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This Christmas, why not get your beloved something he’ll truly cherish? After all, the hysteria of the festive season often leads to panic buying and this, inevitably, leads to gifts that gather dust.
But not this year, oh no, this year How To Grow a Moustache is here with our take on some of the most impeccably tasteful, desirable and debonair items around. Whilst some of these choices are as gentrified as they come, others are a little more utilitarian and appeal to the bearded forest man that dwells deeps within us all. As such, the following items appeal to every budget and every gentleman, from the rough to the refined.
‘Tache Wax Organic Moustache Wax, $10.95
‘Tache Wax is a handmade, HTGAM-approved wax that provides day-long hold whilst conditioning your man’s artfully crafted soup strainer. This wax has been lovingly created using only the best organic ingredients, including organic beeswax, shea butter, argan oil and pure vitamin E. It’s also petrochemical free, making ‘Tache Wax an all-natural product that your mustachioed fellow will be proud to own.
It gets better, too. ‘Tache Wax is scented with Bay Rum, giving off a pleasantly perfumed finish to a superbly dressed moustache.
Leatherman’s Pocket-Sized Multi-Tool, $40
This Freestyle Knife/Tool Hybrid from Leatherman features everything you could possibly need in a multi-tool. With hard-wire cutters, a number of pliers, a locking blade and a 25 year warranty, this tool is ideal for outdoorsy types. If he already has a multi-tool, then a lockpicking set is a good alternative.
When you unfold it and use the pliers, you’ll understand that it’s been engineered correctly. After all, power isn’t a matter of size; it’s a matter of design expertise. At a mere five ounces, the Freestyle is of minimal weight, compact size and endless capabilities.
Gentleman’s Emporium Cravat, $10 – $50
At the Gentleman’s Emporium, you can purchase just about anything an old fashioned gent might possess, from top hats to tails. Although this site pitches itself more towards the Victorian/Edwardian hobbyist market, it features a number of excellent standalone items that’ll instantly add a debonair glow.
Like most men’s fashions of yesteryear, the cravat was of military origin. In the reign of Louis XIII of France, Croatian mercenaries were enlisted into a regiment supporting the King and Parisian’s became fascinated by the distinctive scarves knotted at the Croats’ necks. The cloths that were used ranged from coarse cloths to fine linens and silks, ultimately denoting social status. Eventually, the very way one tied their cravat came to have meaning, as this guide shows.
These days, they make a welcome change to the tie and allow a gentleman to dress for dinner whilst retaining his personal style. Alternatively, if cravats just aren’t your thing, pocket squares are equally agreeable.
Chester Jefferies Driving Gloves, $70 – $100
The name Jefferies was first recorded in English glovemaking in the 1820’s, making Chester Jefferies a direct descendant. The company originally specialized in hand-made gloves and records show that a man’s pair of gloves cost a mere 18p in today’s money. Presently, they’re around £42.50 ($70).
Our favourite is the Vincent, a stunningly classic car gauntlet that combines traditional design with hard-wearing practical materials. Although your man mightn’t own the classical car of his dreams just yet, these impeccable gloves will see him one step closer.
Debrett’s Guide for the Modern Gentleman, $23
Debrett’s presents the definitive guide for the modern man. Embracing work, home, time off, women, sport, food and travel, this is the ultimate, aspirational guide to contemporary and stylish 21st-century living.
Offering an assortment of information, from the fundamental to the arcane and quirky, Debrett’s Guide allows today’s man to confront challenges and opportunities with panache and respectability.
Founded in 1769, Debrett’s is a specialist publisher of historical proportions. These days, it’s the modern authority on all matters etiquette, taste and achievement, recognizing people of distinction and the finer things in life.
Gold-Dachs Moustache Comb/Brush, $21.95
Many a mustachioed gentleman will have discovered that most moustache combs do more harm than good. Often, the teeth of the comb are too close together and have quite the opposite effect of grooming – pulling the hairs out and ruining a carefully crafted facial arrangement.
Thankfully, not all combs are as crude. With decades of grooming expertise, Gold-Dachs have created a comb that is ideal for coarse facial hair and will slide through those wanton whiskers without damaging them. With two different comb choices, from a hard brush to a soft one, the Gold-Dachs moustache comb makes the perfect stocking filler.
Classic Leather Tool Bag, $162
Handcrafted in the English Countryside, this leather tool bag offers one of the most stylish ways to store and transport tools, this a great men’s work bag. Any car, be it classic or otherwise, should be fully equipped and this tool bag offers a sophisticated alternative to those ugly plastic boxes that pass for tool carriers these days. If you want to guarantee that, you can team your gift with a pot of this handy leather treatment. Made from top quality, thick saddle leather, this tool bag will set you back a pretty penny. However, the company assures us that “with proper care, this leather tool bag will last a life time.” Also, aside from this leather tool bag, why not try this leather messenger bag here!
Leisureguy’s Guide to Gourmet Shaving, $11.66
Is your man one of those unlucky fellows that has to shave every day just to keep a tidy appearance? It’s misery inducing for certain for those still not in the know of the benefits of Traditional Wet Shaving with a Safety Razor…like grandpa used.
Leisureguy’s Guide to GourmetShaving is a shaving grace to anyone needing a routine overhaul. By utilizing methods that would now be considered traditional, Leisureguy takes you on a gourmet grooming journey through the best products and processes. He is thorough and truly passionate about the subject, making this not only a practical read, but an enjoyable one too.
Emily Buchanan is gentlewoman with a penchant for all things antiquated. From art & design to literature, architecture and style, the past continues to delight her. After studying English Literature and absorbing the words of Wilde and Forster, Emily now writes herself and hopes to be a published author one day. Until then, follow her on Twitter.
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