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This post is all about the best boo basket ideas for boyfriend!
One of my favorite Halloween things is boo basket ideas! They are such a fun way to celebrate this holiday and do something special without spending too much money. Especially in the last couple of years, themed gift baskets have become a massive trend on social media, and for a good reason. They are easy to put together and can make your loved ones feel extra special during this time of the year.
If you have decided to create a boo basket for your boyfriend, it can be difficult to think of small but thoughtful gifts he will actually use and enjoy. That’s why I wanted to put together a step-by-step guide on creating the perfect Halloween-themed gift basket for him.
As you go through this list, it’s also a good idea to spend some time thinking about your boyfriend’s habits and passions. You can always add a small personal touch to make the gift more impressive and, most important part, to show that how much you care about him!
Table of Contents
- Step 1: Finding The Right Basket
- Step 2: Adding the Perfect Drink
- Step 3: Choosing a Fun Halloween-Themed Gift
- Step 4: Cozy Self-Care Items
- Step 5: Selecting The Most Delicious Treats
- Step 6: Including a Fun Activity
- Step 7: Cute Small Filler Halloween Gifts
Finding the Right Baskets
The basket is the first essential part of your gift. We’ll have a look at a few different options for your Halloween basket, but remember that you can also choose a less “on-theme” option if you are looking for an evergreen piece for your boyfriend!
1. Woven Pumpkin Pail
A pumpkin candy pail is the ultimate icon when it comes to boo baskets. It’s traditional, perfectly on-theme, and a bit nostalgic. What’s not to love about it?
The classic candy basket will come in cheap plastic, making it very cost-friendly. However, if you are looking for a more upscale option, I love this woven basket. It’s so cute!
2. Classic Wicker Basket
A wicker basket can be the perfect basis for your spooky basket ideas while, at the same time, being a very functional gift. No matter your boyfriend’s taste in design, a wicker basket can be an evergreen addition to his place.
For instance, I love to use them to store loose cables, and books, or even as a random collection spot in my entry to keep the space more organized.
3. Functional Storage Crates
For the perfect combination of budget-friendly and functional, look no further than a colorful storage crate. This fun boo basket idea can easily be bought at your local dollar store, even last-minute.
Bonus points: your boyfriend will be able to reuse the crate for a long time to come and store it away without taking up much space at all!
Adding The Perfect Drink
4. Sleek Water Bottle
Water bottles are a staple of boo basket ideas for boyfriend. They are convenient, affordable, and one can never have too many. If you know that your boyfriend uses water bottles, replace a consumable gift with this more long-lasting solution.
Choosing a thermal water bottle is also a perfect match for the season, allowing him to enjoy his favorite hot beverages wherever he wants!
5. Bottle of Wine
If you’re trying to put together a more sophisticated boo basket, a bottle of wine can be an unexpected but appreciated gift for your boyfriend!
Go for his favorite wine and upgrade the bottle label. You can also go the sentimental route with a bottle from the year you met or a place that is special for you both.
6. Hot Chocolate Mixture & Marshmallows
We can’t talk boo basket ideas for boyfriend without mentioning the perfect hot chocolate kit. All you need to include is his favorite chocolate blend and a selection of Halloween-themed marshmallows.
If you are feeling extra crafty, you can also create a personalized hot chocolate mix for him. Personally, I love this gourmet recipe by Food Apparel.
7. Cafe Halloween Gift Card
If your boyfriend loves cafe culture, is a college student prepping for finals, or simply spends a long time out at work every day, consider including a coffee gift card in his boo basket.
Both popular chains like Starbucks and local stores offer Halloween-themed cards that he’ll be able to use whenever he needs a coffee the most!
Perfect Seasoned-themed Items
Including a good amount of items that represent the Halloween theme is an essential part of any boo basket. If you don’t want to go too overboard with the theme, you can just choose a small item from this category and pair it with more traditional gifts.
8. Halloween Toys
There are a lot of fun Halloween toys out there that make for an entertaining addition to your boo basket ideas for boyfriend.
I really like these stress balls – much needed as we head into Q4 of the year! You can also opt for some fun stickers or a mini Lego set. The options for spooky things are endless.
9. Simple Themed Cuddly Toy
For the ultimate cozy and adorable gift, include a small, Halloween-themed plushie in your basket. It will look great on your boyfriend’s bed or desk, reminding him of you every time he sees it.
If you’re feeling extra romantic, you could even buy a matching couple of cuddly toys. You each get to keep one!
10. Halloween-themed mugs
A Halloween mug can be the biggest focal point of the basket. It can be used to store some loose candies or other items like cozy socks or gift cards.
For a classic, opt for a pumpkin-shaped mug. You can also include a DIY mug paint kit to turn this gift into a fun couple activity.
11. Themed Fairy Lights
Fairy lights are the perfect way to lean into the festive spirit. A nice string of battery-operated fairy lights can make for a fun, low-maintenance addition to your boyfriend’s living room or bedroom.
If you want a more traditional take on this idea, you can opt for simple, color-changing LED lights. I promise your boyfriend will love them, especially to upgrade his work area.
12. Fun Window Gels
I find window gels to be so much fun! They are so nostalgic, easy to set up, and can give you the perfect time to bond over decorating.
Choose a bat display for a very spooky gift basket or include fun cartoon designs for a more playful gift.
Cozy Self-Care Items
Self-care items are often underrated gifts for men. While it is true that a lot of men do prefer practical items, make sure to include a few self-care treats in your boo basket ideas for boyfriend. He will love you for it!
13. Pumpkin-flavored Shower Gels
Pumpkin-flavored shower gels tend to be warm and spicy, making them a great choice if your boyfriend loves strong fragrances that pair well with woody cologne.
If you don’t love pumpkin but want to stay on the fall theme, choose a bourbon or sandalwood scent. Just as delicious!
14. Cozy Socks
Cozy socks are one of the great pleasures of life, that is an undeniable truth. If your boyfriend doesn’t own a pair yet, make sure to include them in your boo basket ideas!
When it comes to cozy socks, you have plenty of choices. You can go for a synthetic material for cheaper options or instead invest in a pure wool or cashmere set of socks for the ultimate luxury gift.
15. Themed Candle Scents
When it comes to Halloween and candle scents, you have lots of choices available on the market! Personally, when gifting candles I always prefer to choose a milder scent. Especially if your boyfriend doesn’t regularly use scented candles, he might find certain scents overwhelming.
I like this candle because apart from the gorgeous design, you’ll see it has several citrus and musk notes in the fragrance. This softens up the scent, making it a safe bet for a gift.
16. Bath Bomb Selection
Men often deprive themselves of the pleasure of a bath. So no better occasion than your boo basket to remind your boyfriend to take some time to relax.
Bath bombs are very fun and unexpected gifts for men, but I promise he will thank you for receiving them. There are plenty of themed bath bombs to choose from, with Lush products being as iconic as ever. I know I will be buying the Bat Art one for myself this Halloween!
Selecting the Most Delicious Sweet Treats
Adding sweets to your boo basket ideas for boyfriend is a cheap way to fill any empty space and take your gift from good to great! There is no better time to indulge in candies than Halloween, making a selection of lots of themed snacks a must-have for the perfect gift.
17. Seasonal Candy Corn Trail Mix
Having grown up in Italy, I cannot explain to you how amazed I was by the concept of candy corn when I spent my first Halloween in the US. I totally fell in love with it and always make sure to buy some for the fall season.
If your boyfriend likes classic fall candies, include a bag of seasonal candy corn trail mix in your Halloween gifts. It really makes for a delicious snack.
18. Custom Candy Selection
If you can’t commit to a single fun treat, create a personalized candy bag for your boyfriend! All you need is a selection of his favorite Halloween treats and a cute, vintage-inspired candy bag.
10/10 for creativity and thoughtfulness!
19. Halloween Chocolate Selection
If your boyfriend prefers chocolate to candies, make sure to add a great selection of chocolate snacks to his Halloween basket.
You can stick to the American classics or, if you know he loves foreign food, include a selection of chocolate treats from abroad. I may be biased, but these Swiss Laedearch chocolate pralines are a must-try.
Include a Fun Activity
One of my favorite things to see in boo basket ideas for boyfriend are activity plans. Setting up a great date idea ahead of time or organizing a special Halloween event is a great gift idea that can help you create memories you’ll always look back on.
20. Spooky Movie Night
You can use your boo basket to collect all the must-haves for the perfect spooky movie marathon. After all, there is no better time of horror movies than Halloween.
Make sure to include a cute list of Halloween-themed movies (start with a classic like Hocus Pocus), popcorn packets, and fun soda drinks to replicate the theater experience at home.
21. Plan A Fall Hike
If your boyfriend loves the kind of activity that takes place outdoors, plan ahead of time a beautiful fall hike for him. Do extensive research on the most scenic hikes in your area and make sure to block a day and time that is convenient for both your schedules.
You can print a map of your chosen location, buy a disposable camera to take photos, and let your boyfriend guess where the adventure will take you!
22. Date Coupons
If you are looking for a fully customizable and very thoughtful gift, consider including in your basket date night coupons for your boyfriend.
You can fill it with Halloween-themed date ideas or come up with fun activities you guys can do over the entire year. All your boyfriend has to do is pull out a date coupon when he is ready to have a great time!
23. Sponsored Simple Shopping Trip
If you want to gift a boo basket to your boyfriend but are really not sure of what to include in it, you can always turn creating the basket itself into a fun activity to do together.
Offer to take him on a shopping trip to his favorite store to create a Halloween boo basket – your treat! You’ll both have so much fun scouring the store for the best Halloween finds and, most importantly, you’ll get to spend time together bonding.
Small Filler Halloween Gifts
Filler small gifts are the perfect addition to your boo basket ideas for boyfriend as they can make your gift feel more complete without requiring too much of an increase in your budget. Think of these little gifts as the finishing touches on your Halloween gift!
24. Halloween Card
Your boo basket ideas for boyfriend are not complete without a lovely card. head to the stationary section of a store and pick out the cutest Halloween card design you can find.
Don’t be afraid to get cute and let your boyfriend know how much it means to you to be spending this holiday together. It’s the perfect way to let him know how much you love him!
25. Gaming Gift Card
If your boyfriend loves gaming, then a small gift card to his favorite gaming store or Amazon can be a great boo basket suggestion. He’ll be able to buy his next favorite game at a discount and you’ll get bonus points for supporting one of his hobbies!
26. Customized Halloween T-Shirt
If you are a creative person, consider designing a customized Halloween T-shirt for your boyfriend. I love creating designs in Canva and then printing them locally for a very affordable gift.
If you do decide to order this online or commission the design, make sure to check on the delivery time requirements. Halloween often marks the start of holiday shopping so you can expect some delays.
27. DIY Halloween Gift
Last but not least, if you are a crafty genius, pour your talent into your boo basket and head to your local craft store to create a unique Halloween gift. I love this DIY Halloween keychain set for instance, so creative!
To Conclude
This post showed you 27 boo basket ideas for boyfriend to create a thoughtful and fun Halloween gift basket!
From creative customizable ideas and delicious treats to practical tips and on-theme self-care items, the options to surprise your boyfriend are endless. Use this time of year to show your partner how much you love and appreciate him!
Overall, remember that there are lots of fun Halloween ideas that don’t require a huge budget. The most important thing is to choose fun pieces that feel special to you and your boyfriend.
