boy gift guide
gift guide for ~ the interior boy, traveler, soft but edgy boy, and the homebody boy.
my 2025 holiday gift guide ~ enjoy.
occupation: junior designer (but really just films iphone content). vocabulary consists of the words “sourced” and “clients”. loves a wine bar. doom scrolls facebook marketplace.
Isamu Noguchi Coffee Table Book : receiving a signed edition of a book by the author/designer/artist is so special. keepsake.
Dries Van Noten Fragrance : the most beautiful perfume bottles. the fragrances themselves are so individual.
Ysl Suede Loafer : cannot go wrong with a loafer.
Apica Notebook : i have around 15 of these scattered through my apartment. perfect size notebook and the cover is so beautiful.
Loewe Cypress Candle : a candle that will double as a forever vessel. burns time is so long.
Akari Uf1-H Table Lamp : introduction to noguchi but not the basic round lantern that we have all seen.
Backgammon Board : perfect to have sitting on a coffee table, also easy to travel with.
Chimi 'Akira' Sunglasses : a modern classic. my fav sunglasses from this year.
Maison Ko Pebble Lighter : my favorite gift from this entire post. i use mine everyday and the design will never get old.
DeLonghi Espresso Machine : for the coffee lover.
Muji Pens Set : the only pens i use.
Silver Perfume Tray : perfect for next to bed, can be used for anything.
occupation: unknown. has access to every airport lounge. can take an iphone pic of a toilet and make it look good. doesn’t sleep or workout but has a perfect everything. music taste, unreal.
kindle paperwhite : for the avid reader. the only reading for that comes close to a book.
officine buly perfume : timeless scent, beautiful bottle.
zara trench coat : you can never go wrong with a zara trench coat. i still bring out the one i got while studying abroad, every year.
les tien black sweat pants : these are my favorite sweat pants i own. thats all.
cdlp underwear : a guy can always use new underwear. my go to everyday underwear.
rimowa cabin luggage : a good starting point for luxury luggage. get fun with a carry on color.
bower and wilkins headphones : thinking of upgrading to these from my apple headphones. they look so comfortable.
salomon sneaker : salomon makes my favorite sneakers, look cool but are the most comf. this design is so cool.
SK II face masks : best face masks.
hand sanitizer set : sleekest little hand sanitizers, they all smell like a spa.
olympus film camera : the stylus epic zoom is the easiest yet best 35mm camera i’ve used. so durable for travel.
anker power bank : everyone needs a portable charger. i get 4 full charges from this.
occupation, movement director. lights his celadon american spirits with a match. only drinks espresso, but secretly gets iced vanilla lattes. he’s sweet though.
Denim Jun Jacket : beautifully made, slimmer silhouette (would size up).
Louis Poulsen 160 Lamp : portable no cord, such a timeless design.
Massimo Dutti Tote : every man needs a tote. i would use this for gym or just everyday bag.
Tuxedo Cat : nothing a better than doing a craft between christmas and new years.
Beauty Papers Magazine : the most beautiful imagery for someone that doesn’t have time to read. doubles as coffee table decor.
Jil Sander Fragrance : 6 scents to choose from, all amazing. design + functionality.
Droplet Stone Necklace : jewelry is memorable. a fun not every day piece.
Random Identities Loafers : i saw these in paris and still think about them. can’t go wrong with loafer but these step it up.
Sangre De Fruta Sleep Spray : the best sleep spray. doubles as a face tonic.
Alessi Espresso Maker : no more $8 daily coffees, were making them at home in 2026. looks so beautiful sitting on stove
Hotel Chelsea Matchbox : look up on etsy or ebay ~ vintage ( persons favorite resturant or hotel matchbox.)
Snows Pond Boxers : everyone can use a pair of boxers, why not have them be a little playful. these peaking out of jeans, cute.
occupation: copy editor. loves to stay in, at home. has 2000+ movies logged in letterbox. smells like clean laundry. drinks 5 cups of tea a day but doesn’t make it his entire personalty. phone always on dnd.
zara pajamas : better than tekla’s pj’s in my opinion, light weight.
a24 coffee table book : person’s favorite A24 film, get them the screenplay coffee table book. entertaining but also beautiful.
matcha soft serve fragrance : this is the softest scent and is accurate to the name. great for a matcha lover.
fellow tea kettle : perfect design, you never realize how much you need hot water until you own an electric kettle.
liberty puzzle : i personally hate puzzles, but these are the most beautiful puzzles and every piece is different. could be framed after.
kashwere blanket : barefoot dreams blanket on steroids.
flamingo estate candle : one of my favorite candles from 2025.
mou slippers : love uggs but maybe something different.
therabody red light mask : perfect for skin care lover. something so fun about receiving something you can open and use that day. i love a gadget.
la mer lip balm : my favorite chapstick of all time. one jar lasts me 6+ months.
Liz Rowland Painted Mug : finding a personal ceramic mug that resonates with the person, how perfect.
cheers
xx
henry
Great list!!
I love these!