If you haven’t seen it already, this year’s Holiday theme is Made to Last. It’s all about holiday gift ideas that are made to last for the long run, not just the season. Gifts made the hard way. Or as we like to say, they don’t make ‘em like they used to. But we do.
Here’s a look at a few of the enduring handcrafted goods you’ll find in the Gift Guide. If you want to find a gift you can pass on to the next generation, look no further.
HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS FOR MEN
For a gift that will leave a lasting impression, consider one of our sport watches for him. Remember, he doesn’t have to go diving in the Marianas Trench to wear a dive watch. Every guy could use a waterproof timepiece in any season. Go with one that’s built so well, his kids will fight over it one day.
Whether it’s a Shinola Monster Automatic—built to withstand depths of 1,000 meters—or the ultra-refined Canfield Sport chronograph, a sport watch projects a definitive style.
For a sport watch that’s equally fit for field and stream, sea and surf, or a bike commute in the city, the Duck is surf-rated at 20ATM and built to be adventure-proof. Grab the Duck Gift Set, which comes with both stainless steel link and black rubber straps. With quick-release straps, he can go straight from duck-diving to dinner.
HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS FOR WOMEN
Jewelry is the most personal accessory there is. It can be sentimental, ornamental, empowering, fun…or all of the above. There’s a reason jewelry makes such a perfect heirloom. That is, if it can last that long. All that glitters isn’t always gold. But our jewelry and watches for her are built for the long haul, so get ready to introduce her to her new old favorite.
For the Michigander, never overlook the appeal of the Petsokey Stone. A gentleman wrote to us from L.A. to say that when he gifted his girlfriend, a Michigan native, our Petsokey Necklace, it made him look like “the most thoughtful son of a b**** on the planet.”
The only way to make personal more personal is to put a name on it. Engraving is available on bracelets, necklaces, and even earrings in the Shinola collection.
Show her you really know her and charm her.
HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS FOR YOUR HOME
This year in particular revealed that there’s no shortage of ways to make home more comfortable. Only a few of those ways will last year after year…until this year is more of a distant memory.
By then, the Shinola Hotel and Shinola Alpaca Throw Blankets will still be warming hands and feet by the fire. Monopoly will still take all night long. As it should. And the dominoes on the coffee table will still be a conversation starter.
See the full Gift Guide here.