Today we’re complimenting my previous post in my festive Killer Fashion Gift Guide series, with the classic Gifts For Him from Irish businesses and Irish brands. As always I’m here to support our Irish economy as much as I can and I do hope you will too. As the stores can stay open for all your Christmas shopping needs, enjoy my annual helping hand to find perfect presents for your nearest & dearest.
From your significant other to your dad, brothers or besties, as well as the rest of the male family and friends, I’ve got ideas for everyone. Mix and match from the different sections, as all gifts are interchangeable – now get clicking below!
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For Your Boyfriend/Husband/Partner
When it comes to Christmas, us ladies (and gents) do love to treat our beloved like a king with thoughtful, awesome, jaw-dropping gifts. That said, it can be a tough cookie shopping, and depending on his personality, I’ve got a variety of ideas to suit him. Here’s hoping my Gift Guide is both helpful and inspirational!
For jewellery and watch gifts, check out Adams Jewellers and the iconic Weir & Sons. Irish department stores Avoca, Brown Thomas and Kilkenny Shop are great choices for men’s fashion, from the trendy to the comfy. If you’re looking for some men’s grooming and skincare, get clicking onto Oxmantown Skincare and Kennedy & Co , while DID Electrical, The Collective and Briscoes have lots of tech, gadgets and homewares to suit everyone. Don’t forget that vouchers for experiences are just as good, whether it’s a pamper at the barbers, a drinks experience or lads getaway! There’s plenty from Irish businesses who’ll make for great presents under the tree.
- Diffney, Strellson Jones Denim Jacket, €179
- Kilkenny Shop, Tipperary Crystal Saville Black Men’s Satchel, €60
- Weir & Sons, Bering 36 mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch, €139
- Kennedy & McSharry, Tweed Cap by Jonathan Richards, €60
- The Handmade Soap, Shower Gel – Lemongrass & Cedarwood, €11.95
- Briscoes, SENNHEISER 508831 Momentum True Wireless 2 Earphones, €199.95 (was €299.95)
- Oxmantown Skincare, Vetiver & Sage Beard & Face Balm, €22
- New Dimensions, The Players Zip Polo in Teal, €40 (more colours available)
- Avoca, Cashmere Blend Men’s Socks, €19.95
- Avoca, ANERKJENDT AKRico Crew Neck Knit, €69.99
- Max Benjamin, Dodici Luxury Car Fragrance, €10
- Adams Jewellers, Thomas Sabo Rebel At Heart Obsidian & Tiger’s Eye Beaded Bracelet with Gold on Silver Skulls, €139
- DID Electrical, Braun 300s Series 3-Flex Electric Shaver, €29.99
- Adams Jewellers, Tommy Hilfiger Damon Watch Black Mesh Bracelet and Dial, €199
- Adams Jewellers, Solvar Gents Sterling Silver Ring Band, €78.95
- GameStop, PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch – Power-Up Mario, €24.99
- Arnotts, ECCO Exostride Shoes, €130
- EJ Menswear, Gardeur Micro Check Trouser in Navy, €98.96
- Kennedy & Co, Hydrating Beard Oil, €12.95
- Kennedy & Co, Matte Hair Clay, Daily Moisturiser with SPF 20 & Purifying Peat Face Scrub Gift Set, €23.80
- Elvery’s, Canterbury IRFU 21 Drill Top Green, €80
- Great Outdoors, Altura Nightvision Waterproof Insulated Gloves, €55
- Brown Thomas, Tom Ford Ombre Leather Eau de Parfum 50ml, €103
- The Collective, Steel and Barnett Preston Leather Bracelet in Matt Black, €50
- Dunnes Stores, Paul Galvin Denim Quilted Overshirt, €40
- Aran Sweater Market, Mucros 8 Panel Driving Cap in Grey Herringbone, €48.57 (was €75)
- The Grooming Rooms, Gift Vouchers, from €35
- Jameson, Black Barrel Blending Class, €60
For Your Dad
Dads can often be both the easiest and the hardest person to shop for. Whether your dad is young at heart, in his “I’m still cool” phase or is the classic old man dad, here are gift ideas from Ireland to make him smile this year. And if he’s the chef for Christmas dinner, be sure to lend a helping hand with the clean up, entertaining family and guests to show you love and appreciation for your Dad – and maybe he’ll actually sit down & relax.
For nifty homeware gifts, Meadows & Byrne, Designist, April and the Bear and Bobi, My Dear have excellent pieces. Look to Ardkeen Quality Foods, Celtic Whiskey Shop and Carroll’s Irish Gifts have a great selection for the food and drink-loving dads. And if it’s fashion you’re after, then Dunnes Stores’ different ranges may be the right stuff, while Brown Thomas and the Great Outdoors are Irish staples.
- Celtic Whiskey Shop & Wines on the Green, Teeling Galway Bay Imperial Stout Cask 70cl, €50
- The Kitchen Whisk, Epicurean Set of 4 Stainless Steel Whiskey Stones, €19.95
- Brown Thomas, Gingko Mini Halo One Bluetooth Speaker, €75
- Designist, Man Utility Device Tea Towel, €10
- The Collective, Fiáin District Card Wallet, €35
- Great Outdoors, Helly Hansen LIFA Merino Lightweight 1/2 Zip Baselayer, €85
- The Collective, Shannon McShane Rippled Textured Sterling Silver Statement Cufflinks, €128
- New Dimensions, Dynamic Men’s Hoodie in Black, €55
- Big Bang Comics, ‘I Am C-3PO: Inside Story’ Hardcover by Anthony Daniels, €24.99
- April and the Bear, Ripple Long Glasses – Set of 4, €44
- Bobi, My Dear, SIA Square Coasters, €16
- April and the Bear, Chameleon Wall Lamp by Seletti, €105
- Bobi, My Dear, CARA Large Round Slab, €40
- Jiminy, Wooden Mechanical Model – World Globe, €59.99
- Dunnes Stores, Long Sleeve Woven Lounge Set, €15
- Arnotts, The Ritual of Samurai Fragrance Set, €44.90
- Foxford, 4 Piece Whiskey Set, €29.99
- Carroll’s Irish Gifts, Guinness Ireland Collectable Tankard (Engraving Option), €15
- Meadows & Byrne, Jamie Oliver Recipe Book & Tablet Holder, €14.95
- Aran Sweater Market, Merino Wool Aran Troyer Sweater, €106 (was €128)
- Ardkeen, The Killea Hamper, €75
For Your Brother & Best Mate
Big brothers, small brothers, best mates. These guys have been with us through it all, and surely deserve nifty gifts of all sorts this time of year. Below are gift ideas that may tick your list’s boxes; from a range of personalities, budgets and interests, alongside fashionable and tech-savvy pieces. There’s sportswear from O’Neills and Elvery’s to gifts, gadgets and books from Designist, Dubray Books, Gadget Man and GameStop. And for those a bit more outdoorsy, check out Thermalwave or the Great Outdoors!
- Magee 1866, Pettigo Ribbed Jumper in Grey & Red, €149
- O’Neills, Dublin GAA Home Jersey, €70 (more County Jerseys available)
- The Kitchen Whisk, La Cafetiere Classic Espresso Black 3 Cup, €27.95
- Elvery’s, Dortwest Doonbeg Boys Fleece Army Green, €16
- Gadget Man, Cards Against Humanity Nerd Bundle, €28
- Celtic Whiskey Shop & Wines on the Green, Ha’penny Pot Still Gin 70cl, €39.99
- Adams Jewellers, Solvar Sterling Silver Harp Pendant, €35.50
- Dubray Books, ‘Guinea Pigs Go Stargazing’ by Kate Sheehy, €13.50
- O’Neills, Men’s Rio Hooded Rain Jacket Marine in Royal, €55
- Designist, ‘A Hug For You’ by David King, €14
- Weir & Sons, Thomas Sabo Sterling Silver Open Bangle, €79
- O’Neills, Under Armour Kids’ Surge 2 GS Royal, White, High-Vis Yellow Runners, €35
- Ardkeen, 18 Irish Craft Beer Can Selection, €55
- Jiminy, Geomag Classic Set 93 Pieces, €59.99
- Dunnes Stores, Minecraft Hat, €8
- Brown Thomas, Gentlemen’s Hardware Sneaker Cleaning Kit, €18
- Bellamianta, Medium Golden Goddess Gift Set, €33.99 (was €54.98)
- Gadget Man, Marvel Iron Man Hand Wall Light, €35
- GameStop, Harry Potter Constellations Mug, €7.99 (was €9.99)
- Carroll’s Irish Gifts, Whiskey Lover’s Gift Set with Celtic Design Hip-Flask & Funnell, €55
- Great Outdoors, Helly Hansen LIFA Active 1/2 Zip Baselayer in Electric Blue, €55
- Thermalwave, Changing Robe, €129
For Your Family & Friends
When it comes to Kris Kindle/Secret Santa, many of us do this with the extended family or our circle of friends. You might come from a small or big family, but you’re bound to have at least one of them. From your granddad and uncles to the cousins, nephews and godsons, as well as your mates or colleagues, they’re all as important as one other – so I’ve found perfect presents for the rest of your clan. No matter your budget or their personality, I’ve sourced plenty of ideas, with a variety of prices and styles to help you along the way.
- Dubray Books, ‘Why We Swim’ by Bonnie Tsui, €13.50
- Kilkenny Shop, Eat Sleep Doodle Dinosaur Pencil Case, €14.95
- Avoca, Lexon Fine Tube Power Bank 2 – Gun Metal, €29.95
- Bedroom Athletics, Brody Felt Slipper Clogs, €49.95
- DID Electrical, Anker PowerCore 10000 MAh Metro Slim Power Bank Black, €39.99
- Max Benjamin, Bergamot & Ylang Ylang Luxury Natural Candle, €25
- Gadget Man, Tiki Mugs – Set of 4, €25
- Big Bang Comics, Marvel Universe Top Trumps Specials Card Game, €8.99
- Ardkeen, Skelligs Chocolate Gourmet Chocolate Shards Fruit & Nuts and Orange Peel 500g, €15
- DID Electrical, EA Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order Game for PS4, €39.99 (was €69.99)
- Jiminy, Wooden Mechanical Model – Triceratops, €9.99
- Tower Records, Coldplay Music Of The Spheres Splatter Vinyl LP, €26.99
- EJ Menswear, Lyle & Scott Contrast Panel Zip Through White, €80.96
- Foxford, Party Season Bundle, €48
- GameStop, Pokémon Crew Socks – Pack of 3 in Size 43-46, €19.99
- Kennedy & Co, Matte Hair Clay with Baicapil™, €7.95
- Meadows & Byrne, Suede Grey 3 Pocket Sofa Organiser, €89
- Against The Tide Apparel, Forty Foot Double Print Unisex Hoodie, €65
- Dunnes Stores, Paul Galvin Puffer Gilet, €30
- Gadget Man, Color Change NEE DOH, €5
- Carroll’s Irish Gifts, Guinness Metal Sign With Iconic Lion Design, €15
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