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Long gone are the days when stocking stuffers were treated as a holiday season afterthought. Increasingly, gift-givers are waking up to one important truth: Elegance is often in the details. Which means the best stocking stuffer ideas can often make for the best gifts, period. Think premier skincare for a that lends your loved ones an extra glow or a book that will stoke their intellectual side. Below, a few ways to remind everyone on your list that good things come in small packages, from a sharp new pair of earbuds to high-end grooming products and more.
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Albers Foundation Book
Amazon
Come for the art, stay for the endearing Bauhaus romance. Anni and Josef Albers are modern-art royalty, and this book is a fun, visually rich retrospective of their work that will please an art aficionado or a collector in training.
Montblanc Goldtone Glass Cufflinks
Mr Porter
A touch of shiny gold and vibrant red is always a great idea during the holidays. These beautifully round cufflinks will be especially welcome when meeting family and friends at seasonal cocktail parties and dinners.
Grown Alchemist Handcream
Mr Porter
Packed with rosehip and camellia oils, this hand cream is a nourishing well of moisturization—and it does the job without leaving a layer of grease behind. Help a loved one in need by preventing the winter blues brought on by dry skin.
Dents Cashmere Lined Leather Gloves
Dents
Everyone needs a staple pair of gloves that work with all of your winter outerwear—and won’t look out of place at the office or on the weekend. Why not get ones that are approved by the Princes of Wales himself?
Del Toro Black Pima Cotton-Blend Formal Sock
Del Toro
Made from a Peruvian Pima cotton blend, these formal socks are breathable, soft and durable. And whether you’re wearing them at a dinner party or a raging wedding reception, what more could you want?
Saxx Mega Lux Boxer Brief
Saxx
What do lux boxers entail? Cooling technology for those on the go, a form-fitting fit that’s helpful if you’ve still got slimly-tailored trousers in your rotation, and the softness and warmth of cashmere blended with modal and elastane for stretch.
QMS Medicosmetics Deep Gentle Cleanser
QMS
If you’re looking to get a loved one started on a better skincare routine, this cleansing lotion is one of the best ways to do it. The milky product gently removes the impurities accumulated during the day and feels like nothing you’ll find at the local pharmacy.
Chantecaille Gold Recovery Mask
Chantecaille
Shopping for someone who already has an advanced skincare routine? This gold mask will truly blow their minds. Infused with 24k gold and silk extracts that make skin firmer and glowy, it’s essentially a luxury spa treatment you can do at home.
Kelty Stub 1L Bag
Kelty
If you’re shopping for people who love the outdoors, few are more important than hiking’s most essential tool: a fanny pack to hold snacks. Equipped with three compartments to store small items, it’s a gift that’ll last for years (and excursions) to come.
D R Harris Windsor Shaving Cream
Mr Porter
Perfumed with citrus and the warming notes of black pepper and vetiver, this cream leaves a pleasing scent behind, even after shaving. Plus, it wards off any after-shave irritation thanks to its high proportion of glycerine.
Huntsman Green Cashmere Four-Point Star Hip Flask
Huntsman
For whiskey connoisseurs and adventure seekers, this flask from bespoke tailors Huntsman is sure to make the colder days just a bit warmer. The flask’s sterling silver is dressed up in one of the house’s iconic tweeds, which makes it feel especially appropriate during this season.
Ted Baker Shoe Shine Kit
Ted Baker
A shoe shine kit is one of those rare gifts that keeps on giving. This one shows extra love as it’s packed with all the essentials: two sets of polish, brushes and a great bag that holds it all.
Roe Caviar Gift Set
Roe
For the foodies in your life, this caviar gift set comes ready to serve. The sustainably farmed white sturgeon roe found in the gold-plated should satisfy any special holiday cravings.
Bowers and Wilkins P15
Bowers & Wilkins
Noise-canceling earbuds are never a bad idea, but in the hybrid work era they feel especially necessary. Not only does this pair help wearers tune out the world around them, but they’re also equipped with enough microphones and amplifiers to ensure whatever you’re listening to sounds its best.
Zimba Whitening Strips
Zimba
There’s nothing that signifies good grooming more than pearly whites. These whitening strips are made with natural coconut and mint oil, which makes them ideal for those who may have sensitive teeth. They also come in a bevy of flavors if mint isn’t your thing.
Harry’s Razor Stand
Harry's
A razor stand is a small luxury that goes a long way. This one does an efficient job of keeping razors dry which helps keep the blade stay sharper longer. Not only is it practical, but you can engrave the stand with up to three letters to personalize it.
Smythson Panama Cross-Grain Leather Notebook
Mr Porter
Smythson makes some of the most elegant stationery you can find. Made up of flexible leather and featherweight pages, this notebook is ideal for your loved ones with big ideas.
T. Anthony Alligator Slim Card Case
T. Anthony
T. Anthony has made excellent leather goods since 1946, and this card case exemplifies its design ethos and commitment to quality. Made from American alligator skin, its compact shape and glossy finish make for a welcome addition to your everyday carry.
Ember Mug Temperature Control Smart Mug
Amazon
A mug that keeps hot coffee hot and hot chocolate toasty. Need we say more?
Iles Formula Shampoo
Iles Formula
Recently, haircare has taken center stage as a hot topic for men’s cosmetic treatments. Luckily, this shampoo is designed to bring out the best in a variety of hair types. It’s like gifting a package of confidence.
Gillette Heated Razor
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.
Bennett Winch Watch Roll
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.
Maapilim Hand Sanitizer
Maapilim
Cold and flu season is upon us, and if this year has taught us anything, it’s that hand sanitizer is non-negotiable. Our favorite is this great-smelling option from Maapilim, which also has a pleasing gel texture that won’t dry out your hands.
Marvis Toothpaste Dispenser
East Dane
Toothpaste dispensers are an ideal gift: They’re a life-changing luxury no one ever thinks to buy one for themselves—and whoever you give one to will think of you fondly at least twice a day. This one is made to fit full-sized tubes from Marvis, the storied Italian brand. Throw in a tube or two for a complete gift.
Davek Sensor
Davek
Davek makes seriously tough and undeniably stylish umbrellas—but construction and looks aren’t loss-prevention strategies. The brand’s new sensor, which can attach to any umbrella, connects to your phone and alerts you whenever your umbrella is more than 30 feet away—making it that much harder for you to leave it behind.
Bro Masks
Jaxon Lane
Despite their jocular name, Jaxon Lane’s men’s face masks really are some of the best (and most deeply hydrating) on the market. They’re sized so that even the broadest brows will fit underneath their hydrogel material, and because they’re cut into two pieces, guys with beards can use them with ease.
Jason Markk Shoe Cleaning Kits
Mr Porter
Scoring a limited-edition pair of sneakers for a serious collector can be a challenge. But there’s no sneakerhead who wouldn’t appreciate an extra cleaning kit for keeping their prized pairs box fresh.
