Every year when the time comes to buy for the men in my life I find myself filled with dread. Each year I want to get them something really special that shows how much I care. I get bored with the holiday gift guides I find that are filled with widgets they don't want, and the same old things that are on the lists every year. So this year we decided to put together a men's gift guide first. It seemed the more urgent need, since women are generally easier to shop for...
We were so excited when we started working on the guide and realized we had a lot of options for men, all unique gifts, hand crafted and made in Italy. These are only a few of the things we love so please explore our site to find even more amazing gift ideas. We hope you love our list as much as we do and that the men in your life do too!
Have fun shopping our ultimate holiday gift guide for men:
The twisted silver bracelet is one of our favorites, and a favorite on social and our site. This piece is designed by Lorenzo and made by him in his workshop in Tuscany. The silver is twisted into a sturdy and handsome bracelet with polished silver balls at each end. There is a contrast between the burnished darker silver in the twists of the bracelet and the polished silver. We love that it can be worn by a man or a woman (with matching earrings and ring to make a complete set!). The bracelet bends slightly so it can be adjusted to fit most wrist sizes.
This is a dream gift for me. I am in love with the beautiful details in this knife, the thin black line that joins the olive wood to the stainless steel blad, and the way the olive wood feels as you chop or slice. Having a knife of this quality really changes the experience of cooking. It elevates it to a whole new level of ease and joy.
Santoku in Japanese means three virtues. The Japanese Santoku knife is perfect for three things; cutting, slicing and chopping. The "Olive Wood Santoku Knife" has divets along the edge which help keep food from getting stuck to the blade. It is forged by hand from the finest steel and olive wood. You will appreciate the soft and elegant feel of the olive wood in your hand as you prep your favorite foods. The handle is cut to lay perfectly in the cook's hand with just the right weight balance.
Each knife comes packaged in its own handmade wood box, all you have to do is wrap it and it ready to give to that special someone! This knife is also available with an Ox Bone handle.
I love a leather messenger bag when I am going out exploring for the day. The leather Fortezza Crossbody bag is so perfect because it is great for a man or a woman, which means finally he can carry my stuff around town. This bag is perfect for the urban man who wants to look great while carrying everything he needs. Artfully created in Marche, Italy by hand in a small artisan workshop.
The perfect bag to explore the world, or for a day out. The Fortezza Leather Crossbody bag is both stylish and useful. In a deep brown leather with brass accents and an adjustable strap it is perfect for any use. This might be under our tree for a certain man in my life.
This Indian sculpture is one of the most expressive sculptures I have seen. The artisan, Rey, is an introspective and gentle man. Carefully he carved this Indian by hand in one of the hardest woods to carve The Indian is a true masterpiece. In each small detail one can feel the intimacy of the artist with the wood and the subject matter. The serenity of the Indian in reflected in his face, almost as if it is captured within the wood. Each feather and strand of hair is expertly carved to bring the Indian sculpture to life.
Cufflinks are such an amazing way to add a luxurious final touch to a dress shirt. They elevate a look and make a man stand out from the crowd. These Papy gold cufflinks take that one step further. Handmade in Sardinia, Italy using a technique which began with the Etruscans the cufflinks are truly unique.
These stunning and elegant cufflinks are made using the lost-wax casting technique. The fine detail of the filigree work would compliment anyone's look as they can be either modern or traditional. They also look great on a woman!
Each time I see this vase I am in awe of how unique it is and how masterfully it was carved. It is an exceptional piece of art for your home. The Ibuki Wood Vase is carved from a piece of found wood in the hills of Tuscany, just outside of Florence. Then with an experts hands Leonardo carved it into this stunning vase. There will never be another vase like this unique piece. Don't you think that makes an exceptional gift?
The "Natural Twists" vase takes its name from its most distinctive feature: the irregular spirals that form during the curing process. This elegant deformation, achieved by working with selected woods, this vase is carved from cherry wood.
Reward the athletic man in your life, or maybe motivate someone who keeps talking about working out, with these stunning Nubrio Marble Dumbbells. These beautiful marble dumbbells are perfect for a decoration in a home, office or gym then when the need arises to build a little muscle they are ready. Is there a more luxurious way to lift weights?
You can choose the color you think they would love the most-that is probably the most difficult part since each color of the Italian marble is absolutely stunning. I still can't decide which color I love the most.
When we start to offer pieces like this I wish I had a man in my life who wore jewelry so I could buy them this Silver Cross Ring. I watched Lorenzo make this ring and it was such a great experience to see this ring come to life, as he polished, hammered and manipulated the silver. (There is a video on our Instagram page that shows him making this ring). It is a stunning ring with a medieval flair, which can be sized to order. Lorenzo designs each piece of jewelry he sells, then he handmakes them in his workshop in Tuscany. He has a gentle and humble nature which hides his incredible talent and craftsmanship.
Each of these pieces can be shipped to your door for the holidays. But don't wait too long to order since they are each handmade some of them can take a few weeks to ship, so order now and then spend your holiday season relaxing knowing you are going to make someone's holiday a great one by giving them a unique gift from Italy. You will also be making the holidays special for each artisan who sells their work for Christmas, your purchase is not another number on a bottom line, it is supporting art, culture, and individuality and of course sustainability.
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