We all love receiving a nice gift on Christmas morning, but the older you get the more you understand the festive season isn’t about getting great gifts — it’s about wrapping them up.
From mum, dad, and siblings, to the grandparents and your significant other, sorting out a great gift every year ain’t always easy, but a great place to start your shopping is R.M.Williams. For the best part of a century, R.M.Williams has been making world-class boots, belts, and bags, becoming a point of Australian pride along the way.
So for everyone hunting for a present that will guarantee a year’s worth of brownie points and a big smile to boot (pardon the pun), R.M.Williams have your Christmas gifting sorted.
Boots
At this point, a pair of R.M.Williams boots should probably come with every Australian passport. If there’s someone in your life who doesn’t own a set of Craftsman’s, now’s the time to get them a pair with options including the Comfort Craftsman in suede leather ($649), the Comfort Craftsman in yearling leather ($649), or even the Burnished Craftsman boot ($799).
For a slightly more casual set-up, R.M.Williams also makes a great pair of Sandbar sneakers ($329) or Islet moccasins ($269) — perfect for a summer of icy cold ones. And if a special lady in your life hasn’t yet come around to the versatility of the R.M.Williams boot, the Comfort Lady Yearling boot ($649) or Rosebery boot ($699) is a perfect place to start their journey. Finally, for the family member who’s only just beginning their laps around the sun, the Chestnut Baby booties ($149) will make them — and their parents — very happy indeed.
Bags
It should come as no surprise that R.M.Williams makes world-class bags, combining craftsmanship and quality leather in a way only they know how. There’s no better companion than the bag you pick up on the way out the door each morning, so help a family member show a bit of personality and ditch the corporate backpack.
The Farrier signature briefcase ($599) is for meetings at the top end of town, while the Clerk islet tote ($369) is more of a weekender, with the Farrier overnight bag ($799) ideal for a quick trip away. R.M.Williams’ women’s bags are equally good and stand out in a crowd of designer labels, with a line-up that includes the suede Audrey hobo bag ($599) and the chic Leanorah shoulder bag ($429) inspired by saddle bags.
Shirts, Sweats, & Knits
As far as your everyday staples, R.M.Williams’ shirting looks great and lasts for years, with winners like the Classic linen shirt ($169) for gents or the Lawrie shirt ($179) for women. Casual kit for the cooler months is also R.M.Williams’ bread and butter, with the Boots and Saddles quarter zip ($149) or Narran rugby top ($149) as great picks, alongside some top-notch knitwear like the Howe sweater ($189) and the Thirroul sleeveless crew ($149).
Belts & Wallets
Good quality leather and craft combine again for R.M.Williams belts and wallets, with the 1 1/2″ belt gift set ($269) the perfect option this Christmas, arriving with a black and a brown belt, as well as both gold-coloured and silver-tone hardware. Gents also love the Drover belt ($149) or the more casual Slim plaited o ring belt ($319), while the Agnes belt ($149) or the Cassidy belt ($149) are great options for the lady of the house. If you know someone who needs to ditch their velcro wallet, the R.M.W. City slim bi-fold ($159) is a clean everyday option, while the Avalon zip around wallet ($199) is a solid choice that arrives in dusty pink or black.
The R.M.Williams Lifestyle
Beyond boots, belts, and something to keep the sun off your back, R.M.Williams is good for plenty more. R.M.Williams has long been a retailer for the legendary Aussie hat-maker Akubra, meaning your Christmas gifting options are better than ever before.
For summer days at the beach, there’s the iconic Akubra traveller hat ($320) and the 1932 Beach towel ($99), or the Vacuum flask ($79) and Coffee cup ($39) for caffeine on the go. For travelling when the family festivities are over, there’s also the Lorne vanity case ($189) or the Farrier signature washbag ($149).
No matter what your loved ones might be missing in their lives, the good folks at R.M.Williams have you covered with something that will stand the test of time.
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