If you’re shopping for the man in your life, we’ve got a few ideas. Here, we’ve rounded up items for dear old Dad, your adventurous brother, your new boyfriend, or your better half. Forget that gift card to the local sporting goods store and instead choose something he’ll hang onto (and use!) for years to come. Bonus: many of these items are from independent artists and up-and-coming small businesses and brands.
GIFT GUIDE: Gifts for Him

Flannel
Corridor, $165
He’ll reach for this lofty flannel every winter. Corridor’s clothing is super responsible, too. It’s made in India in a 3rd generation, open air workshop with on-site day care, a garden, and they pay a living wage to the artisans who made the goods.

Duffle
Stephen Kenn, $525
A bag that’s perfect for his next road trip! This one-of-kind duffle also functions as a backpack (just swap the straps), and is crafted from recycled vintage military canvas and a mix of vintage and new hardware.

Leather Mousepad
Ode to Things, $175
Up the ante in his home office with this mousepad from Australian design studio Daniel/Emma. It’s the perfect piece in terms of size, thickness, and material, and allows for for precise mouse movement.

Shower and Post-Shower Routine
Bravo Sierra, $25
Bravo Sierra is free of aluminum, baking soda, sulfates, and silicone. What’s left is healthy, top quality products that have been put to the test by active duty U.S. military service members.

Sabatier Carving Set
Flotsam and Fork, $195
A classic stainless steel French carving knife and fork set crafted in Thiers, France.

Truffle Hot Sauce
Truff, $70
For the man that loves a little bit of heat, and a little bit of luxury too. These vegan + gluten free hot sauces come in a beautiful box and feature three flavors. Original: a flavor forward truffle chili blend The HOTTER: a unique jalapeño rich blend. And White TRUFF Hot Sauce: a curated blend of ripe chili peppers, organic agave nectar, white truffle, and a hint of organic coriander, designed to embody the essence of the holidays.

Suede Slippers
Parachute, $79
A sophisticated upgrade from his no-show socks.

Felt Eyeglass Sleeve
Graf Lantz, $29
These sleeves come in a rainbow of colors and offer protection for his eyewear. This gift will (hopefully) help him to stop misplacing his reading glasses!

Custom Framed Photos
Frameology, Starting at $29
Choose a frame, upload a photo, and you’ve got a custom gift he’ll treasure.

Handmade Ceramic Growler
Kaufmann Mercantile, $57
Depending on where he lives, his favorite brewery might be temporarily closed for dining in. That said, a growler will allow him to pick up his favorite draft beer to enjoy at home — and this one is really chic so you won’t mind having it on the shelf.

Bike Brush
Flotsam & Fork, $12
The gift he doesn’t know he needs! These handy bike brushes are great for cleaning his bicycle or motorcycle.

Avocado Vase
MoMA Design Store, $45
An inventive gift for the green thumb of the family! All he needs to do is pop an avocado pit in the top and watch it grow.
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