Gifts for him 2026: knitwear and shirts from £29

These are the gifts for men we would choose from the Legacy London (formerly LCY London) range this Christmas. Every piece is designed in London and made in Colombo, and every one listed here is in stock now. We have grouped the gift ideas by price so you can go straight to your budget.

The range is built around knitted polos, shirts and jumpers. That makes a luxury gift for a man easier than it sounds: a knitted polo or a half-zip is a piece he can wear often, not a present that lives in a drawer. Prices below are in pounds and apply to UK orders.

We do not sell a personalised gift, a gift set, a wallet or a mug. We make clothes, so the way to personalise a gift here is to pick the colour and size he would pick himself. A Christmas gift that fits and suits him beats a novelty present.

If you want to see the full range first, start with the men's knitted polo shirts, then come back here for the shortlist.

Christmas gift ideas for men under £40

This is where the knitted polos sit, and it is the easiest price band for a Christmas gift. At this price they suit a birthday present, a Secret Santa or a stocking filler for a man who likes clothes. Black, Mint Green, Navy and Beige are the easy colours to give.

Sorrento Chevron Knit Polo, £34

A men's knitted polo in 100% combed cotton, with a chevron texture in place of a printed pattern. It is cut to a tailored fit and comes in Grey, Butter and White.

3D Optical Geometric Knit Polo Shirt, £39

Our best-known knit, worked in a 3D cube jacquard that plays with light and shadow. It is 100% combed cotton with a structured fit, and for a gift we would choose Black or Mint Green.

Majolica Geometric Jacquard Knit Polo Shirt, £39

A men's knitted polo in 100% cotton with a Majolica-inspired geometric jacquard pattern. It has a breathable soft knit and a tailored fit, in Black, Rust Orange or Dark Lavender.

Limoncello Pinstripe Knit Polo Shirt, £39

A fine vertical pinstripe runs across a soft cotton knit. It works from a weekend lunch to a smarter occasion, in Navy Blue or Beige.

Ottis Signature Knitted Crew Neck Tee, £34

A knitted crew neck tee in a refined cotton knit, cut to a tailored fit. It is lightweight and breathable, and it comes in Navy Blue, Purple, Camel Beige, White and Black.

Interlocking Tile Pattern Knit Polo Shirt, £39

Men's knitted polo in 100% cotton, worked in an interlocking S-link jacquard that reads like geometric tilework. Ribbed hem and cuffs help it hold its shape, and it is cut to a regular fit in Mint Green, Beige or Sky Blue.

Capri Wave Textured Zipper Polo, £39

A men's knitted zip-neck polo in 100% cotton, worked in a drop-needle wave texture. It has a modern zip placket and a structured fit, in Navy or Pine Green.

Contrast Knit Johnny Collar Polo, £34

Made from 100% combed cotton in a heavy ribbed knit. A contrast white Johnny collar and matching cuffs sit against a deep V-neckline with a buttonless front.

Gifts for men from £40 to £60

Shirts and jumpers sit in this band. They suit a milestone birthday, an anniversary or a gift from a partner, and several of them layer over the knitted polos above.

Cuban Collar Pattern Shirt, £42

A relaxed Cuban collar shirt with a subtle all-over micro pattern. The stretch fabric is lightweight and breathable, and it comes in Brown or White.

Premium Cuban Collar Shirt, £42

A short-sleeve, relaxed-fit shirt cut from a soft 80% nylon, 20% spandex stretch blend with four-way stretch. A subtle understated print sits on the classic Cuban silhouette, in Mocha, Dark Grey or Black.

Moderna Graphic Statement Knit Polo Shirt, £44

A 100% cotton jacquard worked in a bold interlocking block pattern, like mid-century mosaic tilework. It has a relaxed resort fit and comes in White, Dark Lavender or Mocha.

Short-Sleeved Button-Down Dress Shirt, £45

Cut from an 80% nylon, 20% spandex blend that is lightweight and has some stretch. A subtle, refined print means it pairs with formal and casual settings, in Black, Grey or Light Brown.

Embossed Leaf Cuban Collar Knit Polo, £45

A knitted polo with a relaxed Cuban collar, in a fine combed-cotton knit. The subtle embossed leaf texture adds quiet interest, and it comes in Brown or Green.

Essential Half Zip Sweatshirt, £45

A half-zip sweatshirt with a structured stand collar and a clean, plain front. Ribbed cuffs and hem hold its shape, and it comes in Dark Grey, Silver, Teal or Black.

Soft Horizon Zipper Pullover, £49

A striped half-zip knit jumper with a raised ribbed collar and a comfortable regular fit. Choose Sage Green, Black or Mustard Brown.

Forma Long-Sleeved Knit Shirt, £55

A smooth, fine knit that reads as a shirt and wears like knitwear. It stays sharp under a jacket and works worn open, in Black, Dark Green, Navy Blue or Off White.

Luxury gifts over £60

Two pieces sit above £60 for a bigger gift. The overshirt is for the man who already owns the basics, and the dress is for anyone shopping for her as well.

Tonal Abstract Print Overshirt, £85

A black overshirt with a tonal abstract print, and a plain black collar, placket and chest tape. It has a relaxed, straight fit and goes over a T-shirt or on its own.

Midnight Contour Dress, £79

An evening maxi dress with a high neckline, a pleated bodice and ruched waist and hip detail. It is floor-length with a sheer lower panel, in Dark Brown or Black. We include it for anyone also shopping for her.

Sizing a gift

The most common worry with a gift for a man is the size. Here is how to get it right.

Every product page has a size guide with measurements, so you can match a piece to a shirt he already owns. Lay a polo that fits him well flat, measure it across the chest and compare it with the guide. If you are unsure, choose a relaxed cut, such as the Moderna polo, the Essential Half Zip or the overshirt.

We offer 30-day returns. The customer pays return postage. Most of the pieces above come in S to XL, but check the colour you want on the product page, as a few run M to XL.

Delivery before Christmas

UK orders usually arrive in 2 to 4 working days, with free UK delivery. Check the delivery page for the latest Christmas cut-off before you order.

Not sure of his size? Give a gift card

A Legacy London gift card from £25 to £150 arrives by email with a unique code, and he chooses the knit, the colour and the size himself. It is redeemed online at checkout and does not expire. Gift boxes are available in our Colombo shops; see gifting at Legacy London.

Gift questions

Can I include a gift receipt?

Email customerservice@legacylondon.co.uk with your order number and tell us it is a gift. Ask before it ships and we will confirm what is possible.

What if the gift does not fit?

You can return it within 30 days. The customer pays return postage, and the product page lists the sizes in stock.

Which size should I buy?

Use the size guide on the product page and compare it with a polo or shirt he wears now. Fit varies by style: many of our knitted polos are tailored or structured, while the Moderna is relaxed, so if he is between sizes, check the fit on the product page first.