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Winter’s coming and that means you’ll soon be seeing relatives you never knew you had while worrying about the cold, snow, and wind raging right outside your door. Clearly you’re going to need some warm, new gear, some gadgets to keep you entertained, and probably ways to carry around your preferred liquids of choice, too. Luckily, we’ve rounded up the 25 coolest winter accessories available right now. And, while you’re going to want to keep them all for yourself, they also make great gifts if you need to pick up a quick present for someone in the squad.
Neighborhood Pile Hound Gloves
Buy it for: $72
Good gloves are a winter must, but there’s no need to wear something basic. Instead, cop an affordable piece of Japanese exclusivity with these camouflage hunting gloves from Neighborhood.
Nixon Corporal SS Watch
Buy it for: $200
The simplest tools are the best tools. The same goes for style, which is why Nixon’s matte black Corporal SS watch will fit seamlessly into any wardrobe. A stainless steel case, 24 MM steel-link bracelet, and quartz movement ensure that it will stand up to anything while looking good for a long, long time.
Palace All Terrain Cap
Buy it for: $45
Winter puts the freeze on skateboarding across wide swaths of the country, but that doesn’t mean you have to abandon your beloved board until spring. Keep this in mind with the Palace Skateboards hunting cap. It looks cool and will keep your ears warm while you’re watching skate videos and dreaming of the sunny summer curbs to come.
COS Wool and Cashmere Scarf
Buy it for: $69
Thanks in part to Yeezus, soft, dusty palettes look particularly strong this season. You can get on board now with this wool-cashmere scarf from H&M’s high-end line, COS.
Strangeways Enamel Pin
Buy it for: $6
Tired of box logos, but can’t get enough Futura Bold? No problem. Just throw on this enamel pin that lets the world know you’re over it without even opening your mouth.
Off-White Omra Socks
Buy it for: $60
Virgil Abloh might be the most influential creative director in the world right now. While his Off-White line is flying off racks around the world, you can still get a piece of the action with these affordable, wearable socks. Trust us, no one in the squad will have cooler hosiery than this.
Areaware Torch Flashlight
Buy it for: $48
Everyone needs a flashlight, but no one needs the plastic junk you can buy at the hardware store. Instead, flip the script with this well-designed wooden flashlight that’s as much a source of illumination as it is an art object.
Kangaroo Mobile Desktop Computer
Buy it for: $99
People keep saying the future is now, and finally there’s proof. Kangaroo’s mobile desktop computer is the size of a smartphone but boasts all the processing power of a much larger model. Its Intel Atom X5-Z8500 fanless technology is silent and lets you use full Windows 10 on any iOS device, including your iPad.
Fisher Space Pen
Buy it for: $25
Everyone should have a decent pen. It’s one of the most authoritative accessories you can own. You think real ballers are signing their contracts with regular Bics? Nope. Thankfully, you don’t have to spend Montblanc money to get something dope. The Fisher Space pen was designed in the 1940s and sent to space with NASA’s Apollo astronauts, but its lacquered brass case looks great right here on earth. Plus, its pressurized ink cartridge allows you to write at any angle (including upside down) and withstands extreme temperatures with ease.
Sempli Monti-Taste Beer Glass Set
Buy it for: $100
Beer is the best, but occasionally it can seem a bit boring. Ensure that’s not the case at your house with this set of four artfully designed beer glasses from Sempli. Each one has a unique shape designed to bring out the best from your favorite IPA, pilsner, pint of lager, or bottled brew.
JBL Pulse 2
Buy it for: $199
If you’re hosting a wild holiday party you’re going to need two things: drinks and music. Ensure that the former doesn’t ruin the latter by investing in a splashproof wireless speaker that’s sure to keep playing “Hotline Bling” even after some girls you’ve never seen before spill champagne on it. The Bluetooth-connected speaker also features a series of built-in light displays that are sure to have you feeling lit (quite literally).
Kith Wooden Shoe Trees
Buy it for: $35
It’s time you got some shoe trees. Use them for your hard-bottoms, Chelsea boots, or even just your precious Jordans. They’ll help your shoes keep their shape, absorb moisture, and don’t come much cooler than this engraved set from the sneaker kings at Kith.
Martin Margiela Snow Globe
Buy it for: $280
Margiela is known for its unique take on mundane objects and this artistic snow globe is no exception. Its huge size (nine inches wide, 7 inches tall) and silver filling will have people wondering what it is, where you got it, and what kind of person owns such a strange, beautiful thing. And that’s what we all want, really.
Revisit Bronze iPhone 6 Case
Buy it for: $125
If you’re like most people, your iPhone is protected by nothing more than a flimsy rubber case, which isn’t really enough armor for something that basically contains, well, your entire life. Instead, opt for something more substantial like this brass iPhone case from Revisit.
Ray-Ban Round Metal Sunglasses
Buy it for: $150
If you snowboard or just drive often, you know that sunglasses are just as important during winter as they are in summer. Use this season as an opportunity to up your eyewear game with these round metal Ray-Bans that are equal parts classic and trippy in the best possible way.
Nixon Man Grooming Set
Buy it for: $40
Now’s the time to step it up and groom yourself like an adult. Getting a full grooming kit—including nail clippers, scissors, and a multi-tool—is a must, and there’s none better than this set from Nixon.
A.P.C. Scented Candle
Buy it for: $50
A fine scented candle is the fastest way to class up the crib in case you come up on an impromptu, unexpected Netflix and chill scenario.
Norse Projects Bastian 10 Wallet
Buy it for: $110
This wallet is simple and tough, but sophisticated. It’s just a fine piece of Spanish leather handcrafted into a beautiful neutral-toned tool that will chauffeur your money all around town without drawing undue attention.
Jason Markk Shoe Cleaning Wipes
Buy it for: $11
No need to tote that toothbrush around anymore. Now when your kicks get dirty in the wild, you can simply wipe them down with these quick-cleaning wipes. It’s the next level in shoe care.
Cabela’s + Icebreaker Merino Wool Boxer Briefs
Buy it for: $39.99
Merino wool is warm, soft, and luxurious, which is why it makes for the perfect winter boxer briefs. The fact that it’s naturally odor resistant is also a major plus.
Versace Medusa Ring
Buy it for: $275
Flossy incarnate, this medusa head Versace piece is the perfect way to have the wider world wondering if you’re actually in The Illuminati.
Ursa Major Fortifying Face Balm
Buy it for: $36
Winter isn’t just cold; it’s also dry, which is the perfect combo to strip your face of all its moisture. That calls for big help, which is exactly what Ursa Major’s fortifying face balm is.
Comme Des Garçons 2 Man Eau De Toilette
Buy it for: $75
Macho, chemically infused cologne just smells dated. These days men—and women—expect something earthier, subtler, and much more sophisticated. With hints of incense, white smoke, saffron, and rich mahogany, Comme Des Garçons 2 Man fits the bill and then some.
Men in Cities Travel Pack Set
Buy it for: $40
As a man of the world, you probably already travel, or at least hope to. Whether flying to Rome or just home for the holidays, this travel pack set will keep your clothes organized and helpfully doubles as a laundry bag, so you can keep your worn socks away from your fresh drawers.
Yeezy Season 1 Suede Backpack
Buy it for: $659
Because winter really is Yeezy season, and you or someone you love have been good and deserve it.