Groomsmen Gifts: 35 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, of course) 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 your appreciation with the 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 love, then go for it… golf balls or a dartboard, maybe? Or how about a bottle of their favourite tipple?
When it comes to best man gift ideas and thank you presents for groomsmen, the world really is your oyster. But to get you off on the right foot, we’ve pulled together 35 of our favourite gift suggestions for groomsmen. All you need to do is add to basket…
35 Groomsmen Gifts: Thank You Gifts for the Best Man & Ushers
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 gifts for the best man and groomsmen to help thank them in style.
1. D Frame Polarised Sunglasses – Marks & Spencer
M&S’s latest 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 wedding party.
Sunglasses make an especially great gift for groomsmen if you’re planning a summer ceremony or destination wedding.
We love these D-frame polarised glasses which come in four colours, but you’ll find something for every style and face shape online and in-store.
2. Gold & Onyx Cufflinks – Cufflinks.com
Cufflinks are a classic groomsmen gift and a really great keepsake, so why not lean into this tried and tested idea for your best man or ushers?
We’d opt for this stylish combo of black and gold from Ox & Bull Trading Co at Cufflinks.com for a modern twist that will look great with formal black tie on the big day. Gemmologists even describe the semi-precious onyx 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. Make this best man gift extra special by adding on the engraved personalisation.
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 characters for an extra-special touch.
It comes in brown or black, so you can choose whichever best matches the outfits on the big day. Like all quality leather gifts, this belt will wear well and only get softer and more supple over time.
5. Whisky Gift Box – House of Bruar
If he’s a Scotch fan, this will feel like the ultimate treat. This luxury set from House of Bruar features a 70cl bottle of the label’s 10-year single malt as well as a pair of cut-glass whisky tumblers, carefully packaged in a box using wood wool to ensure it arrives safely.
An original and memorable gift for the discerning drinker… we’ll toast to that!
6. Waffle Dressing Gown – Savile Row Company
Getting ready with your pals isn’t just for the bridesmaids, 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 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. Choose from three shades 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.
Make it extra special by pairing with some of the brand’s personalised darts and maybe he’ll invite you round for a game… Luke Littler, who?
8. Classic Car Hire – Turo
Looking for gifts for the best man that are really out of the ordinary? Instead of a physical gift, how about an experience – say, a drive in his dream car?
Driving fans will love the opportunity to head out onto 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 countryside.
Choose from a range of options all over the UK, from Ford Mustangs and Porches – and even a Lotus Emira First Edition V6. Prices will vary depending on date of hire.
9. Personalised Leather Keyring – Showstopper Supplies
Available in a range of colours, fixings and font choices for personalisation, these luxury leather keyrings from Not on the High Street can be engraved with up to 255 characters and even custom icons to ensure each one is really personal to your pal.
We love the wide range of colours, which include whiskey brown, deep red and dark green. It also arrives packaged with care to ensure it's present-ready.
10. Personalised Tie Clip – Menkind
Is he often in a suit? With its sleek and slim design, this rhodium-plated tie clip from Menkind 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.
Not only is this gift idea a really budget-friendly option, but it makes a great keepsake. The clip can be engraved with up to 30 characters, too.
11. Charbonnel et Walker Whisky Truffles – John Lewis
For the sweet-toothed friend in your life, treat them to a taste of sophistication by presenting them with these delectable whisky truffles from chocolatier extraordinaire, Charbonnel et Walker.
The boozy truffles feature a dark chocolate ganache and Scotch whisky centre, all lightly coated in cocoa powder. The perfect token thank-you gift.
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 will be good enough for your best man. For an extra £10 you can have the bottle engraved, too.
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.
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 gold, silver or blind.
14. Cherwell Coin Bifold Leather Wallet – Dents
Another timeless gift idea for the best man, groomsmen or ushers, this sleek leather wallet from luxury British brand Dents combines style with functionality impeccably.
Crafted from lightly textured pebble grain leather and lined with a super-soft twill fabric, the clever design also features RFID blocking technology to ensure your pal’s cards and personal information are kept secure. Choose from three colour combinations.
15. Mantidy Herringbone Grooming Roll – Soroka
He’ll be primed and prepped to perfection with this old-school grooming roll from Mantidy at Soroka London, 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. 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 home bar or 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.
As well as being a great groomsmen gift idea or personalised best man gift, this would also be a lovely 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, speech notes or important details for the big day, these customisable A5 notebooks from The Ink Pot are crafted with thick, premium-lined paper and come with handy straps. Choose from three different colour combinations, including dark green, navy or silver (with varying straps).
You can also select the foil colour and personalise with up to eight characters for truly personalised groomsmen gifts.
18. Luxury Dress Socks – Pantherella
Cool, classic and butter-soft… Pantherella would always be our go-to for a pair of signature dress socks for your best man or groomsmen. Pick a pair that matches the wedding theme or go bold with an on-trend clash of colours.
Choose from cashmere, cotton or wool – depending on your budget and pal’s preferred style. All fabrics have a wide range of colours to choose from.
19. Re-Charge Black Pepper Signature Candle – Molton Brown
The ultimate – and yet the simplest – way to elevate his home space, a luxury scented candle makes a brilliant gift for the best man if cosy vibes are his thing. They’re also the kind of present that you don’t often think to buy for yourself, so we have no doubt a gift like this would be appreciated.
For a scent that’s both warming and woody yet uplifting, we love Molton Brown’s Black Pepper Signature Candle. It features a heady fusion of Madagascan black pepper, herby coriander and earthy vetiver with notes of fresh citrus.
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 prints that make the perfect keepsake.
For something that will look great on any wall, we love a classic black and white number.
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.
22. Warm & Fresh Shower Gel Duo – L’Occitane
Pampering gift sets make ideal best man gifts, and they don’t come more special than those from L’Occitane.
This shower gel duo will transport him to the sun-drenched lavender fields of Provence, with warm and spicy notes of nutmeg and woody cedar for added depth that lingers on the skin. A great welcome gift for those planning a destination wedding.
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 big day is a huge deal, after all.
Not only are these personalised groomsmen gifts incredibly useful and durable (each one is crafted from scratch-resistant ceramic) but they’re also super affordable.
24. Naos Solar Watch – Sternglas
Tick tock… get me to the wedding on time! For a keepsake he’ll cherish forever, a classic timepiece never goes out of style.
This sturdy, minimalist design from German watchmaker Sternglas can be presented with a luxury bridle leather or stainless steel strap, and we love the rich dark green dial.
It works brilliantly with 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 didn’t know he needed – until now! It might even come in handy on the wedding day if you need a hand behind the bar.
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 for a stationery lover, this beautiful pen from Frederick & Fölsch is something of a masterpiece. The vintage design features a carved wood body with a traditional brass neck and high-quality gold tip.
Not only is this a timeless gift option for the best man but the idea of pens as groomsmen presents 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. Beer, Ale & Artisan Cheese Hamper – Imp & Maker
A celebratory hamper has to be the ultimate gifting hack – and some of our favourites come from Imp & Maker.
The Premium Beer, Craft Ale & Artisan Cheese Hamper features a tasty smorgasbord of different cheeses – including a Lincolnshire Vintage Poacher and a Camembert along with sourdough crackers, Noam beers and Bateman Victory Ales.
If you’re lucky, he might even crack one open with you!
28. Vintage-Style Camera Storage Tin – Rockett St George
Whether he’s a budding photographer or he just loves eclectic old-school pieces for his home, this storage tin from Rockett St George makes a cool but budget-friendly groomsmen and best man gift idea.
Perfect for stashing small trinkets, keys and clutter, it’ll look great on a bedside table, desk or shelf.
29. Men’s Grooming Collection – ESPA
Your best man will be criminally smooth on the big day thanks to this luxury set from ESPA featuring four iconic products from the brand’s skincare collections.
Designed to refresh, energise and purify, it includes the ESPA Invigorating Face Wash, Post-Shave Rescue and The Hydrator, alongside the restorative Fitness Shower Gel.
30. Playing Cards Set – Not Another Bill
Encourage fun and games among your ushers with this high-quality playing cards set from Not Another Bill, housed in a vibrant leather case to make it brilliantly travel-friendly.
Choose from four different colours and monogram with his initials to make this cute gift even more unique.
31. Retrodome Old-Fashioned Print – Wallsauce.com
An easy and stylish way to add a pop of colour to his home, this modern print from Retrodome at Wallsauce.com comes in four sizes, is printed on luxury paper and can even be framed for the ultimate groomsmen gift.
Old Fashioneds not his tipple of choice? There are plenty of other cocktail-themed posters to pick from, including Negroni, Martini and more.
32. Edwin Jagger Shaving Set – Annabel James
Run, don’t walk! This incredible shaving duo from Edwin Jagger is currently half price over at Annabel James and features everything he could need for the smoothest of shaves.
We’ve no doubt a state of the art set like this, featuring a Gillette Mach3 razor and pure badger shaving brush, would take pride of place in his bathroom.
33. Oranges & Lemons by Van Gogh Pocket Square – Rampley & Co
For the discerning gentleman, a hand-rolled silk pocket square from Rampley & Co could be the perfect addition to his suit or coat.
The luxury label is known for its quirky printed designs, often featuring famous artworks. Our pick? The Oranges & Lemons by Vincent Van Gogh – you really do need to see this intricate piece up close to appreciate just how stunning and beautifully crafted a best man gift this is.
34. Leather Coin Tray – Farrar & Tanner
Is he the kind of friend who always has pockets bulging with loose change? This elegant Ashwood leather coin tray from Farrar & Tanner could be just what he needs and makes a great budget-friendly yet luxury gift for a best man or groomsman.
The lightweight tray can be personalised with his name or a message, too. The perfect way to keep jewellery, car keys and coins within easy reach.
35. Socks & Cocktails Letterbox Gift – Bloom & Wild
We couldn’t think of a better way to put him in a celebratory mood than with this letterbox-friendly gift set from Bloom & Wild – perfect if you’re not able to give your best man or ushers their gifts in person.
Featuring a pair of champagne bottle-print socks from The London Sock Exchange plus a ready-made espresso martini and gimlet from Nio Cocktails, the set arrives beautifully hand-wrapped ready for opening – and toasting!
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.
How much to spend on a best man gift?
How much you choose to spend on your best man gift is completely up to you and what you can afford. If budget allows, it might be nice to get him a luxury keepsake piece, such as a watch or leather goods, but equally a small token of appreciation is just as special if it's thoughtful, personal and from the heart.
Our edit of gifts for the best man above includes presents from just £9.99 to items that are upward of £200.
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!
