Here’s What Jeff Goldblum, Offset, Thom Browne, and 27 More Tastemakers Want for the Holidays
StyleFrom bejeweled Chanel earbuds to portable ice baths, we’ve got all the next-level gift ideas your wishlist is missing.By Yang-Yi GohPhotography by Bowen FernieDecember 10, 2024Save this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.SAINT LAURENT TUXEDO“Buy me Anthony Vaccarello’s rippling riff on Saint Laurent’s house-specialty tuxedo,” says GQ senior commerce editor Avidan Grossman, “and I promise to show up to your holiday party—and pretend I’m excited to be there.” Sounds like a deal to us (jacket, $3,690, pants, $1,850).VINTAGE CARTIER TANKThom Browne: Blaine Davis/Courtesy of Thom BrowneThom Browne is the king of uniform dressing and, as far as he’s concerned, his trademark gray suits only feel “complete with a simple vintage Cartier watch” ($10,200).MADRE ESPADIN Y CUISHE MEZCALThe Dare: Richard Kern/courtesy of The Dare.As the DJ and musician at the heart of New York’s indie-sleaze revival, The Dare picks up a bottle of this sweet and smoky mezcal whenever he’s in need of a last-minute present. “Literally can’t lose with this gift,” he says ($20 for 200 ml).THE MARATHON CLOTHING CRENSHAW HOODIEFrances Tiafoe: Elsa Garrison/courtesy of Frances Tiafoe.Tennis ace Frances Tiafoe’s favorite rapper? “I’m a huge Nipsey Hussle fan,” he says. To celebrate the late West Coast legend, Tiafoe has been rocking this hoodie from his LA streetwear label ($200).COMMISSION MIDTOWN TOTEGQ visuals editor Bowen Fernie says this enormous, painterly leather tote is perfect “for people like me, who like to carry around a little too much stuff at all times” ($1,425).THE ROW BRUNO SWEATER“This is the cozy sweater of the season,” declares Anthony O’Baner Jr., GQ’s executive assistant to the global editorial director, of this toasty cashmere layer. “Seriously, it’s the only one I’m after” ($3,490).RIMOWA ORIGINAL OPTICAL CABINRimowa’s hard-wearing luggage “will take you anywhere in style,” says GQ’s global fashion director Miles Pope, especially this trippy new spin with off-kilter aluminum ribbing ($2,050).ALLIGATOR JESUS DIAMOND GRILLZTyla: Alvaro Beamud Cortes/Courtesy of Epic Records.“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” South African pop star Tyla reminds us. Especially when they’re splashed across a righteous set of custom grills ($37,800).STETSON EL PRESIDENTE COWBOY HATOrville Peck: Ben Prince/courtesy of Warner Records.Country renegade Orville Peck knows his way around a good cowboy hat. Crafted from fine fur felt with a 10-karat gold buckle set, this stone-cold classic Stetson is his “all-time favorite” ($1,450).LOEWE TERRA VULCA LACE-UP SNEAKERS IN SUEDEGQ’s global design director Keir Novesky is generally more of a Converse guy, he says, but “these lilac Loewe kicks might make me change my tune” ($790).MARTINE ROSE REVERSE SPORTS JACKETOffset: Courtesy of Motown Records.“I’m just infatuated with Martine Rose,” says Offset. This techy, sculptural jacket makes it easy to see why. “It keeps the streetwear feel to it, but it’s also super-luxury” ($1,510).PRADA TOTE“I’ve been thinking about this weirdly simple (and simply weird) Prada bag since it first hit the runway in January,” Samuel Hine, GQ’s senior fashion writer, says of this smooth suede tote ($6,900).DAVID YURMAN SCULPTED CABLE FLEX BRACELETLeon Bridges: Jack Bool/Courtesy of Columbia Records.If your fit is in need of a little extra oomph, Leon Bridges recommends this showstopping diamond bracelet. “It’s simple yet elevates any look,” the Grammy winner tells us ($15,500).GUCCI GINGHAM JACKETWhy does GQ fashion editor Brandon Tan love this jacket so much? “Casual and cool,” he states. “Need I say more?” ($3,100).THE ICE POD PORTABLE ICE BATHJelly Roll: Eric Ryan Anderson/Courtesy of Jelly Roll.After a big show, there’s only one place you’ll find Jelly Roll: taking a plunge in this road-ready ice bath. “I do one every day, especially on tour,” he says. “It’s been a life-changing addition to my routine” ($99).TAG HEUER CONNECTED CALIBRE E4 45 MMKwame Onwuachi: Storm Santos/Courtesy of Kwame Onwuachi.On the golf course, Kwame Onwuachi—the James Beard–winning chef behind NYC’s Tatiana—sports this handsome steel smartwatch for reasons both practical…and not. “It keeps track of your distances,” he says, “but you can also digitally change the face to match your outfit” ($1,600).NEW BALANCE X MIU MIU 530 MULES“I’ve never really been a fashion-sneaker person,” admits GQ visuals director Stephanie Tran. “But a fashion-sneaker mule? Size 37, please” ($1,170).OUD SATIN MOOD BY MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN PARISStefon Diggs: Kelvin Ayala/Courtesy of Stefon Diggs.“I love to smell good,” says Houston Texans star Stefon Diggs. He keeps an all-star roster of scents on his dresser, and this woody fragrance—infused with notes of violet and amber—is a reliable staple ($315 for 2.4 fl. oz.).PHIPPS FLEECE JACKETJoel Pavelski, GQ’s global director of content strategy, has a challenge for yo
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.
SAINT LAURENT TUXEDO
“Buy me Anthony Vaccarello’s rippling riff on Saint Laurent’s house-specialty tuxedo,” says GQ senior commerce editor Avidan Grossman, “and I promise to show up to your holiday party—and pretend I’m excited to be there.” Sounds like a deal to us (jacket, $3,690, pants, $1,850).
VINTAGE CARTIER TANK
Thom Browne is the king of uniform dressing and, as far as he’s concerned, his trademark gray suits only feel “complete with a simple vintage Cartier watch” ($10,200).
MADRE ESPADIN Y CUISHE MEZCAL
As the DJ and musician at the heart of New York’s indie-sleaze revival, The Dare picks up a bottle of this sweet and smoky mezcal whenever he’s in need of a last-minute present. “Literally can’t lose with this gift,” he says ($20 for 200 ml).
THE MARATHON CLOTHING CRENSHAW HOODIE
Tennis ace Frances Tiafoe’s favorite rapper? “I’m a huge Nipsey Hussle fan,” he says. To celebrate the late West Coast legend, Tiafoe has been rocking this hoodie from his LA streetwear label ($200).
COMMISSION MIDTOWN TOTE
GQ visuals editor Bowen Fernie says this enormous, painterly leather tote is perfect “for people like me, who like to carry around a little too much stuff at all times” ($1,425).
THE ROW BRUNO SWEATER
“This is the cozy sweater of the season,” declares Anthony O’Baner Jr., GQ’s executive assistant to the global editorial director, of this toasty cashmere layer. “Seriously, it’s the only one I’m after” ($3,490).
RIMOWA ORIGINAL OPTICAL CABIN
Rimowa’s hard-wearing luggage “will take you anywhere in style,” says GQ’s global fashion director Miles Pope, especially this trippy new spin with off-kilter aluminum ribbing ($2,050).
ALLIGATOR JESUS DIAMOND GRILLZ
“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” South African pop star Tyla reminds us. Especially when they’re splashed across a righteous set of custom grills ($37,800).
STETSON EL PRESIDENTE COWBOY HAT
Country renegade Orville Peck knows his way around a good cowboy hat. Crafted from fine fur felt with a 10-karat gold buckle set, this stone-cold classic Stetson is his “all-time favorite” ($1,450).
LOEWE TERRA VULCA LACE-UP SNEAKERS IN SUEDE
GQ’s global design director Keir Novesky is generally more of a Converse guy, he says, but “these lilac Loewe kicks might make me change my tune” ($790).
MARTINE ROSE REVERSE SPORTS JACKET
“I’m just infatuated with Martine Rose,” says Offset. This techy, sculptural jacket makes it easy to see why. “It keeps the streetwear feel to it, but it’s also super-luxury” ($1,510).
PRADA TOTE
“I’ve been thinking about this weirdly simple (and simply weird) Prada bag since it first hit the runway in January,” Samuel Hine, GQ’s senior fashion writer, says of this smooth suede tote ($6,900).
DAVID YURMAN SCULPTED CABLE FLEX BRACELET
If your fit is in need of a little extra oomph, Leon Bridges recommends this showstopping diamond bracelet. “It’s simple yet elevates any look,” the Grammy winner tells us ($15,500).
GUCCI GINGHAM JACKET
Why does GQ fashion editor Brandon Tan love this jacket so much? “Casual and cool,” he states. “Need I say more?” ($3,100).
THE ICE POD PORTABLE ICE BATH
After a big show, there’s only one place you’ll find Jelly Roll: taking a plunge in this road-ready ice bath. “I do one every day, especially on tour,” he says. “It’s been a life-changing addition to my routine” ($99).
TAG HEUER CONNECTED CALIBRE E4 45 MM
On the golf course, Kwame Onwuachi—the James Beard–winning chef behind NYC’s Tatiana—sports this handsome steel smartwatch for reasons both practical…and not. “It keeps track of your distances,” he says, “but you can also digitally change the face to match your outfit” ($1,600).
NEW BALANCE X MIU MIU 530 MULES
“I’ve never really been a fashion-sneaker person,” admits GQ visuals director Stephanie Tran. “But a fashion-sneaker mule? Size 37, please” ($1,170).
OUD SATIN MOOD BY MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN PARIS
“I love to smell good,” says Houston Texans star Stefon Diggs. He keeps an all-star roster of scents on his dresser, and this woody fragrance—infused with notes of violet and amber—is a reliable staple ($315 for 2.4 fl. oz.).
PHIPPS FLEECE JACKET
Joel Pavelski, GQ’s global director of content strategy, has a challenge for you. “Try to tell me you wouldn’t be wearing this fleece every day of Christmas vacation. You can’t!” he says ($875).
FENDI SIMPLY FENDI MINI LEATHER BAG
GQ global entertainment director Dana Mathews has big plans for this purse. “It’s a cute statement clutch for our next GQ event or an opening night at the theater,” she says ($1,850).
CHANEL PREMIÈRE SOUND WATCH
If you give GQ fashion editor Haley Gilbreath a call after the holidays, chances are she’ll pick up via these chic wired headphones that “got the full Chanel makeover” ($14,700).
KENZO REVERSIBLE SHEARLING BLOUSON IN LAMBSKIN LEATHER
When the weather takes a turn for the worst this winter, GQ’s global video programming and strategy director Leo Fernandez will be sitting pretty in this bold and brawny bomber. “It’s the kind of gift that makes you excited for colder days,” he says, “just so you can show it off” ($3,930).
FRANK: THE VOICE AND SINATRA: THE CHAIRMAN BY JAMES KAPLAN
Got a dad who loves to read on your list? Jeff Goldblum has just the thing. “I’m devouring every tidbit in these comprehensively detailed volumes about Mr. Sinatra,” he says. “The cool, the brilliantly gifted, the volatile, and complicated” ($25, and, not shown, $20).
CAY SKIN ISLE INVISIBLE SUNSTICK SPF 35
Years of outdoor training have taught Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma the importance of protecting his skin. He keeps this roll-on sunscreen handy at all times, he says, to help him “feel confident and fresh” ($20).
WALES BONNER HOWARD CONTRAST TRIM SWEATSHIRT
“No one does academia like Wales Bonner,” says Heven Haile, GQ’s editorial operations assistant. On the evidence of this rakish Howard pullover, we’d tend to agree ($603).
HERMÈS GULLIVER KELLY RETOURNÉ 35
Upon moving back to New York a few years ago, interior designer Jeremiah Brent began collecting iconic vintage bags to tote around town. “I don’t think there’s anything chicer than worn-in leather,” he says ($14,100).
DSQUARED2 DENIM BLAZER
According to GQ global research director Mick Rouse, a Canadian tuxedo still counts as a tuxedo. “If anyone tells you distressed denim can’t be formal, just show them this jacket,” he says ($2,325).
APPLE IPHONE 16 PRO MAX
For Ernesto Macias, GQ’s entertainment editor, having the latest iPhone isn’t a want—it’s a necessity. “My phone is literally an extension of my body,” he says. “I’m constantly texting, calling, emailing, posting, liking, commenting, and gossiping. If you get it, you get it” ($1,199).
BYREDO BIBLIOTHÈQUE CANDLES
When Off-White creative director Ib Kamara needs to relax, he lights up one of these sumptuous leather-scented candles. “They’re the best thing for a quiet night in during the winter,” he says ($99).
LEGO TECHNIC MCLAREN P1
Texan hitmakers Grupo Frontera all “have a passion for cars” and remain “big kids at heart,” so it’s no surprise this wild Lego supercar hit home for the band ($450).
Yang-Yi Goh is GQ's Style Editor.
A version of this story originally appeared in the 2024 GQ Men of the Year issue with the title “The Ultimate GQ Holiday List”
