Gift Ideas for Guys at 30
- Getting the right gift for a 30th birthday party can be hard.Photos.com/AbleStock.com/Getty Images
It is easy to choose a gift for a man you know well, but if you don't, appealing to his age demographic will greatly increase your odds of gift-giving success. Forget the old gag T-shirt gifts with phrases about being over the hill that are sure to end up at the bottom of his sock drawer, stained with bleach. Get him something he'll actually use so much that he'll inadvertently show it off at home or on the go. - Computer companies are always coming out with new gadgets to top yesterday's devices that do everything but mow your lawn, so buying the newest model is perfect for the guy who loves technology.
From the latest laptops to a high-tech pad that acts like a computer in the palm of his hand, techie gifts are sure to please. These gadgets are especially useful for men who work in business and travel frequently. Nobody wants to lug around a laptop when the same technology can fit in his hand or on his pillow. There are lots of electronic devices for home and office use that will lend a sharper image to his lifestyle, such as grooming gadgets, alarm clocks that do things, or even a docking station for his phone. - If he is social and he likes having friends over, anything for a game room will get good use. A billiards set, a mahjong set or a game system make good gifts, if you don't mind dropping a couple hundred dollars. Gaming is not just for teenagers anymore; there are plenty of video games geared for mature audiences that have gained quite a following. Be sure to check reviews before buying, and include a top-rated game or two to start off his new collection.
- With age comes responsibility, and at this point he likely has his own place, so why not give him a gift that he can use while entertaining a special guest or two? At his age, anything having to do with serving liquor is sure to be a hit. A mini bar set, personalized shot glasses with his initials engraved, and fancy corkscrews and bartender gear that make him look like a sophisticated host will definitely be appreciated. If he likes to cook, a shiny new knife set or stainless steel cookware will have him inviting you to dinner.
