Let’s face it, men are notoriously hard to buy Christmas gifts for. In a bid to lower the expectation on themselves, they’ll often say “I’m not fussed about presents this year”, or “there’s nothing I really need right now”. Calling their bluff, we tend to buy them boxer shorts, socks or a novelty apron year after year.
But if you’re lucky enough to have a man that’s into sports, there’s plenty out there.
Golf clothes
Get the look @ Function18: (Raspberry) Cross Punch Polo SS17 from £29.99 / TOP: Ted Baker Golf AW17 Armstrong Sweater (Mint) £95 / Ted Baker Golf AW17 Farway Polo (Coral) £79 / Mizuno SS17 from £26.99 / BOTTOM: Under Armour SS17 from £19.99 / Galvin Green AW17 from £59.95 / Ted Baker Golf AW17 Parway Zip (Grey) £119
Golf tends to be a bit of a marmite sport; you either love it, or hate it. But if you haven’t sat through the sheer excitement of a fourth day of a PGA Tour, you’re seriously missing out. There might not have been much movement on the leader-board all day, but play one bad hole in the back nine and things can change dramatically.
If you can’t muster any enthusiasm for the actual game, I guarantee you that the sight of physically fit men in tight-tailored golf wear will give you something to take home from the experience… present inspiration! *cough*.
Get the look @ Function18: TOP: Callaway SS17 Pablo Larrazabal from £17.99 / Adidas SS17 Nacho Elvira Rain Jacket £99.99 / BOTTOM: Mizuno SS17 Piquet Shirt now £23.99 / Mizuno SS17 JQ Shirt now £26.99 / (Featured) Galvin Green SS17 Avery Paclite Gore-Tex Jacket £239.95
Gone are the days of stuffy argyle sweaters, nowadays golf clothes are bang on trend. Men’s designer golf gear carries all the prestige your sporty fella insists upon, and it allows you to finally force a little colour into their wardrobe. What’s more, everything you see will transition perfectly from golf course to pub. Check out Function18 for all the gear from all the most respected brands including Adidas, Callaway, Galvin Green, Nike and Ted Baker Golf.
Get the look @ Function18: Mizuno AW17 Breathe Thermo £94.99 / Adidas SS17 Club 3-Stripes Sweater £47.99 / Peak Performance SS17 Octon Jacket £169
Sports memorabilia
PRE-FRAMED Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor Signed Darts Shirt £224.99 / PRE-FRAMED Gareth Bale Signed Real Madrid Shirt 2016-2017 - Number 11 £274.99 / Ian Botham Signed Cricket Bat Full Size Slazenger - Premium Framed £269.99
Whether he’s into football, boxing, snooker or cricket, he’s sure to appreciate some signed goodies from his sporting idol. No one is saying you should stalk Wayne Rooney with a bic biro in hand, just find a reputable dealer online (such as A1 Sporting Memorabilia) and browse through thousands of authenticated products.
Not only will you be giving him bragging rights with his pals, displayed correctly sporting memorabilia really does look the part. There’s also the added draw that your piece could go up in value significantly if your chosen sporting celebrity goes on to achieve something amazing in their field (or indeed gets arrested).
Just make sure you get a hologram certificate of authenticity if you’re planning on insuring your item.
PRE-FRAMED Conor McGregor Signed Glove - Everlast £319.99 / Ian Botham Signed Cricket Ball - White Slazenger £59.99 / Manny Pacquiao Signed Boxing Glove - Everlast Gold £199.99 / Dan Luger Signed Mini Rugby Ball £23.99 / Cristiano Ronaldo Signed Football Boot - White Nike £349.99 / Ben Stokes Signed Book - Firestarter £59.99
Experience days
The ultimate win, win, why not send your significant other for a sporty day out from Red Letter Days? Choose a supercar driving gift for the petrol head in your life, or a high octane indoor skydiving lesson, or even a James Bond-style power boating day on the Thames. Not only will it get their adrenaline pumping, it will also get them out of the house for a good 4-6 hours! Perfect!
There you have it! 3 perfect gift ideas for your sporty fella.
Happy Christmas guys!
