photo they used, it’s steamy, but not too much to adorn his vehicle.
Personalized Leather Toiletry Bag
Purchase a leather toiletry bag here.
As far as sentimental Christmas gifts for boyfriend goes, this one is a bit more on the practical side. But who doesn’t LOVE a high quality and personalized toiletry bag? I recommend customizing it with your guy’s initials, even though it won’t be as mushy as a love note, the personalization still makes it immensely sentimental.
Mashup License Plate
Order your license plate art here.
This one speaks for itself! It’s sentimental, but not in a mushy way. It’s a cool decoration he’ll love to see up in his room.
USB Mixtape
Ever given someone a mixtape or mix CD? While we don’t see those too often anymore, you can carry on the idea with this awesome vintage-looking USB drive mixtape! Just pop some music on it, and vwa-lah! A perfect sentimental Christmas gifts for boyfriend.
Custom Wallet
Create a one of a kind wallet for your guy here!
Everyone needs a good place to put their money and cards! A wallet is an essential item, and a perfect opportunity to personalize something your man will use every day. You can put his name or initials and add a personalized sweet message just for him. Take it a step further and put a cute photo of the two of you inside the wallet before giving it to him, or a selfie just for him!
Family Name Barware Set
Find this item on Etsy hereIs your man a fan of a nice glass of whisky like mine? This personalized bar kit is PERFECT! The decanter and matching shot glasses make a nice fancy set to serve him for the years to come. It makes a great sentimental xmas gift for boyfriend.
Leather Keychain locket
Photos are worth a thousand words. I love this classy leather keychain with a hidden photo and message. The casing makes the sentiment a bit more private (and the keychain durable). It’s especially nice that you can add multiple photos.
Apple Watch Strap
Get your apple watch strap here.
How cute is this sweet love note on the inside of an apple watch strap? My guy loves to switch out his Apple Watch straps and this is certainly a sweet gift he would get a lot of use out of. And he’ll think about you every time he wears it!
Leather Photo Keychain
Personalize a leather photo keychain for him here.
Minimalist Custom Cartoon
Get your photo transformed into a minimalist cartoon here.
Wooden Keychain
Photo Box
Purchase a photo box for him here.
Photo Explosion Gift Box
You can find photo explosion gift boxes here!
Couples Bucket List
Find this awesome bucket list box here.
Gamers Keychain
Get a gamer couples keychain for the video game-loving man in your life here.
Jackpot Bottle
You can find jackpot bottles for him here.
Engraved Leather Bracelet
Get an engraved hidden message leather bracelet here.
More Gift Ideas for Him
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- 5 Senses Gift Ideas for Him
- DIY Gifts for Boyfriend
- 20 Amazing DIY Gifts for Boyfriends
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