1. Clothing

No boy looks bad in a solid color T-shirt. No boy looks bad in black, white and gray.

If he is obsessed with sports, for example, he is a basketball/football fan who has several pages in his circle of friends full of football games. Then give the all-purpose sports brand Adidas Nike. If you just browse around the store, you can buy normal models. The logo shouldn’t be too big.

Don’t think too much about whether this piece of clothing is the style he wants most at the moment, just consider that it is a universal style that he can wear at any time.

It’s a little more difficult than a T-shirt, but remember, simple and classic styles are better.

Compared with T-shirts, sweaters with some small popular elements will be very outstanding. For example, thick lines, dark patterns, and mid-high collars.

Sweaters also include cardigans. Professor Do once created a sweater trend, and Do Minjun is still the benchmark for cardigans in my mind.

Clothes with more masculine gender characteristics

Shirts

No man does not need a white shirt.

No man does not need a black shirt.

If possible, I think all men need a navy blue shirt and a denim shirt.

Let a man try on the most formal and fitting formal shirt. You only need to give him a semi-casual and semi-business style that can roll up the cuffs and unbutton the buttons.

Completely casual styles are also available, but please be careful with the standard plaid shirts for otakus.

2. Ties

I fell down twice when buying ties. One time it was because of the pattern, and a male supporter at the time complained that it was the ugliest tie he had ever seen in his life. (Tired heart, vomiting blood). The other time was when I was practicing tying a tie, and I finally discovered that there are many different fabrics, widths, and lengths of ties, which directly affect the occasions when they are worn and the knots that can be tied.

If you want to give a tie to a man, if you are interested, please learn the skill: tie. From practicing on the back of a chair, to practicing on my roommate’s neck, to practicing in front of the mirror, I am now proficient in several simple tying methods such as flat knot, half windsor, and tying the Elle in front of the diagram. A difficult knot like Dredge.

I don’t know much about ties. For the time being, I can only distinguish between wide and narrow. The former is more formal and the latter is more casual. Choose according to your needs, and consult the store staff appropriately for their opinions. After all, the requirements for purchasing ties are higher than those for daily clothing.

Or I know everything: What are the basic ties that boys need? - Life

3. Short wallet

There is a trick when giving wallets, which I just learned: you can put 99 yuan in it, which means long-lasting.

Short style, 20% off, pocket-friendly is best. I know that many men wear long zippered handbags from famous brands, but for boys who dress freshly every day, if they don’t like backpacks when going out, it is more convenient to use a short wallet to put in the pocket of their pants.

According to my observation, 70% of the boys around me use short wallets. It has an absolute market share and cannot go wrong. Another 10% put money directly into their pockets. 10% use a long wallet to put in a backpack. There are still 10% unknown.

One time when I was shopping, I saw a simple men’s short wallet on sale, so I bought two in different colors. My brother took one away as soon as I got home, and the other one was given to my brother on his birthday not long after. It’s the kind of gift that doesn’t require much thought, but it’s decent, really.

Color: black, dark green, dark gray, camel, cowhide brown. It must be textured, low-key, atmospheric, and stable in color.

4. Accessories

Scarves

Every autumn and winter, the number of views on scarf knitting tutorial videos on the Internet is bound to soar. If you have time, knit a scarf and give it to the boy you care about. Even if it is the simplest plain stitch, even if the width and length are inconsistent, even if there are countless missed stitches.

Scarves are generally sold in men’s clothing brand stores and jewelry stores. Remember the universal black, white and gray.

If the other party has never worn a scarf and the winter there is not cold, we will not consider scarves.

5. Hats

Maybe not every boy can distinguish between a peaked cap and a camp cap, but I believe that both of them are their true love. Tips: The brim of a peaked cap is curved, while the brim of a camp cap is narrow and flat.

From Dickies, Stussy, NY to Supreme, etc., ranging from one or two hundred to six or seven hundred, they can fully meet the matching needs of boys who love hats. I also own several unisex ones that I wear with my sweatshirts. Even my dad sometimes picks them up and wears them when he goes out. Accessories like hats are to boys what bracelets and necklaces are to girls. You can never have too many.

Be cautious about gifting thin-line knitted hats that cover the ears. I do have male friends who are particularly partial to it, but...it can easily trigger minefields. Only boys with a certain style can hold it.

6. Daily necessities

Razors

Last month I wanted to give my dad a razor, so I asked for Amway in the voting circle and combined dozens of Reviews and homework on shopping websites, I suddenly understood the differences between double-ring, three-ring, in-line, etc., the brand advantages of Philips, Gillette, and Braun, and even what kind of stubble is suitable for manual and what kind of stubble is suitable for manual operation? Suitable for electric use.

Compared to giving it to dad, giving a razor to a man is so romantic...very considerate, life-like, and a little ambiguous, right?

Many girls ask for razor tips. I think the first thing you need to do is to ask around the corner whether your boyfriend likes to use electric ones. That day I sent out the voting circle, and several boys left messages saying that they preferred manual exercise.

Shaving is a habit. It is best to know whether they used multi-wheel or straight shaving before, and choose the same type and better brand model to send.

7. Consumables

Skin care products

Not only girls need skin care, boys also need it! I’m not advocating that boys should put on foundation, eyeliner, and makeup when they go out, but it’s really necessary to apply some skin care products after taking a shower, washing your face, and shaving.

Men’s skin is not that particular. Most of them are oily in summer and dry in winter. Without any interest, I recommend Innisfree's Forest Men's Toner and Lotion Set. It is an entry-level brand and price. There are two types, blue and green, suitable for different skin types. Find a reliable Korean brand for about 300 for a set. Let me say one more thing when it comes to purchasing on behalf of others. Girls must keep their eyes open. This industry is very deep and I won’t be able to teach you about it for a while. You still need to have basic identification skills.

I worked as a purchasing agent for Wanwan for a period of time in the first half of the year. At that time, male customers came to inquire about skin care products. I found that the student party paid more attention to a brand called UNO. After doing some research, I found that they have a two-in-one lotion that is both water and milk. It is very easy to use. Firstly, it is affordable and secondly, it is convenient (two-in-one means that you only need to apply this one, which is suitable for lazy otakus haha). I immediately placed an order for two as gifts for my boyfriend and dad.

Only two are mentioned above, and they are not expensive. If you have enough budget, many big brands also have men’s series. In the final analysis, there are three words, “do your homework”! Whether girls are buying things for themselves or giving gifts, they can learn more about other people’s experiences on shopping sharing websites.

Brothers, don’t think that giving material things is less thoughtful than handmade. In fact, giving gifts also takes a long time to pick and choose. I can spend an entire night shopping for a men's shirt, but since it's a gift, the other person can't try it on on the spot, so you can only compare and contrast.

8. Snacks

Boys usually don’t like snacks, but girls always share the delicious things they bought recently with guys, right? At this time you can observe which one your boyfriend prefers.

Once, an ex said that a certain cheese wafer was so delicious. After returning home in the evening, I immediately ordered a box and sent it to his dormitory. While caring for her boyfriend, she also pleased his roommate! At the same time, I also gave Amway to my best friend, so she tested it herself and cried, and then she also sent a box to her boyfriend. This is the legendary filling the world with love (bixin).

My ex, who is in a long-distance relationship, likes to eat a certain kind of fruit, so I ordered a box of it from Taobao. When sending fruits and other fresh food, be sure to remind your boyfriend that he must pick up the express delivery on the same day. Don’t be lazy!

Baking and cooking. Make some biscuits and cupcakes by yourself. I also like to make pickled pepper chicken feet and give them to friends as snacks, which are easy to store.

9. Pick your favorite game controller.

If the opponent loves to play football games such as live broadcasts and FIFA, a game controller is a good choice. Because I didn’t know much about it, I consulted a boy friend, and he sent me many links at once, all of which he planted himself. Since boys with the same hobbies like it very much, it means that your boyfriend probably likes it too, right?

Mechanical keyboard.

The principle is the same as above, the selection method is the same as above, do your homework and consult with male friends who are good at it.

Three-dimensional stadium puzzle. An ex likes football very much and is a fan of Manchester United, so I spent most of the night playing with a three-dimensional Old Trafford stadium. Well, the effect should have been quite good at that time. However, I have a less positive feeling, that is, every thoughtful handmade gift can easily touch me.

Periphery. When it comes to football, boys are also paranoid about it. Go to the official website of the team he supports to buy genuine peripherals, such as bracelets, water bottles, and jerseys. He will definitely like it. There are also some girls whose boys prefer basketball and anime, and the same goes for it.

10. Handmade books and cards.

Handmade books and cards. I am a handicapped person, and my artistic level is still at the kindergarten level. Avoid making photo albums and drawing cards of your own. But I am currently working on a lyrics book, inspired by the lyric version of the MV for "Like Sadness Has Been Downloaded Twice" by Shanni Chen and Youjia Lin. It's like sadness has been downloaded twice. First, I took screenshots of each page, and then listed all the materials I needed to buy them one by one. I estimate that at my level, it will take dozens of days to complete, but I am willing to be patient and complete it. This is unique.

Album. There are many ways to print photos on the streets and even on Taobao. If you have a lot of photos together, make photocopies of them.

11. Non-material thoughts

After writing it, I found that my answer is not really special or surprising, nor does it have a birthday atmosphere...

I My suggestion is that surprises do not have to be material. In addition to handmade products that are full of surprises, the gifts can still be mainly practical, supplemented by unique arrangements on the birthday.

Tell me about your own experience. On the birthday of a certain ex, I colluded with several friends early in the morning and sent him 99 happy birthday messages from different strangers in the early morning. Make a reservation for the restaurant two weeks in advance, and leave a small note with notes on it for the waiter and chef. Because he once mentioned a kind of egg noodles that he had eaten in his hometown before, I asked the kitchen to order an identical bowl that day. I originally wanted to cook in the kitchen myself, but the restaurant was very strict and did not allow customers to enter the kitchen. I selected a cake at a nearby cake shop, estimated how long it would take to arrive at the store, eat and be surprised, and asked the store to deliver it at the designated time. I had a meeting in another place that day. In order to come back in time for his birthday, I stayed up until four in the morning to finish all the tasks. After arranging everything, I came back early to have dinner with him. In short, when you devote yourself to the process of surprising another person, everything is romantic. And I don’t feel tired.

Coincidentally, last night I received a call from a friend asking for help, saying that he wanted to chase a girl but didn’t know how to show off. I counted them jokingly, balloons, flowers, cakes, chocolates, glow sticks, singing, candlelight dinners... When you are willing to give, there are many, many things you can do. The time and energy one spends on another person is visible, more obvious than love.

I hope all your thoughts will be cherished.