Holiday gifts that come out of the closet each December for the next decade are the best gifts! Not gadgets, not candles. Things are warm, good looking and used. For a partner (or a couple) a fur stole and shearling jacket are among the safer luxury ventures out there.
For her: A fox fur stole
A stole is much easier than a coat, there is no size involved to “get right. It gets worn more than you’d think if a woman’s party dress, a wedding guest suit or even a simple wool coat is in use on a cold day.
Why fox? As far as fur is concerned, Fox is full and soft, and looks best on the face, making it the most photogenic fur for weddings and holiday parties. The traditional option is silver fox. Shadow fox is softer and lighter. Red or cross fox is warmer in tone and looks great with camel and cream.
How to choose, without asking:
- Observe the coats that she already has. Silver fox is a good option if she has a lot of black and navy. If she wears camel and cream try red or shadow fox.
- Note if she is more of a dramatic or nonchalant type. A long stole is a statement and a shorter capelet is subtler.
- Try to find a stole with a concealed clip or hook. Does not move from place when dancing.
Compare colours and lengths of fox fur stoles & wraps, as well as capes in a fox fur stole collection.
A men’s shearling jacket for him
Shearling is the type of jacket that men wear until it is worn out; good shearling is very hard to wear out. It’s warm yet not fat, it can withstand a cold ride and it gets better as it ages.
Which style?
- Bomber: the safest bet. Casual and easy to wear over a hoodie or knit; flattering on most builds.
- Sharper, more fashion-conscious – bikers or moto. Great if he already has leather on him.
- Trucker/field jacket: casual and tough for weekends.
Without asking for size, look at the size label of his favourite winter jacket, not his shirts. Shearling is nearly unstretchable, and the wool lining occupies space, so when he’s a little undersized, size up. Most good stores will take back a size after the holidays.
There’s a dedicated men shearling jacket collection to browse for bombers, bikers or shearling or nappa finishes.
Presenting it well
- Do not fold the jacket in a box, hang on a wide wooden hanger. Shearling creases.
- Place the stole on a flat surface, covered with tissue paper. Don’t tightly fold or crush it in a small box.
- Place a small care note in the slot: Large hanger, let dry naturally, store in cold places during summer.
Why these gifts last.Why these gifts last.
The pieces are both crafted with natural materials, so they will age over time. A fur stole can be worn a few times a season, and last for many years. The longer a good shearling jacket is worn, the softer it becomes and the more personal. They are some of the most special luxury gifts that feel even better after 5 years than when they are opened.
