Thoughtful birthday gift ideas for your boyfriend

If you’re wondering ‘what do I give my boyfriend on his birthday’, we hope this guide will be a helping hand. From romantic gestures to show how much you care, to little extras that appeal to his tastes and style, you’ll find plenty of ideas in this gift guide.

Can you give a boyfriend flowers?

Of course! flowers are thoughtful, romantic gestures that show deep affection and care, making them a wonderful gift for a boyfriend’s birthday. In fact, in our Gifting Survey we found that 16% of men would love to receive flowers, but 32% have never been gifted a bouquet. Why not break with tradition and send flowers for your boyfriend’s birthday? Our ethically sourced bouquets can be sent next-day when you order before 9pm, and come in fully recyclable, compostable or reusable packaging.

As for what flowers to get your boyfriend? We think sunflowers are a great choice – positive and uplifting, they bring a dose of sunshine to celebrations. If you’re a true romantic, spring for roses – nothing shows your true feelings quite like the international symbol of love. For the ultimate surprise, we recommend our letterbox range. These unarranged bouquets come in specially designed packaging that will fit through most standard letterboxes, meaning they can be delivered even the recipient isn’t at home. Plus, he’ll get the fun of arranging them himself.

Little gifts he’ll love

Your gift doesn’t need to be big to make a grand gesture. Small, thoughtful presents that nod to his personality, tastes or favourite things will make him feel special on his big day. How about some delicious coffee from his favourite coffee company or a T-shirt from a brand he loves? If he’s a foodie, appeal to his palate with delicious chocolates, a bottle of his favourite wine or a mixed pack of beers from a local brewery. For a last-minute birthday present, look to our gift edit, featuring drinks, chocolates and plants, all of which can be delivered next-day when you order before 9pm.

Creative and unexpected gift ideas

When it comes to birthday gifts for the boyfriend who has everything, we recommend getting creative. Think outside the box and make something truly personal, such as a photobook with your favourite memories together, a personalised playlist (the modern-day equivalent of a mixtape) or create a treasure hunt in your home, with clues to help him find his birthday presents. For a truly memorable gift, think about creating an experience rather than a physical present – a home-cooked meal, a picnic in the park or a movie night with his favourite films and snacks are thoughtful, and affordable, ways to give your boyfriend a romantic gift for his birthday.

Now you’re armed with inspiration, it’s time to find your boyfriend the perfect birthday gift. Explore our range of letterbox flowers, discover the perfect birthday bouquet for your boyfriend or get acquainted with our gift edit of chocolates and drinks.