Best Stylish Gifts for Men
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Clothing is a tricky gift to give no matter who the recipient may be. But if you have a fashionable guy on your list, it can be damn near impossible to find something that won’t require a gift receipt and an awkward conversation. Not anymore. If you are in doubt about what the man who knows exactly what he wants is looking for, chances are, it’s on this list. And if it isn’t? Well, whatever. Just give him a gift card and call it a (holi)day.
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If you are shopping for the stylish man in your life, or happen to be one yourself and are looking to drop some hints in that web browser, keep on clicking for our list of the best gifts you can possibly find for even the most fickle fashion guy you know.
Apparel: Shirts, Shorts, Pants & Sweaters
Ibex GOAT Long Sleeve Crew
You can't survive the colder months without a long sleeve crew, but that's no excuse to wear any old shirt. Ibex has cracked the code for making comfortable, stylish and athletic-looking merino apparel, with low-profile saddle stitching to minimize friction and keep you feeling as good as you look.
Unbound Merino Crew Neck T-Shirt
One of the safest possible gifting options for men is a classic, high-quality t-shirt, and Unbound Merino’s Crew Neck combines premium materials with a timeless design. Made from 100% Merino wool, this tee is both odor- and wrinkle-resistant, and the crew cut gives it the kind of versatility that can take you from upscale to casual with ease. Men who struggle with heat and excess sweat will also appreciate its quick-drying and temperature-regulating abilities.
Revtown Sharp Jeans, Coal Black
A whole lot of men missed out on the skinny jean fad for one simple reason: thick thighs. Men who squat, play hockey, or cycle all know what I’m talking about. That’s why we’re so excited about Revtown. Founded by three former Under Armour executives, it’s dedicated to bringing quality, eco-friendly, performance-ready denim to the masses. Every pair of Revtown jeans retails for the same low price, and while they may have the style and look of high-end jeans, we promise they feel like athletic pants. So please, do your thick-thighed male friends a favor and pick them up a pair of Revtown’s finest.
Houdini M's Lykan Crew
A knitted sweater is a winter staple, but these can walk a fine line between stylish and tacky. Opt for the M's Lykan Crew from Houdini and you'll be safely on the side of stylish thanks to its fantastic fit, neither too tight nor too lose, and ultralight, stretchy fabric, that can keep you in comfort all day long.
Keap Athletics Active Short
The athleisure trend isn't as hot as it once was, but time has only intensified our love of comfortable, stylish and versatile gear. The Active Shorts from Keap Athletics are a great case-in-point: they’re attractive, with an athletic cut, quality stitching, and a contrast waistband, but also highly functional. The front pockets are deep and placed high up on the shorts themselves, so you can sit back without worrying about the dreaded falling phone or lost wallet, and a zippered back pocket keeps your essentials safe. They’ve even sewn the drawstrings into the back of the shorts, so you won’t have to worry about your dryer pulling the string out over time. After you give a friend a pair of Keap shorts, they’ll never be able to return to normal athletic shorts ever again.
Lululemon Soft Jersey Hoodie
No list of stylish gifts for men would be complete without an everyday hoodie, and yoga-turned-fashion brand Lululemon makes one of the very best in the business.
$98 at Lululemon.com
Outerwear: Jackets, Vests & Coats
Alpha Industries Slim Fit N-3B
Alpha Industries’ classic N-3B parka is stylishly built for extreme cold weather situations thanks to the contrast lining channel quilted lining, removable faux fur around hood, and faux mouton lined hood.
William Murray Chip Shot Pullover
William “Bill” Murray (you may have heard of him) launched a golf collection, and we have to say, it’s surprisingly stylish. This pullover was requested by the Murray brothers as a way to keep the core warm without restricting their golf swing, and in turn, the swing of your sartorial gift recipient.
Vuori Alpine Fleece Full Zip
Fleece full zips have become ubiquitous in winter, and for good reason: they deliver enough insulation and warmth to protect you on the coldest days while still offering outfit versatility, pairing well with jeans, khakis and even snow pants. Vuori's Alpine Fleece offers quality construction, plenty of practical pocket space, and three eye-catching color options.
Patagonia Retro Pile Fleece Vest
This retro style, 100 percent-recycled polyester shearling pile vest from Patagonia proves, without a doubt, that fashion and function can coexist in complete harmony. Add to that the fact that it’s Fair Trade Certified sewn and really, this should be in every man’s closet by January 1.
$129 at Patagonia.com
Underwear & Socks
Nice Laundry Custom Monogrammed Socks
It’s OK to give the gift of socks when they are upscale and personal. These from Nice Laundry fit the bill. He’ll be thrilled to wear these anywhere from important meetings to casual get togethers.
From $75 at NiceLaundry.com
Hippy Feet – Smiley Face Crews
Socks are always a safe gifting option, because we never seem to have enough, but there’s another reason to opt for Hippy Feet this holiday season: they’re a Minneapolis-based Benefit Corporation whose mission is to provide support to the homeless. Every purchase of Hippy Feet socks goes to support their employment program, targeting at-risk youths between 16 and 24 years old. Since 2016, they’ve employed more than 150 young people, and their American-made, eco-friendly socks are special to look at, too. The designs range from the subdued and monochrome to the eye-popping and psychedelic, so you’ll have no trouble finding the right pair for your friend.
Hanes Comfort Flex Fit Total Support Pouch Boxer Briefs
Most boxer briefs only check one of two boxes: either they’re pretty to look at and awful to wear, or they’re extremely comfortable but embarrassing to the eyes. With the Comfort Flex Fit Total Support Pouch Boxer Briefs (we know, it’s a mouthful), Hanes has really perfected the design: minimalist on the exterior, with a flexible construction that moves with your body. The waistband never rides up; there are no annoying, scratchy tags to worry about in the back; the breathable mesh liner gives you a dry and chafe-free experience – and best of all, they manage all of this while still looking sleek and sexy.
Footwear
Samuel Hubbard Featherlight Founder Oxford
You can't get away with wearing sneakers forever, especially if you have white collar job aspirations, but that doesn't mean you're doomed to perpetual discomfort, either. Samuel Hubbard make beautiful, elegant shoes that never sacrifice on-foot comfort for style, and their Featherlight Founder Oxford, with a full leather lining and shock-absorbing EVA lug outsole, are the perfect example of that balance.
Beckett Simonon Valencia Wholecuts
You may only have occasion to wear formal footwear a handful of times each year, but trust us: you don't want to be searching for the right shoes to complement a suit the night before a wedding or black tie event. The Valencia Wholecuts from the esteemed Beckett Simonon are made from a single piece of full-grain calfskin leather (hence the "wholecut" designation) sourced from an Italian tannery. No ornamentation, no distracting lines or design flourishes – just the highest quality of craftsmanship and materials combining to produce a stunning shoe you wouldn't blush to wear down the red carpet.
Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed
If you haven’t gotten the memo, Birkenstocks are cool again, and boy are they ever. With shapes and styles we have never seen before, these cozy, comfy AF slides are going to be what everyone will want to be wearing inside and outside this holiday season. We’d put money on it.
$169.95 at Brikenstock.com
Hats, Gloves & Accessories
Vincero The Rogue, Gunmetal / Red
Vincero's best-selling The Altitude watch combines a striking design with high functionality, creating a modernized pilot watch that will draw eyes to your wrist, guaranteed. Classic pilot watch features, from the dual time zone displays and red second hand to the luminous numerals and hour and minute hands, elevate the classic design, while the matte black watch face and dial add a modern twist.
Ebbets Field Flannels Baltimore Orioles 1954 MLB Authentic Wool Ballcap
Ebbets Field Flannels has a selection of hats that will satisfy sports enthusiasts as much as it will style enthusiasts. This vintage style cap looks good with anything.
$68 at Ebbets.com
Nobis No Cold Shoulder Beanie
Every purchase of this stylish hat helps keep all of our communities' most vulnerable warm this winter. A full 100 percent of the pre-tax purchase price is donated to charity. This gift doesn’t just help him stay warm this holiday, and we fully support that.
Nixon 51-30 Chrono Watch
Named for the 51mm face size and waterproof rating of 30 ATM, the limited edition 51-30 Chrono is the OG oversized watch that gave birth to a whole style movement. Its pro-level chronograph and waterman functionality makes it so much more than a pretty (watch) face.
Glasses & Sunglasses
Foster Grant TP 05
With blue light filtering and polarized, scratch-resistant lenses, not to mention a classic silhouette that suits most men’s head shapes perfectly, the Foster Grant TP 05 sunglasses are an easy gift, sure to please any guy. Their MaxBlock technology grants these glasses 100% UVA/UVB protection, and the build quality is so impressive that your friend will never believe what you paid for them.
Serengeti Eyewear Shelby Sunglasses
If you have a friend who likes to make a statement, these are the sunglasses for him. The “shiny silver” frame, polarized “Blue Cat” lens, and bold design ensure these sunglasses will turn heads. But they’re not all about the looks, either. The metal frames are made in Italy, to the highest standards, and handcrafted for maximum comfort on the face. Serengeti’s legendary lens technology offers you superior UV protection and vision; in fact, the brand’s photochromic technology adapts to the lighting conditions, infusing the lens with molecules that expand in brighter conditions to allow less light to pass through and shrink in darker conditions, allowing more light in.
Knockaround Sunglasses – Fort Knocks
Who said stylish sunglasses had to be expensive? Knockaround lives up to its namesake, making great-looking glasses that can take a beating. The Fort Knocks in tortoise shell look great and are easy to pair with a variety of outfits, while the UV400 protection and included carry pouch lend these affordable shades great value. For an extra $5, you can even have the lenses polarized.
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