The ultimate accessories gift guide
From geometric pocket squares to colourful socks, here’s how to buy for the person who has everything
Luca Faloni dark brown cashmere-lined leather gloves
For gloves that feel as good as they look, Italian knitwear specialists Luca Faloni should be your first port of call. This durable pair in versatile dark brown leather comes lined with super-silky 100 per cent cashmere to keep hands toasty even on the coldest of winter evenings.
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£155; lucafaloni.com
Turnbull & Asser Headlights black and white silk pocket square
From pared-back plain designs to eccentric patterns, whatever personality you're shopping for you are sure to find a pocket square to match at Turnbull & Asser. For the sartorially adventurous this suave geometric, monochrome number is guaranteed to please – outlandish enough to catch the eye but still able to be seamlessly paired with any number of outfits.
Burberry classic vintage check cashmere scarf
Eschew the latest trends and opt for a tried-and-tested classic that will be treasured for years to come. Few motifs are as iconic as the Burberry check, and this sumptuous cashmere scarf stays true to the famous design. Woven on traditional looms at a 200-year-old mill in the Scottish countryside, it is carefully brushed with teasels to ensure the softest of finishes.
£350; burberry.com
Bamford London billfold wallet
From watches to leather goods, Bamford London has made its name on taking high-end and traditional products and reinventing them with a modern edge. This wallet is no exception, made from embossed leather with discreet flashes of colour in bold, contemporary shades of blue, orange, red and green
£350; bamfordlondon.com
Paul Smith men's sock subscription
There's good reason why socks are a gifting cliche, with this subscription ensuring the lucky recipient's drawers are well stocked all year round. Arriving on their doorstep each month will be a pair of soft cotton socks decked out in Paul Smith's trademark whimsical and vibrant patterns that won't fail to raise a smile.
£160; paulsmith.com
Halcyon Days monogram cufflinks
Halcyon Days' expertise in enamelling means it's easy to add a personal touch to any number of items, with the brand regularly turning its hand to bespoke projects and commissions. These monogram cufflinks can be customised in a variety of ways, from the inscription to choice of materials and fonts.
£95; halcyondays.co.uk
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