Gift Guide for the man in your life

I think men are harder to buy presents for than women or children, partly because so many ‘manly’ gifts (tools, socks, aftershave etc) are boring and uninspired. As a general rule I want my recipient to know that I’ve considered their tastes and hobbies whenever I give a gift. With that in mind I’ve created this short gift guide full of ideas for that chap you know but can’t think what to gift.

timberland-earthkeeper-chukka-bootFor the outdoors man

For the man who likes to spend time outdoors roaming the countryside or tinkering with the car I don’t think you can go wrong with a really great pair of boots. I think this is the kind of gift which is often appreciated more during use, especially if you can find a stylish yet comfortable pair. I found these Timberland boots online at Cockney Rebel Fashions, they even have a few reduced pairs at the moment.

562978For the Gardener

Tools which lighten the load and make gardening more pleasurable can really be appreciated. I particularly love this Golden Gark Multi Purpose Lightweight Garden Rake from QVC. The ability to lift and scoop makes chores like mowing and leaf raking significantly easier.

51msJxwJjlL._SY450_For the creative man

Give your chap a brand new hobby! I really like this jar and bottle cutter from Supermarket USA on Amazon, it could be used to turn bottles into vases or drinking glasses.

p6351_column_grid_12For the smartphone fan

Smartphones are great until you get a call on a cold day and have to pull your gloves off to get the screen to respond. With these Mujjo Touchscreen Gloves from Firebox your guy can keep his hands toasty warm

p5611_column_grid_12You could even go a step further and nab these whimsical Bluetooth gloves also from Firebox, although the question of whether you might look slightly mad talking to your fingers still remains.

 

Our Christmas guide to gifts for the feet!

It’s time to start compiling your Christmas shopping lists but what if you can’t think of the right present, are you doomed to cliché socks and boring slippers? Of course not! With a little searching you can turn that seemingly boring gift into the perfect present with our Christmas guide to gifts for the feet!

First things first though you mustn’t forget how important it is to look after your feet during the colder weather. The temperature drop can worsen skin conditions, cause blood flow restriction and chilblains to name just a few problems. Thankfully most issues are easily dealt with as you can now shop footcare products online at many sites like Simply Feet.

 

Casey Slipper

Casey Slipper

The Casey Slipper from Canterbury Sheepskin RRP £81.72

The wonderful Casey slipper is made from genuine sheepskin and looks like luxury and comfort itself. Even better you can be in with a chance to win a pair in our current competition!

Blizzard Socks

Blizzard Socks

Blizzard Bamboo socks from Braintree Clothing £4.00

Bamboo socks are made from an eco fibre fabric which is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and incredibly soft. Plus they come in really lovely designs.

Fluffies Socks

Fluffies Socks

Fluffies Socks from Seasalt £8.00

Don’t fancy slippers but still want ridiculously cosy toes, then these socks are the perfect present.

Skull and Cutlass Slippers

Skull and Cutlass Slippers

Red Skull and Cutlass on Velvet Slippers from MySlippers.co.uk £295.00

Looking for something traditional and yet quirky for the man in your life? Then these pirate style toe warmers can’t fail to fit the bill *yarrrrr!*

Pansy Olive Socks

Pansy Olive Socks

Pansy Olive Socks from Avoca E16.95

These wonderful feminine knee socks complete with lacy trim and bows can’t fail to impress.

 

Hedgehog Slippers

Hedgehog Slippers

Wool Hedgehog Slippers from Lilac Coast £24.95

Not forgetting the little ones, keep wiggly toes all wrapped up with these gorgeous non-spikey hedgehogs for the feet.

Hetty Rose Workshop

Hetty Rose Workshop

Shoemaking Workshop at Hetty Rose £195.00

Don’t gift a shoe, gift an experience! Your recipient can make their very own pair of shoes hand crafted from vintage Japanese Kimono fabrics!