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href="/web/20161122103900/http://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/christmas-2015-best-grooming-gifts-for-men-male-jo-malone-diptyque-byredo-a6742276.html">10 best grooming gifts for men</a></li> </ul></div> </div> <p>Men are tricky to buy for, so the conventional wisdom goes. Opt for style and function in equal measure to ensure maximum brownie points; classic items with a contemporary, innovative edge are perfect presents.</p> <p><strong>1. Socks:</strong> £15, Jollies</p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4043586:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/24/14/jollies-socks.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="jollies-socks.jpg" title="jollies-socks.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4043586 --></div></div> <p>An old favourite with a charitable twist – for each of these dapper pairs bought, another is given to homelessness projects across the UK.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/https://www.jolliegoods.com/product/100005/the-no1" target="_blank"><strong>Buy now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>2. Branson Belt:</strong> £50, La Portegna</p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4043591:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/24/14/La-Portegna-Branson-Belt.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="La-Portegna-Branson-Belt.jpg" title="La-Portegna-Branson-Belt.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4043591 --></div></div> <p>This chic, buckle-less belt with leather clasp will ease jet-setters’ passage through airport security. Available in navy, olive, red or black.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://laportegna.com/products/copy-of-branson-full-navy-cotton-belt#.VlRrhNLhBhE" target="_blank"><strong>Buy now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>3. Paul slippers:</strong> £59.95, Fiitz </p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4043581:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/24/14/Fiitz-slippers.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="Fiitz-slippers.jpg" title="Fiitz-slippers.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4043581 --></div></div> <p>Beautifully soft Swedish sheepskin will bring some Nordic cosiness to his nights in.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://www.fiitz-store.com/products/paul" target="_blank"><strong>Buy now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>4. D R Harris Arlington shaving set:</strong> £59.95, Amazon </p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4043576:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/24/14/D-R-Harris-Arlington-Shavin.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="D-R-Harris-Arlington-Shavin.jpg" title="D-R-Harris-Arlington-Shavin.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4043576 --></div></div> <p>Every man dreams of a proper, old-school shave – help him ditch the canned foam with this elegant, refillable soap-bowl and brush set.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://www.amazon.co.uk/Harris-Arlington-Shaving-Bowl-Brush/dp/B007AKEEF0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1448373221&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=D+R+Harris+Arlington+shaving+set" target="_blank"><strong>Buy now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>5. Dents leather touchscreen gloves:</strong> £65, Selfridges </p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4043571:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/24/14/dents-touchscreen-Black.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="dents-touchscreen-Black.jpg" title="dents-touchscreen-Black.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4043571 --></div></div> <p>Tech-friendly accessories needn’t look teenage – these gloves are practical without sacrificing grown-up style.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/cat/dents-touchscreen-leather-gloves_642-10103-59202/?freeText=dents+leather+touchscreen+gloves&amp;msg=MSG_SEARCH_ONE_MATCHING_PRODUCT&amp;shouldCachePage=true" target="_blank"><strong>Buy now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>6. David briefcase:</strong> £134, Matt &amp; Nat </p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4043596:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/24/14/matt-and-nat-david-briefcas.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="matt-and-nat-david-briefcas.jpg" title="matt-and-nat-david-briefcas.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4043596 --></div></div> <p>A classic item in a sustainable but high-quality leather substitute is a luxurious – and bargain – option for eco warriors and vegans.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://mattandnat.com/shop/handbags/briefcases/david-black" target="_blank"><strong>Buy now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>7. Navy pea coat:</strong> £375, YMC </p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4043601:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/24/14/YMC-pea-coat.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="YMC-pea-coat.jpg" title="YMC-pea-coat.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4043601 --></div></div> <p>If he has been very, very good this year he might just deserve a big but sound investment in this beautifully-finished, classic style in a premium wool blend.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://www.youmustcreate.com/products/ymc-coats/double-breasted-overcoat/" target="_blank"><strong>Buy now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>8. Stan Smith Adidas trainers:</strong> £65, Stylebop</p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4043566:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/24/14/adidas_originals.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="adidas_originals.jpg" title="adidas_originals.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4043566 --></div></div> <p>Style-conscious guys young and old will appreciate these off-duty wardrobe staples.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://www.stylebop.com/gb/product_details.php?id=646750" target="_blank"><b>Buy now</b></a></p> <p><strong>9. Crew neck jumper:</strong> £34, Asos </p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4045746:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/25/10/lambswool-jumper.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="lambswool-jumper.jpg" title="lambswool-jumper.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4045746 --></div><div class="dnd-caption-wrapper"><br/></div></div> <p>Forget novelty Christmas patterns – this soft lambswool crew-neck in range of plain but lively shades is sure to be a year-round fave.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-lambswool-rich-crew-neck-jumper/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5355271&amp;clr=Green&amp;SearchQuery=asos+lambswool+crew+neck+jumper&amp;pgesize=36&amp;pge=0&amp;totalstyles=42&amp;gridsize=3&amp;gridrow=6&amp;gridcolumn=1" target="_blank"><strong>Buy now</strong></a></p> <p><strong>10. Cable knit scarf and hat: </strong>£15 and £10, Asos</p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-image"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><!-- scald=4045736:sdl_editor_representation --><div class="image"><img src="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900im_/https://static.independent.co.uk/s3fs-public/styles/story_medium/public/thumbnails/image/2015/11/25/10/asos-scarf.jpg" width="564" height="423" alt="asos-scarf.jpg" title="asos-scarf.jpg"/></div><!-- END scald=4045736 --></div></div> <p>Cold-weather knits are failsafe stocking fillers – opt for chunky knits in rich, earthy shades.</p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Scarf-In-Burgundy-Chunky-Cable/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5372123&amp;cid=6518&amp;Rf-400=53&amp;Rf989=6199&amp;sh=0&amp;pge=0&amp;pgesize=36&amp;sort=-1&amp;clr=Burgundy&amp;totalstyles=56&amp;gridsize=3" target="_blank"><strong>Buy the scarf now</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20161122103900/http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Cable-Bobble-Beanie-in-Camel/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5369331&amp;cid=6517&amp;sh=0&amp;pge=1&amp;pgesize=36&amp;sort=-1&amp;clr=Camel&amp;totalstyles=742&amp;gridsize=3" target="_blank"><strong>Buy the hat now</strong></a></p> <p><em><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333px; line-height: normal;">IndyBest product reviews are unbiased, independent advice you can trust. 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