Top 10 stylish Christmas gifts for guys
November 16, 2009 by Maria Kaski
Top 10 Christmas crackers for your eco man
Men are a notoriously difficult lot to shop for, but luckily, there is whole world of eco man-friendly gifts out there with enough variety to avoid the typical present cliches. Here’s our pick of the 10 best presents for your eco man. Amiee Jones writes.
Katherine Hamnett ‘World Peace Now’ hoodie £78
Famous for her protest-slogan clothing, Katherine Hamnett is an icon when it comes to fashion that speaks its mind. Her infamous T-shirts first surfaced in the eighties and continue to spread her wise words today. This hoodie has the added bonus of being incredibly cozy, and the perfect present to give, then cheekily borrow yourself. Made from 100% organic cotton jersey, this ‘World Peace Now’ version was ethically produced in India and made with water-based, environmentally friendly ink that will fade after the first wash to give a worn in, vintage effect.
http://www.katharinehamnett.com/shop/men/hoodies-29/mens-world-peace-now-organic-cotton-hoodie/index.html?pvId=616
Howies Pembroke wax jacket £275
Howies’ take on the traditional utility jacket is sturdy, chic and typically English in feel. The jacket is made from organic waxed cotton in the U.K, using purely traditional methods. It also has a removable horseshoe lining in brushed, organic cotton flannel, for extra insulation. The label was founded back in 1995 and focuses on outdoor and sportswear, being particularly involved in the yearly bike shows from its humble beginnings. This luxuriously practical jacket will stand the test of time and provide some fashionable protection from the weather for years to come. An excellent and beautiful gift.
http://www.howies.co.uk/product.php/2159/8/
LA Jewellery Anchor Cufflinks £49
The silver used to produce these elegant cufflinks is handcrafted by traditional Welsh silversmiths, who use ethically sourced and recycled silver, also supporting local community projects. The imperfect shape of the anchors give a sense of DIY charm, while the bright silver makes them undeniably eye-catching when caught by the light. A brilliant gift for sea farers, or those who simply appreciate a little nautical fashion.
http://www.ascensiononline.com/Catalogue/20420049/Men/La_Jewellery-Anchor_Cufflinks.aspx
Neal’s Yard Remedies Groom gift set £25
Men claim they aren’t into beauty products, but they’re lying. When you catch him slathering on your pricey moisturiser post-shave you know it’s time to invest in getting him his very own grooming kit. With that said, Neal’s Yard Remedies have put together the answer to all your man’s beauty hang-ups with their ‘Groom’ gift set. Consisting of a vegan face wash, body wash and moisturiser, it promises you will quite literally ‘feel your spirits lift as skin is cleansed, protected and enlivened.’ It also states that men’s skin is completely different to women’s, hence why it needs its own products; a fact to remind him of next time your cleanser is suddenly half empty.
http://www.nealsyardremedies.com/groom-gift
Komodo Adam Cardigan £115
There’s nothing like a traditional cosy knit at Christmas time. Komodo have worked with the same family run factories in Bali and Kathmandu for twenty years and this 100% fair-trade wool, chunky, zip-up cardigan is a great example of its wonderful knitwear. The label is known for working with a wide variety of eco-friendly and fairtrade materials, turning them into enduringly appealing pieces. The neutral colours make it a great go-to number to wear with everything, the pattern keeping it fresh and just a little quirky.
http://www.bochica.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=23_53&products_id=285
Pants to Poverty boxers £9.95 each
Happily throw out threadbare underwear that has seen better days and buy your other half a new selection of brightly coloured Pants to Poverty classic boxers. Available in a rainbow of colours, buy him a pair in each shade; one for everyday of the week. The brand’s trademark organic cotton boxers are eco-friendly dyed with non-azo dye, and also ethically made in India to help support communities and promote trade.
http://www.ascensiononline.com/Catalogue/21150008/Men/Pants_To_Poverty-Classic_Boxer.aspx
Terra Plana Bulter Shoes £120
These gorgeous shoes excel in both aesthetics and comfort, being smart enough for work, yet comfortable enough to wear on a daily basis. Terra Plana use stitching wherever possible to reduce their glue usage, and the leather is dyed to a rich hue using environmentally friendly vegetable extracts. The flexible sole means they perform almost like a trainer when on the go, so they’ll make a much appreciated gift to city slicker men who are constantly on their feet, yet would rather die than slip on a pair of Nike.
http://www.ascensiononline.com/Catalogue/50460007/Men/Terra_Plana-Bulter_Shoe.aspx
Luma Organic Velour Robe £69.50
These luxurious 100% organic cotton, velour robes are a sumptuous necessity for winter. Luma uses all organic materials and produces its collections in India under strict fairtrade conditions. The cosy robes come in three modern, neutral colours which are achieved using environmentally friendly dyes. Specialising in beautiful home products, and driven by a love of textiles, Luma strives to create luxury in a way that stays firmly within the brand’s strong environmental values. One more thing worth noting; these robes are unisex, so why not buy yourself one to avoid a tug of war over his?
http://www.lumadirect.com/detail2.asp?CategoryID=5&RangeID=43
All For One Energy Saving One For All remote £34.95
The ongoing romance between men and remote controls makes this an idea novelty gift with an added purpose. This universal remote can control up to four AV devices and has a Green Energy Saving button which allows you to switch off all your AV standby functions at once. It sounds complex, but the cincher is this: according to the manufacturer it is possible to save over 90% of your standby power consumption, making your household that much greener. You can even get wireless upgrades for it, so you’ll never have to replace it. Basically, it has a whole host of tricks up it’s sleeve to keep your man amused and you both safe in the fact that you’re reducing your carbon footprint whilst happily watching television.
http://www.naturalcollection.com/products/all-for-one/all-for-one-energy-saving-one-for-all-remote/
Gossypium drawstring trouser £18.95
Men will love these Gossypium drawstring trousers. They are suitably simple, yet softly luxurious and will make an ideal gift for your other half to both sleep and lounge in. Before you know it, he’ll be living in them and you’ll have to prise them off him just to give them a good wash. Made of 100% organic fairtrade cotton, the drawstring waist ensures they’ll be a perfect fit.
http://www.gossypium.co.uk/catalog/him/nightwear-c-90_95/organic_fairtrade_mens_wear/nightwear-c-90_95/drawstring_cotton_trousers-p-578/
Men are a notoriously difficult lot to shop for, but luckily, there is whole world of eco man-friendly gifts out there with enough variety to avoid the typical present cliches. Here’s our pick of the 10 best presents for your eco man. Amiee Jones writes.
1. Katherine Hamnett ‘World Peace Now’ hoodie £78
Famous for her protest-slogan clothing, Katherine Hamnett is an icon when it comes to fashion that speaks its mind. Her infamous T-shirts first surfaced in the eighties and continue to spread her wise words today. This hoodie has the added bonus of being incredibly cozy, and the perfect present to give, then cheekily borrow yourself. Made from 100% organic cotton jersey, this ‘World Peace Now’ version was ethically produced in India and made with water-based, environmentally friendly ink that will fade after the first wash to give a worn in, vintage effect.
The Sartorialist founder Scott Schuman on fashion journalism
Comments
Feel free to leave a comment...
and oh, if you want a pic to show with your comment, go get a gravatar!
You must be logged in to post a comment.