Christmas Gifts: Top Presents for Top Dads This Holiday

This one’s for you, Papas!

Why are papas notoriously hard to buy for? Most dads will tell you that they don’t need anything and by that they usually mean “Don’t buy me another pair of socks or a tie this year.” Trying to surprise the dad in your family can be somewhat troublesome! This year, we’ve scoured the market for gifts that will speak to the men and dads in your life. We’ve got something for the dad who loves a good pamper sesh, the suave papa who’s a fan of grooming and luxurious cologne, and of course the vino and coffee connoisseurs. Happy shopping, mamas!

We know how hard papas work and often times, those long hours at the office can leave them sore with aches and pains. Why not give them the gift of some good ol’ R&R?

Located in the convenient Central area, Glow Spa is an oasis away from the busy streets of Hong Kong. Upon walking in you’re greeted with friendly faces that will instantly transport you to the land of zen. With a series of appropriate beauty treatments for men, dads can really enjoy a good pamper sesh in a modern and relaxing environment.

There’s a range of treatments to choose from; dads can go for a Gentleman’s mani/pedi, a blow-dry and hair styling treatment or scalp and massage treatment, to name a few. If they’re not sure what they want, there are therapists on hand for consultations on what product works best for the varying skin types. We’re big fans of Aromatherapy Associate London Range for men. There’s something for each dad – even a special Christmas offer for mens laser hair removal (perhaps more of a cheeky gift for you than him!).

glowspa.hk

What time is it? Time to get a new watch for papa this year and by new watch we mean a smartwatch he can wear everyday! We love the Skagen hybrid smartwatches for their effortless, minimalistic look, and flawless leather finish.

Telling the time is a function you’ll take for granted with all the other cool tools on offer… These watches are compatible with iPhone and Androids (for music and photo taking), can track your activity, monitor your sleep AND send you direct notifications! Practical and functional, we’re definitely fans.

WSI – 3/F, Causeway Bay SOGO; 2831 8478
time + style – LCX, 3/F,  Ocean Terminal, Harbour City; 3188 1319
time +style – 1/F, Tsim Sha Tsui SOGO; 3911 1924
Available online at www.zalora.com.hk/skagen-shop.

For whisky and chocolate loving fathers, you can’t go wrong with Johnnie Walker Blue Label’s limited edition whisky and chocolate appreciation gift set. The leading luxury blended Scotch whisky has partnered with one of the world’s finest luxury hotels, The Peninsula, to create a limited edition gift set, which includes a bottle of 75 cl Johnnie Walker Blue Label that has been perfectly paired with The Peninsula’s award-winning, handmade artisanal chocolates. Here’s hoping he shares!

The Johnnie Walker Blue Label chocolate discovery gift set is available at The Peninsula Boutique and selected specialised retail stores and is priced from HK$2,180.

The Peninsula, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong; 2926 2888

Spoil your dad with a new scent this season. Acqua di Parma introduces its iconic yellow hat box that contains a trio of treats including the Colonia’s Eau de Cologne – 100ml, Bath & Shower Gel and Colonia Body Cream – 75ml tubes. The fresh, citrusy notes of a fragrance which is the perfect expression of Italian style, has been favoured by men for decades and will sure to be a hit with him at home.

Available at Lane Crawford, Times Square and retails at HK$1,345.

Time Square Lane Crawford, 1 Matheson Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong; 2328 5770

Whether the man in your life has been naughty or nice, Selvedge Grooming wants to make sure he is looking his best. Retailing at HK$650, the Selvedge Grooming festive gift set comes with an extra bonus treat, a limited Stainless steel Balisong Comb, along with the brand’s bestsellers – Cleanse & Shave Dual action face wash, Hydrate & Protect multipurpose moisturiser and Grooming Wax.

Selvedge Grooming is available at Harvey Nichols, Central.

Harvey Nichols, The Landmark, 15 Queen’s Rd, Central, Hong Kong

This distinctively macho candle from Tom Dixon not only looks good, it smells incredible too. From the product designer’s Scent Materialism candle collection, Alloy is sharp, clean and light, with the metal and the scent sharing common core characteristics. A rough cast container with machined edges encloses the precious wax.

Retailing at HK$850 and available at Lane Crawford.

Available online at www.tomdixon.net

Artisanal clothiers, The Armoury is a mecca for men. Offering everything from tailored suits to pocket squares and ties with a twist; The Armoury in The Landmark Men is a great spot if you are stuck for gift ideas.

These 1997 Commemorative Ten Cent Coin Cufflinks feature a traditional Chinese junk sailing boat on its front and the Bauhinia flower, the new symbol of Hong Kong, on its back. The coin is nickel brass, the swivel backing is copper, and the entire cufflink is plated in 18k gold to match the color of a newly minted coin. Retailing at around HK$700 (US$90) these are a gold!

The Armoury, Landmark, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, available online at www.thearmoury.com

Conjuring up three brews, Alessi puts its twist on the traditional coffee pot with the Pulcina. It’s both pretty and practical as the Pulcina automatically stops filtering the coffee just at the right moment, avoiding any bitter after taste from over filtering. Even the unskilled chef can’t go wrong with brewing his own cup of joe!

The Pulcina coffee pot retails at HK$950 and is available at Alessi, Prince’s Building, Central.

Prince’s Building, 6-14 Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong

iFavine iSommelier Pro Smart Decanter is the first decanter to use revolutionary technology that reinvents the decanting experience to enhance the flavours and aromas of the wine in just a few minutes.

iSommelier Pro softens the tannins and transports the wine to a stage of maturity that would otherwise require years of cellaring. Priced at HK$12,950, the iFavine Sommelier Pro

Smart Decanter is available at Town House, 10 Chater Road, Prince’s Building, Central.

Prince’s Building, 6-14 Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong

For the traditionalist, then Riedel has the answer. Introducing the Ayan, a decanter with a duel function, allowing the wine to aerate both when it is poured into and from the decanter; significantly reducing the time needed to “open up” the wine. The gurgling sound produced when wine poured into and from the decanter illustrates the intensity of the oxygenisation process.

Priced at HK$3,320, the Riedel Ayan decanter is available at Town House, 10 Chater Road, Prince’s Building, Central.

Prince’s Building, 6-14 Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong