Nearly every well-meaning mother-in-law has placed a gift of socks or underwear in the hands of a clueless man. The interaction is practically scripted. 

She says, “You can never have too many!”

And he echoes: “You can never have too many,” while forcing a laugh and looking for relief in the eyes of his spouse.

Surely, there’s nothing wrong with useful gifts, but what if those everyday items had a little more meaning? What if, for instance, those socks gave back to people in need? Or what if you went for a different kind of sock, compared to the same old crew style he’s used to? 

While Bombas is known for its give-back ethos and comfy everyday socks, the brand also carries a whole catalog of specialty items that you may have never heard about yet. 

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Bombas items for him, so you can give the gift that really does keep giving.

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Editor’s Note: We partnered with Bombas for this article — with the goal of helping our readers understand the brand’s products and pick the best one(s) for them. 

Bombas paid a fee to help us bring this article to life. Additionally, some links in this article are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission on any purchases you make at no extra cost to you.

However, this article was written independently by the Good Good Good team, without oversight or feedback from the brand. 

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The Best Bombas Products for Him That Go Beyond Plain Old Socks

Socks

Men’s Vintage Stripes Calf Sock

If he’s already getting socks every year, why not step it up with something stylish? 

These Vintage Stripes Calf Socks sit between a calf and a quarter height, making them the perfect modern iteration of a classic vintage crew sock.

The retro varsity design makes for an intentional touch, but modern cushioned footbeds, arch support, and “stay-up technology” will knock any old socks out of the park.

Shop: Single Pair 

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Men’s Everyday Compression Socks

Compression socks are often a hot item for the pregnant people in your life, but dudes can benefit from the glory of compression, too!

Perfectly snug with a medium level of compression, these socks are the supportive sidekick. They’re a perfect fit for travelers, runners, or folks with demanding, stand-on-your-feet-all-day jobs. 

Shop: Single Pair | 3-Pack | 6-Pack

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Men’s Reflective Calf Socks

Keep the guy you love safe when he goes out for his next run. These Reflective Calf Socks maintain all that beloved Bombas comfort while adding a spotlight of visibility for all of those nighttime activities.

Designed with 360° light-reflecting yarns, sweat-wicking technology, and airflow ventilation, they’re perfect for an early morning jog, evening bike ride, or middle-of-the-night dog potties. 

They also come in white, neon yellow, and peach, so even if your dude doesn’t want to look like a highlighter, there’s a pair for him.

Shop: Single Pair

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Men’s Dress Calf Socks

OK, so we’ve got them covered on casual and performance socks, but what about those days in the office?

It turns out, dress socks don’t have to suck. Bombas makes theirs with extra-long staple cotton, a cushioned footbed, and a “sure-fit cuff” to make these socks stay up all day long.

Plus, the calf socks are a little shorter than normal dress socks, making them perfect for a day at work (but maybe not a formal wedding). 

Shop: Single Pair | 4-Pack | Gift Box

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Slippers

Men’s Gripper Slipper Booties

Many dads and dad-adjacent dudes are familiar with the delight of a pair of slippers on a slow Sunday morning. But we’d venture to say that they haven’t tried a pair of slipper booties.

The Bombas Gripper Slippers are a crowd favorite, but the booties go the extra mile and bring all the goodness up a notch (more specifically, up the ankles). 

With a thick footbed for extra cushion, a sherpa-brushed interior lining, and ultra-thin grippers made from PVC, it’s like your feet’s dream come true. 

Shop: Gripper Slipper Booties

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Men’s Sunday Slippers

Soft, ultra-warm sherpa — both on the outer layer and inner lining — make these slippers the coziest companion for the chilliest months of the year.

They have a memory footbed and a rubber outsole so you can run out to the mailbox without changing into real shoes — the greenest flag for a pair of slippers, if you ask us. 

Shop: Men’s Sunday Slippers

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Underwear

Men’s Cotton Modal Blend Boxer Brief

As beloved as they are (they come with a 4.6-star rating on the website), those who know of Bombas as a sock-specific brand have yet to be introduced to these comfy underwear. 

The modal blend boxer briefs from Bombas are made with breathable cotton, smooth Tencel Modal fibers (made from beech tree pulp!), and a wee bit of spandex to make the Superman of undies. 

The fabric is breathable and durable — and the best part? — they have zero tags. It’s officially game-over for his drawer full of old holey underwear.

Available in sizes S-3XL.

Shop: Single Pair | 3-Pack | 6-Pack | 12-Pack | Gift Pack

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T-Shirts

Men’s Premium Weight T-Shirts

The power of a plain T-shirt simply cannot be overstated. But the power of a heavyweight cotton T-shirt? Next level.

Made with 100% cotton in five sizes, this T-shirt offers a relaxed, easy fit, with structure and softness that will quickly make it a classic staple. 

Available in sizes S-3XL.

Shop: Short-Sleeve 

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What is so special about Bombas? 

Bombas makes comfortable, high-quality essentials and operates under a buy-one-give-one approach, giving those must-have undergarments to folks in need.

Over the years, Bombas has donated over 150 million items to its network of over 4,000 Giving Partners, including overnight shelters, transitional living facilities, street outreach teams, rehabilitation centers, Title 1 schools, and medical service professionals.

Plus, the brand is a certified B Corp, has a recycling program, and commits to only making clothes that actually need to be made (like socks and undies!) 

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Looking for Bombas gifts for the women in your life? Check out our guide to the best Bombas gifts for every kind of woman.