5 Senses Gift for Boyfriend: Ideas He’ll Have Fun With

Want a unique and creative way to spoil your bf? Use my ideas to curate a 5 senses gift for boyfriend that he’ll absolutely love and appreciate.

What is a 5 senses gift? Well, it’s actually a bunch of gifts that are all about treating the different senses: sight, smell, sound, touch and taste.

There are so many ways to get creative with this concept. You can take things literally or be more nuanced. For instance, shades would be a literal gift for sight but a telescope would have more subtlety.

These gifts are great for his birthday, Valentine’s Day, Christmas or just because. Speaking of just because, check out my casual gift ideas for bfs along with all my ideas for different seasons. You can always do a 5 senses gift for your bestie too!

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5 senses gift for boyfriend packaging

Before getting into the gift ideas, think about how you’d want to wrap the gifts. You can repurpose paper bags and write each sense on the bags. Or you can do the same with repurposed wrapping paper or used boxes.

Of course, another option would be to get pre-printed packaging from Amazon. For his birthday, get him these blue and gold gift bags. They also come with balloons, a happy birthday banner, and silk rose petals.

You can also go for these black and white bags or these red ones that are perfect for Valentine’s. Gift boxes are an option too.

Five senses gift for him – sight

1. DIY videos

You can create this gift for free. Use apps like Inshot and Capcut to stitch photos and videos of him together. Add some fun music and export to create a great edit of him.

He’s the main character here. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t make cute cameos in the video.

Get creative, have fun and enjoy the video editing process! Adding a voice over would also be a great way to add some humor and a personal touch to the video.

2. Unique custom maps

Commemorate your first date with a beautiful custom location map. You can also find star maps for the date you first met. Reach out to the Handmade Store to get this custom star and location map together. It’s so cute!

Of course, you can create and print your own map and add it to a frame too.

For an acrylic version, check out this beautiful option.

3. Love jar

Here’s another DIY 5 senses gift for your boyfriend for sight. Make a love jar for him and fill it with mementos of dates, great memories and short love letters. The jar would be especially perfect for Valentine’s Day and his birthday.

Here’s a cute video for making the love jar. You can swap the paint for mini heart stickers too.

4. Photo frames

Choose your favorite photo of both of you together, have it printed and framed. This is such a simple, affordable and meaningful sight gift.

If you have the budget and can’t choose just one photo, look into getting a digital frame. There are so many great options available but I really like the Skylight frame. It’s the perfect size!

5. Camera

Cameras are incredible gifts and they’re phenomenal as gifts for sight. You can go big with an amazing DSLR camera or this DJI Osmo Action one. Or go smaller with a simple dash cam or adorable instant print cameras.

Nothing beats the Fujifilm Instax camera for instant vintage style photos!

6. New screen

Who doesn’t love a new screen? A new monitor for his gaming set up or a projector to watch movies would be something he will absolutely love. I have my eye on the TMY one for Christmas this year (shhh!!!).

7. Art

Is he a creative who loves art? Get him a painting or unique piece from your local art studio. Or create something yourself he’ll absolutely adore!

If you aren’t the artsy type, follow a tutorial on Pinterest or YouTube. And, if that’s a no-go, how about using AI? Create a super unique photo with Canva, Google’s Nano Banana, Pixel Studio or Ideogram.

How about gamer graffiti art? Would that be his style?

8. Games

Speaking of gaming art, what about getting games, gift cards for games, controllers, consoles, and devices for playing. Would he want a new PS5 or Xbox Series X? How about new gaming headsets and power cords?

Then, there’s the whole VR side of things. Both the Meta Quest and the Ray-Ban Meta glasses are on my wishlist. I could pretend they are gifts for him but they’re really for me :).

9. Eyewear

While we’re on the topic of glasses, how about getting him a new pair of shades? These polarized ones are great for outdoor shenanigans.

For a hilarious twist, you could also get him some glasses wipes, eye drops for his dry eyes, protective eyewear or even a funny sleep mask so he can get his beauty sleep.

10. Lights

My hubby is obsessed with flashlights as gifts. I have no idea why (he doesn’t either) but they are such great 5 senses gift ideas for your boyfriend for sight.

You can go for regular flashlights, headlamps, Alexa enabled bulbs, and LED strips.

Hubby loves and uses these:

11. Experience gifts

Give him tickets and homemade coupons for experience dates and activities. They could be for hikes, visits to the park, local museum, art gallery, the beach, cultural shows or a game.

The options are endless here so plan a date he’s sure to remember.

For smell

12. Fragrance

Fragrances are must-haves in every 5 senses gift for boyfriend. Get him his favorite cologne or introduce him to something new that smells so, so good. For a fun twist, you can also toss in his go-to deodorant, after shave and soap.

The Versace Eros spray is a must-have!

13. Anything leather

Handcrafted leather products also have a great smell and would be unique gifts for scent. You can go for an incredible leather jacket (which would double as a gift for touch), leather shoes, bags, or even a belt and simple wallet.

Hubby has had this bag for years and adores it.

For sound

14. Playlist

If you want a free gift for sound, create an online playlist and add all his favorite songs. Use a free QR code generator like Adobe to create and print a code that he can scan with his phone. This is such a thoughtful and deeply personal gift.

15. Headphones

Another great gift for sound are headphones. Upgrade him with new ones so he can enjoy all his favorite music and podcasts. He’ll certainly appreciate this gift.

We are a JBL household, so we swear by their noise cancelling ear buds.

16. Speakers

Besides headphones, you can upgrade his speakers too. My hubby swears by these JBL speakers (we actually have 3)! But, you can also upgrade the sound system in his office or car. A new subwoofer would certainly make him happy.

17. Tickets

While I mentioned this in the gift for sight, tickets to shows and games would work for sound gifts too. Roaring crowds at a home team game, music at a great concert, and movies he wants to see in cinemas are all awesome options here.

5 senses gift for boyfriend – touch

18. Soft blankie

Blankets are perfect sense gifts for touch. They could be a soft, simple throw or a weighted blanket. If you want to DIY one, you could look into finger knitting a chunky blanket using blanket yarn like this from Bernat. Choose a color he likes and follow along this Play Hooky with Me video to make it in a couple hours.

For a weighted blanket, this one is my favorite.

19. Warm hoodie

A soft, simple hoodie is another wonderful gift for this sense. This Hanes one is a pretty comfortable option for your guy.

For a bit more personality, you could customize a hoodie with a unique graphic, his name, a fun photo, and just about anything. Here’s a good one that you can customize.

20. Cashmere robe

If you have the budget for it, get him a luxurious cashmere robe. There’s nothing quite like cashmere and his sense of touch will certainly love its softness.

For a more budget friendly robe, get him the soft cotton terry one from Lacoste.

21. Soft bedding

Soft bed sheets and comforters are also great gifts for him. If he runs hot when sleeping, he’ll absolutely love these linen sheets. Linen is all-natural and breathable so it’ll definitely keep him cool while he sleeps.

Cotton percale sheets are also great, breathable, and a cheaper option to linen sheets.

22. Comfy seating

Does he work long hours behind a desk? Is he an avid gamer? How about upgrading his seating? It could be with a new, executive chair or gamer one. Or you can get something simple like this memory foam seat cushion to relieve back pain.

23. Fidget gadgets

Moving away from soft fabrics, how about getting your boyfriend a sensory, fidget gadget for his desk. There are loads of options from textured silicone, squishies, stress balls, magnetic desk toys and more.

The NeeDoh cube is pretty cheap and a fun squishy option for his workspace.

And I recommended these green silicone magnetic balls for my 5 senses gift ideas for besties. He’ll enjoy fidgeting with them during the next boring work meeting.

24. Car accessories

Let’s be honest, he’ll absolutely love every gift that’s car-related. Wheel covers, seat covers and car mats all have a textured element that could pass as a gift for touch. Coupons for car washes and car detailing could even be included here. Clean surfaces always feel good. Ha!

This leather steering wheel cover is a great choice.

25. Massages

Massages are another touch present he’d be absolutely over the moon to get. You can make romantic coupons for him for free massages or get him an appointment at the spa. Of course, you can also get body oils, muscle massagers and foam rollers.

If he’s a gym bro, he’ll certainly enjoy this deep tissue massager.

26. Moisturizer

Besides massage oils, you can also get him a great moisturizer. Does he have a skin care routine? Maybe get products he’ll actually use to cleanse and moisturize his skin. If he prefers all-natural moisturizers, he may appreciate this handmade, whipped tallow body butter.

27. Jewelry

Here’s another gift idea for touch – jewelry. Chains, pendants and bracelets definitely have a touch aspect to them. You can go for a stainless steel rope chain bracelet or get this beaded bracelet that has black obsidian, black onyx and lava stone beads.

For taste

28. Chocolate

When in doubt, chocolate always makes a great gift! You can look for boozy chocolates you think he’ll like or go for the classic Ferrero Rocher chocolate that he’s sure to enjoy.

29. Snack attack

What are his favorite snacks? Collect all his favorites and add them to his 5 senses gift for taste. It could be savory chips, crackers, granola and protein bars or sweet treats like cookies, brownies, cakes, and candy.

Frito Lay’s snack box is also a great option.

30. Beer and beverages

What’s his drink of choice? Beer? Whiskey? Tequila? Get him some of his favorites or find exotic drinks he wouldn’t normally try.

If he prefers non-alcoholic options, he’ll enjoy protein shakes, energy drinks, soda and seltzers. He’ll probably get a kick out of this sparkling water too.

31. All things coffee

Of course, coffee has to be its own separate point. If your boyfriend is a coffee fanatic, get him his favorite coffee capsules or unique ones he hasn’t tasted yet. You can also do gift cards to your local coffee shop too.

My hubby is a coffee lover and swears by these coffee pods.

32. Incredible knives

This is definitely a unique take on the taste gift. If your guy enjoys cooking, great knives would be such a delightful gift for him. Fillet knives are perfect for fishing enthusiasts and I adore my Wüsthof knives. I’ve had them for a decade.

Your boyfriend will thoroughly enjoy using them on his next cooking and tasting adventure.

33. Dinner

Finally, take him out to dinner at a fancy restaurant or a place he always wanted to try. Sponsor the bill and make him feel like a prince. He deserves to be spoiled! You can also get him gift cards to his favorite spots too.

Okay those are all my 5 senses gift for boyfriend ideas. Strangely enough, all my 5 senses ideas for best friends also clocked in at 33 suggestions. Funny!

If you love spoiling your guy, check out all my gifts for him posts. You are sure to find much more ideas there!