The BIG Stocking Stuffer Guide

A compact stainless steel grooming kit with nail clippers, a file and the little extras, in a case that fits in a dopp kit. It's one of those things guys never buy for themselves but use all the time.

This 13-in-1 pocket screwdriver from Klein Tools handles eyeglasses, battery covers on kids' toys and every other tiny screw in the house. It clips right onto a shirt pocket so it actually gets used.

Silicone grilling gloves that let him flip, grab and adjust without reaching for a pot holder. Great for the guy who grills year round, snow or not.

A travel-size bottle of Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, a crowd-pleasing, fresh citrus cologne. The smaller size makes it easy to test a new scent without committing to a full bottle.

Four mini bottles of Tabanero hot sauce in a festive box, just right for the guy who puts hot sauce on everything. Small enough to tuck into the toe of the stocking.

A half-pound bag of Jack Link's classic original jerky. It's a protein-packed snack to munch on while everyone opens presents.

A real lump of coal, gift-ready, for the guy who spent the year teasing everyone. Everybody gets a laugh, and then you hand him his real gifts.

The classic hardcover notebook with an elastic band and a pocket in the back. It's perfect for to-do lists, project sketches or the ideas he keeps saying he'll write down.

A rechargeable reading light that clips onto any book, with warm and cool settings. Now he can read in bed without keeping you up.

For the guy who is always asking where his keys went. Clip it to his keys, wallet or gym bag and his iPhone will find it for him.

One of the splurge picks. The Wave Plus packs pliers, wire cutters, knives, screwdrivers and more into one tool he'll carry for years.

Warm, cushioned merino wool socks from Darn Tough that don't wear out. They're on the pricey side for socks, but the lifetime guarantee makes them worth it.

Granite chilling stones that cool his drink without watering it down. The set comes ready to gift.

A tiny Victorinox Swiss Army knife with a blade, scissors, file and tweezers that fits on a keychain. Small, useful and a true classic.

A men's favorite lip balm from Jack Black with SPF 25 and a light mint flavor. Winter lips need it, even if he won't admit it.

A light beard oil from Cremo that softens scratchy whiskers and smells great. A nice little upgrade for any guy with a beard.

A dozen Titleist Pro V1s, the golf balls most golfers would love but rarely buy for themselves. A splurge that will make a golfer's whole morning.

A tiny Anker power bank with a built-in USB-C connector, so there's no cable to forget. It's perfect for long days and travel.

If you want one big splurge in his stocking, this is it. Wireless earbuds with noise cancellation for workouts, calls and commutes.

A value pack of HotHands air-activated hand warmers for cold football games, ice scraping and early morning walks with the dog.

The classic cuffed beanie that pretty much every guy can use. Warm, durable and available in lots of colors.

Famously strong dark roast coffee for the guy who needs an extra jolt in the morning. It's a fun one to wrap, too.

A tiny rechargeable flashlight that lives on his keychain. It's surprisingly bright for its size.

A two-pack of classic Bicycle playing cards for poker night, family game night or a round of solitaire.

An insulated lowball that keeps his coffee hot or his drink cold. It's small enough to fit right in a stocking.

A lightweight titanium bottle opener that clips to his keys, so he's always ready at the cookout.

A slim front pocket wallet with RFID blocking for the guy whose wallet is about to burst.

A pocket-size Callaway divot tool with a ball marker for the golfer in your life. A small, useful stocking stuffer to pair with those fancy golf balls.

Glitter nail polish pens in holiday colors that make it easy to paint little designs or touch up chips. No brush, no mess and no UV lamp needed.

A big pack of pretty boho hair ties that look just as cute on your wrist as they do in your hair. And they don't leave a dent!

Three flavors of Sun Bum's SPF lip balm. Our lips need sun protection in winter too, and these smell like vacation.

Tarte's maracuja juicy lip tattoo: a transfer-proof lip stain on one end and a nourishing gloss on the other. The color lasts all day without drying out your lips.

A travel size of the bond-building conditioner that so many of us swear by for dry, colored or damaged hair. It's a great way to try it before buying the big bottle.

A pretty mini tin candle that smells like a fresh Christmas tree. Voluspa candles burn clean and look lovely on a nightstand.

An 8-piece box of Belgian chocolate truffles in a holiday gift box. A little bit of luxury that fits right in the stocking.

Three travel-size tubes of L'Occitane's famous shea butter hand cream. Keep one in your purse, one in the car and one by the sink.

A soft silk sleep mask that blocks the light without tugging on your skin or hair. Hello, holiday naps.

Six pairs of the coziest fuzzy socks for slipping on Christmas morning. You'll want to keep a pair for yourself.

Large claw clips that actually hold thick hair. They're perfect for quick updos on busy mornings.

The overnight lip treatment with a cult following. Smooth it on before bed and wake up to soft, hydrated lips.

A set of six hydrating TONYMOLY sheet masks for an easy at-home spa night. They're a fun treat after a long day of holiday hosting.

A purse-size rollerball of philosophy's clean, powdery amazing grace fragrance. It's a perfect little perfume for stockings.

A big splurge for the reader in your life. The glare-free screen is easy on the eyes and the battery lasts for weeks.

Pretty gold huggie earrings from Kendra Scott that go with everything. A small box with something sparkly inside is always a stocking highlight.

A Kitsch satin pillowcase that's kinder to your hair and skin than cotton. Less frizz, fewer sleep creases and it feels so nice.

A set of 15 colorful bath bombs with shea and cocoa butter. A sweet way to say take a bath and relax a little.

An assorted Taylors of Harrogate tea sampler with 48 bags in a nice gift box. Great for the tea lover or anyone who likes to try new flavors.

A travel-friendly can of Batiste dry shampoo for busy holiday mornings when there's no time to wash and dry.

A Kitsch satin heatless curling set you sleep in for soft waves in the morning. No heat damage and no burned fingers!

A box of beautifully illustrated Rifle Paper Co. cards for every occasion. For the woman who still loves sending real mail.

A splurge for anyone with tight shoulders or sore muscles. It's small enough for a purse or gym bag and really works.

A cooling stainless steel gua sha tool from Kitsch for a quick face massage in the morning. It feels lovely on puffy under-eyes.

A microfiber hair towel that dries hair faster and with less frizz than a regular bath towel. It twists up and stays put.

Six travel-size Burt's Bees hand, foot and lip products in one little kit. A great value and a nice pampering treat.

The insulated 40 oz tumbler everyone seems to carry these days, with a built-in flip straw and handle. It won't fit inside the stocking, so set it right next to it.

A holiday set of four Burt's Bees lip products in soft pink shades. Tinted, hydrating and ready to tuck right in.

A pack of Topps Match Attax soccer trading cards for the kid who follows the Premier League and Champions League. Opening packs is half the fun.

A blaster box of Panini NFL trading cards with a shot at rookie cards. For the football fan who collects or trades with friends.

Robux to spend on their favorite Roblox games and avatar upgrades. Print the code and tuck it into a fun card for the stocking.

Holiday-colored M&M'S for the candy lover. Mix in their own favorite candy bars, too, to make it feel extra personal.

Eucalyptus shower steamers made for athletes, so the post-practice shower feels like a spa. Great for sore muscles and stuffy noses.

A can of AXE body spray for the teen boys. A classic stocking stuffer for the middle and high school crowd.

A travel-size Drunk Elephant set with hydrating skincare for the teen girls who have been asking for it. Mini sizes are just right for a stocking.

The fast card version of Monopoly that plays in about 15 minutes. It's a hit for family game night and sleepovers.

A Try Not to Laugh joke book written for teens, full of puns and riddles. Perfect for car rides and making the whole family groan.

A smooth, magnetic speed cube from Rubik's for the kid who wants to beat their best solve time.

Budget-friendly JLab wireless earbuds with a long battery life. Nice to have a spare pair for the ones that get lost!

A waterproof little Bluetooth speaker from Anker that floats, so they can play music in the shower or by the pool.

Film for the Instax Mini camera they already love. Teens love having real prints to stick on their walls.

A big pack of trendy vinyl stickers for decorating water bottles and laptops. They're waterproof, so they hold up.

A pack of fun charms for decorating their clog-style shoes. Kids love trading and switching these around.

A silly, strategic card game that's fun with friends and grown-ups. Quick to learn and really fun to play.

A two-pack of long, durable Anker charging cables, because teens always seem to lose theirs.

A Nerf over-the-door hoop with a foam ball for shooting hoops in their bedroom. Homework breaks just got more fun.

Hilarious would you rather questions for game nights, road trips and getting teens off their phones for a bit.

A hydrating lip balm with a keychain clip from the teen-favorite brand Bubble. Easy to keep on a backpack.

A three-pack of the sporty crew socks so many teens love. They're comfy and come in lots of colors.

A phone grip and stand that makes it easier to hold their phone and watch videos. Also helps save their phones from drops.

Slim rechargeable hand warmers for the bus stop, outdoor practices and cold football games.

A tinted lip oil with a sheer, glossy shine. It's very popular with the teen girls and it's easy on the wallet.

Kitsch satin scrunchies that are gentle on hair and help prevent breakage. A five-pack means there's always one handy.

A booster pack of Pokemon cards, which never gets old. Every kid hopes for a holographic card when they open it.

Four cans of Play-Doh plus tools, all in a small storage tote. Hours of squishy fun on Christmas afternoon.

A small LEGO set that builds a space shuttle, an astronaut or a spaceship. Small sets like this are just right for stockings.

Fuzzy holiday socks with non-slip grips for Christmas morning. Kids love cute matching socks with the family.

Loopy reusable straws that make milk or hot cocoa way more fun to drink. Kids think these are the best.

A squishy toy that looks just like a stick of butter. It's slow-rising, oddly satisfying and a very trendy toy right now.

A tiny, fully working version of the classic drawing toy, decorated with Snoopy. It's perfect for little hands and fun for the grown-ups too.

Washable crayons for drawing on windows and glass. They wipe right off, so you won't mind the art.

Washable crayons for drawing on the tub walls during bath time. A great way to make bath time fun.

A Christmas themed Mad Libs book that's fun for kids and adults. A great one for the car ride to Grandma's.

A six-pack of bubble wands for indoor or outdoor fun. Kids never get tired of bubbles.

A big pack of glow sticks with connectors for bracelets and necklaces. Perfect for a Christmas night glow party.

Moldable sand that never dries out, in fun rainbow colors. It's easier to clean up than you'd think.

Ten Hot Wheels cars for racing across the living room floor. A classic for a reason.

The classic metal Slinky that walks down the stairs. It's a nice dose of nostalgia for the grown-ups too.

A pack of high-bouncing balls in fun colors. Just maybe have the kids play with these outside!

A flashlight that projects animal pictures on the wall. A fun bedtime toy that also helps with the fear of the dark.

A big sticker book with over 500 stickers. Stickers are always a hit with the little ones.

A mess-free coloring pad that reveals colors with water and dries for coloring again. Great for car trips.

Silicone pop fidget toys kids can press over and over. Great for restless hands in the car or at a restaurant.

A kid-size headlamp with fun color modes for reading under the covers or exploring the backyard.

Milk chocolate coins wrapped in gold foil, an old-fashioned stocking classic. Add their favorite candy too.

A book of Santa jokes, reindeer riddles and silly knock-knock jokes. The kids will be telling these all day.

Four little holiday Squishmallows that are soft, cuddly and very collectible. Kids love these!

The classic card game the whole family can play. Kids as young as 7 can play right along with the adults.

A fun battery toothbrush with a Minecraft design. It makes brushing a little less of a battle.

A beginner magic kit with tons of tricks for the kid who loves putting on a show. A higher priced pick, but hours of fun.