The Top 10 Loungewear Gifts For Him

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The Top 10 Loungewear Gifts For Him

Words by Mr Shane C Kurup

24 November 2021

Image by Mr Joe Mortell

If there’s one thing we’ve learnt from working at home, it’s that comfort is king, particularly if you’ve been doubled up over the kitchen table for the best part of two years. It’s little wonder, then, that while sales of suits have taken a hit, sweats have staked an increasingly large claim on our wardrobe space (it’s our business to know such things). Even though many of us are raring to pull on our glad rags this Christmas, the gift of comfort never goes out of style. We’ve put together a selection of the best loungewear to see the man in your life through those festive post-prandial dips with ease.

You can always trust Bottega Veneta to put a luxe spin on the seemingly ordinary – in this case, the humble dressing gown. The brand has incorporated its emblematic intrecciato weave into the plush terry towelling fabric, which is bound to make any man’s morning breakfast routine feel that little bit more refined.

Mr Tom Ford might have built his house on louche velvet tailoring and silk shirts, but he knows exactly how to translate that raffishness to the more relaxed elements of a wardrobe, too. These silk-satin pyjama trousers are a case in point – their glossy, fluid feel delivers on in terms of style and comfort. They’re just the thing a gent wants to be lounging around in on Christmas afternoon while quaffing a Negroni.

Mr Manolo Blahnik knows how to cobble together footwear with sex appeal. These buttery soft suede mules are a lavish and modern answer to the house shoe, so you can forget any pipe-and-slipper connotations.

It might seem peculiar to wear socks made of hemp, but there’s a good reason why Japanese brand Anonymous Ism has used the fibre. Not only does it offer a more cushioned feel underfoot than cotton, but it’s naturally antimicrobial, so it’s a win-win for hardworking feet.

Clogs? For winter? No, we’ve not lost the plot, especially when they’re as jazzy as this pair from slip-on kings, Yuketen. The uppers are made from soft suede printed with the sort of pattern you’d find on a bandana. Just wear them with a thick pair of socks and remember that spring is but a few months away.

Knowing that TEKLA’s organic-cotton robe is free from chemical nasties will only make if feel even more comfortable. The classic striped design, tactile feel and generous length are sure to move this piece to the top of his at-home staples list.

It’s said that if a man invests in anything, it should be his shoes and his bed, because if he’s not in one, he’s in the other. We’d say that extends to what he wears to catch 40 winks, too. These Hamilton and Hare pyjamas are cut from supremely soft brushed cotton-flannel, so their lucky wearer will be snug as a bug.

It might sound utterly indulgent to swan about in cashmere sweatpants, but as soon as he pulls on this pair by Kingsman, he won’t want to wear anything else. The fact they’re made from the silkiest of yarns lends some sophisticated charm to a sporty staple.

If you don’t have under-floor heating and are feeling the chill, Grenson’s Wainright slippers are just the ticket. Lined with warm, fuzzy shearling and with a sturdy but lightweight sole, they’ll keep toes toastie on frosty winter mornings.

SSAM takes its philosophy from the idea that small batch production and responsibly sourced luxury fibres are vital to making truly great clothes. In the case of this hoodie, it’s knitted from a plush recycled cotton-cashmere blend, which feels that little bit more snug due to its planet-first credentials. He’ll be wearing this one well beyond the confines of the gym.