Hankies, socks, aftershave, comedy DVDs... it's all too easy to fall back on the gender stereotype staples when shopping for the men in your life. Because whether he's the brother who just doesn't 'get' fashion, the dad who scoffs at male grooming or the brand-coveting design geek boyfriend who turns his nose up at high-street steals, buying for the opposite sex can be a minefield.

To avoid 'lazy shopping' and rocking up with the same tired, old clichés this year, we've found a selection of unique, stylish and timeless gift ideas that are guaranteed to put a smile on those cynical faces - and not a Christmas jumper in sight.