10 of the Best Luxury Christmas Gift Ideas for Men

Whether easy-going or strictly formal, you can perfect any look with a pair of loafers. First popularised by Ivy League students in the 1930s, they’ve never quite lost their preppy polish: giving a man a certain smartness, a sense of easy refinement. TOM FORD’s side buckle loafers are crafted in Italy from smooth suede and stand apart from traditional styles thanks to a sculptural twist on the classic penny strap across the vamps. Smart enough for work yet classic enough for every day, he can style them with anything from a T-shirt and jeans to the brand’s world-famous suiting.

Few watches are as aptly named as Hublot’s Big Bang. A true wonder of the watchmaking world, the original combined steel and ceramic in a revolutionary sandwich construction comprising 70 different parts – and has sent the brand into the stratosphere. Two decades on, Hublot continues to top its original triumph thanks to a range of high-tech materials, like the white ceramic of this new Big Bang Unico. Ultra-tough and entirely scratchproof, it houses Hublot’s first in-house movement, the Unico calibre, completely reimagined for improved robustness and reliability. With its “open-heart” dial, he can also admire its complex inner workings, made up of 354 component parts.

“The only limit is good taste,” the late Giorgio Armani said of his design philosophy. This monogrammed scarf is made from pure wool, giving it a softness that extends throughout the Autumn/Winter collection. It’s precisely this quality that skyrocketed Mr Armani to fame in the 1970s: a revolutionary softening of structured English suiting, creating a look of fluid lines and a modern, elegant ease. Made in Italy, it’s the perfect accompaniment to the brand’s looser, more comfortable cuts this season, from shirts to trousers, knitwear to outerwear – available now in Menswear on the Second Floor.

Bang & Olufsen’s designs are true works of art. The brand's products have been acquired by the world’s greatest design museums, including the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Its new Beo Grace wireless earbuds are a case in point. Crafted from lightweight aluminium, they have an entirely new acoustic architecture, perfected to deliver sound with remarkable fidelity. They also have a carefully designed battery management system, resulting in a battery life lasting four times longer than the industry standard. A perfect fusion of technology and aesthetics, they'll no doubt be found in the great museums of the future.

In a world of voice notes and typing emails, writing by hand has never been more special. Since its launch in 1924, Montblanc’s Meisterstück 149 fountain pen has been widely regarded as the quintessential fine writing instrument – and a symbol of refined taste. Paying tribute to the original design, this new iteration is crafted from precious black resin with gold-plated accents and a hand-finished 18-karat gold nib, details that reflect the meaning of its name: a masterpiece.

Named after the French word for ‘friend,’ Ami Paris is built on foundations of love and friendship: values embodied in its ‘Ami de Coeur’ heart logo. True to form, the brand’s viral scarves are the equivalent to the warmest hug. This one is knitted from a superbly soft alpaca-blend and has a large, enveloping profile to lock in heat. He can layer it with the rest of the brand’s winter essentials, from bestselling crewnecks and cardigans to trending leather bomber jackets – many of which are exclusive to Harrods.

Handcrafted in Birmingham’s historic jewellery district, Deakin & Francis’ cufflinks are renowned for their stunning designs and complex detailing. These centre bar cufflinks are made from sterling silver and glistening white spinels, offset by festive red enamel that adds a bold pop of colour to a crisp white dress shirt. The sleek centre bar design ensures a secure and comfortable fit, while our in-store engraving service can add his initials or a personal message. The brand’s tools, traditions and techniques have been passed down for generations since its founding in 1786, ensuring each piece will last several lifetimes.

“At Vacheron Constantin, we believe that watchmaking is more than just a craft,” says style and heritage director Christian Selmoni. “It’s an art form. Ultimately, our goal is to create watches that will be cherished for generations to come.” With its coveted Historiques collection, the Maison reinterprets its precious archival designs with a freshly modern eye. The American 1921 is an exquisite reimagining of the original modern launched that year for the American market, capturing the spirit of what the novelist F. Scott Fitzgerald called “The Jazz Age”. To delve further into Vacheron Constantin’s extraordinary history, visit its must-see anniversary exhibition on show at Harrods until Thursday 13th November.

“The book world equivalent of an Hermès Birkin” is how The New York Times describes an Assouline monograph. Founded in Paris in 1994, the publisher has transformed the coffee table book into the rarest objet d’art – with a price tag to match. Part of The Library Collection, this Brown Wood Candle pays homage to libraries across the world, from historic institutions to Assouline’s own couture-like creations. With a blend of orange, amber and sandalwood, it evokes the warmth of an old wood-panelled library, making it the perfect accompaniment to curling up with a good book this Christmas.

A favourite of such style stalwarts as Jacob Elordi and A$AP Rocky, Bottega Veneta’s Andiamo bag fuses the height of luxury with the fast pace of everyday living. Crafted in Italy by house artisans, it’s made from the finest leather using the brand’s signature intrecciato technique – first developed to make its bags stronger. Offered in a range of sizes, its larger designs will fit all his daily essentials – making it one of the strongest contenders for work commutes – and will transition easily from day to night.

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