12 Days of Christmas Day 10 - Gifts for Him (Design-Led, Useful Actually Cool)
Buying for the men in our lives can be deceptively hard.
You want something thoughtful, but not cheesy. Useful, but still special. Something that feels like him – whether he’s the early-morning coffee person, the Sunday-paper-on-the-sofa guy, the foodie, the planner, or the one who always has three projects on the go.
Day 10 of our 12 Days of Christmas is dedicated to Gifts for Him – think: design-led pieces he’ll actually use every day – smart bottles, wall hooks, clocks, journals, side rests and good salt – instead of another novelty mug that never leaves the cupboard.
For the next 24 hours, this Day 10 collection is 15% off. And because we love making December feel a little more fun, we’re also running an Instagram giveaway where you can win your choice of an in-stock item from today’s edit.
For the quietly organised one: design-led essentials
For the man who loves things streamlined and sorted (keys in one place, bedside tidy, desk clear), lean into pieces that make his everyday smoother without shouting for attention.
Umbra Estique Wall Organizer – Key Hook & Mail Holder with Shelf | White or Black – perforated metal bin plus timber knob hooks; perfect in an entry or garage so his keys, sunnies and post live in one stylish spot.
Umbra Sticks Multi Hook Wall Rack – 5 Flip-Down Hooks – sculptural wall art when the hooks are up, super practical when they’re down; ideal for caps, bags, jackets or dog leads.
Umbra Buddy Hooks – Set of 3 Wall Hooks or Umbra Buddy Over-the-Door Double Hook – Black / White – a bit playful without being childish; great for wardrobes, garages and sheds.
Made of Tomorrow FOLD Bedside Table – Minimalist Wall Shelf in White or Black – a floating bedside perch for book, phone, glasses and a glass of water; perfect in smaller rooms, bach bunkrooms, or as “his” side next to a bigger bed.
Umbra Conceal Book Shelf – Silver | Floating Invisible Wall Shelf by Umbra (Small or Large) – a very cool way to store his current stack of books or display favourite hardbacks in the office or bedroom.
For the lounge-lover or sports-night guy:
Arm Chair Side Rest – Oak or Black Sofa Tray with Suede Back – grips over the arm of the sofa to become a stable tray for drink, snacks, remote and phone. Once this is in place, he’ll wonder how he ever watched a game without it.
For the planner, thinker & journaler:
He might not call it “self-development”, but he definitely has a notes app full of ideas, a favourite podcast queue, or a list of things he wants to do next year.
From our For Him and Books / Planners + Journals edits:
The Five Minute Journal – Guided Daily Gratitude & Mindfulness Journal | Natural Linen Cover – a guided journal with simple prompts for gratitude, reflection and intention; a really approachable way into journaling that doesn’t feel woo.
Intelligent Change Productivity Planner – Undated 90-Day Focus Journal (Black or Beige) – structured pages for priorities, focus and reflection; ideal for business owners, side-hustlers or anyone who likes a good checklist.
A2 Monthly Wall Planner – Perpetual Calendar with Notes, To-Do & Intentions | 12 Tear-Off Pages – big, graphic monthly overview with space for appointments, projects and notes; perfect for an office, workshop or family command centre.
One Line a Day – 5-Year Memory Journal | Multiple Styles – a five-year memory journal where he can jot a single line each night; lovely for dads, new parents and milestone years.
101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think – Brianna Wiest – thought-provoking essays about mindset, growth and behaviour; if he likes podcasts and big ideas, this is a very good match.
Bundle idea: The Five Minute Journal, A2 Monthly Wall Planner and Weekly Desk Strip – Minimalist Horizontal Planner | 52 Tear-Off Pages as a “Design His Best Year Yet” set.
For the coffee, couch & clock guy
Some of the most-loved “for him” gifts are the ones that quietly join his daily rhythm: the clock he glances at every morning, the bottle he throws in his bag, the spice he reaches for every weekend.
From our For Him, Clocks, Kitchen and Pantry edits:
Karlsson Gummy Digital Alarm Clock – Soft Touch Rubberised Clock in Assorted Colours – a minimal digital alarm with a soft-touch finish; sits nicely on a bedside or desk and feels much nicer than a flashing plastic box.
Lofty Alarm Clock with Light by Karlsson – Black, White, Green or Grey | Silent + Light Button – clean, simple analogue design with light button; great if you want something quieter and more classic.
Karlsson Little Big Time Mini Wall Clock – Various Options – all hands, no numbers; a proper design moment in an office, man cave or living room without dominating the room.
Everyday-carry heroes:
A6 Memobottle – 375ml Slim Reusable Water Bottle
Slim Memobottle – 450ml Flat Reusable Water Bottle
A5 Memobottle – Slim 750ml Reusable Bottle for Bags & Work
A7 Memobottle – 180ml Pocket-Sized Reusable Water Bottle – all slim, flat bottles that slide into work bags, laptop sleeves or gloveboxes; they feel a little bit techy, a little bit design-y, and are incredibly practical.
For the foodie, barbecuer or “weekend-chef”:
Tasteology Herb Salt and Tasteology Chilli Salt – graphic labelled grinders that look good on the bench and taste even better on steak, eggs, roast veg and everything he throws on the barbecue.
Great Barrier Reef Rock Salt – another Tasteology staple that adds a subtle coastal nod to his cooking corner.
Bundle idea: A6 Memobottle, Karlsson Gummy Digital Alarm Clock, Tasteology Black Pepper and Great Barrier Reef Rock Salt as a “Daily Rhythm” gift set.
For the scent & style guy
If he’s into fragrance, grooming or just quietly appreciates smelling good (without a huge glass cologne bottle), our Perfume Oil Company edit is perfect.
SANTAL, Inspired by Santal 33 (Le Labo) – warm, woody, slightly smoky; an easy “signature scent” choice that feels premium without the department-store price tag.
Vice – Tobacco Vanille Inspired Perfume Oil – The Perfume Oil Company – spicy, cosy and a little bit decadent; gorgeous for evening or cooler months.
AFRIQUE, inspired by Bal d'Afrique (Byredo) – more vibrant and uplifting; a nice match for creative types or travellers.
These layer beautifully with woody home fragrance like Smith & Co. Tabac and Cedarwood or deeper Ecoya scents if you want to build a “scent story” for his bedroom, office or lounge.
For the outdoors, road-trip & bach weekends
For the man who’s always off to the beach, the bach or the sideline:
Coconut Sunscreen SPF 50+ – Broad Spectrum, Reef Safe & Water Resistant | We Are Feel Good Inc. – a good “throw in the bag” staple that smells like summer and wears well.
Ecoya Car Diffuser – Sleek New Design with Lotus Flower Fragrance Pod Included – a small, design-forward car diffuser that makes his car, ute or van feel a bit more like home.
Blue Light Filter Glasses – Frosted or Blue Light Filter Glasses – Tortoiseshell Frame | Stylish Anti-Glare Eyewear – helps take the strain off screens (perfect for gamers, late-night laptop work or long Netflix sessions).
Add a You Wonderful Man – Gift Tag and a handwritten note, and you’ve got something that feels specific to him, not just “generic male gift”.
