15 Novelty Gifts for Men That Are Guaranteed to Get a Laugh

You know the bloke who says he doesn’t want anything, then looks faintly disappointed when you take him at his word? Buying for him can be a proper head-scratcher. The trick is finding something that gets a laugh and earns its place outside the back of a drawer.

Think useful, personal and just the right amount of cheeky. Here are 15 novelty gift ideas for men, from a mug for his morning brew to a BBQ apron for his self-appointed grill master era.

1. A darts mug for the pub-night champion

For the bloke who knows every score, owns several sets of flights and still blames the lighting, a darts mug is a spot-on choice. The Darts Wanker Mug serves its banter with a bold darts design and is made for regular use. Best saved for someone who’s happy to give as good as he gets.

2. A gross-out mug for his questionable sense of humour

Does he find toilet humour hilarious? You’ve found your man. A mug like Mr. Farty gives the morning cuppa an unapologetically silly twist. It’s a good birthday or Secret Santa idea for a close mate, and probably not the one to take into a very serious meeting.

3. A dad-joke mug for the pun enthusiast

Some dads don’t tell jokes so much as announce them and wait. A mug that celebrates his finest groaners gives him a new stage at breakfast. Browse the funny mug collection for a design that suits his particular brand of terrible wordplay.

4. A football mug for the devoted supporter

If match day dictates the mood of the entire household, football-themed drinkware is a safe bet. Pick a design connected to his team or his football habits, and it’ll likely become his preferred cup for the next post-match brew. Have a look through football mugs for a fan-worthy option.

5. A golf mug for the self-appointed club-house legend

Golfers can laugh about the game, especially after a difficult round, a lost ball and a long explanation about the wind. A golf-themed mug brings that familiar banter into the kitchen. Browse the golf mugs for a gift that’ll suit his favourite hobby.

6. A sarcastic mug for the office brew station

For the colleague who’s powered by tea, coffee and dry commentary, an office-friendly sarcastic mug could be just the thing. Keep the joke suitable for the staff room unless you know his team’s sense of humour very well. The funny mug range has options for workmates, mates and dads alike.

7. A graphic T-shirt based on his personality

A funny T-shirt is more personal when it feels like him, rather than a random slogan he’ll never wear. Pick a design linked to his hobbies, habits or favourite kind of humour. Take a look at Blokey’s funny T-shirts for bold designs he can wear at the weekend.

8. A birth-year T-shirt for a milestone birthday

Turning 40 or 50 is less daunting with a present that leans into the occasion. A birth-year shirt makes the number part of the joke, while still feeling tied to his own story. This 1966 birth-year T-shirt is one example; the birthday T-shirt range has more options for other ages.

9. A “Grillfather” T-shirt for the BBQ boss

Every family seems to have one bloke who takes charge of the barbecue as if he’s been personally appointed by the sausages. A Grillfather BBQ T-shirt makes a playful gift for the man who insists he’s got the burgers under control (even when one’s already escaped).

10. A BBQ apron for his next “masterclass”

If he’s more likely to wear an apron than a T-shirt while tending the grill, choose one that backs up his big barbecue claims. It’s practical, it gets a laugh, and it might even save his clothes from a rogue splatter. Browse funny BBQ aprons for a design that fits his chef-like confidence.

11. A beach towel with a bit of British humour

Know a bloke who packs for the beach like he’s off on an expedition? A funny towel is useful on holiday and less likely to get mixed up with everyone else’s plain one. Explore beach towels for men for a bold, holiday-ready gift.

12. A Christmas jumper he’ll actually want to wear

Christmas jumpers are an annual chance to embrace a bit of festive silliness. Choose a design that matches his interests or his sense of humour, rather than one destined to stay folded away until next December. This Snowasis Oasis Christmas jumper gives the season a music-inspired twist.

13. A funny Christmas T-shirt for the less-jumpery bloke

Not everyone wants to spend December dressed like a festive sofa. A Christmas T-shirt is a lighter option for parties, family gatherings or a low-key day at home. Browse Christmas T-shirts for men for a seasonal design with a little less knitwear involved.

14. A beer glass for the one who enjoys a proper pour

A novelty glass can make an ordinary drink feel like a tiny occasion. Pick a cheeky design for your mate who loves a pint, or pair it with his favourite beer for a simple gift set. Blokey’s beer glasses are worth a browse.

15. A small gift bundle for a bigger grin

Can’t settle on one thing? Put together a few smaller gifts around a theme: a funny mug and good coffee for the early riser, or an apron and a barbecue-related treat for the grill enthusiast. Browse the wider novelty gifts for men collection to find a mix that feels personal, not panic-bought.

How to pick a novelty gift he’ll actually use

Start with the recipient, not the punchline. What does he do every weekend? What makes him laugh? Will he enjoy a cheeky gag, or is he more of a dry-one-liner sort of bloke? A design tied to his hobby or daily routine often feels more thoughtful than a joke that could be for anyone.

Practicality helps too. As The Independent’s gift guide for men notes, usefulness and quality are worth considering when choosing a present. And Good Housekeeping’s guide to Christmas gifts for men shows just how many different interests a good gift can speak to.

If he’d rather your gift do some good beyond the laugh, Save the Children’s charity shop offers another way to give thoughtfully. But if you know the right mug, T-shirt or apron will be more his cup of tea, you’ve got plenty of ideas to choose from.

In short, a brilliant novelty gift doesn’t need to be complicated. Match the joke to the bloke, choose something he can use, and you’re well on your way to a present that gets a laugh instead of a long-term stay in the drawer. So why not browse the range and see what feels properly spot-on for him?