Buying for the men in your life can be tricky — do you go classic, practical, or something a little special? To make it easier, we’ve rounded up some thoughtful Christmas gift ideas for him, blending timeless jewellery with lifestyle picks he’ll actually love.
1. A Classic Sterling Silver Chain
Every man needs a chain he can wear day in, day out. Our sterling silver 5.5mm curb chain is a bestseller, hallmarked and exceptionally well made. A timeless gift for him that never dates.
👉 Shop our men’s sterling silver chains
2. A Personalised St Christopher Necklace
If you’re buying for your partner, nephew, son etc., our personalised St Christopher dog tag necklace is a meaningful choice. It's bold, stylish and beautifully crafted, and we can engrave the reverse with your own message. A personalised touch always makes a Christmas gift feel unique and extra-special.
👉 Shop our St Christopher pendant necklaces here
3. A Whisky Tasting Gift Set
For the whisky aficionado who loves exploration, The Whisky Exchange’s “Perfect Measure” samples collection is a standout Christmas pressie. This gift set features multiple 30ml tasters of premium whiskies, letting him journey through flavour, age, and region without committing to full bottles. It comes beautifully packaged, complete with tasting mats and detailed tasting notes — perfect for savouring flavour and discovering new favourites. With The Whisky Exchange’s sterling reputation (rated 4.8 / 5 by over 45,000 customers), this makes a thoughtful and reliable gift.
👉 Explore the sample sets here
4. An Experience Day He’ll Remember
Instead of another gadget gathering dust, gift him an experience for Christmas — from driving a supercar, going on a stadium tour of his favourite footy club, or learning how to cook over fire. Virgin Experience Days have plenty to choose from.
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5. A Classic Men's Silver Bracelet or Bangle
We stock a fabulous range of men's silver bracelets in a selection of chain styles from curb, cuban, figaro, box, snake and more. Most gents suit an 8.5 inch bracelet, but for those with a more slender wrist drop down to 8-inch, and those with a wider wrist hop up to 9-inch. We also stock solid and striking silver bangles and these remain some of our best sellers for Christmas gifting.
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6. Grooming Gifts He’ll Actually Use
From premium shaving sets to skincare kits, John Lewis carry high-quality men’s grooming ranges that make perfect stocking fillers.
👉 Shop men's grooming sets at John Lewis
7. Leather Accessories
Think wallets, belts or a weekend bag — Etsy UK is a goldmine for handcrafted leather goods. And for the non-meat eaters, vegan leather goods too. A great complement to a piece of silver jewellery at Christmas time. As many goods on Etsy are handmade to order, we recommend shopping early to avoid disappointment.
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Final Thoughts
Jewellery makes a perfect gift for him, but pairing it with a favourite whisky, a new wallet, or even an experience day shows real thought. Whether you keep it classic with a piece of jewellery or add something else to complement it, this Christmas is about giving him a gift that lasts.