Buying gifts for the special man in your life can be tough, as knowing the gift that will excite and surprise him is particularly difficult. For the particular man who has everything, sometimes you have to splurge a little to get him what he wants. Long are the days where a sweater or the newest gadget is wanted by men, something personalized and unique now trump. From a leather monopoly set to a VIP wine membership to a personalized leather bag, here are some top luxury gifts that any many, especially one with exquisite taste, will enjoy.
Wolf & Shepherd’s Bannister Derby
Making high-quality footwear that supports your active lifestyle, Wolf & Shepherd’s line of full-grain Italian leather shoes exude professional style. Named after Sir Roger Bannister, the first person to break a four-minute mile, The Bannister Derby ($345) comes in three colors and combines both design and athletic innovation. Built to be a weekday workhorse, this timeless dress shoe took the principles from a running shoe like tongue and heel padding and supportive memory foam. It combined it with its Italian full-grain calfskin upper and wax-coated piped laces. Clean lines on its exterior are met with an ultra-soft sheepskin foot-bed lining to allow users to comfortably wear dress shoes all day. Purchase your shoe here | credit: Wolf & Shepherd
ROMA by Orbita
As the leading producer and provider of premium watch winders in the world, Orbita offers 100 winders and 12 storage cases in their 2018 collections. Ideal for the man who has a combination of mechanical and digital watches, the ROMA comes in five- or 10-piece capacity ($295). Offered in black, chocolate, or lizard finish, the box is lined inside with an elegant suede material providing a luxurious bed for your watches to be displayed. The Roma is ideal for storing your watch collection and can be locked securely, while still providing a view of your collection through a glass window on top | credit: Orbita
Men’s Camel Leather Garment Weekender Bag by Hook & Albert
From work trips to upcoming weekend vacations and weddings, the modern luxurious man is always on-the-go. As such, the Men’s Camel Leather Garment Weekender Bag ($595) from Hook & Albert’s Alpine Collection is a must get. Made from top-grain pebbled leather and available in rugged Olive or Camel with gold hardware, the front side of the bag houses two zippered pockets, while the rear has a larger single pocket for magazines or a tablet. When fully unzipped, the garment section can easily accommodate two suits, and once the duffle is reconstructed, the main compartment houses two zip accessory compartments and two shoe pockets. Ideal for a casual overnight jaunt to a weekend getaway, the sliding shoulder strap makes carrying the bag comfortable and functional | Photo courtesy of Hook & Albert
Hublot’s Big Bang Unico Red Magic
Made entirely out of red ceramic, the Big Bang Unico Red Magic watch features a self-winding chronograph flyback movement with a column wheel. The bold watch is the perfect accessory for the stylish man who can take solace in that the piece is a limited edition of 500 pieces. Its polished red ceramic face is 45mm in diameter, and its dial color is skeletonized with red accents. Connected by black and red structured lined rubber straps and a black PVD titanium buckle with black ceramic insert, the watch is water-resistant up to 100 meters and has a power reserve up to 72 hours. Purchase this beautiful chronograph watch at Hublot 5th Avenue NYC and Hublot.com
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G-RO’s Backpack XV
The modern businessman is constantly on the go and needs a stylish, accessible, and functional bag to carry. Showcasing G-RO’s hallmark innovation, the new Backpack XV ($295) offers an array of features perfect for the urban or rural explorer, a must-have for expeditions to and from work or up and down a mountain. Starting with an ergonomic strap system keeps it light on your back, the
has a unique expansion system that more than doubles its capacity. Constructed with ultra-durable, water-resistant fabrics, it also features three handles for varying carrying, including a briefcase option. The bag allows for smarter travel with its: water-protected external USB port, tri-opening protective laptop pocket, a secret back pouch to store valuables, and two pouches in the front for office essentials and headphones. Purchase the stylish Backpack XV on G-RO’s website here | Photo courtesy of G-RO Backpack XV, $295, G-RO.com)
Atella Leather Watch Case by Maxwell Scott
Perfect for the fashionable man who travels and likes to stay organized is the Atella Leather Watch Case ($219) by Maxwell Scott. Lined with luxury suede, this luxury storage and display case for wristwatches has loops to hold as many as eight watches in place. Available in Chestnut Tan, Dark Brown, and Night Black and the option to include Maxwell Scott’s in-house embossing service ($15) allows you to add up to six letters/characters (including full stops) in four different finishes. Handmade in Italy from the best full-grain leather, the Atella watch case is a great gift idea for the discerning individual with a penchant for luxury wristwatches who needs an easy yet stylish case to carry their wristwatches. Maxwell-Scott prides itself on its sustainable and traditional method of crafting luxury leather bags and accessories. This is why the premium brand is confident in offering a 25-year warranty on all their products | Photo courtesy of Maxwell Scott
Cliff Lede Vineyards Wine Membership
For the man who likes to drink good Napa Valley wine, an ultra-luxury wine membership to Cliff Lede Vineyards makes for the perfect gift. The “Platinum Playlist” ($3,750) VIP membership offered by the winery in Stags Leap District goes above and beyond a luxury wine experience. It includes six bottles each of the winery’s three most coveted Cabernets. Starting with Poetry, a single-vineyard bottling, to Songbook, an interpretation of two of Napa’s most celebrated vineyards, and the Beckstoffer To Kalon, which puts the terroir of this famed vineyard on full display. Members also receive special invitations to exclusive tastings and preferred rates at the winery’s luxurious hillside property, Poetry Inn. Purchases can be made by calling (707) 944-8642 or emailing wineclub@ledefamilywines.com, with wines being able to be shipped across the country | Photo courtesy of Cliff Lede Vineyards
Bosca’s Washed Messenger
Bosca’s Washed Messenger ($645) is a great gift for the businessman who is always on the road. The Washed Messenger bag represents the successful, century-old company that spans three generations of hard work and the convergence of Italian history and design with American ingenuity. The casual and compact bag is made from washed leather with a raw interior finish and locking antique brass hardware. Features on this bag include a rear pocket for a small laptop or tablet, an open pocket with an organization suite, a zippered pocket with three additional spots for storing items that require quick access, and an additional flat pocket on the inside. The Washed Messenger is an Italian hand-stained, vegetable-tanned hide, giving the bag a rugged appearance with an upscale finish that gets better with age and use. | Photo courtesy of Bosca
Monopoly by Geoffrey Parker Games
The game of Monopoly never went out of style, especially as Geoffrey Parker Games, the iconic hand-crafted of leather board games, takes the iconic game to a new level. Sold by Shinbone Alley, a curated marketplace providing remarkable products from remarkable makers, Monopoly ($1,485) by Geoffrey Parker Games gives the childhood favorite a truly luxurious feel by printing the game board directly onto the leather. Made from genuine cowhide leather and take 8-12 weeks for delivery through December 31st, unique and precious metal game pieces can be special ordered. Surprise friends during game night with an elevated experience of a classic, and don’t forget to pass go to collect your $200! | Photo courtesy of Shinbone Alley
Howard Miller Ithaca Game Table in Hampton Cherry
Thanks to the Howard Miller Ithaca Game Table in Hampton Cherry ($2,949), you and your friends no longer have to sit around a folded table for card night. The table fits six people and features full-extension drawers with removable sandstone drink coasters, a reversible top (with a fabric poker-playing surface on one side, and rare olive ash burl veneers on the dining surface side), which can also be removed to reveal a Texas Hold ‘Em poker surface. The cylindrical storage base includes four panels made of rare Olive Ash burl veneers, so when you want to switch from a game of Texas Hold ‘Em to your favorite board game, it is right at your fingertips. The easy to assemble table makes hosting game night something friends and family would look forward to any time of the week. Become the ultimate game-night host by purchasing your table at Bed Bath & Beyond here | Photo courtesy of Bed, Bath & Beyond
Hohngeist 24-Piece Tool Kit in Wood Case
A man and his tool kit are like peanut butter and jelly, once can’t be complete without the other. Luckily MR PORTER, the award-winning online retail destination for men’s style, presents the WOHNGEIST 24-Piece Tool Kit In Wood Case ($2,850) that is both functional and extremely stylish. The comprehensive tool kit has all of your DIY needs covered with 24 handmade instruments, which are all secured to the box by a magnet, keeping the inside organized and accessible. The box is made from Swiss pearwood, and the leather top handles make carrying the box around with ease and adding a bit of style as well. From hammer to screwdrivers to plyers and more, this gift is great to gift the budding craftsman or for the man in your life that is constantly working. Purchase your toolkit at Mrporter.com | Photo Courtesy of MR PORTER).