Gifting is tough. We all want to surprise our loved ones with the most unique, thoughtful gifts; something they will cherish for a long time. But fresh ideas are hard to come by. Buying gifts for the men in your life can be even more frustrating, and not just because men are difficult to buy for. There are just way fewer options!
This festive season, we decided to help you celebrate by recommending responsible, conscious gifts for the men in your life. Gifts that are stylish and also good for the planet. Here are some mindful gifting ideas for him.
Eco-friendly belts and wallets
Where to buy: Studio Beej, FOReT, reCharkha, Aulive
What we love: The most popular materials are cork and upcycled plastic. Cork, a material obtained from the bark of a tree, the cork oak, is removed without harming the tree. Cork belts, wallets and card holders are much more eco-friendlier alternatives to the traditional leather options available in the market, can be easily maintained and are durable. Plus, Studio Beej offers stylish reversible belts, so you get two for the price of one. Another option is non-biodegradable plastics, upcycled and handwoven into wallets, which is a win-win for him and for the planet!
Organic shirts for him
Where to buy: Aslee, No Nasties, Lafaani
What we love: Made of organic cotton and new-age fabrics like hemp and bamboo, these T-shirts look great, feel great, and are safe for the skin, too. Hemp is UV-resistant and has antimicrobial as well as insulating properties, making the fabric cool in summer and warm in winter. What a buy!
Electronic cases for men
Where to buy: reCharkha, Aulive
What we love: With a variety of products, ranging from laptop and tablet sleeves to backpacks, there is plenty to choose from. But this time, ditch the leather for products made of cork, or handcrafted by tribal women using fabrics created from upcycled plastic. This will not only make his day, but of these women working from remote areas.
Planet-friendly activewear
Where to buy: Athlos Activewear, Proyog
What we love: Buying activewear can be quite tricky, while looking for planet-friendly products. However, there are brands that offer shorts, T-shirts and joggers, suited for gymming, hiking, biking, or even trekking, made from organic cotton, bamboo, eucalyptus, econyl and even tencel. With anti-odour finish and purposeful pockets, these are innovative and natural–a perfect planet-friendly gifting option for men.
Green yoga mats and accessories
Where to buy: reCharkha, Proyog, Shakti Warrior
What we love: With yoga fast emerging a hot favourite with men, too, a yoga mat and/or accessories are a great option to consider, while buying gifts for men. Eco-friendly yoga mats are actually the easiest to find, and have too many options as they can be made from jute, rubber, bamboo, hemp, cork or even recycled plastic. A tranquil gift for him, and for the planet.
