Most of us are already in full-on Christmas shopping mode, so I put together what I believe are meaningful gift options for a man who appreciates craftsmanship. I did my best to finish this list in time for the Black Friday offers, so you might even be able to save a bit.

A nice sweater

Everyone appreciates a nice, cosy sweater. It can be a classic grey sweatshirt, like the super soft, vintage-looking sweatshirt in light grey from Allevol, or if the person getting the gift prefers something more dressy or elegant, I’d go with beautiful navy shawl collar cardigan from Scott & Charters. If that’s not his style, you can always pick a classic crewneck or rollneck, and for a more casual option, a knitted polo works great.

If you need some help deciding, check out these articles: Different Styles of Knitwear, The Best Crew-Neck Sweaters, and The Best Roll-Neck Sweaters.

**Top row:** Scott & Charters Shawl Cardigan / Harley of Scotland Polo Jumper / Poszetka Turtleneck / Natalino Shetland Sweater
**Bottom row:** Allevol Sweatshirt / Rubato Roll Neck / Malloch’s Cardigan / Inis Meáin Aran Sweater

Everyday Essential Accessories

You can always play it safe with timeless accessories - items that he will use on a regular basis: A nice belt, a pocket square, or tie, handcrafted sunglasses. If he is into watches, a nice strap in shade that will compliment his favorite jacket, or a beautiful watch roll or case to store them.

**Top row:** Poszetka pocket square / Bennett Winch watch roll / Molequin watch strap / Banton sunglasses
**Bottom row:** Sartolane belt / Poszetka tie / Molequin ultra slim watch case / Pedemeia knee-high socks

Practical Bag

If he always carries a bag, travels a lot, or might just need a new one, a well-made, high-quality bag can be a great gift. For daily use, get him a tote bag if you want something that works with all types of outfits, from formal to very casual. But if he prefers something more elegant, then a briefcase or a messenger bag is a good choice - just make sure the inner compartments suit his everyday needs. And if he prefers something smaller, to only carry his essentials, then maybe a folio or a pouch. If he travels often, you can update his luggage with a new weekender bag, suit carrier, or suitcase. Any of these should last him a lifetime, and he will make good use of them for years.

If you want more inspiration you can check my list of the best tote bags, the best weekender bags, or the best suitcases.

**Top row:** Sartolane briefcase / Titan aluminium suitcase / Peplord tote bag / Bennett Winch flight pouch
**Bottom row:** Bennett Winch tote bag / Bennett Winch S.C Holdall / Ghurka tote bag / Sartolane Leather Portfolio

Classic White T-Shirt

A man can’t have too many white tees, so you can’t go wrong if you pick between any of these high quality versions. He will appreciate it, believe me.

If you want more options, check out my list of best quality white T-Shirts.

**Top row:** Whitesville 2-Pack tees / Allevol Heavy Duty T-Shirt / Velva Sheen 2 pack tee / Redcast Heritage 2 pack T-Shirt
**Bottom row:** Merz B. Schwanen 215 tee / Big John 2-Pack T-Shirt / The Flat Head Heavyweight T-Shirt / 3sixteen 2 Pack T-Shirt

Essential winter accessories

If you’re not sure what he might enjoy, consider classic, well-made winter accessories. Nobody will say no to a beautiful scarf. We often forget how useful gloves are on a very cold day, so they can be a great gift. If he likes to wear hats, then a nice beanie or a cool bucket hat. But if you really want to play it safe, then you can never go wrong with nice knee-high socks.

**Top row:** Drake’s scarf / Muehlbauer bucket hat / Mackie scarf / TR handschuhe gloves
**Bottom row:** TR handschuhe gloves / Heimat x Clutch Cafe cap / Blackhorse Lane scarf / Heimat Textil beanie

Small Luxury Items

If you want to give a very special gift, this might be the section for you. Maybe a very special pen or lighter that he will always have with him, a unique ring, or special cuff links. A very nice shoehorn or comb are also very practical. Or if you want to really go that extra mile - a watch with a personal engraving. Think about his personal style and preferences, if he prefers sleek, minimal designs or something bolder and more unique.

**Top row:** S.T. Dupont lighter / Breitling watch / Peplord Horn and bone pen / Lorenzi Milano cuff-links
**Bottom row:** Tom Wood ring / Abbeyhorn shoehorn / Serica watch / Officine Universelle Buly 1803 Horn comb

A gift doesn’t have to be expensive. The most important thing is to ask yourself if it really fits the person. So if you choose something meaningful for them, it will be more valuable than any expensive item.

Some of these items might already be on sale, so check out my list of the best classic menswear deals.

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