In the build up to Christmas, tough guys are known to get even a little tougher. They eat their steak a tad rarer, their voices drop at least one octave, and they seemingly dream of taking Old Saint Nick out front for a few good licks. But you know the tough guy(s) in your life better than that. Admittedly, by their very nature, it’s been a tough year for the tough guys out there. And deep down, your tough guy is excited about Christmas. He wants a day off being a totally tough guy. So, not yet another round of power tools, Santa socks or a new tractor. This Christmas, actually surprise him by acknowledging his thoughtful side, his finesse touch. Because after all: every tough guy can’t say no to a little luxury now and then. Like on Christmas Day. You’ll hit the sweet spot with your tough guy with these gifts.

Images above by James Lowe.

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Replace the entire sock drawer with Happy Socks! They’re the coolest socks around with bright colours and patterns that cheerfully peek out from light-weighted chino pants and jeans this summer.

Happy Socks $25 – from The Men’s Department (09) 489 9202.

Fragrances: the win-win gift. He loves the finishing touch of applying fragrance, and you get to love the way he smells. 

Comme des Garcons Amazingreen $195. Available at The Men’s Department (09) 489 9202.

Comme des Garçons 2 $195. Available at The Men’s Department (09) 489 9202.

Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 $220 and Escentric 01 $220. Available at The Men’s Department (09) 489 9202.

For men, there is no such thing as ‘accessories’: there are neccesities, done well. Take care of your first layer this summer with a fresh shave and sensible sun and skin care.

Triumph & Disaster Stash Box $165. Available at Black Box Boutique.

Triumph & Disater Rock N Roll Face Scrub $40. Available at Black Box Boutique.

Triumph & Disater Game Face Moisturiser Tube $63. Available at Black Box Boutique.

Happy Socks Boxers, both $50 – from the Happy Socks Pop-Up (09) 489-6687.

And the finishing touches… 

Karen Walker Deep Freeze $329. Available at The Men’s Department.

Komono Zirconium Watch in Gold $159. Available from Black Box Boutique.

Frank by I Love Ugly 100ml, $110. Available in store now at Top-up.

Topman Dot Print Bow Tie $25. Available at The Men’s Department (09) 489 9202.

Komono Winston Royale in Silver $159. Available from Black Box Boutique.

I Love Ugly Eyewear, prices start at $219. Full range available at Top-up.

Stolen Girlfriends Club Junk Ring $280. Available at Black Box Boutique.

Karen Walker Chrysanthemum Cufflinks $309

Moscot Lemtosh, Blonde $419. Available from Black Box Boutique.

I Love Ugly The Archibald Premium Watch. Available at Top-up from Thursday 11th December.