Hunting for a Valentine’s Day present often poses a challenge for even the most accomplished of gift-givers. For those who aren’t quite as confident in their DIY or present shopping skills, it’s all the more anxiety-inducing, especially when you’re on the hunt for the perfect gift for the most special guy in your life. After all, no matter your feelings on V-day, February 14 is still an optimal time to pull out all the stops in the pursuit of finding great gifts for those you care about the most. Show your loved ones just how much you care, which means you can do better than last year’s Apple AirPods or a last-minute Amazon gift card.

Don’t let the pressure get to you, because you still have plenty of time to find him the perfect keepsake. Yes, men can be difficult to shop for, but there’s a Valentine’s Day gift out there for every type of guy—as long as you put the time and effort into the process, taking his personal interests and hobbies into account. For those still not sure where to begin, we’ve done the hard work for you, and curated all the most thoughtful, sophisticated and unique gifts to give him this Valentine’s Day. From a sleek espresso machine and leather-trimmed gloves to the coziest cashmere zip-up and high-tech headphones, these are the best Valentine's Day gift ideas that show him just how much you care.

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A Ralph Lauren cable knit sweater is a luxurious and thoughtful gift that he’ll wear forever.

$498, shop now

Gorgeously crafted in Italy from the most luxurious suede and leather, Brunello Cucinelli (BCUCY)'s gloves are more than just a winter accessory—they're a dapper staple that will help keep his hands warm and toasty without sacrificing style.

$1,595, shop now

It turns out that work accoutrements can, in fact, be stylish—just look at this dapper leather briefcase, which has multiple interior pockets for all his essentials, plus a leather strap if he decides to use it for travel.

$1,725, shop now

Replace his old earbuds with these wireless earphones from Master & Dynamic, which come in a sleek fiber case. They feature adaptive active noise cancellation and Bluetooth capabilities, with up to 48 hours of playtime from a full charge.

$349, shop now

All Diptyque candles are great, but the refillable votives are as luxurious as they are sustainable.

$285, shop now

A classic black leather loafer never goes out of style.

$695, shop now

Ready for the most sophisticated game night yet? Aspinal's beautifully made backgammon features a full-grain leather briefcase-style case, with lockable clasps to close it up when you're not using it. It comes with acrylic chips, four standard dice and two leather dice cups, plus one doubling cube.

$915, shop now

If he's a dedicated skier, gift him this boot bag will make packing up his gear a total breeze on all his upcoming snowy trips.

$250, shop now

This full-bodied Stags' Leap cabernet is a dream to pair with a cozy winter meal; red aromas of dark berries including black cherry, blackberry and plum are complemented by notes of cola nut, root spice and ground espresso for a long mineral finish. Open it up for Valentine's Day date night.

$120, shop now

Sisley's anti-aging revitalizing moisturizer is formulated specifically to target men's skin concerns, including supporting the skin against the irritating effects of shaving,........

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