The Rakish Gent – 2025 Christmas Gift Guide
This year, we’ve curated the ultimate gift-edit for the rakish gent in your life — expect craftsmanship, heritage, design and indulgence.
From wardrobe essentials to experience-led treats, welcome to the 2025 edition of The Rakish Gent Christmas Gift Guide.
FASHION & ACCESSORIES
ALOHAS Tb. 490 Club Brushed dark chocolate leather sneakers - £190
Understated and versatile, these dark chocolate sneakers are the definition of modern sophistication.
Duke + Dexter x Peso Mexico penny loafer - £260
Part of Duke + Dexter’s collaboration with Peso, these loafers are made in Europe from duotone leather and have cushioned in-socks and a soft leather lining.
Marks & Spencer argyle scarf - £22
A worthy addition to a rakish gents accessorises this season (which looks especially good with the knit in the same pattern)
Russell & Bromley Bellagio metal plate loafer in black Nappa - £375
Christmas is a time to fix up and look smart. These incredible loafers from Russell & Bromley will certainly help you to do that (and they would also be great for your NYE night out).
Daniel Simmons Scandicci suede slouch bag - £395
Suede bags have dominated 2025 and this one is one of the best we have seen. Handmade in Italy from 100% Italian suede by a small team of artisans in the heart of Florence, it is sleek and elevated and will instantly make you look cooler on the daily commute.
Berluti Tersio zipped pouch - £1,800
Simply slip your hand into the handle to turn it into a style statement. All your valuables will be safe and sound inside thanks to its signature zipper.
Wild Donkey Napoli crewneck sweatshirt - £170
The Napoli Raglan Crewneck channels the spirit of old-school varsity wear with a clean finish and timeless character. Made in Italy and cut from heavyweight fleece, it features contrast raglan sleeves and a vintage-inspired front graphic that nods to collegiate sport heritage.
Octobre Editions Valdo blouson jacket - £295
Turn the pub on Boxing Day into a work of art
Ashish Shit Show T-shirt - £1,445
Wear at Christmas lunch, if your host has a sense of humour.
Adidas x Wales Bonner track top at END - £220
Because Wales Bonner is the coolest girl in fashion right now.
Reiss leather bomber jacket in brown - £398
Give the gift of luxury brown leather to the man in your life.
John Smedley merino wool jumper - £225
Every guy deserves a good knit under the Christmas tree. We want ours to be John Smedley.
On Cloudrunner 2 sneaker - £140
If the goal is to run a 5K easily in Jan, these sneakers are going to help you on the way.
Autograph at Marks & Spencer wool blend fleece jacket - £65
The perfect jacket for the obligatory trip to the pub over Christmas.
Making the high street look very high end.
An iconic sneaker for 2024 in a lush and vivid colour for Christmas.
LAUNER Hatherton wash bag in caviar black - £1,350
The most beautiful wash bag, which can be personalised for an extra luxurious touch.
Charles Trywhitt leather touch screen gloves - £59.95
Refined, functional and stylish at the same time.
GROOMING & FRAGRANCE
Creed men’s 5-piece gift set - £210
There are gift sets, and then there is the Creed gift set. Surpass every expectation with the ultimate gift set, featuring Aventus, Silver Mountain Water, Green Irish Tweed, Millésime Impérial and Aventus Cologne. We cannot think of a single man that would not love to receive this gift.
Maison Margiela Replica Jazz Club - 30ml at END - £62
Formulated with heady notes of liquor, tobacco and leather, the Jazz Club Eau de Toilette from Maison Margiela REPLICA is inspired by a night spent in one of Brooklyn’s bustling jazz clubs.
The Nue Co Forest Lungs fragrance - £125
Inspired by concept of forest bathing, Forest Lungs uses patented olfactory technology to replicate molecular compounds produced in forests - Phytoncides. This sensory supplement is designed to support everyday stress reduction.
Ted’s Grooming Room gift cards - £30, £60, £90, £120, £150
Looking for a present for a male-figure in your life? Treat them to a gift card from Ted’s Grooming Room for their personal choice of treatment as a token of your appreciation for them. They can choose from hair and beard treatments, beard treatments and spruce-ups.
Czech & Speake luxury leather travel fragrance leather roll - £120
Four of the brand’s 10ml pocket-size seasonal scents contained in a crafted leather roll
Harry’s Plus Christmas Shave Set - £20
Includes a sleek metal handle, three German-engineered 5-blade cartridges, and Foaming Shave Gel for a rich, cushioned lather. Finished with a handy travel cover to keep every Christmas shave smooth, even on the move.
Marks & Spencer black suede eau de parfum - £22.50
Bright juniper and lemon open the scent with crisp freshness, balanced by a heart of labdanum, orange blossom and nutmeg for depth. It settles into a base of soft suede, cedarwood and patchouli, leaving an understated yet lasting impression.
WATCHES & JEWELLERY
Aries chain necklace with Roman coin pendant - £205
A flash of gold under the Christmas tree will brighten up even the grumpiest of guys on Christmas Day.
Victory Lip x Octobre Editions gold watch - £214
How incredibly rakish. You’ll be constantly checking your wrist on Christmas Day with this slick analogue display watch with leather bracelet
Casio Vintage AQ-230GA watch in gold at END - £59
Cause we all know that retro is the only trend worth paying any attention to at the moment.
Thomas Sabo 18k gold plated necklace with white zirconia stones - £165
Part of the brand new Elyndra collection, this stunning piece is the perfect amount of delicate daily sparkle.
TECH & GADGETS
Technogym connected dumbbells - £2,350
Surely the best gift you can give someone is the gift of bot having to leave the house to go to the gym. This adjustable dumbbell set and stand features 12 in 1 connected dumbbells with personalized load prescriptions tailored to your performance
Polaroid Flip Instant Camera - £179.99
The ultimate easy to use camera, and the perfect gift to help the allocated family photographer capture the magic of the day and the season.
HOME & INTERIORS
Alessi x Paul Smith 9093 stainless steel kettle - £150
This Alessi x Paul Smith kettle features a unique combination of colours which is exclusive to Paul Smith. Paul’s doodles are engraved into the lid of the kettle featuring birds and ‘Paul Smith’ in sky writing.
London Velvet tidy tray - £350
Meet your new essential for stylish at home organisation. The London Velvet Tidy Tray is meticulously handcrafted in-house, marrying luxurious calf leather with sumptuous suede into one sophisticated piece.
Marks & Spencer x Tom Kerridge stainless steel salt & pepper mills - £40
"Tactile yet robust, these salt and pepper grinders are the workhorse of any good kitchen." - Tom Kerridge. Add refinement to your cooking essentials with these salt and pepper mills from the M&S X Tom Kerridge collection.
Origin Coffee Christmas coffee duo set - £28.60
This Christmas Coffee gift set is perfect for gifting or exploration as you get to discover the nuances of flavour with this exceptional gift set set. Featuring Origin’s Christmas Blend and San Antonio Single Origin.
Fraym Studio begins with the 001. Designed to be the perfect "all-rounder", it’s been specifically designed to make every photo look its best. Just upload your photo and they will print it on gallery-grade paper, frame it, and deliver it to your door in a matter of days.
GRIND 2 Nespresso compatible coffee pod machine - £295
For the man who appreciates design and a perfect coffee, the Grind Two is where form meets function. Engineered for sustainability and ease, it brews barista-quality coffee with Grind’s home-compostable pods at the touch of a button.
AZOPHI Adhara rose candle - £80
If you are going to gift a candle, make it a really good one. This (in our view) is the epitome of refinement, elegance and good taste. More than candles, the brand creates sculptural rituals. Each piece is hand-poured in the UK, housed in unglazed porcelain vessels, and accompanied by a fragrance profile designed to echo the movement of light.
Dishoom heavy-duty brown canvas apron - £50
Dress in ‘kitchen best’. Finest, heavy-duty apron made to withstand all manner of cooking, grilling, barbecuing and spilling.
Our Place dream kitchen set - £1,005
Show the person you love that you really love them, with the Our Place dream kitchen set. It has literally all that you need for all of your cooking and hosting needs.
SPIRITS, WINE & FOOD
Babies can be rakish gents too! Give your child the best possible start with our Parent's Choice award-winning Play Gym. Designed to grow with your child from newborn to toddler, this play mat provides stage-based activities that engage them throughout their first year.
The Singleton 12 year old single malt scotch whisky - £29.99 at Amazon
A perfectly balanced Single Malt Whisky that envelops your palate with soft cooked apples, luscious brown sugar, creamy espresso coffee, and roasted nutty notes.
Gin lovers rejoice! Elegant and intense, Hepple Gin elevates classic cocktails to the next level with ease, with even its most delicate notes able to cut through big flavours from other mixers. Martinis, negronis, gin and tonics, and gimlets all stand out in the crowd
Grand Hamper: The Angela Hartnett Collection - £130
A full larder in a box. Angela’s Extra virgin olive oil, a mix of pastas (spaghetti & rigatoni), carnaroli rice, tinned tomatoes, Ortiz anchovies & tuna, gordal olives, panforte, torrone, nut mix, cantucci, and a tea towel. Also customisable by adding one of Angela’s Tuscan wines.
Moth party pack at Waitrose & Partners - £22
Eight delicious cocktails in one little black box – ready to drink at every kitchen disco and Christmas party
Newby Teas Earl Grey Oasis by Matthew Williamson - £35
Assam black tea leaves and infused with natural bergamot oil from Sicily. The addition of apricot pieces adds a fruity twist, making this a unique and invigorating tea.
Stocking Fillers & Under £100
Paul Smith hand painted glass bauble - £50
Painstakingly hand-painted on the inside, this 'Swirl' pattern glass bauble is presented in a black padded Paul Smith gift-box.
A very charming addition to any bag.
£45 for a pack of three very comfy and very stylish pants seems incredibly reasonable to us.
Hackett donegal check scarf - £90
A bold check scarf is the perfect accompaniment to a long wool overcoat.
Zak Brown - Seven Tenths of a Second at Amazon
The perfect Christmas gift for Formula 1 fans – an enthralling account from Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, tackling life and leadership in the high-stakes world of F1
Marks & Spencer 3 pack merino wool with cashmere socks - £28
We would not be happy if our stocking did not contain a pair of soft merino wool with cashmere socks.
Astrid & Miyu stacking tower - £50
What is party season without games night? Make sure you bring the most stylish games set possible (and a lovely bottle of wine) if you are invited to one.
Dishoom daalicious T-shirt - £35
Signature off-white comfy cotton ringer tee with brown trim in honour of Dishoom’s signature House Black Daal – a dish as rich, dark and deep as it is utterly, butterly daalicious. Suitable for everyday attire and nightly slumber.
Chelsea Peers long button up pyjama set in navy - £58
If you are going to take pics of you opening your gifts first thing in the morning, you should be dressed for the occasion.
Antler set of 4 packing cubes - £50
The perfect gift for the frequent traveler.