You might be inundated with lists of gifts to get for all your loved ones. But has anyone ever stopped to think about you? We did. Whether you’re a style obsessive or not, we filled this list with the style essentials everyone should have. All you need to do is copy and paste this list to family and friends.
These hearty boots from Olukai bring together water-resistant waxed canvas and a moisture-wicking microfiber lining to combat any nasty winter weather. The sneaker boot hybrid is the perfect urban do-anything shoe you need over the holiday season. The Nalukai is relaxed yet refined and deserves a place on your holiday wish list.
T-shirts may be relegated to the basics category, but that doesn’t mean a t-shirt has to be an afterthought. It can be this one, designed by Cristophe Lemaire.
Treat your feet right. These socks from American Trench are knit with a touch of silver, which itself has anti-microbial properties.(read: no more smelly feet).
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It’s hard to overstate the need for a classic denim jacket. But God knows we’ll try. The whole reason you have a torso in the first place is so that you can put a denim jacket on it.
Look up from your dang phone and look at how many people have a dad hat on. This one from Noah has a shape that’s just right as well as water-repellent cotton so you can block the sun and the rain.
Everlane’s sweatshirt is classic with a capital ‘C’ and is made from 100-percent organic-cotton French terry fabric that’s been wear-tested to death. It also comes with a 365-day guarantee, somehow. We don’t know why, but we’re glad to throw one on. You know, for testing purposes.
The Chuck ’70 started as a redux of an archival sneaker. Better canvas, a thicker rubber sole, a comfier insole and an arguably better shape made it the best $15 upgrade ever.
Naming your sweater the ‘essential sweater’ won’t automatically get you on this list. Making it from luxe, sustainably-sourced hand-combed cashmere will.
Waffles and berries sounds like a natural combo, even when it’s a waffle henley in a ‘botanical berry’ color. Alex Mill gave a handful of its overstock henleys a second life, enlisting NYC artist Maddie Provost to dye them using madder root. The result is a naturally-dyed shirt that will only get better with age.
Whether you’re tending to your garden or tending to a bar, Blundstone’s are a go-to boot that’ll get you to point B in style. We’re not gonna say it’s the Chuck Taylor of boots. But, like…maybe.
Reigning Champ’s made a name for themselves knitting some of the best sweatshirts this side of anywhere. Their hoodie features a combination inset-raglan sleeve with flatlock stitching throughout, all made in its Canadian factory.
Originally engineered for pilots and racecar drivers, Persol sunglasses are now worn by the stylish pedestrians the world over. They’re made in Italy with premium acetate and their signature Meflecto stems give them a comfortable fit.
A woven silk tie is a staple in any wardrobe. Whether he’s dressing up jeans and an oxford, or adding texture to a more formal ensemble, handmade silk ties from The Dark Knot are a great choice. While coming in a range of colors and patterns, a simple navy knit tie will go with most of his looks and will blend in effortlessly with other wardrobe go-tos.
