Gifting season can be a tricky time of year, so we’ve done the heavy lifting for you. From high-quality outerwear to unique fragrances, luxury accessories, and the latest in design, this is Esquire’s guide to the best holiday gifts of the season.
1. Sweater
The TOD’S Raglan-cut bomber jacket is crafted from a luxurious cashmere-blend knit with a soft cloudy mélange effect. Featuring a double-slider zip, signature T-stitching on the upper zip pull, and a leather Tod’s tag on the back, it’s the perfect blend of casual sophistication and timeless style.
2. Brooch
The Evergreen of Heritage Brooch by Zaid Farouki is a hand-embroidered evergreen brooch features a golden crest and coded fruit motifs, celebrating endurance and ancestry in exquisite thread. Lightweight with a secure pin back, it can be worn effortlessly on any fabric. A limited-edition holiday design, it comes beautifully wrapped and ready for gifting.
3. Scarf
The Hermès Cavalcadour Esquisse scarf is crafted from 100% luxurious cashmere, soft and supple to the touch. Henri d’Origny’s iconic pencil-sketch design has been beautifully revisited and screen-printed across its generous surface. Effortlessly elegant, it’s a timeless accessory that combines artistry with everyday sophistication
4. Chic Outerwear
From Torino to Oasi ZEGNA, exude quiet confidence with ZEGNA’s Winter 2025 collection, effortlessly refined pieces that soften the chill of cold days in natural surroundings. Each look conveys understated sophistication and comfort. Standouts include the iconic Triple Stitch™ Vetta shoes and the Il Conte jacket, crafted from extraordinarily supple suede, completing an effortless journey to refinement.
5. Collector’s Pen
Montblanc unveils the Happy Holidays Set 2025, a rare celebration of the enduring art of letter writing. Limited to just 100 pieces worldwide, the set is both a collector’s treasure and a meaningful gift, an elegant reminder of the importance of personal expression and human connection. Echoing the Maison’s 1920s design language, it pays homage to the timeless ritual of putting pen to paper.
At its centre is the exclusive Meisterstück Geometry Solitaire LeGrand Fountain Pen, crafted solely for this edition. It features a handcrafted Au 750 gold nib engraved with snowflakes, alongside a signature gold-coated cap and barrel enhanced with a three-dimensional geometric pattern. Finished with the iconic Montblanc emblem at the cap top, the pen stands as a testament to the Maison’s storied heritage in writing craftsmanship
6. Luggage Bag
The Celine New Luggage bag in supple, shiny lambskin is the kind of piece that instantly elevates any wardrobe with its structured design. Its sculpted silhouette, soft-yet-luxurious leather, and everyday practicality make it a gift that feels both stylish and timeless. Pair it with a cashmere scarf for a winter-ready duo that’s elegant from day to night.
7. Luxury accessories
Accessories make the perfect gift: practical, stylish, and effortlessly thoughtful. MR PORTER is your one-stop destination for luxury finds, from show-stopping pieces for the man who has everything to timeless classics, stocking fillers, and homeware, ensuring something for every recipient this holiday season
8. Ski Essentials
Re-exploring the world of skiing, Dior’s Spring 2026 lifestyle capsule presents a wardrobe defined by simplicity and function, merging outdoor utility with men’s elegance. Blazers and turtlenecks meet cargo and ski pants, while technical canvas pieces emphasize clean, minimalist lines.
Bags and small leather goods, including the iconic Saddle, feature Dior Mountain patches, bringing playful detail to accessories. The B30 Countdown Tech sneakers take an ultra-technical turn, crafted in technical nylon for a confident, hiking-ready edge.
9. High-Tech Winter Gear
Balenciaga’s 2025 Skiwear Collection brings high-tech winter gear into your everyday wardrobe. Iconic House silhouettes meet cutting-edge technology with slope-to-street capability: thermoregulating outerwear, aerodynamic shapes, tech-infused layers, and advanced material innovations.
10. Resort Wear
The Orlebar Brown x Automobili Lamborghini capsule is a collection that fuses Riviera tailoring with supercar power, inspired by the bold colours and bright spirit of Miami Beach. Echoing Lamborghini’s “spaceships for the road,” the collaboration explores uncharted territory: the beach and beyond. Each piece reflects the meticulous craftsmanship and innovative spirit both brands are known for.
11. Suede Bomber Jacket
The FRESCOBOL CARIOCA Vincente Suede Bomber Jacket in Cedar Grey is a standout: crafted from 100% goat suede with a beautifully refined nap and intense depth of colour. It’s the brand’s take on a classic bomber and the kind of gift that becomes a signature piece.
12. Everyday Sneaker
Axel Arigato unveils the Daze Runner, the brand’s newest premium sneaker designed for everyday ease. Minimal, sculptural, and crafted from 100% Italian suede, it expands the brand’s low-profile universe following the Slow Runner and Tact Runner.
With a softly squared toe, asymmetric wavy panels, and a clean four-piece construction, the Daze Runner balances surrealist detailing with Scandinavian restraint. A bamboo-cotton terry lining and Italian leather sock elevate comfort, while the knit-inspired rubber outsole reflects the brand’s AW25 exploration of textile innovation. Hand-finished in Portugal and released in Black, Greige, and Dark Grey.
13. Leather Shoes
Introducing The Art of Chilling, Santoni’s witty new holiday campaign. In an era defined by speed and to-do lists, the Maison proposes a quieter form of status: choosing to pause and embrace an unhurried rhythm. Santoni understands this truth well: beautiful things take time, whether crafting enduring shoes or creating meaningful moments. With wonder and irony, the campaign celebrates style that lives in every moment, from morning rituals to evening ease.
14. Holiday Candles
Diptyque reintroduces Sapin, its iconic holiday candle, in a limited-edition design as part of the A Night of Wax and Gold collection. Its crisp blend of Siberian pine, balsam fir, cedarwood, and soft moss captures the essence of a freshly cut tree. Warm, woody, and festive, it brings holiday spirit to any space. Finished with hand-applied gold leaf, it embodies the artistry at the heart of the Maison’s winter traditions.
15. Home Fragrance
Byredo transforms an ancient tradition into a new sensory experience with incense sticks in three iconic scents: Bibliothèque, Burning Rose, and Tree House. Handmade in Tokyo using 400-year-old techniques, the 60 fragranced sticks (20 of each scent) offer a slower burn time of 30–40 minutes. Each set includes a handmade ceramic holder, ready to use from the moment it’s unboxed.
16. Lighter Collection & Chess Set
Dunhill presents its renewed Gifting Collection, an elevated curation of refined objects celebrating artistry, innovation, and the pleasure of a life well lived. Honouring Alfred Dunhill’s pioneering spirit, the collection spans wellbeing, desk accessories, grooming, games, and smoking articles, including the iconic lighter collection. Every piece is crafted from the finest materials to exacting standards.
Highlights include a minimalist reinterpretation of a classic chess set, nesting dolls revealing a Unique Barley lighter, and curated accessories such as a flask, card case, and notebook holder engraved with Bourdon House’s address. Inspired by a gold cigarette case from the archive, these designs nod to the gestures that define true luxury.
17. Statement Shirt
Moschino elevates everyday dressing with its logo-print long-sleeve shirt: a bold yet wearable statement piece. Blending playful irreverence with Italian tailoring, it delivers instant personality to any wardrobe and makes a perfect gift for someone who embraces fashion with humour, confidence, and a touch of drama.
18. Packable Trench Coat
The Packable Trench Coat by Retori combines laid-back elegance with thoughtful innovation. Crafted from a lightweight, wrinkled wool blend, it folds neatly into a compact pocket bag for effortless portability. A bicycle-print lining, inspired by artist Miko Veldkamp, adds a discreet artistic touch. Part of the Chapter 02 collection on Ounass.com, the coat reflects Retori’s philosophy of blending fashion, art, and authentic dialogue with a global community.
19. Reversible Windbreaker Jacket
Paul & Shark’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection blends elegance and performance, grounded in the brand’s deep connection to the sea and its commitment to sustainability and advanced craftsmanship. The season’s flagship piece is the reversible windbreaker jacket in Typhoon Cashmere: a refined garment treated with Typhoon technology for resistance and waterproofing. Performance meets elegance in perfect harmony. The same innovation appears in the Typhoon Silk jacket: a lighter, highly refined and high-performance option created for mild climates and mid-season weather, especially by the sea.
20. Recycled Hoodie
PANGAIA’s recycled cashmere hoodie gives a classic wardrobe staple a new, mindful life. Luxuriously soft yet sustainably crafted, each piece reduces waste and lessens the impact on natural resources. A thoughtful gift that combines comfort, style, and care for the planet.
21. Winter Sunglasses
This holiday season, EssilorLuxottica presents a curated selection of eyewear that blends performance, style, and innovation. For the quiet-luxury devotee, Brunello Cucinelli offers luminous metal detailing, Barberini® Premium glass lenses, and refined colorways like Borgo Havana with umbra lenses or grey cashmere with grape lenses. For the retro-style icon, Persol delivers an ’80s-inspired oval frame from the Supreme Metal Arrow line, pairing premium metal with bold acetate, Meflecto comfort technology, and the signature Supreme Arrow.
22. Rings
This holiday season, Bvlgari invites the world to embrace the joy of authentic connection. Under a Roman starry night, the Maison’s creations shine as luminous symbols of celebration. Inspired by the Eternal City’s magic, Bvlgari creates a suspended universe of light and movement, where jewellery becomes a gift of emotion, glamour, and treasured memories.
23. Fragrance for Him & Her
Valentino Beauty unveils the Rendez-Vous Ivory Collection for 2025: couture audacity wrapped in luminous ivory and gold. The collection reimagines Born in Roma Donna and Uomo bottles as canvases of pure self-expression, echoing the iconic spirit of Studio 54™.
Born in Roma Donna glows with orange blossom and marshmallow accord over Madagascar bourbon vanilla and white musk. Born in Roma Uomo blends bergamot and lavandin with a fireplace accord—warm, intimate, magnetic.
24. Oud Fragrance
Lootah Perfumes traces its origins to the 1950s, when handmade Bukhoor first emerged from the family matriarch’s craftsmanship. Today, the brand remains rooted in Emirati heritage while evolving into a modern fragrance house celebrated for authenticity and meticulous detail. Lava Oud stands out as a bold, smouldering oud enriched with ambered woods and deep resinous notes.
25. High-Performance Watch
The Greca Extreme Chrono Skeleton emerges as a bold new icon. For the first time, the watch introduces a chrono-skeleton movement, revealing the mechanics of timekeeping in captivating motion. Its open-worked design delivers high-performance energy infused with unmistakable Versace DNA, from the Medusa head to the Greca motif. Strictly limited to 500 pieces, it’s a collector’s masterpiece available at selected Versace boutiques, Hour Choice stores, and Maison Luxe Dubai.
26. Bracelets
From the Emporio Armani FW collection comes a refined selection of gifting staples: jewellery, watches, sunglasses, bags, and accessories designed for both men and women. Among them, the bracelets: minimalist yet expressive pieces crafted with Armani’s signature balance of modernity and elegance. Perfect for anyone who favours subtle sophistication with everyday versatility.
27. Fragrances Collection
Roberto Cavalli debuts its renowned Gold Collection at Sephora Middle East, marking a major moment for regional fragrance connoisseurs. Defined by richness, sensuality, and maximalist elegance, each scent is built around a signature note elevated by rare natural ingredients. The standout compositions include Divine Oud, Noble Woods, Splendid Vanilla, Sublime Tonka, and Tobaccomore; a luxurious journey through Italian opulence.
28. Advent Calendar
The Ritual of Advent returns with a fresh take on tradition through the Wreath Advent Calendar: a limited-edition design inspired by the timeless holiday wreath. Whether hung on a wall or displayed as a statement piece, it brings instant festivity to any home. Behind each door lies a luxurious gift, including bath, body, and home favourites plus four exclusive mini candles. With 24 surprises, it transforms each December day into a moment of indulgence and joy.
29. Seasonal Coffee
This festive season, Nespresso UAE uncovers Magic in the Making: a celebration of rituals and moments that lead to joyful gatherings. The limited-edition collection includes a black coffee, two flavoured coffees, new Barista Mixologist Stemmed Glasses, and beloved Nespresso favourites, all wrapped in vibrant packaging by Kenyan artist Thandiwe Muriu.
The Festive Espresso (Original) and Festive Double Espresso (Vertuo) offer an exquisite Arabica blend from Rwanda, the DRC, and Kenya, with cereal, fruity notes, and delicate caramel undertones. Sweet Almond & Hibiscus brings soft nuttiness and floral brightness, while Cinnamon & Candied Tamarind combines warm spice with sweet, jammy richness.
30. Instant Camera
The Fujifilm Instax WIDE Evo Hybrid Instant Camera lets you capture, preview, edit, and instantly print photos on Instax WIDE film, blending digital convenience with the joy of analog photography. Perfect for creating memories that can be held, shared, and cherished.
