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It’s not that shopping for men is hard so much as men often make it hard to shop for them. There’s nobody better at being outright unhelpful when asked how one can get something nice for them for a birthday, holiday or for no reason other than to show their appreciation. If you’ve ever been told, “Oh, I really don’t need anything right now,” then you know what we’re talking about here.
The trick to buying gifts for guys — especially items that skew on the luxury side of shopping — is to stick to a simple thought process: get them an upgrade on something they already use all the time. Whether it’s clothing, luggage or accessories, no guy is ever going to be bummed to receive a nicer version of something he already uses. Dress shirts? Perfect. Shoes? A no-brainer. A tote bag? So perfect he’ll hardly know what to do with himself.
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Here are a few can’t-miss staples when it comes to luxury gifting for men. These are tried and true trend-proof classics to make him feel not only appreciated but understood, too. You won’t need a gift receipt for any of them — and if you’re still seeking last-minute Father’s Day gifts, some of these finds will arrive in time if you shop ASAP or buy online for in-store pickup.
Gucci Jordaan Horsebit Loafer
If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. The Gucci horsebit loafer has been the gold standard of footwear for men and women alike since 1953. It’s a shoe that’ll last a lifetime and one he’ll never get tired of wearing.
Hartmann Tweed Domestic Carry-On
If the man in your life hasn’t updated his luggage since college, it’s time for an upgrade. For a piece with high quality, durability and a little aesthetic pizazz, go with Hartmann. Their recently relaunched tweed collection is a timeless addition to an airport routine. It’s so nice it might even prompt him to pack earlier than a couple hours before the flight takes off.
Related: The Best Carry-On Suitcases for Every Type of Trip
Barton Perreira Scaramanga Sunglasses
As a gender, men aren’t a monolith. Still, it’s safe to bet on a guy wanting to be more like James Bond in some way or another. Barton Perreira can help with that. Their luxury eyewear is some of the best in the world, with their 007 collection bringing frames from the famous films to life. Our favorite? The Scaramanga, modeled after the frames worn by Christopher Lee’s eponymous villain in The Man With the Golden Gun.
Coach Manhattan Tote
Does he have a cupboard cabinet full of assorted tote bags just waiting to be thrown out? Expedite the process with Coach’s Manhattan tote. This leather beauty is such a stunner he’ll never need to take home another tote again. It might even help him kick his backpack habit.
Paul Smith Striped Dressing Gown
Every guy’s biggest secret is that he actually does want to make his bathroom routine a little bit more ceremonial, relaxing and restorative. Most don’t know where to start. Help them begin that journey with this stunner of a bathrobe (sorry, dressing gown) from Paul Smith.
Eton Signature White Twill Shirt
He can keep the Dillard’s dress shirts for the office, but for a night out? Go with the best of the best: Eton. The British shirtmaker has perfected the fine art of dress shirts, with their signature white twill shirt representing the apex of the art form.
Stone Island Logo Embroidered Baseball Cap
Not all of the best luxury gifts require spending big. Stone Island’s nylon cap is finished with a drawstring cord — and a fresh upgrade to that sweat-stained dad hat that lost its worn-in cool years ago.
Fear of God Eternal Embossed Hoodie
Like we said, the key to nailing a great luxury gift for men is to give them a marked upgrade on something they’re already going to use every day but might not think to buy for themselves. A Fear of God hoodie is the perfect example of this. It has all the comfort of a daily hoodie but with far superior quality, fit and design. He’ll look great, even when he’s not trying to.
Tag Heuer Monaco Watch
There are few luxury gifts for men more elite than a quality timepiece. Finding the right one comes down to personal taste and availability, but you can’t go wrong with the Tag Heuer Monaco. If it was good enough for Steve McQueen, well, it’s almost certainly good enough for him.
Is your e-conscious giftee into pre-loved pieces? Find Tag Heuer at luxury resale platforms including Amazon Luxury Stores, Fashionphile, Rebag, Farfetch and others.
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