During the holidays, there’s a distinct tendency to go after big, massive, life-transforming gifts—so it’s easy to forget that sometimes, it really is the thought that counts. Which is why we think stocking stuffers, the little luxuries that feel more intimate than anything that might need its own boat slip, are so important. Herein, 10 stellar gifts that’ll feel like they came from the heart.
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Bennett Winch Watch Roll
Image Credit: Bennett Winch Bennett Winch’s excellent travel products are some of the most thoughtful ones on the market, and the brand’s new watch roll is no exception—perfect for guys who travel with more than one fine timepiece. Its core is supported by two six-sided separators, meaning the watches will actually stay upright when you remove it from the case. The case itself features a leather exterior, a Kevlar interlining for stability and a soft suede lining to keep dials scratch-free.
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L’Occitane Hand Cream
Image Credit: Amazon One of winter’s harshest realities is dry, flaky skin. Help your loved ones combat it with one of the best hand creams on the market.
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Hestra Shearling Gloves
Image Credit: Mr Porter Gloves, like scarves and sunglasses, have the tendency to get lost—unless they’re really, really nice. Which is why you should get the guy on your list a pair that’s lovely enough not to leave behind.
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Gillette Labs Heated Razor
Image Credit: Gillette We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: The Gillette Labs Heated Razor is one of the most comfortable ways to get a clean shave. Turn a daily chore into something the guy on your list actually looks forward to, and he’ll be eternally grateful.
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Larq Water Bottle
Image Credit: Amazon It’s an admirable thing to want to use less plastic, and one of the most obvious ways to do that is to start using a better water bottle. The trouble is, it’s recommended that you wash your non-disposable canteens every day. If you’re shopping for someone who doesn’t have the patience (or the staff) for that, get them one of these bottles from Larq, which uses an internal UV-C light to clean the bottle at the touch of a button.
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Native Union Drop Wireless Charger
Image Credit: Amazon The last thing anyone wants to do at the end of the day is fiddle with the plug-in charger for their iPhone. This device makes wireless charging a breeze—you just set it on the circular pad and forget it.
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Asprey Sterling Silver Flask
Image Credit: Mr Porter This attractive flask is made entirely from sterling silver, which means that it’ll acquire a distinct patina—and only get better looking—with age.
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Smythson Panama Cufflink Box
Image Credit: Smythson Cufflinks are a lovely gift, but not if you don’t have anywhere to store them safely and securely. This Smythson cufflink box does just that, and it’s secure snap closure means it’ll work just as well when traveling as it does in a dresser drawer.
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Armand Diradourian Cashmere and Silk Satin Eye Mask
Image Credit: Mr Porter The holidays can mean a lot of long, arduous travel. Help whoever’s on your list get some in-flight shut-eye with this comfortable eye mask. If nothing else, it’ll be a definite upgrade over the one that comes in their amenity kit.
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Diptyque Protective Pine Candle
Image Credit: Diptyque Diptyque’s 2019 holiday candle smells earthy and rich, like walking through a picturesque forest. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer for someone who puts up an artificial tree in favor of cutting one down from nature.
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