Persol · Men's Sunglasses
PO3330S Polarized Sunglasses
Straight off our JFK Jr. board. The fastest old-money upgrade there is.
$250–$500
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Men's sunglasses: the cheapest way to buy a jawline
Sunglasses are the highest-leverage accessory a man can own, because they are the only one that changes his face. They are also the easiest gift to get right, since there is no size, no fit chart and no seasonality.
One rule covers ninety percent of the decision: go against the face. Angular frames on a rounder face, softer frames on an angular one.
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The pair that works with everything
Black acetate in a rounded rectangular shape is the least try-hard frame made, and it suits more faces than any other.
Where they get worn
The collections where sunglasses do the most work — the Riviera, the golf course, the boat and the 90s references.
Orlebar Brown · Men's Swimwear
Bulldog Printed Swim Short
Tailored swim shorts. The reason European men look better at the pool.
$250–$500
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Ferragamo · Men's Shoes
Byte Gancini Driver Loafers
Fixes his shoe rotation in one move. No socks required, no sneakers allowed.
$500–$1,000
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Sperry · Men's Shoes
Gold Cup Prescott Boat Shoes
Boat shoes are back and the Gold Cup is the one worth owning.
$100–$250
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Creed · Men's Cologne & Fragrance
Aventus Eau de Parfum
The compliment magnet. If he owns one cologne, it should be this one.
$250–$500
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Polo Ralph Lauren · Men's Knitwear
Washable Cashmere Crewneck
Cashmere he cannot ruin in the laundry. Instant Ralph Lauren boyfriend.
$250–$500
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Sterling Pacific · Men's Luggage
40L Aluminium Cabin Case
Full aluminium carry-on. Dents become the point, not the problem.
$1,000+
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Lucchese · Men's Shoes
Franklin Western Boot
Real bootmaker, not costume Western. Wears with denim and with a suit.
$500–$1,000
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Sunglasses FAQ
What sunglasses suit my boyfriend's face?
Contrast the shape. A rounder face suits angular or rectangular frames; a square or angular face suits rounder ones. Frame width should roughly match the widest part of his face — the arms should not press into his temples.
Are polarised lenses worth it?
On water, snow and long drives, yes — they cut horizontal glare that ordinary tinted lenses do not touch. The one downside is that they can make some phone and dashboard screens hard to read.
What is the best all-round sunglasses gift?
Black or tortoise acetate in a classic rounded rectangle. It is season-proof, face-shape tolerant and works with a suit or swim shorts, which no sports wrap ever has.