Shopping for men is no easy feat. Finding unique gifts for men – ones that won’t end up gathering dust in a drawer – requires a certain amount of cunning and an ability to think outside the box. The best gifts feel considered but not showy, useful but not obvious. From raw denim to engineered underwear, understated knitwear to the perfect post-workout coffee, here’s a list of things he didn’t know he needed, but definitely does.
Denim that will age with him
The best gifts get better with time. Asket’s Raw Denim Jeans are cut from unwashed, untreated cotton – the kind that softens, fades, and shapes itself to the wearer. No pre-fab distressing here. Just heavyweight denim that charts its own course, telling a story with every wear.
A statement shirt
Linen, but not as you know it. Isto’s Two-Pocket Shirt, in a vintage red that feels lifted straight from a Polaroid, makes a strong case for bold casualwear. Cut from heavyweight linen with a relaxed, almost workwear shape, it's a rare thing – a statement piece that doesn’t shout. Perfect for adding colour without drama. A proper contender for unique gifts for men who understand the power of a good shirt.
Something for the weekend
Velasca’s Cofen weekend bag walks the line between rugged and refined. Handcrafted in Italy from leather and shetland wool, it features a Prince of Wales check and is just the right size for a couple of outfits and his overnight essentials. A useful upgrade for men who see the weekend as something to be taken seriously. Undeniably one of the more unique gifts for men who favour style with substance, and appreciate the heritage attached to that Made in Italy label.
The goes-with-everything sneaker
JAK’s S01 sneaker proves that less really is more. Minimal, crisp, and rendered in pure white leather, it’s one of those minimalist sneakers that works with tailoring or trackpants. Designed in Lisbon and made to last, it’s luxury without logos – understatement perfected.
The perfect post-workout coffee
Laird’s Protein Creamer isn’t just coffee embellishment – it’s fuel. Packed with plant-based protein and clean ingredients, it turns your post-session brew into something resembling actual recovery. Ideal for men who are serious about their fitness but not interested in gritty shakes.
A knitwear upgrade
Knitwear often falls into two camps: scratchy or saggy. Luca Faloni’s Silk-Cashmere Crew Neck, in a quietly handsome rust shade, sits in neither. Light, breathable, and luxuriously soft, it elevates the everyday without effort. Crafted in Italy, of course. If you’re hunting for unique gifts for men with good taste and high standards, this is it.
…And the cap to match
Stiksen’s 107 cap in linen is what happens when you treat a baseball cap with respect. Smart enough to sneak past a dress code, casual enough to wear anywhere else, it’s the everyday essential most men don’t realise they’re missing. The right cap can say a lot.
The gift of a perfectly scented home
Wax London’s Holm Candle is understated luxury for the olfactory inclined. With notes of patchouli, amber, and citrus, it smells clean, modern, and lived-in – like the home of a man who owns more than one good chair. Housed in a minimal glass vessel that doesn’t try too hard. One of the more quietly brilliant unique gifts for men who appreciate the finer things.
Premium underwear
Underwear, but engineered. SAXX’s Vibe Xtra Boxer Briefs are built with ergonomic panels and a BallPark Pouch – yes, really – designed for next-level comfort. No gimmicks, just good design where it counts. A no-fail gift for men who think about comfort the same way they think about shoes or watches.
Some eco-friendly essentials
Fair Indigo’s Organic Cotton T-shirt is simple on the outside, progressive on the inside. Made from organic cotton and designed for longevity, it’s sustainably produced without sacrificing on fit or feel. A wardrobe essential that feels a little bit better – in every sense.
A proper pen
Aspinal’s Ballpoint Pen in black pebble is not a pen you lose. Weighted, tactile, and handsome enough to be mistaken for a small piece of architecture, it makes signing anything – from contracts to postcards – feel significant.
Next up: The perfect gifts for minimalist men.
