🎁12 Posts of Christmas – Post 4, Ideal Grooming Gift ideas

Ahhhhh what better gift idea to give, particularly if your stuck for a gifting inspiration than grooming products, whether that be shavers, shaving products, the heavenly spectrum of Fragrances or any gift set catering to your body, skin or hair wants and needs, we’ve got it covered for you. You’ll see below a selection of the best of the best, the crime de la creme of what the grooming world has to offer you from their perfectly looking, scented selections.

 

The Mr. Burberry aftershave splash sees Burberry capture London and all its moments, fusing inherent scents of British perfumery with a medley of unexpected ingredients. Summing the whole Burberry brand up in a fragrance, it’s classic yet contemporary; sophisticated and sensual, it features fresh and crafted top notes of crisp zesty grapefruit, cut with a seductive base of earthy vetiver and smokey guaiac wood. The bottle itself is inspired by the label’s iconic trench coat, clad with signature design details.

Remember the eyes are the gateway to your soul and all that partying over the festive season can take its toll on oneself, so look for help when it’s offered. This time round in the shape of Kiehls lightweight Age Defender Power Serum boasts a powerful cypress extract rich formula designed to fight the key signs of aging. Reducing the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles, this ultra-absorbent serum from the renown American skincare brand smoothes and firms skin texture to give a refined appearance.

Offer the gift of perfect coiffed hair with Bumble & bumble’s Look Sharp. ON THE FLY hair kit for men. Featuring three of the label’s cult favourites, including Thickening Shampoo, Thickening Conditioner and Sumotech, they make a great introductory to the label and are perfectly sized for fuss-free styling on-the-go.

Shaving can aggravate and irritate your skin, so counteract the effects with the Men Hydration Collection from skincare experts, Clarins.  Featuring a 2-in-1 shampoo and body wash, nourishing hand cream, toning facial cleanser and an after-shave balm for soft, soothed skin after razor burn, it comes with everything you need to keep your skin in tip top condition regardless of stubborn hair removal.

Regal. Rich. Addictive. Private Blend Tobacco Oud eau de parfum by Tom Ford explores a secret history of addictive Arabic passions – crafting fragrances from precious oud wood resin and smoking aromatic tobacco. It intertwines mesmerising oud with an idealised Arabic tobacco accord inspired by ‘Dokha’ a blend of herbs, flowers and spiced-laden tobacco. Available alongside the Oud Wood Shower Gel and Body Spray, it makes a truly covetable gift to give, or keep.

Ohhhh please forgive me for this one which is a little self indulgent but undeniably a classic, takes me back to my youth and a unique fragrance. This refreshing aftershave lotion spray leaves skin refreshed, comfortably smooth and lightly scented with the warm, subtle notes of Dior Fahrenheit.

Opt for Braun’s efficiency and comfort with the 8-in-one precision face and head trimming kit. Including everything you could possibly need to satisfy your wider grooming needs, with the trimmer are four combs covering 13 precision length settings, a detail trimmer for achieving fine, close-up looks and an ear and nose trimmer. There is also a free Gillette Fusion ProGlide razor with Flex Ball technology included.

Sukin’s Body Wash For Men is created with Aloe Vera, Baobab Extract, Sesame and Jojoba Oils to clean and hydrate the body. A blend of Cinnamon and Citrus refreshes the senses, ideal for washing away all those regrets of 2017 fresh and ready for the new start of 2018.

🎄12 Posts of Christmas, Post 3- Ideal Christmas Gifts for Guys🎁

Words by Isaac Perry & Keanu Adorable

Ah the Christmas season, tis’ the time for singing Christmas carols off tune, wearing ugly Christmas jumpers in the office and spoiling ourselves and our loved ones with food and gifts. Here at Clothes Make The Man, we always ensure that we give you the best choices for gifts for men, whether it be for you, your brother, dad, uncle, grandpa etc. We’ve made that job a bit easier by picking out or choices for the Ideal Christmas Gifts for Guys – at different price points!

Junya Watanabe x The North Face Hooded Shell Down Puffer Jacket

From what we have seen so far this season is going to be a cold one, so to keep you warm on those winter days this collaboration by renowned Japanese designer Junya Watanabe and outdoor company Northface is the perfect mixture; being style and keeping you warm with essential colours such as blue, green and black being available, it’s a wise investment we think!

Ted Baker Switzer Paisley Mulberry Silk Tie

For those smarter days, a tie never goes amiss. Ted Baker offers its own individual designs like this Paisley patterned tie along with many other colourways, paired with the correct suit they take the look to another level, you interested?

Tommy Hilfiger Cotton Cashmere Scarf Blend

The colder season has hit and will continue, the perfect accessory to add something to your look whilst keeping you toasty at the same time with this Tommy Hilfiger cotton cashmere scarf. A perfect gift for those who feel the cold this Christmas (dad and grandad would appreciate this very well in our opinion), if paired with the red festive colour, what’s not to like?

Whistles Deconstructed Overcoat

We’re a firm believer that every man should have an overcoat in their wardrobe, and we think that this deconstructed overcoat from Whistles is a great choice to give someone who is need of a quality piece of garment. It can be worn over a suit to give an outfit an edge or wear with jeans and knitwear on weekends away or days off in the city.

Jigsaw Made In Scotland Beanie

In order to keep warm and battle the weather, you need to protect your noggin’, and we have the product just for that, with this snug and neat fitting beanie from Jigsaw made from 100% wool knitted by a Scottish mill renowned for its knitwear since 1845. With a unique brushed texture and thick ribbed contrast turn-up hem, wear with the matching scarf for a cosy winter look.

Miansai 18ct Gold Plated Screw Cuff Bracelet

Jewellery in men’s fashion is on the uprise, beginning to dominate the men’s accessories industry after taking a dip, they can complete a look, even make the look and a timeless piece such as the cuff bracelet you can never go wrong with, Miansai’s being one of our favourite picks for this Winter.

MICROSOFT – Xbox One X Console

What man wouldn’t want to find this sleek black number under his tree ? With 40% more power than any other console, experience immersive true 4K gaming with Microsoft’s Xbox One X. Blockbuster titles look great, run smoothly, and load quickly even on a 1080p screen. This console also works with all your Xbox One games and accessories as well as Xbox Live, the most advanced multiplayer network, giving you more ways to play. Games play better on Xbox One X !!!! Form an orderly queue gents.

Jameson Select Reserve

Ohhhhhh the weather forecasters are predicting a white Christmas and what bettering way to keep you warm than with a nice bottle of Jameson Select Reserve is a rich and luxurious premium Irish whiskey, made from a rare blend of small batch grain whiskey, not found in any other Jameson expression and single Irish pot still whiskey. A beautiful sipping whiskey, smooth and silky with a light vanilla note and a lovely light touch.

🎅12 Posts of Christmas, Post 1 – Get the Party Started ! Harvey Nichols Christmas Hamper

In the words of Noddy Holder, “It’s Christmas!!!”, well nearly. Yes it’s the first of our annual indispensable Christmas posts offering you essential information, tips and suggestions to make this Christmas THE best one ever ! The season of goodwill is virtually upon us, but more importantly, it is the season known for its appetite to eat, drink and make merry. Now, party season can mean all different things to all different people, whether that be singing your heart out to the Pogues ‘Fairytale of New York’ at 3 O’Clock in the morning, being lost in a haze of twinkling fairy lights whilst kissing the one you love under the mistletoe or meeting up with friends and sharing a mince pie and mulled wine or six at a Christmas Market. Whatever the festive season may mean to you, how about the party comes to you, yes a party in a box in the shape of a hamper. I know, you normally think of hampers stuffed full of festive goodies and being the ideal gift for the foodie in your family, but they really are so much more.

And what better way to experiencing these delicacies than aiming high and luxurious, yes lots of retailers have created luxury hampers in all sorts of guises for this year, but it is Christmas so go on and spoil yourself with one of the best, in the shapely and ever so sumptuous selection from Harvey Nichols. This Yuletide the luxury lifestyle retailer has over fifteen hamper selections to whet your appetite and spoil over. So whether you’re after a quiet Christmas with your partner and the Christmas A Deux tickles your festive fancy or for when the whole family descend for a Yuletide get together The Crowd Pleaser will satisfy your seasonal delectations.

The one that caught our eye and we felt was best suited for really getting you in the festive spirit, that’s spirt not spirits, and ideal for getting the party started was the geniusly named, ‘Party Starter’. Jammed full of their own seasonal delights including, two bottles of Harvey Nichols Prosecco Di Valdobbiadene NV, Two bottles of Harvey Nichols Sauvignon Blanc, a bottle of Harvey Nichols Gin and a bottle of Harvey Nichols Vodka, plus 6 bottles of Tonic Water With A Hint Of Cucumber And Lime. Then if that wasn’t enough, a tub of Harvey Nichols Jumbo Cashews, Cheese & Pepper Straws, Mixed Olives With Pepper & Chilli, Mini Balsamic Vinegar, Mini Olive Oil, Pork And Sloe Gin Rillette, Duck With Grand Marnier Rillette, Spiced Black Olive Paste, Cheddar Cheese Nibbles, Olive Oil & Rosemary Biscuits and if that wasn’t enough 10 Copper Drinking Straws, but no partridge in a pear tree, phew. What possibly more could you need, literally a case of just add people and Viola a Festive gathering worthy of a picture perfect Christmas card scene.

So if that wasn’t enough to tempt you, depending on how quickly you need your hamper, they have the right option for you, from classic Standard to convenient Collect in Store, the choice is yours.

Back to the old School – Gio Goi

WORDS BY CARL STANLEY

Gio Goi release their Winter collections as the guys who brought you the label back in the late 80’s are back with a whole new line in new Gio Goi clothing collections. we check out the one of the jackets from the classic collections, with the Gio Goi fishtail parka/windbreaker jacket.

It was Anthony and Christopher Donnelly (see above) who went from staging Manchester’s first ever illegal acid house party ‘Sweat It Out’ to forming Gio Goi and dressing the likes of The Happy Mondays and 808 State as well as launching such collections as the ‘Too Much Rock’n’Roll’ collection fronted by Pete Doherty. As one of the 90’s most definitive UK clothing labels it was a lot later on when Gio Goi was for a period of time taken over by high street retail giants, which saw it bottom out and move away from the quality and creative style the label was renowned for.

But now Gio Goi are back to release their new clothing collections this Winter with a return to the labels home styled quality and original logo motif. Including the ‘Classic’ and ’88 collections.

The Gio Goi fishtial parka is a lightweight jacket with 4 pocket design, it features the Gio Goi sleeve branding with back design, Along with all the other releases they can be found on the Gio Goi website and also now available to buy from other leading outlets.

It’s nearly that TIME of the year – Thomas Sabo Watches

Christmas is coming, in fact it’s scarily just around the corner and the thought of buying for, not only, a loved one, but for yourself gets me giddy at just the thought. Now a perfect gift, no matter who it’s for, is a time piece and a brand which is, maybe not the first to come to mind, but definitely well worth checking out, no matter what your taste in watches, is Thomas Sabo. Yes the German company are possibly more known for their fine jewellery, but Thomas Sabo is one of the globally-leading jewellery and watch brands, operating worldwide, with over 300 stores across all five continents. Designing and selling lifestyle products for both, women and men catering to the varied types, age groups and tastes across the board.

Their Watches are perfectly balanced with both style and quality at the forefront of their design. They are bold yet elegant, completely in keeping with the brand’s DNA with a long lasting Japanese Miyota quartz movement. With this in mind they complement both casual and smart outfits, which in turn allows you to upgrade your accessories du jour, to match our mood, outfit or occasion, so are equally at home when your in a jeans and t-shirt mood or on your A game in business, work mode. The lines are wide and ranges from watches with stainless steel, ceramic and leather bracelets, three-handed watches, through to sports like chronographs. All models of watches, whether with ceramic or stainless steel casings, are characterised by outstanding quality of material and workmanship. Essentially, the Watches are innovative, stylish and durable timepieces that epitomise the ideals of the brand: a rebellious rock’n’roll soul and love for exceptional quality and fashion forward jewellery.

This is not a brand who are fazed by passing fashion trends and fads the versatile, classic designs are built to outlast these fleeting styles. Whether your looking for yourself or females watches they offer a true timeless sense of style.

Creative Director of the brand, Susanne Kölbli sums up the inspiration for THOMAS SABO, “Items of jewellery represent the most intimate, human feelings: it is love,o personal happiness and those special moments in life that we find reflected in an item of jewellery, wishing to wear them very close to us.”

If for this Christmas your after a matching timepiece both you and your partner can share or male and female counterparts the Spirit watches might be just what your after. The Rebel Spirit watches have a 40mm dial and offers a cool masculine approach to the mesh watches. The Glam Spirit watches, with a 33mm dial are the feminine alternative to the Rebel spirit. Or maybe your after something a little more individualistic ? Elegantly rebellious cross patterns, rock ‘n’ roll skull applications and sportingly elegant leather or stainless steel bracelets with ceramic elements. These are the striking design codes of the Rebel at heart line.