Hi guys!

I was thinking the other day what present should I buy for my friend. It was his birthday. I wanted something special, original and masculine. I couldn’t think of anything like that and I ended up buying a simple shirt. Anyway, I though this would be a great topic to post about at Urban Monarch, “Good Gifts for Men”.

I really like the website, keep it up like this.

Regards,
Bruno (from Argentina)

Hi Bruno,

Buying a friend a gift can sometimes be a tough item to purchase. If it is one of your best friends and a special occasion, it should be something thoughtful and personal. However for most guys on most occasions there are some easy, universal gifts that are appropriate . Personally I like to stick with temporary gifts that are either consumed or experienced. That way the receiving party isn’t getting stuck with something they have to hang on to forever just because it was a gift. I also try and buy something they would like but wouldn’t necessarily purchase for themselves.

A few suggestions:

Alcohol

Most people drink, and if they do, they usually have a preference of liquor, wine, or beer. Choose their libation of choice and it’s hard to go wrong. Also, the receiver will probably crack open their new present to share.

Events

There are plenty of events around to suit a man’s interest. This could be a concert, a sports game, a book signing or even a tequila tasting. Keeping their interests in mind an event should be easy to find. To make sure they have the date free, simply say “Keep this evening open, I’m taking you somewhere for your birthday.” Buy two tickets and you’re celebrating with your friend.

Meals or Drinks

Taking someone out makes it very easy to get them something they want. Simply tell the recipient you want to take them out for a birthday dinner/drink, ask their preferences and go. Pick up the check and you’re done.

-Greg

Anyone else?