Gift Guide

Christmas Gift Guide: The Future Gentleman

Whether he’s in the town or the country, he keeps his shoes clean, and yet still takes them off when he gets in. His manners are impeccable (in front of other parents, at least) and he has a natural swagger that girls love. He’s showing all the signs of becoming a perfect gentleman, so give him a helping hand…

PENELOPE CHILVERS BOOT,

When he steps out he doesn’t take any chances, he wants style and comfort and wouldn’t be seen dead in a pair of wellies. He knows these boots will go the distance.

£225 penelopechilvers.com

BIG JAMBOX JAWBONE

, Holed up in his room with friends, outside the tennis club or clogging up the kitchen on a Sunday morning, he’s never more than ten paces from his music.

£259.99 thegentlemansjournal.com

PLAYING CARDS

, Learning to hustle is a right of passage for any boy, so whether he’s hosting a poker night (no stripping, of course) or teaching magic tricks to awed siblings, it’s important to have the right accessories.

£50 selfridges.com

BACKGAMMON GAME PICKETT

, If he has good concentration and a competitive nature, engage him in strategic games from an early age. Future world leaders can practice strategy on this wood and leather Backgammon board.

£595 thegentlemansjournal.com

OMERSA MINI LEATHER RHINO

, Mini explorers can plan adventures from home, accompanied by a herd of beautiful leather Rhino’s. Great for make-believe and slick enough to take centre stage in the playroom.

£185 liberty.co.uk

GUARDSMAN KEY CHARM

Little Londoners will love this key charm, even though they aren’t latchkey kids.

£150 uk.burberry.com

PENNY BOARDS GOLD-TONED BOARD

Any young boy who can embrace gold is sure of himself. Reward confidence with this limited edition gold skateboard by Penny Boards – the last word in street cred.

£170 selfridges.com

TAN H6 BANG & OLUFSEN

, Sleek, stylish and with really great sound quality, these headphones will delight older boys who are always plugged in. Just don’t make the mistake of buying matching pairs for father and son. Banned, banned, banned.