Fashion Friendly: 6 Stylish Gifts for the Holidays

Giving the gift of fashion is one of the riskier moves one can make during the holiday season. How many times have you opened gift, only to stifle a groan at its contents? Fortunately, EDGE has rounded up six of our favorite offerings this year, from kitsch to couture.

Put a Sock In It
Give a splash of color and a below-the-belt makeover to your favorite man with a new sock collection from Nice Laundry. The six-pair collections have whimsical names, such as Wild Child, Hot Shot and Luminary. Best of all, the company offers a free recycling program for customers to help alleviate the projected 35 billion pounds of textile waste by 2019.

Nice Laundry, $49

No More Ugly Sweaters!

If you think Joan Crawford flipped her lid over wire hangers, imagine if she received a synthetically woven Christmas sweater with a glaring Rudolph emblazoned on the front? Bonobos comes to the rescue with a collection of finely woven knits, including shawl collar cardigans and Alpaca cable knit turtlenecks.

Bonobos, From $138

20/20

Do you know someone with a keen eye for style and penchant for Scandinavian style? Outfit him or her this holiday season with eyewear from Kaibosh. Based in Bergen, Norway, the brand partnered with Norwegian fashion house HAiK to create sunglasses that can do double duty - they're reversible.

Kaibosh, From $255

On the Go

Lands' End founder Gary Comer wasn't a style icon - he was a sailor. And that practicality translates to designs that are suited for those with an active lifestyle. During the hectic holiday season, you can also count on the company's customer service to ensure your gifts arrive as intended. For a packable favorite, consider gifting the classic PrimaLoft Insulated Jacket. Slightly oversized, it's perfect for layering on a cold winter's day.

Lands' End PrimaLoft Jacket, $99

Stormy Weather

Wellies are so worn out, but if you're looking to give the gift of practicality and still be fashion forward, turn to Japanese brand RainMan. The water-repellent collection features both a derby and Brogue boot in burgundy, black, dark brown and navy.

Rain Man, From $280

Redefining the Onesie

Whether you're living through an Arctic winter or cranking up the air-conditioning to get into the holiday spirit, Zooop It Up's one-piece loungewear offers the ultimate in comfort. While we wouldn't go as far as to wear a fleece jumpsuit on a flight or during an all-night poker tournament (as suggested by the manufacturer), you'll be sure to find the perfect style among the dozens of offerings for a lazy night at home. Available at Nordstrom or online.

Zooop It Up, From $149