Whether it’s Father’s Day, a birthday, Christmas or another occasion, buying eco friendly gifts for guys is easier than ever with our handy guide!
By Lora O’Brien
Whether it’s an anniversary, Father’s Day, Christmas, a birthday or other occasion, getting gifts for guys can be tricky. Ever-changing technology means those former ‘no-brainer’ gifts of CDs and DVDs are no longer an option. You know they’d love loads of luxury stuff (think: latest iPhone, new car, new bike, skiing trip to Gstaad…) but it’s way out of your budget.
So what to get for the guy in your life? Actually, it’s pretty easy.
The fact that most men hate to shop means they’ll often have a wardrobe packed with socks and undies full of holes, greying tee shirts that are over a decade old, and the same sneakers they wore in high school. Most guys also buy the cheapest (and nastiest) grooming products (meaning they often ‘borrow’ yours!).
In short, men need basics. But of course, when you’re giving gifts, basics should be the most luxurious options available, and since sustainable is the new luxury, whatever you’re giving should be green.
What Constitutes An Eco Friendly Present?
There are lots of kinds of presents that could be considered eco friendly, for different reasons.
For us, that would include, for example:
- Items made from organic or natural materials, like organic cotton or paper
- Gifts made from recycled or upcycled materials
- Presents that are not material goods (i.e. experiences)
- Edible gifts that come in recycled or recyclable packaging
- Donations to charities
Here, we’ve compiled what we think is a list of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for any occasion and for any man, be he your dad, brother, partner, boss or friend.
Cool, Eco Friendly Gifts For Guys
1. Grown Alchemist
Get your man to stop using cheap, chemical packed grooming products and buy him the good stuff!
Grown Alchemist makes seriously chic skincare using organic ingredients that have been specifically sourced for their antioxidant and vitamin potency. The brand caters to all areas of the body, from hand wash to skincare, and each product has been crafted t0 help skin renewal, which will improve skin texture, leaving your man looking great, which means he’ll feel great, too!
Price: Products range from $20-$100, but you can build a bundle which is great value!
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: A guy who likes to take care of himself
Eco tip: You can later buy creams and soaps in bulk and refill these beautiful dispensers.
2. Singi Organic Cotton Flannel Shirt
Give the gift of style with this classic organic shirt! The Scandinavian brand has given one of their most-loved styles an environmentally-friendly makeover using organic stretch-cotton to make it even more comfortable. It’s the perfect staple item for any winter wardrobe. It’s the perfect staple item for any winter wardrobe. Its traditional check and cut make it one of the best eco friendly gifts for guys of all ages.
Price: $70
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: The laid-back man who likes to keep it casual yet trendy. Looks great paired with sneakers.
Eco tip: Once this shirt has been worn to death, you can actually cut it into rags. Flannel cloth is a great material for cleaning!
3. An All Weather Puffer
Whether your guy is taking to the water or scaling new heights, these 100% recycled changing robes are the perfect gift this Father’s Day.
Engineered to excel, styled to inspire, and a first of its kind, Vivida’s All Weather Puffer is Dad’s changing robe ‘cocoon’ built entirely from post-consumer plastic bottles. With a quilted hood, honeycomb lining and hand warmer pockets, Dad will be protected from the elements, no matter the adventure.
Loved by superstars worldwide, Dad will join a long list of singers and actors styling their iconic Vivida changing robes. Ed Sheeran kept warm on set filming his chart topping music videos. And Adolescence star, Stephen Graham, loves his, for example!
Price: From around $325
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: Outdoorsy men, or those who just wanna lounge on the sofa, watching TV, staying super warm in winter!
4. Le Labo Pin 12 Scented Candle
Who doesn’t appreciate a gorgeously scented candle? And this one from Le Labo is crafted using a high concentration of essential oils, bringing a subtle fragrance into any home. Made from 100% soy wax with a cotton wick, the balancing scent of aromatic pine wood is made masculine by a hint of amber, and is the perfect blend to bestow a calming and balanced atmosphere when lit.
Also, the ‘crushed’ tin is super chic, and is the perfect accessory for any man cave.
Price: Around $70
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: The sensual, romantic man.
5. Phaidon Raw Paperback Book
Whether you know someone who already loves spending time in the kitchen, who wants to change their diet for the better, or who is hoping to cook more in the new year, this is one of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for them!
This is more than just a cookbook. It captures the passion for food chef Solla Eiríksdóttir, of the Gló restaurant in Iceland, ice. RAW is comprised of 75 easy-to-follow, ultra-healthy recipes that celebrate the joy of vegan eating.
Divided into five beautifully illustrated chapters, this hardcover book explains the benefits of a plant-based diet and has all the inspo anyone needs for creating tasty yet healthy breakfast, snacks, light lunches, main dishes and sweet treats. There are also tips for growing your own produce and making your own holiday gifts for the winter. Plus, it looks super chic, and would be a fabulous addition to any coffee table.
Price: $30
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: The health nut and/or foodie in your life.
6. Healthier Mornings
Over the past 20 years, sales of coffee have outdone sales of tea in the UK for the first time ever, and now it’s something of an obsession! There’s cold drip coffee, organic coffee, twice-pressed coffee, even nitrogen coffee. And we’re all lapping it up!
But there are issues with that. For example, if you have a Nespresso machine, those pods it uses (or that any brand uses, really) are totally not eco-friendly, and frankly….do you really want to be supporting a company that’s stealing the world’s water supplies for profit? And of course, there’s the fact that coffee is pretty bad for your nervous system if drunk frequently.
A much cooler, trendier and healthier option would be to go for this posh coffee substitute – like MUD/WTR. It tastes amazing, and delivers a shot of plant based goodness to your system thank to the presence of cordyceps, lion’s mane, chai spices, and other superfood ingredients.
The brand is currently offering a gift pack that includes a milk foamer so you can make the perfect latte – with 1/7th the caffeine!
Price: $40
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: The coffee loving, but health-concerned, hipster.
Eco tip: All the packaging is made from recycled materials and is also recyclable.
7. A Vegan Watch
If you’d like to give a gift that will make an impact on him for years, try a watch by Nordgreen. This is one of the most timeless (ha ha!) eco friendly gifts for guys.
Nordgreen’s pieces look equally elegant with a white work shirt and cufflinks, or paired with clusters of beachy friendship bracelets and a tee. You can mix and match the straps to suit your vibe and outfit. And the best part? This is one of those sustainable gifts for guys that really gives back! With each purchase, the brand gives back to one of three charities of your choice!
Price: From $185
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: The well dressed, elegant gent
8. 5-in-1 Tool Pen
Why buy five tools when you can buy one? This innovative pen features a screwdriver that’s perfect for fixing eye glasses or electronics, a capacitive touch stylus for smart devices, an integrated bubble level, a ruler, and of course, a pen with clip.
It’s a lot more useful and stylish than a disposable plastic Bic, and of course, the cartridge can be replaced when you run out of ink.
This is one of the most unique eco friendly gifts for guys!
Price: $26
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: Architects, engineers, property developers, and of course, nerds.
9. A Super Comfy Bathrobe
Give him the gift of comfort with a super comfy bathrobe!
This gorgeous dressing gown is sustainably made from cotton, and is created in certified factories. But that’s not all! Chelsea Peers, the brand behind the robe, uses only recycled packaging and has a carbon offsetting program to ensure they’re carbon neutral.
Price: Around $100
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: Pairing with another gift: a massage (by you!) or a long, leisurely bubble bath.
10. Upcyled Whisky Serving Bottle
Whether your guy is a foodie who loves being in the kitchen, or someone who just appreciates unique gifts, this serving bottle dish is such a fun gift. The whisky bottle has been upcycled into a stylish bottle platter and is every bit as functional as it is decorative.
Whether it’s used for serving snacks or for organising keys, this unique gift blends history with minimalist style.
Price: $35
One of the best eco friendly gifts for guys for: The guy who appreciates quirky things! Also a great gift if your guy likes to host friends
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While it looks like you were able to find some men’s lines. There aren’t that many good ones.I’ve been having an Eco Fashion Show every year for 6 years . I am the only one who has ever shown any men’s clothes in it . Most of my friend designers make women’s wear. Just go online anywhere and you see t shirt after t shirt it doesn’t tell if they are fair trade. My guess most are not.We have a long way to go. Hey, I shouldn’t mine There is little comp. for my line, but we need to change the way things are done in The fashion world. We need more great men’s clothes .
Designer Anna Herman
I love this clock!! I really do! It is so original!
Clock is the only jewels that a men can buy SO they really should get this one!
It is indeed original, Chloe, but I think you mean the watch? 😉 It’s by Bamboo Revolution, an eco-friendly company based in South Africa. Good choice!