Men might be the hardest to shop for. You definitely want to get them something practical, something they will use and enjoy and avoid dropping to the level of socks, pajamas, and aftershave!
Here are several ideas of original, practical, and sustainable gifts for your beloved men this year.
1. Allegorie
Black Gala Bifold Wallet
You cannot go wrong with a classic wallet that easily fits into back and front pockets and can easily contain all the necessary plastic cards as well as cash and change. And what if this wallet is made of cruelty-free eco-leather made without petroleum-derived materials?
Allegorie is a brand that creates its accessories out of apple peels exclusively. The technology is somewhat similar to the manufacture of Pinatex – eco-leather made out of pineapples.
However, in this case, considering the vast use of apples in the food industry, it is also a tremendous contribution to the reduction of food waste worldwide!
2. Tentree
Mobius 35L Backpack
Going on a hike? A long day in the office? A business trip or a weekend getaway? Here is the perfect backpack for any occasion! This 35L backpack will securely contain a laptop and tablet, a change of clothes, a lunch box, and much more. Plus, it is made of water-resistant, durable material that is so easy to clean!
Tentree designs all its items in Canada and ethically manufactures them in Vietnam, providing full-time employment and fair wages for all its employees. Visit their website and learn about the Climate+ program that allows you and your family to become carbon-neutral and make an impact on Canadian’s forests preservation.
3. Mondaine
Classic Ocean Blue Watch
You cannot go wrong with gifting a Swiss watch! It is one of those classic gift ideas that will work even if we are talking about someone “who seems to have everything.”
And if the watch is sustainable and ethically made in a unique carbon-neutral factory, this gift is a perfect find! Mondaine manufactures all its items in entirely solar battery-powered shops and provides full employment and fair wages for all its employees.
Moreover, here you can find a wide range of variants, from luxurious items made of ethically sourced leather to entirely vegan options.
4. Verve Culture
Mezcal and Tequila Infusion Set
When it comes to real Tequila appreciators, the way you drink is as important as what you drink! This unique Tequila Infusion Set will help to enjoy your favorite drink with style.
Four jicara-tasting cups with wide mouths allow the alcohol to evaporate harmonically, while the unique large decanter made out of handblown glass allows you to experiment with flavors and create your own unique drinks to enjoy with friends and family.
Verve Culture is a female-owned family business that works exclusively with glassblowing artisans in Jalisco, Mexico. The company is entirely plastic-free and uses sustainable recycled glass, which is being removed from landfills in Mexico and the United States.
5. Zambeezi
Sweet Basil Soap Bar
This unique bar is more than just a piece of soap. It is a magic portal to the heart of Zambia, a step towards a conscious self-care routine.
Zambeezi is a brand created by a professional beekeeper who dedicated his life to bee rescue worldwide. Based in Zambia, Africa, Zambezi ethically creates its products out of natural beeswax using organic ingredients and working according to Fait Trade principles.
6. Finex
Cast Iron Cookware
Kiss the cook and give them the ultimate present – unique cast iron cookware that will turn any dish into a culinary masterpiece!
FINEX is a small business based in Portland that is owned and developed by dedicated craftspeople with decades of experience and passion towards high-quality, sustainable cookware that can be used for decades and even passed down generations.
Manufacture of most items takes over 12 hours and involves unique, low-impact, sustainable techniques that make each pot and frying pan a truly genuine example of American culinary tradition.
7. Conscious Step
Protect the Planet Socks Gift Box
Yes, we promised to suggest original gifts for Men, and socks may not seem like much at first glance. But take a look at those gift sets from a sustainable GOTS-certified brand Conscious Step!
Each pair is made is not only ethically made of all-natural organic materials but also donates to a chosen charity. On their website, you can find sock gift sets that are dedicated to environmental protection, Ocean and Arctic preservation, and even Socks that save Dogs!
8. Boody
Sustainable underwear
One more “traditional” men’s gift that becomes original, meaningful, and sustainable once you support the right brand.
Boody creates everyday essentials for the whole family out of one of the most sustainable, safe, and comfortable materials known today – bamboo viscose. Breathable and hypoallergic, it makes the garments you wear close to your skin comfy, soft, and incredibly durable.
The brand is PETA VEGAN approved, OEKO-TEX Certified, works according to Fair Trade principles, and keeps Carbon-neutral donating 10% of its annual profits to related funds.
9. Coyuchi
Organic Homeware
There is no better way to express your love and care for your beloved ones than helping them feel warm, cozy, and safe at home after a long stressful day.
Coyuchi is widely known as one of the best brands of sustainable clothing made of hypoallergic organic materials. Here you will find loungewear and wardrobe essentials for the whole family, ethically manufactured in India, Tanzania, Uganda, and Portugal.
10. Pact
Organic Clothing
Pact is a brand that proves that organic, sustainable fashion can be casual and affordable. Their t-shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, as well as socks and underwear, are made of GOTS-Certified ethically sourced organic cotton. All the items are easy-care, durable, and timeless.
Pact partners with Fair Trade USA, Global Organic Textile Standard, and SimpliZero, supporting the Planet and people who work with the brand.
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