When it comes to choosing the perfect gift for the man in your life, it’s easy to panic and go for the safe option. But if you want to treat him to something a touch more memorable than yet another shirt or pair of socks this year, we’ve got you covered. Elite Traveler has compiled a carefully curated list of luxury gifts, especially for him. The products featured below meet the very highest standards of quality and craftsmanship – so they’ll last long beyond the holiday season. From silk bow ties to 24-karat gold cufflinks, these memorable gifts are a cut above the rest.
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Style
Huntsman, Silk Garza Regimental Tie
A good tie can really pull a formal outfit together so it’s certainly not an area you should be looking to save money. This example from the world-famous Huntsman tailors on London’s Savile Row follows the traditional striped regimental fashion and utilizes understated brown, gold and navy coloring. Made entirely from 100% kimono silk in a grenadine weave, you’ll be the envy of every function if you turn up wearing a Huntsman tie.
$265, huntsman.com
Richard Anderson, Walnut Jersey Sports Coat
Sticking on Savile Row, a few shops down the road is Richard Anderson, which opened in 2001 and was the first new bespoke tailoring house on Savile Row for over 50 years. Anderson began at Huntsman at the age of 17 and progressed to become the youngest head cutter in the Row’s history. This Walnut Jersey Sports Coat comes from the new ready-to-wear collection. Fully canvassed for both longevity and comfort, it’s ideal as a winter layer or dressed up and a touch more formal in the summer.
$1,550, richardanderson.com
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Thom Sweeney, Wool Cashmere Double Breasted Overcoat
It’s getting cold so a good overcoat is absolutely essential, especially with more formal attire. Some may try to don the puffer jacket over a suit, but very few succeed. This option from Thom Sweeney is made in Italy from 90% wool and 10% cashmere, is fully lined and features horn buttons. The double-breasted construction is ideal for keeping out the cold breeze and it sits at the knee. Don’t buy an overcoat that sits any higher, like mid-thigh or god forbid at the waist, it will cut you in half and make you look like a tree stump.
$3,745, thomsweeney.com
Anglo-Italian, Knitted Bomber Jacket Brown Donegal
While the fairly recent start-up Anglo-Italian is known for its tailoring, which blends the finest elements of, you guessed it, British and Italian styles, this bomber jacket represents a more casual option. Well suited on its own, or as layering under a rainjacket on colder days, its texture gives the piece a touch more visual interest than a classic bomber. Crafted in Japan, the horn buttons give a subtle nod to this brand’s more formal specialties.
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$681, angloitalian,com
Moose Knuckles, Montreal Vest
Canadian outerwear specialist Moose Knuckles knows a thing or two about outerwear, and the Montreal Vest makes a great transitional piece. Featuring DWR-treated cotton and ethically sourced 80/20 down, its slim silhouette keeps movement-free and ensures things don’t get too casual. The pockets are lined with a soft touch material, keeping your hands warm when conditions get a little inclement.
$595, mooseknuckles.com
Purdey, Kirk Cashmere Fair Isle Crew Neck Jumper
A good piece of knitwear is a must-have, and in a category that is awash with cheap rubbish that wears out and pills after just a few wears, nowhere else will you be so pleased that you spent the extra cash. This option is a classic Fair Isle from famed gunmaking and country clothing producer Purdey. It’s 100% cashmere so it’s delightfully soft, with the iconic Fair Isle pattern working perfectly with almost any fall/winter outfit.
$1,100, purdey.com
Crockett & Jones, Pembroke
A good pair of shoes is absolutely essential to complete any outfit formal or not, and may we suggest you go for a pair made in Northampton, England, home to some of the finest shoemakers in the world. This particular example from Crockett & Jones is an ideal option for the county – no brown in town – and thanks to its storm welt is considerably more waterproof than you think.
$790, crockett&Jones.com
Accessories
Luca Faloni, Weekender Bag
Every man needs a good leather bag to carry their wares, and this option from Luca Falone makes an esteemed choice. Crafted from 100% vegetable-tanned ‘pieno fiore’ full-grain leather in northern Italy, it’s a hardy bag that will get better with age, developing a hearty patina as it’s used. Complying with airline regulations for hand luggage, it’s the ideal option for a weekend away or a quick city break.
$975, lucafaloni.com
Lock & Co, Ventnor Cuenca Ultra-fino Panama
While winter may well be upon us, it doesn’t mean it’s not time to pick up a few summer pieces. Lock & Co, the oldest hat shop in the world, has been producing some of the finest hats for almost 350 years and the Ventor, Cuenca Ultra-Fino Panama is the perfect example of what all that experience gets you. Taking up to six months to weave by hand in Ecuador, it makes a delightful summer statement piece.
$1,806, lock&co.com
Brunello Cuccinelli Sunglasses, Sartorial Sunset acetate sunglasses with polarized lenses
The 70s are back and this piece from Italian luxury specialist Brunello Cuccinelli will have you looking like prime Steve McQueen. The strong yet balanced aviator shape is well suited to both formal and more casual occasions. Handcrafted in Italy, and utilizing polarized lenses this is a true piece of elevated eyewear, the cherry on top of any good outfit.
Dunhill, Melange Cashmere Double Face Check Scarf
On colder days, it could be high time to don a scarf, and this cashmere option from Dunhill achieves the height of sartorial elegance. Its reversible nature means if you’re feeling bold you can go for the check pattern, or flip it around for grey if you’re looking for a touch more subtlety. The design is taken up a notch with the inclusion of an AD Cypher motif.
$710, dunhill.com
Bennet Winch, S.C Holdall
There’s not much worse than a creased suit. Thankfully, the geniuses over at Savile Row’s Bennet Winch have created a piece that practically solves this issue for good. Part weekender bag, part suit carrier. Hard, tight crease-creating folds are totally avoided by having the suit carrier element wrap around the inner bag. It’s a clever solution to a real issue and the ideal gift for business or pleasure travelers who like to arrive at their destination looking smart.
$1,450, bennettwinch.com
Morganthal Frederics, Fonda
If you have ever seen a celebrity wearing a pair of glasses and wondered where they were from, there is a good chance they were made by the specialists in horn glasses, Morganthal Frederics. This renowned luxury eyewear brand has been crafting the finest spectacles since 1913 and the Fonda in horn proves to be a great example. Handcrafted in Germany to last a lifetime, it’s always worth spending a little more on something you plan to wear on your face.
$2,295, morgenthalfrederics.com
Tournaire X Le Parapluie de Cherbourg, Engrenages Umbrella
In a collaboration between umbrella manufacturer Le Parapluie de Cherbourg and jeweler Tournaire, the Engrenages umbrella elevates avoiding rain to new heights. The decorative handle is crafted in art bronze and includes diamonds, with this element manufactured in the Tiurnaire workshop, while the rest of the piece is brought together by Le Parapluie de Cherbourg.
$450, tournaire.com
Oushaba, Fossil Cufflinks
Unlike many men’s accessories, cufflinks are a great opportunity to add a little personal touch to an outfit without being too gaudy. This option from Oushaba is ideal for those looking to flex their sustainability credentials as they feature circuit board fragments from discarded mobile phones. Handcrafted in Italy to order, each piece is unique and housed in recycled silver, they also make an ideal conversation starter if you run out of things to say at dinner. Just maybe wait for someone else to bring them up before going for “Have you seen my cufflinks, they are made from recycled circuit boards.”
$770, oushaba.com
ST Dupont, Lighter Necklace
The humble lighter, a necessary tool for smokers and non-smokers alike – candles don’t light themselves now, do they? Of course, you can always pop down to your local shop and pick up a disposable one, but that seems deeply unrefined, and think of the turtles for goodness sake. French company ST Dupont is the big name on the block when it comes to elevated timeless lighters that will last a lifetime. This particular number comes on a chain so you can wear it as a necklace for safekeeping. Lighter thieves beware.
$395, st-dupont.com
Cartier Panthère de Cartier Bracelet in Yellow Gold with Onyx and Tsavorite Garnets
For a touch of bling, you can never go wrong with Cartier. A unique jewelry piece, the onyx detailing adds a playful touch, while the tsavorite garnet eyes provide a striking pop of green that brings the iconic Cartier panther to life.
cartier.com, $8,550
BDK Parfums, Gris Charnel Extrait
Concentrated at 30% and offering more intense notes than the original, Gris Charnel Extrait from bdk Parfums, brings the woody essence of patchouli, in addition to sandalwood and vanilla with a little smokeyness. It’s the ideal fall/winter fragrance which even has a little freshness with cardamom essence and black tea extract. For those looking for an elevated fragrance, it makes an esteemed choice.
$280. bdkparfums.com
Cartier Santos de Cartier Cufflinks
Inspired by the Cartier Santos watch, these cufflinks show off Cartier’s signature screw motif, echoing the design language of the Santos collection. A subtle yet sophisticated accessory, these cufflinks add a element of understated elegance to a formal look.
$840, cartier.com
Montblanc, StarWalker Space Blue Metal Fountain Pen
An intergalactic gift, this fountain pen pays tribute to the mystery and excitement of outer space with a futuristic design. Montblanc’s StarWalker collection brings a new look to the pen’s metal cap and barrel, with a design that recalls the intricate structures of the Widmanstätten Pattern, one of nature’s most hypnotic creations.
$1,140, montblanc.com
Watches
Zenith, DEFY Skyline Felipe Pantone Tourbillon
While perhaps not the best first entry into the world of luxury timepieces, this statement option from Swiss producer Zenith is a true collector’s gem. Working in collaboration with artist Felipe Pantone this piece combines the world of light-based contemporary art and horology. Featuring a 41mm case and the addition of a tourbillon complication, with only 100 produced, it’s the ideal piece if you want to ensure you’re wearing the most interesting watch in the room.
$62,300, zenith.com
Girard-Perregaux, Casquette
A bold blend of retro design and modern horology, the Casquette is a standout timepiece. Its futuristic, avant-garde design makes it an unconventional addition for horologists looking to add something a little more unusual to their collection.
$4,960, girard-perregaux.com
Audemars Piguet, Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph 42mm in 18K Yellow Gold
A hefty watch, the Royal Oak is an icon in any watch-lovers collection, designed by the legendary Gérald Genta in 1972. The Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph pairs a yellow gold case and bracelet with a smoked yellow-gold toned Grand Tapisserie dial, for a sophisticated, dimensional look, perfect for those looking for a bold yet wearable timepiece.
audemarspiguet.com, $78,200
Piaget, Polo Steel Skeleton Watch
If your loved one is particularly fascinated by the inner workings of watches, we’ve found the ideal piece. A feat of watchmaking, in order to successfully develop the Piaget Polo Skeleton, Piaget’s designers and engineers had to build of an all-new self-winding skeleton movement 1200S1 powered by an off-centre micro rotor. And for a touch of customisation, each Piaget Polo Skeleton is delivered with an additional alligator leather strap.
$30,200, piaget.com
Omega, Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional 42mm in 18K Moonshine gold
Not only a stunning timepiece but an important part of global history, the Speedmaster Moonwatch was the first watch worn on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission and has played an important part in all six moon landings. Inspired by the 4th generation Speedmaster, this 42 mm Moonwatch is a versatile piece, perfect for both formal and casual wear. The watch’s ceramic bezel with a gold tachymeter scale adds a sporty yet refined touch to the classic design.
omegawatches.com, $42,600
Glasshutte, PanoMaticInverse
Limited to 25 pieces, the PanoMaticInverse pays tribute to the historical importance and forward-looking character of Dresden with a hand-engraved special edition. The roof of the Academy of Fine Arts is memorialized on the front, next to the unmistakable ‘lantern’ atop the Frauenkirche dome.
$47,400, glashuette-original.com
Vacheron Constantin, Overseas Selfwinding 41mm in 18K 5N Pink Gold
Suited to those with an active lifestyle, this Vacheron Constantin watch houses an automatic movement with an oscillating weight. Thanks to its pin buckle and three straps, the watch can be personalized according to the owner’s wishes, ideal for those with everchanging style.
vacheron-constantin.com, $65,500
A Langhe & Son, 1815 Rattrapante in 950 Platinum
Limited to 200 pieces, the 1815 Rattrapante is A. Lange & Söhne’s first pure split-seconds chronograph. A timeless piece, the model version in platinum features an argenté-colored dial crafted from solid silver.
Price on request, alange-soehne.com
Wolf, Double Watch Winder With Storage
Ensure your collection is well taken care of with this timeless watch winder. This classic accessory has been redesigned in modern elegance. Caretakers can choose from single up to eight modules and be assured their timepiece will be wound with complete accuracy.
$1,479, wolf1834.com
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