I have to admit, my husband, Fred, is always getting asked about his socks, his sunglasses, where he got his jacket or where he got XYZ. Friends and strangers are regularly asking him for advice on where to find gear, clothing, and the random little ...
This year, we're doing something a little different as the questions of “what should I get so and so for Christmas?” come in, and giving Fred the mic to share all his favorite things — so us wives and girlfriends may have it a little easier this year hunting for the holiday gifts for the men in our lives who seem to be so hard to shop for (heck, I live with him and was surprised by some of his picks below).
So whether you’re shopping for your significant other, your boyfriend or husband, your brother, your dad, your uncle, or a colleague, here’s a list of things personally picked out (or approved by) by Fred himself.
Happy browsing! ❄️
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Under $50
A great unique gift for anyone really. Will someone please get these for me?
ETSY | 2 Combs From Buffalo Horn
Ok, I am obsessed with this key chain and fear it would be my new fidget spinner.
IMOGENE + WILLIE | Japanese Brass Key Holder
These are his favorite socks, and he’s been pretty picky.
ROTOTO | City Crew Socks
A durable travel mug that non of his buddies will have? 10/10
SNOW PEAK | Ti-Double 450 Mug Set
Fred introduced me to Bellroy and now I’m hooked, tbh
BELLROY | Market Tote: The Versatile Foldable Tote Shoulder Bag
It's so cute, tho!
Here's How Fish Wine Corkscrew
He can have skincare on the counter that works AND isn’t an eye sore to look at.
BOON SKINCARE | Boon Travel Kit
Don’t worry, you can borrow it from him right after he opens it on Christmas morning.
LIQUID DEATH | Instant Death Sweatshirt
Ok, this lighter is giving Book Boyfriend. If you know, you know.
ELK HEAD CLOTHING | Kerosene Jade Lighter
Fred uses his LAMY daily, tbh, and even wrote his vows with it 🥹
LAMY | Fountain Pen
Why not elevate
FELLOW | Pirch Espresso Glasses
Yes, another sock, but the Uniqlo socks are so affordable and the color selection can’t be beat.
UNIQLO | Colorful 50 Socks
They call this one a watch cap, but it’s actually a beanie. the color tho!
I've pulled this out at more dinner parties than I'd like to admit, but it always gets the conversations going.
We're Not Really Strangers Card Game
It's giving “Book Boyfriend”. If you know you know.
IMOGENE + WILLIE | hand stamped “godspeed” zippo
Don't call it a beanie — it's a watch cap.
MASHBURN | Shaker Watch Cap Heather Pine Cashmere
Steak Knives this pretty less than $100? Shocked.
JEAN DUBOST | Laguiole Dark Horn Steak Knives, Set of 6
For those Sunday resets ✨
AESOP | Cythera Aromatique Room Spray
I LOVE this candle (it may or may not be a near-constant repeat purchase)
MAILIN + GOETZ | Leather Candle
For the living room, the campsite, or the Long Meadow in Prospect Park.
SNOW PEAK | Lounge Cushion
No Gillette 16-blade nonsense in this house (or yours).
Rockwell | 6C Adjustable Safety Razor
A great tee doesn't need to be so expensive — luckily, these aren't
AMERICAN TRENCH | New Standard Pocket Tee
Throw that Mr. Coffee away. Right Now.
FELLOW | Stagg [XF] Pour-Over Set
You will rarely find Fred without a hat; in the winter, this beanie is one he often reaches for.
PAUL JAMES KNITWEAR | Lightweight Cotton Docker Whitby Beanie
Under $200
Fred and I both have a pair of these — they're great for rough and tumble, when you want to throw a fit but won't freak out if you drop them on the sidewalk.
JINS x Snow Peak Sunglasses 235
I know, I know. Maybe you think belts for Christmas are boring, but I beg to differ.
MASHBURN | Chocolate Oil Pull-Up 1” Belt
Every man deserves a tote that will patina over time and look better with age.
FILSON | Tin Cloth Zipper Tote Bag - Otter Green
Ok, it’s a silly sweater, but he’ll look great in it. Layered under a Barbour or trench? Perfect.
KIEL JAMES PATRICK | Brook Trout Sweater
A cologne that is woody and masculine. It’s giving Italian elegance meets New York style.
PISTERZI | Tonstrina 55 Cologne
I got this under the tree for him already, shhhhh
PARKS PROJECT | Acadia Moose Full Zip High Pile Fleece
Ugggg, I love a good card case.
CRAIG HILL | Summit Card Case - Stainless Steel
Your steak knives don't need to be an eye sore.
MATERIAL | The Table Knives
A signet pinky ring under $200? Gagged.
Black Onyx Gold Signet Ring Small
Add a chunky cable knit to his rotation if he doesn’t have one already
PEREGRINE | Hudson Aran Sweater
One power bank to rule them all.
ECOFLOW TRAIL 300 DC Power Bank
I don't think you'll find a cuter camping kettle.
SNOW PEAK | Field Barista Kettle
This are sitting in my cart atm, tbh
MAKOTO KOIZUMI | Kehai Clocks
So his feet don’t hurt after joining me on my 7+ mile hot girl walks.
MERREL | Men's Moab 3
Game changer to not get run over. Safety first, folks!
SHOCKZ | OpenRun Pro 2
I know I know, folks say we can do much better than getting a man a belt for Christmas, but can we get him a good one?
BUCK MASON | Dried Wheatgrass Holdfast Web Belt
Under $500
Is your husband or boyfriend a gear head? He'll love the look and sound of these (I know, Fred stole mine)
MH40 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Gen 2 - Exclusive
ISSEY MIYAKE. That is all 😜
CANPER | Camper x ISSEY MIYAKE - Peu Form
For the man not afraid of color, tbh.
CASHPAD | Vermillion Dry Waxed Poplin Vest
Ok, I was unaware of Universal Works, but Fred is OBSESSED with his Field Jacket.
UNIVERSAL WORKS | Field Jacket II
Though Fred’s most-frequently asked about sunglasses are a vintage Japanese pair, these are the closest we could find 🤍
OLIVER PEOPLES | Eyles round-frame acetate sunglasses
Don’t mind me, let me just spritz this on real quick.
JO MALONE | Hinoki & Cedarwood Cologne Intense
Do not buy him a pair of Docs, please!
SOLOVAIR | Gaucho Crazy Horse 11 Eye Derby Boot
This vintage desktop flip clock will look great in his office or your living room.
LOVE ÉCRU | Timeless Rotating Desk Date Keeper
An alternative to the Universal Works, and a stunner.
TODD SNYDER | Indigo Stripe Studio Jacket
Ughh, I love a man in a heavy cardi.
BUCK MASON | Dark Navy Herdsman Shawl Cardigan
If he doesn't already have a Barbour in his closet, it's time to get him the jacket he'll have (and wear) for the next 20 years.
BARBOUR® | Classic Bedale Jacket
If he's a whiskey drinker, please get this for him. The whiskey is aged for a glorious decade with each year adding a little more sparkle and shine, this limited edition collectible is the golden hog of the holiday season.
WHISTLE PIG | PiggyBank Rye
$500+
A portable speaker that's giving modern 90's boombox but be warned, it's loud asf.
SOUNDBOKS | Soundboks Go
A classic Derby that can be styled up, down, and sideways in any season.
The Michael shoe by Paraboot
The best boat shoe if a man has to wear a boat shoe, tbh.
YUKETEN | Pebble-Grain Leather Boat Shoes for Men
Everything from Paraboot is just…. perfect.
PARABOOT | Avoriaz Boot
An Apple Watch can ruin a fit, this one can make it.
HAMILTON | Men's Khaki Field Mechanical NATO Strap Bracelet Watch
& grand gestures
I'm obsessed with these restored and engineered classic cars — if anyone gets one, I only ask you let me ride in it with you. 😍
KINDRED MOTORWORKS | Bronco
This large 'Sydney' version is engineered with a clever twist mechanism that enables the silvered guilloché dial to be safely turned over, revealing an intricate engraving of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. It's built with a second-countin...
JAEGER LECOULTRE | Reverso Classic Sydney Limited Edition Hand-Wound 45.6mm stainless steel and leather watch
