Groomsmen Gifts: 30 Gifts for the Best Man & Ushers
Our top present picks to thank your best man and ushers in style (or drop a few hints if you’ve been a good groom, too)
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Helping you shop for outfits, throwing the world’s best stag do, giving a hilarious (but not too risqué, obvs) speech, and being an all-round pillar of strength as you navigate any wedding nerves – your best man and ushers have a lot on their hands! So, it’s natural to want to show a token of your appreciation with the very best groomsmen gifts.
There are no hard and fast rules on what sort of gift you should get – or how much you should spend. If you want to stick to a smaller budget, there are plenty of affordable yet meaningful gifts for groomsmen out there to choose from.
There’s also a wealth of options that can be personalised – from playing cards and leather goods to glassware and socks. Alternatively, you might want to splurge on a stylish keepsake or item for the home – perhaps a pen, a luxury candle or even a watch.
Then, of course, if they have a hobby or there’s something you know they’ll particularly love, then go for it… golf balls or a dartboard, maybe? Or how about their favourite whisky?
When it comes to best man gift ideas and presents for groomsmen, the world really is your oyster. But to get you off on the right foot, we’ve put together 30 of our favourite gift suggestions for groomsmen. All you need to do is add to basket…
30 Best Groomsmen Gifts
You’ve trusted them with being part of your team, so now it’s time to find them the perfect gift. These are our favourite groomsman gifts for the best man and ushers to help thank them in style.
1. Pilot Sunglasses – Weekday
Weekday’s collection of sunnies are the essence of classic cool – but they’re also incredibly affordable, so you can pick up pairs for every member of your party. Sunglasses make an especially great gift for groomsmen if you’re planning a summer celebration or a destination wedding.
Expert take: Lovers of a 90s influenced wardrobe will adore these stylish aviators, but you’ll find something for every style and face shape online and in-store, including versatile black pairs and more futuristic gradient frames.
2. Gold & Onyx Cufflinks – Cufflinks.com
Cufflinks are a classic groomsmen gift and a really great keepsake, so lean into this tried and tested idea for your best man or ushers. We’d opt for this stylish combo of black and gold for a modern twist that will look great with formal black tie on the big day.
Expert take: This pair of cufflinks from Ox & Bull Trading Co features semi-precious onyx; gemologists describe this stone as a protector for harmonious relationships… feels like serendipity!
3. Hunter Leather Flask – Aspinal of London
Dutch courage doesn’t come any more stylish than this 6oz stainless steel flask wrapped in luxury full-grain leather from Aspinal of London. It even comes with two stainless steel cups – perfect for sharing a quiet moment (and a quick drink) together before the speeches. Choose from four different colour combinations, including black and cobalt blue suede.
Expert take: Make this gift extra special by adding on the personalisation option. It can be engraved with their initials.
4. Personalised Leather Belt – Vida Vida
Not On The High Street has a wealth of present ideas for groomsmen, and our pick would be this handmade leather belt which can be personalised with up to five letters for an extra special touch. It comes in brown or black leather, so you can choose whichever best matches the outfits on the big day.
Expert take: Like all quality leather gifts, this belt will wear well and only get softer and more supple over time. The five-star reviews of this groomsmen gift idea speak for themselves.
5. Whisky Gift Box – House of Bruar
If he’s a Scotch fan, this will feel like the ultimate treat. This luxury set features a 70cl bottle of House of Bruar’s 10-year single malt as well as a pair of cut-glass whisky tumblers, carefully hand-packaged in a box using wood wool to ensure it arrives safely.
Expert take: You’ll find plenty of whisky gift sets out there right now, but this one from House of Bruar is one for even the most discerning drinker, as well as being an original and memorable gift. We’ll toast to that!
6. Waffle Dressing Gown – Savile Row Company
Getting ready with your pals isn’t just for the bridal party, you know! We couldn’t think of a more relaxed way to spend the morning of your wedding than with your best man and groomsmen, a room-service breakfast, glass of fizz in hand, and – most importantly – matching luxury robes. We love this charcoal-grey waffle version from Savile Row Company, crafted from super-soft cotton. The ultimate groomsmen gifts of comfort.
Expert take: Choose from four shades of grey or black and monogram each one with his initials for an extra £12.95.
7. Personalised Dart Board – Darts Corner
Is he a die-hard arrows fan? A personalised dart board for his man cave is sure to score you major points. Our favourites come from Darts Corner – the competition-quality boards are made from African sisal, have ultra-thin wires and a staple-free construction, so they really are as good as it gets. Plus, it can be personalised with your choice of name, pub name, team name and more along the top and/or bottom.
Hey, maybe he’ll even invite you round for a game… Luke Littler, who?
Expert take: If you’re shopping specifically for best man gifts, consider making this extra special and pairing with some of the brand's personalised darts.
8. Classic Car Hire – Turo
Looking for best man gifts that are really out of the ordinary? Instead of a go-to physical gift, how about an experience – say, a drive in his dream car? Driving fans will love the opportunity to head out on the open road in one of Turo’s many cars and routes, whether it’s a convertible across Cornwall’s Atlantic Highway or an old vintage Morgan through the quaint Cotswolds.
Expert take: Choose from a range of options all over the UK, from Ford Mustangs to Porches – and even a Lotus Emira First Edition V6. Prices will vary depending on date of hire (also check out offers on multiple day bookings).
9. Personalised Leather Key Ring – Maxwell-Scott
Hand-stitched and crafted from luxury Italian leather by one of the most prestigious tanneries in the world, this stylish key ring can be personalised with the wedding date and/or your groomsman’s initials (up to six characters).
Expert take: Choose from three different leather colours, including tan and chocolate brown, as well as various different embossing options to really make this gift personal to your pal. Pick the luxury gift wrapping option to have it present-ready.
10. Personalised Tie Clip – Menkind
Is he always in a suit? With its sleek and slim design, this tie clip is ideal for the well-dressed groomsmen in your life. It features a spring-closing clip that fastens the tie to the shirt, so it doesn’t swing around.
Expert take: Not only is this gift idea really budget-friendly at £20 a pop, but it makes a great keepsake. The rhodium-plated clip can be engraved with up to 30 characters, too.
11. Charbonnel et Walker 007 Dry Martini Chocolate Truffles – Harvey Nichols
For the sweet-toothed friends in your life, treat them to a taste of sophistication by presenting them with these 007 Dry Martini Truffles from chocolatier extraordinaire, Charbonnel et Walker. A perfect token thank-you gift for Bond fans, too.
Expert take: Inspired by the iconic James Bond cocktail, the boozy dark chocolate truffles combine vodka gin vermouth and a twist of lemon. Shaken not stirred, obvs.
12. Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense – Jo Malone London
If you’re going to go scent-imental (sorry) with the gift of fragrance, we highly recommend you go all out with something really special. A fresh-to-formal woody scent with notes of warm amber, juicy grape and aromatic vetiver, if Jo Malone’s Cypress & Grapevine Cologne is good enough for Tom Hardy, we’re pretty sure it’ll be good enough for your best man.
Expert take: For an extra £10, you can have the bottle engraved. Plus, every time he wears it, he’ll be reminded of the wedding and just how much fun it was. What’s not to love about that?
13. Bridle Hide Travel Shoe Horn – Ettinger London
If he’s got a drawer full of dress socks and more watches than you can shake a stick at – how about something completely different? We adore Ettinger London’s range of luxury keepsake gifts and think this foldable metal shoe horn would make a rather stylish yet functional addition to his shoe rack, drawers or travel bag.
Expert take: Choose from a wide range of colours, including navy, racing green, tan and more. You can also have this piece embossed with his initials in blind, gold or silver.
14. Barbour Leather Coin Wallet – Farrar & Tanner
Another timeless gift idea for the best man, groomsmen and ushers, this sleek leather wallet from Barbour combines style with functionality impeccably. Featuring a touch of classic Barbour tartan and eight card pockets, it’s something he'll take everywhere.
Expert take: Level up your present game by having this embossed with their name or initials on the inside.
15. Mantidy Herringbone Grooming Roll – Soroka
He’ll be primed and prepped to perfection with this old-school grooming roll from Mantidy, featuring six carbon steel manicure tools in a combination of silver, gunmetal and brass. The leather roll adds a touch of luxury that’ll make his monthly DIY manicure feel like a treat.
Expert take: If keeping his nails in tip-top shape is a priority, this is a seriously stylish keepsake gift he’ll love. We’re pretty sure his watch will thank you for it, too.
16. Personalised Crystal Decanter – Boutique Gifts
Gift him a stylish addition to his drinks trolley with this distinctive crystal decanter from Boutique Gifts. The square design features a facet ball stopper and can be engraved with two lines of text in an elegant script font.
Expert take: As well as being a great groomsmen gift idea, this would also be a lovely present option for the father of the bride.
17. Customisable Lined Faux Leather Notebook – The Ink Pot
Stylish, practical and perfect for jotting down any memories, speeches or important details for the big day, these customisable A5 notebooks from The Ink Pot are crafted with thick, premium lined paper and comes with handy straps.
Expert take: Choose from three different colourways, including dark green (pictured), navy or silver with varying straps. You can also select the foil colour and personalise with up to eight characters for a truly personal groomsmen gift.
18. Monogrammed Socks – Pantherella
Classic, butter-soft and monogrammed with his initials… Pantherella would always be our go-to for a pair of signature dress socks for your groomsman. Pick a pair that matches the wedding theme or go bold with an on-trend clash of colours.
Expert take: Choose from cashmere, cotton or wool socks, depending on your budget and pal’s preferred style – all fabrics have a wide range of colour options to choose from.
19. Large Leather Smoke Candle – Connolly
The ultimate – and probably the simplest – way to elevate his home space, a luxury scented candle makes a brilliant best man gift if cosy vibes are his thing. They’re also the kind of present that you never think to buy for yourself, so we have no doubt a gift like this would be appreciated.
Expert take: For a scent that’s warming and woody, we love Connolly’s Grain 1001 Leather Smoke candle, which comes in a gorgeous caramel-coloured glass that looks beautiful when lit. It features a rich fusion of cedar wood, guaiac wood and sandalwood along with notes of birch, tree moss and leather.
20. Framed Print – Custtom
Maybe you’ve got a favourite group photo from the stag, a throwback snap of the two of you, or perhaps you want to present them with a special photo gift after the wedding day. Whatever the photo memory, Custtom offers a great selection of high-quality framed print styles that make the perfect keepsake. For something that will look great on any wall, we love a classic black and white number.
Expert take: Can’t choose between images? Why not go for a photo collage instead.
21. Personalised Brut – Chapel Down
There’s perhaps no better gift to give a booze connoisseur than an excellent bottle of fizz. Allow us to point you in the direction of Chapel Down and its rather fantastic English sparkling wine. The classic Brut is the brand’s bestseller, with crisp notes of apple, citrus and strawberry. You can personalise the bottle, too, by adding a message to the neck label.
Expert take: It may seem like a default gift, but a luxury bottle like this is perfect for someone who wouldn’t normally splash out on a celebratory bottle themselves. Plus, they’ll be reminded of you – and the big day – when they finally pull it out of their drinks cabinet and pop it open.
22. Aromatic L’Occitan Collection – L’Occitane
Pampering gift sets make ideal best man gifts and they don’t get more special than those from L’Occitane. This sophisticated set will transport him to the sun-drenched lavender fields of Provence, with twists of nutmeg, black pepper and smoky woods for added depth and character that lingers on the skin.
Expert take: The set includes three full-size essentials, including the iconic L’Occitane Homme shower gel, the eau de toilette and soothing after-shave balm.
23. Fix Up Look Sharp Shaving Pot – Boutique Gifts
Before you say your ‘I do’s, you perhaps have another proposal that needs to be accepted. So why not pair it with this fun, personalised shaving pot from Boutique Gifts? Honouring your pals by asking them to be by your side on the wedding day is a huge deal, after all.
Expert take: Not only is this present incredibly useful and durable (it’s crafted from scratch-resistant ceramic), but it’s also a great budget-friendly gift idea for groomsmen that can be personalised too.
24. Timex Marlin Moon Phase Quartz Watch – Watch Nation
Tick tock – get me to the wedding on time! For a keepsake he’ll truly cherish, a classic timepiece never goes out of style. This sturdy watch design from Timex features a sophisticated brown leather strap and rich green dial.
Expert take: A brilliant blend of vintage aesthetic and modern functionality, this watch style works for both casual and formalwear, so he’s sure to get plenty of wear out of it.
25. Lobster Bottle Opener – Fortnum & Mason
For the best man who has everything, this iconic bottle opener from Fortnum & Mason is the eye-catching homeware piece he never knew he needed until now… and might even come in handy on the big day if you need a hand behind the bar!
Expert take: The coolest way, IOHO, to tell your pal he’s your lobster (well, him and the one you’re marrying, obvs).
26. Vintage Brass Wood Fountain Pen – Frederick & Fölsch
If you want a memorable keepsake gift for a stationery lover, this beautiful pen from Frederick & Fölsch is something of a masterpiece. This design features a carved wooden body with a traditional brass neck and high-quality gold tip.
Expert take: Not only is this a timeless present, but the idea of pens as groomsmen gifts is also packed with symbolism. They’re traditionally given to express love, respect and appreciation, and are often thought to signal empathy and goodwill.
27. Beers & Treats Gift Set – Imp & Maker
A celebratory hamper has to be the ultimate gifting hack – and some of our favourites come from Imp & Maker. The Beers & Treats hamper features a tasty smorgasbord of luxury truffle nuts, crisps and popcorn as well as four Noam lagers. If you’re lucky, he might even crack one open with you!
Expert take: This is a great groomsmen gift idea if you plan on sending your present directly to your recipient. Just remember to fill out the complimentary message card.
28. Fujifilm Instax Mini 40 Instant Camera – John Lewis
With its classic black silhouette, built-in flash and fast, functional controls, this cool Fujifilm camera is one of the best instant cameras on the market – and perfect for capturing moments on the big day and beyond.
Expert take: Remember to get some film to go alongside it!
29. Clinique for Men Age Repair Kit – Marks & Spencer
Your groomsmen will be criminally smooth with this trio of miniatures from the skin experts at Clinique, featuring 30ml versions of the iconic face wash, anti-age moisturiser and shave cream.
Expert take: This set is travel-friendly – perfect for the guy who’s always on the go (or about to jet off on your destination do!)
30. Playing Cards Set – Not Another Bill
Encourage fun and games among your ushers with this high-quality playing cards set housed in a vibrant leather case to make it brilliantly travel friendly. Choose from four different colours.
Expert take: The luxury leather case can be monogrammed to make this cute gift even more unique. A perfect keepsake – and great for any post-wedding games nights you have planned!
Do Groomsmen Get Gifts?
There are no set rules in place of what the members of your wedding party should or shouldn’t get – and that includes the groomsmen. However, if you want to show a token of your appreciation, and you can afford to do so, then of course – be inspired by our present ideas for groomsmen and get them something you know they will love.
There are also no rules on when you should give your gift, should you choose to buy one. While many grooms will choose to give the groomsmen gifts on the morning or day of the wedding, others might do it before or after the wedding, which gives you one less thing to think about on the day itself.
Does the Best Man Buy the Groom a Gift?
The best man is under no obligation to buy the groom a present for his wedding day – they’ll likely have been working hard to make sure the groom feels supported in the run up to, and on, the big day. Of course, if he wishes to get a present, then that’s fine too.
If you want to get the groom something special as the best man, why not team up with the other groomsmen? You could get something for the groom to open on the morning of the wedding, something funny that could be gifted as part of your best man’s speech, or it could even be tickets to something like a sporting event or gig that you can all attend at some point after the wedding day.
Do Groomsmen Buy the Groom a Gift?
So, do groomsmen give wedding gifts? Well, in our opinion, your presence is a gift enough! As with the best man, there is no obligation, but if you want to treat your pal to something then you could all club together to purchase something really special. Alternatively, you could join together to get a gift for the newlyweds.
Now the groomsmen gifts are sorted, it’s time to check out some wedding suit options.
