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12 Perfect Christmas Gifts For Gentlemen
Finding the perfect gift for the man in your life can be challenging enough. If they’re discerning gents like Mr Bown & his friends, it’s reasonably sure that they will appreciate the finer things in life. Quality workmanship will be high on the agenda. Perhaps something a little unique, personalised or monogrammed? Something coveted or collectable or maybe even a limited edition will fit the bill.
Before settling on a predictable, run of the mill gift take some time out to consider what makes the recipient of your gift tick. What are his interests and hobbies? Can you pick up any clues from his sense of style or his interior décor choices?
Just because he has expensive tastes, doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune. Get creative, do a little detective work and remember the presentation can have as much impact as the gift itself.
To give you a helping hand, we’ve compiled a list of twelve great gifts for any man on your shopping list. Whether it’s your boss, boyfriend, brother or best friend, son, dad, grandad, uncle or husband, we’ve got a gift idea that will wow them this Christmas. And yes, of course, there will be a luxury bathrobe for men in the mix because that’s what we do best!!
Smythson Panama Watch Roll
A Patek Philippe might be pushing the budget too far, but what else do you get for the man with a keen eye for stylish timekeeping? A travel watch roll is not a bad place to start, and we love the Liberty-esque print on Smythson’s Panama timepiece keeper. Crafted from cross-grain calf leather, it features a contrasting suede lining and removable padded roll designed to accommodate a variety of watch styles. Just like our designer bathrobes for men, you can make it personal with gold stamped initials. The Panama watch roll is priced £375, but solid colours are available from £213.
https://www.smythson.com/uk/navy%2Fprint-panama-travel-watch-roll-1027785.html?cgid=522
English Pewter Co. Single Copper Whisky Glass Tumbler - 11oz
Mr Bown is partial to a tipple in his smoking jacket, but he’s very discerning about his drinkware. We think this understated, yet eye-catching whisky tumbler from The Pewter Rose Collection would be entirely at home in the drink’s cabinet. The copper-plated pewter base makes it a weighty little number option, and a personalised message option makes it a unique gift for the socially mobile gent. Prices start at £25 with additional costs for engraving.
100 Movies Scratch off Poster
Serial lockdown is becoming something of the norm, so this is an excellent gift for the man who wants to bolster his movie-viewing credentials. Think of it as a bucket list of iconic movies. Perfect for hunkering down with a bowl of popcorn and Netflix. £12.99
Coffee Subscription
With more people working at home than ever before there’s a real need to recreate some of our comforting daily rituals. Grabbing a real roast on the office commute is one of the many perks of city living and with a legion of serious brewers popping up, it’s never been easier to guarantee the daily fix. Reward the man in your life with a coffee subscription and ensure he never misses his caffeine kick again. There’s been a proliferation of brands appearing on the scene in recent years but among our favourites are the family-run Broomfield Coffee company with their artisan and speciality coffees and Perky Blenders for their letterbox-friendly six-week subscription packages. Prices vary depending on length and roast.
https://broomfieldcoffee.co.uk/subscription
https://perkyblenders.com/products/six-week-club?variant=33323703730235
Maxibillion Underwear
It’s all well and good working from home and not getting out of your dressing gown until midday, but any man worth his salt is going to want to protect his modesty for the steady stream of Amazon deliveries. Ensure he doesn’t experience any wardrobe malfunctions when answering the door in his bathrobe with the gift of luxurious underwear. Maxibillion has carved out a niche in the men’s underwear sector by recognising that one size does not fit all. By that, they mean that the same style of underwear cannot possibly deliver the comfort and function required for work, workouts, travel and sophisticated black-tie attire. They’ve revolutionised the category with some serious engineering and smart textile choices without compromising on the aesthetic. If he’s going to sit around in his pants, make sure they’re stylish ones! Prices start at £30.
https://www.maxibillion.co.uk/men-s-luxury
Acqua Di Parma Limited Edition Cologne
In their own words, ‘for the discerning man with refined tastes’, Acqua Di Parma has become synonymous with success and style the world over. The brand originated in Italy in 1916 and thanks to Italian Baron, Carlo Magnani, has been bringing Italian style and fragrance into life ever since.
All of Acqua Di Parma products are made by traditional craftsmen in Italy and sold directly or through approved retailers. Gifts start from a very reasonable £70 and go up to £400 for a special edition Colonia with a limited number of 300.
Bown of London Luxury Bathrobe – Earl
Give him the gift of comfort and style with one of our best-selling, high-quality Egyptian cotton bathrobes. The Earl is a classic design, available in a deep burgundy or classic navy, with a discrete but distinctive rope piping detail to the half shawl collar. We are one of the very few premium bathrobe brands that incorporate a double belt loop to the waist, allowing him to achieve the best fit for his frame. He can select the belt loop height that offers the most comfortable and secure fit for his waist. Use our complimentary monogramming service and add his initials for that personal touch. Make sure you order before 20 December for guaranteed Christmas delivery. From £124.95 with free personalisation.
Escuyer Cardholder
Sometimes less is oh so much more, as proven by the delightful Escuyer cardholder. This simple but sophisticated leather wallet is crafted by Portuguese artisans from smooth Italian vegetable tanned leather from Tuscany and holds folded notes and cards. The handmade cardholder develops a rich patina over time that’s as individual as the man you’re gifting it to. There’s a stunning range of colours to choose from, and the gold logo stamp and handwritten presentation box create an outstanding finish. Priced at just £62.58, it’s pretty reasonable too!
https://www.escuyer.com/collections/cardholders
Fortnum and Mason 196 Piece Assorted Napolitains
Made exclusively for Fortnum’s by a family chocolatier in Tuscany these “Napolitains” are the perfect combination for the man who loves a smoking jacket and an after-dinner sweet treat. Not only is the box stunning to look at, but it holds 196 individually wrapped squares of chocolate in a variety of flavours. Flavours include dark chocolate squares from Madagascar, Venezuela, Dominican Republic and Ecuador, milk chocolate squares, sea salt milk chocolate squares, ginger dark chocolate squares, orange dark and lemon milk chocolate squares. Anyone else’s mouth watering? £95
https://www.fortnumandmason.com/196-piece-assorted-napolitains-1-2kg
Risdon & Risdon Original Apron with Leather Trim
Manual work just got a style upgrade! Whatever your man’s penchant for crafting, cooking or creating, we have a solution to keep his style credentials intact. Risdon and Risdon pride themselves on making exceptional aprons to suit any trade, profession or skill. They’re a family run business in Shropshire, and their range includes denim and canvas aprons with leather trim and nickel-plated brass clip fasteners. They’re uber-stylish, built to last and cost £155.
Closca Reusable Bottle
This is a notable gift for a changemaker or a man who seeks style with a conscience. It may look like any other reusable water bottle, but it is far from run of the mill. The design is sleek and minimal, but functionality is intrinsic to the concept. The signature silicone flap encourages you to have it with you at all times. You can attach it to your backpack, bicycle, suitcase, the pushchair – whatever makes it convenient to carry it and easier to refuse single-use plastics. The brilliance doesn’t end there. There’s an app that rewards you for refilling. Now, that’s what we call a memorable gift! From 24.90 euros.
https://closca.com/collections/closca-bottles/products/closca-bottle-nude
Bioniq Balance Personalised Daily Supplement
It’s no secret that we love a bit of personalisation at Bown of London, so we love these tailored supplements for the man (or woman) who takes health and physique seriously. It’s not a million miles away from a monogrammed bathrobe, but this gift gets a little deeper under the skin. After a thorough analysis of blood tests, Bioniq will create a daily supplement that directly targets any deficiencies the man in your life may have. Please note we are speaking of the vitamin and mineral variety rather than the inability to cook a Michelin-starred meal from scratch. As far as we’re concerned this has all the hallmarks of a great gift. It’s not something you would probably buy yourself; it’s unique and, even better, it has tangible benefits for the recipient. £150
Finding the perfect gift for the man in your life can be challenging enough. If they’re discerning gents like Mr Bown & his friends, it’s reasonably sure that they will appreciate the finer things in life. Quality workmanship will be high on the agenda. Perhaps something a little unique, personalised or monogrammed? Something coveted or collectable or maybe even a limited edition will fit the bill.
Before settling on a predictable, run of the mill gift take some time out to consider what makes the recipient of your gift tick. What are his interests and hobbies? Can you pick up any clues from his sense of style or his interior décor choices?
Just because he has expensive tastes, doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune. Get creative, do a little detective work and remember the presentation can have as much impact as the gift itself.
To give you a helping hand, we’ve compiled a list of twelve great gifts for any man on your shopping list. Whether it’s your boss, boyfriend, brother or best friend, son, dad, grandad, uncle or husband, we’ve got a gift idea that will wow them this Christmas. And yes, of course, there will be a luxury bathrobe for men in the mix because that’s what we do best!!
Smythson Panama Watch Roll
A Patek Philippe might be pushing the budget too far, but what else do you get for the man with a keen eye for stylish timekeeping? A travel watch roll is not a bad place to start, and we love the Liberty-esque print on Smythson’s Panama timepiece keeper. Crafted from cross-grain calf leather, it features a contrasting suede lining and removable padded roll designed to accommodate a variety of watch styles. Just like our designer bathrobes for men, you can make it personal with gold stamped initials. The Panama watch roll is priced £375, but solid colours are available from £213.
https://www.smythson.com/uk/navy%2Fprint-panama-travel-watch-roll-1027785.html?cgid=522
English Pewter Co. Single Copper Whisky Glass Tumbler - 11oz
Mr Bown is partial to a tipple in his smoking jacket, but he’s very discerning about his drinkware. We think this understated, yet eye-catching whisky tumbler from The Pewter Rose Collection would be entirely at home in the drink’s cabinet. The copper-plated pewter base makes it a weighty little number option, and a personalised message option makes it a unique gift for the socially mobile gent. Prices start at £25 with additional costs for engraving.
100 Movies Scratch off Poster
Serial lockdown is becoming something of the norm, so this is an excellent gift for the man who wants to bolster his movie-viewing credentials. Think of it as a bucket list of iconic movies. Perfect for hunkering down with a bowl of popcorn and Netflix. £12.99
Coffee Subscription
With more people working at home than ever before there’s a real need to recreate some of our comforting daily rituals. Grabbing a real roast on the office commute is one of the many perks of city living and with a legion of serious brewers popping up, it’s never been easier to guarantee the daily fix. Reward the man in your life with a coffee subscription and ensure he never misses his caffeine kick again. There’s been a proliferation of brands appearing on the scene in recent years but among our favourites are the family-run Broomfield Coffee company with their artisan and speciality coffees and Perky Blenders for their letterbox-friendly six-week subscription packages. Prices vary depending on length and roast.
https://broomfieldcoffee.co.uk/subscription
https://perkyblenders.com/products/six-week-club?variant=33323703730235
Maxibillion Underwear
It’s all well and good working from home and not getting out of your dressing gown until midday, but any man worth his salt is going to want to protect his modesty for the steady stream of Amazon deliveries. Ensure he doesn’t experience any wardrobe malfunctions when answering the door in his bathrobe with the gift of luxurious underwear. Maxibillion has carved out a niche in the men’s underwear sector by recognising that one size does not fit all. By that, they mean that the same style of underwear cannot possibly deliver the comfort and function required for work, workouts, travel and sophisticated black-tie attire. They’ve revolutionised the category with some serious engineering and smart textile choices without compromising on the aesthetic. If he’s going to sit around in his pants, make sure they’re stylish ones! Prices start at £30.
https://www.maxibillion.co.uk/men-s-luxury
Acqua Di Parma Limited Edition Cologne
In their own words, ‘for the discerning man with refined tastes’, Acqua Di Parma has become synonymous with success and style the world over. The brand originated in Italy in 1916 and thanks to Italian Baron, Carlo Magnani, has been bringing Italian style and fragrance into life ever since.
All of Acqua Di Parma products are made by traditional craftsmen in Italy and sold directly or through approved retailers. Gifts start from a very reasonable £70 and go up to £400 for a special edition Colonia with a limited number of 300.
Bown of London Luxury Bathrobe – Earl
Give him the gift of comfort and style with one of our best-selling, high-quality Egyptian cotton bathrobes. The Earl is a classic design, available in a deep burgundy or classic navy, with a discrete but distinctive rope piping detail to the half shawl collar. We are one of the very few premium bathrobe brands that incorporate a double belt loop to the waist, allowing him to achieve the best fit for his frame. He can select the belt loop height that offers the most comfortable and secure fit for his waist. Use our complimentary monogramming service and add his initials for that personal touch. Make sure you order before 20 December for guaranteed Christmas delivery. From £124.95 with free personalisation.
Escuyer Cardholder
Sometimes less is oh so much more, as proven by the delightful Escuyer cardholder. This simple but sophisticated leather wallet is crafted by Portuguese artisans from smooth Italian vegetable tanned leather from Tuscany and holds folded notes and cards. The handmade cardholder develops a rich patina over time that’s as individual as the man you’re gifting it to. There’s a stunning range of colours to choose from, and the gold logo stamp and handwritten presentation box create an outstanding finish. Priced at just £62.58, it’s pretty reasonable too!
https://www.escuyer.com/collections/cardholders
Fortnum and Mason 196 Piece Assorted Napolitains
Made exclusively for Fortnum’s by a family chocolatier in Tuscany these “Napolitains” are the perfect combination for the man who loves a smoking jacket and an after-dinner sweet treat. Not only is the box stunning to look at, but it holds 196 individually wrapped squares of chocolate in a variety of flavours. Flavours include dark chocolate squares from Madagascar, Venezuela, Dominican Republic and Ecuador, milk chocolate squares, sea salt milk chocolate squares, ginger dark chocolate squares, orange dark and lemon milk chocolate squares. Anyone else’s mouth watering? £95
https://www.fortnumandmason.com/196-piece-assorted-napolitains-1-2kg
Risdon & Risdon Original Apron with Leather Trim
Manual work just got a style upgrade! Whatever your man’s penchant for crafting, cooking or creating, we have a solution to keep his style credentials intact. Risdon and Risdon pride themselves on making exceptional aprons to suit any trade, profession or skill. They’re a family run business in Shropshire, and their range includes denim and canvas aprons with leather trim and nickel-plated brass clip fasteners. They’re uber-stylish, built to last and cost £155.
Closca Reusable Bottle
This is a notable gift for a changemaker or a man who seeks style with a conscience. It may look like any other reusable water bottle, but it is far from run of the mill. The design is sleek and minimal, but functionality is intrinsic to the concept. The signature silicone flap encourages you to have it with you at all times. You can attach it to your backpack, bicycle, suitcase, the pushchair – whatever makes it convenient to carry it and easier to refuse single-use plastics. The brilliance doesn’t end there. There’s an app that rewards you for refilling. Now, that’s what we call a memorable gift! From 24.90 euros.
https://closca.com/collections/closca-bottles/products/closca-bottle-nude
Bioniq Balance Personalised Daily Supplement
It’s no secret that we love a bit of personalisation at Bown of London, so we love these tailored supplements for the man (or woman) who takes health and physique seriously. It’s not a million miles away from a monogrammed bathrobe, but this gift gets a little deeper under the skin. After a thorough analysis of blood tests, Bioniq will create a daily supplement that directly targets any deficiencies the man in your life may have. Please note we are speaking of the vitamin and mineral variety rather than the inability to cook a Michelin-starred meal from scratch. As far as we’re concerned this has all the hallmarks of a great gift. It’s not something you would probably buy yourself; it’s unique and, even better, it has tangible benefits for the recipient. £150