The holidays are meant to be magical… at least until you have to look for gifts. I don’t want to sound rude, but it can sometimes be extraordinarily exhausting. I don’t know about you, but the colder it gets outside the more I start to see the worth of online shopping. While most people are rushing to the giant shopping centers hoping to find the right gift, save yourself the hassle and take a look at my gift picks for this festive season. From most affordable to excessively expensive stationery, find below a carefully curated guide for the holiday season.
Caran d’Ache 849 Ballpoint Pen
One of the Swiss company’s most affordable offerings, the iconic Caran d’Ache 849 is the perfect gift for your co-worker who appreciates quality and practicality. Apart from the price, Caran d’Ache’s Swiss DNA stands out and the chromatic diversity is very generous.
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Kaweco ART Sport Fountain Pen
Recently launched, the new collection is the perfect candidate for a tasteful festive gift. The vintage style it exudes, combined with the glossy finish and gold trim, along with the pocket-sized dimensions make it an elegant and functional option.
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Pineider Milano Notebook Leather Small
Although I’m a big fan of large notebooks, I like to carry a small notebook in my pocket or bag at all times. Fascinated by Pineider’s luxurious design, I recently purchased one. If you’re looking for a small but meaningful gift, this is it. Soft cover in Saffiano leather (available in an array of colors) with hand-painted edges according to the Florentine tradition and equipped with watermarked ivory paper. (ink friendly)
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Montblanc Great Characters Muhammad Ali 98 LE Fountain Pen
If you’re feeling excessively generous, this is a gift that needs no introduction. Dedicated to the legendary athlete Muhammad Ali and his legacy, the edition is limited to 98 pieces worldwide and features characteristic motifs and solid gold ornaments. From the cap shaped like a boxing sack with a guilloche lacquering including hand-engraved solid Au750 gold inlays resembling a boxing glove and a peace dove to Muhammad Ali’s victory pose engraved alongside the inscription “TKO-W-7 (15)” on the gold-coated cap ring, this pen is more like a work of art to stare at than an ordinary fountain pen. It’s every collector’s dream. Shop here
You might find the $38,000 quite expensive. However, there is a more budget-friendly alternative running for $1,215.00. (Shop here)
Otto Hutt design07 Matte Brown Fountain Pen
Fresh out of the oven, the new design07 in matt brown looks best under the Christmas tree. Or next to a silky hot chocolate. I have loved this edition since its launch and I think it would make a great gift all year round, even more so now. Solid construction, beautiful design, and great writing performance.
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Graf von Faber-Castell x Kera Till Christmas Ink Glass Moss Green
Known for collaborations with famous brands such as Hermes and Laduree, illustrator Kera Till has finally launched a collection of holiday-inspired inks in collaboration with Graf von Faber-Castell. Available in two colors (Moss Green and Garnet Red) the bottles boast two wintery illustrations designed by the artist to match the holiday season. A great gift idea and accessory to show off on your desk at work until the end of winter.
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Graf von Faber-Castell Standard case for 2 pens with zipper Epsom
The problem with pen cases is this: you only realize you need one when your pen is already damaged. The pen case should be every pen enthusiast’s best friend. Aesthetic and equally functional, the pen case couldn’t be missing from this list. There are many models on the market, but my favorite is this one made of Italian calfskin leather from Graf von Faber-Castell that can store two writing instruments. My favorite shade is olive green, but there are more colors to choose from.
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