'Tis the season for spoiling loved ones. But for some, choosing the perfect gift for the men in your life can be a little daunting no matter their styles or interests – especially if you want to stay away from yet another tie.
Dried flowers and dark hues of charcoal, brown and burgundy lend a refined austerity to your holiday decor, image courtesy of Bloomingville; header image courtesy of H&M Home
So let this be the year to up your game with our curated holiday gift guide filled with suave, thoughtful presents at every budget for the most important gentlemen in your life, whether that be your dad, husband, brother, boyfriend or friend. From high-tech gadgets to sultry whiskies, rustic decor pieces, leather-clad luggage, fitness gears and even a fresh trim, click through the below gallery to see all of our curated picks that he will surely love receiving:
Imbue your Christmas decor with a rustic, masculine panache with TREE’s driftwood candleholders. Resembling a warm and cosy crackling yule log fireplace, each piece is lovingly handcrafted in the Philippines using natural wooden branches washed ashore. Whether placed as a centrepiece on your dining table or as a decorative accent on your mantle, these pieces are sure to steal the show at any gathering this Christmas season.
HK$295
tree.com.hk
Good things come in small packages. Case in point: US-based audio company Klipsch’s T5 True Wireless Earphones, which just launched in Hong Kong. Packing plenty of power in these lightweight studs, the in-ear Bluetooth speakers feature the brand’s newly designed oval ear tips, advanced acoustic engineering, call-enabled microphones, premium materials and sleek design. The special holiday edition ‘Triple Black’ charging case is sure to thrill stylish audiophiles this Christmas.
HK$1,999
klipsch.com
Whether you wish to escape the hustle and bustle this holiday season with expeditions to the countryside, or to kick start your health goals early, a gift from iconic British bike manufacturer Brompton Bikes is sure to thrill any adrenaline junkie or fitness-minded man. The new Explore edition features a custom 28L roll-top bag, a special edition spares pouch, and a 6-speed group set with reduced gearing which allows riders to tackle challenging routes – not to mention an extremely lightweight form at 11kg that is foldable within 20 seconds.
HK$18,460
brompton.com
Tipplers will delight in receiving award-winning Scottish whisky brand Highland Park’s newest (and peatiest) release: the Valfather, a beautifully rich and smokey conclusion to the brand’s three-part Viking Legend series. Boasting a layered profile of creamy vanilla crème brûlée with toasted cedar wood and warming paprika, perfectly finished off with sweet notes of crisp apple and fragrant pear, the whisky looks just as good in your cellar featuring stunning gold-embellished packaging by Danish designer Jim Lyngvild.
HK$588
highlandparkwhisky.com
It's not easy staying stylish when travelling – so help your special one out with a gift from luxury luggage brand Tumi, which just released a limited edition reimagining of their Alpha Bravo collection. The Sheppard Deluxe Brief Pack and modern Nathan Expandable Backpack have been redesigned with smooth and refined black leather and adorned with silver accents, making these versatile styles ideal for both work and play.
HK$5,690
tumi-hk.com
Instead of a wrapped gift, why not switch it up this year and treat your beloved to a fresh dapper cut? The aptly name Handsome Factory is a beloved destination for men’s grooming, providing quality cuts, wet shaves, beard trimming and quality grooming products for the modern gentleman. Better yet, founder J Brian Siswojo is bringing the authentic barber services to IFC’s Lane Crawford with a men’s grooming pop-up this holiday season.
Price upon request
handsomefactory.com