Ho, ho, ho homos! It’s that time of the year again to start gathering presents for your family, friends and the boyfriend. During the lead up to Christmas day, you’ll have gotten through a tin of Celebrations (by yourself), three litres of vodka and notice the belt line feeling slightly tighter than normal.
You are also likely to have zero funds in the bank after another expensive Christmas. Well guys you need not worry about pressie buying this year because the 12 gay gifts of Christmas are here to help cut costs while having yourself a merry, old gay crimbo!
1) “I saw Your Dad on Grindr” Mug
I Saw Your Dad on Grindr Mug (£4.99) Prowler, Soho
If you’re too scared to verbally tell your friend about his closet-case father then here is a less subtle way of doing it. The “I saw your dad on Grindr mug” will match nicely with his Grindr profile while letting that big cat out of the bag!
2) I Shit Rainbows Coaster
I Shit Rainbows Coaster (£2.25) Prowler, Soho
Who said rainbows were made from skittles? The ‘I shit rainbows’ drink coaster is a colourful purchase that goes hand-in-hand with the Grindr mug. Why not buy them as a secret santa combo?
3) Queen of the Kitchen Apron
Queen of the Kitchen Apron (£18.00) Joy, London
Crown your mum or boyfriend the queen of the kitchen with this stylish apron. Make sure they’re wearing it while they prepare and serve up the Xmas trimmings!
4) Spit & Swallow Photo Frame
Spit & Swallow Photo Frame (£30) Prowler, Soho
Do you have that friend that’s naughty but nice? Or know someone that’s recently moved to their new bachelor pad? This flamboyant photo frame will add that extra decadence and sophisticated ‘slutty’ style to their digs.
5) Big Love: Sexy Bears in Gay Art
Big Love: Sexy Bears in Gay Art (12.99) Soho’s Original Book Store, London
Whether your mate is a bear or into their hairy masculine types, this book does exactly what it says on the cover. This is a great and ‘horny’ collection of sexy bears in gay art; created by some of the world’s best illustrators. Your friend will never have to visit XXL again!
6) Beards: An Unshaved History – by Kevin Clarke
Beards: An Unshaved History (£15.00) Soho’s Original Book Store, London
The Beards book goes back into the past to show all the crazy and eccentric beards ever grown by man. A very rough and rugged purchase!
7) Gay Redhead Calendar 2016
Who said blondes have more fun? This redhead 2016 calendar will leave you drooling all the way till Christmas 2017. This muscle Mary is one of 12 flaming beauties that will help raise those testosterone levels all through next year!
8) Gingerbread Christmas Jumper
Gingerbread Christmas Jumper (£30) Topman
It used to be a bit embarrassing wearing a knitted sweater made by granny, but those times have changed. Cute and camp Christmas jumpers are all the rage and can be picked up at reasonable prices.
9) The Periodic Table of Cocktails
The Periodic Table of Cocktails (£9.99) Joy, London
Gays love their drinks shaken not stirred! This is the ultimate cocktail bible for all those dinner parties that end up getting messy! From your classic mojitos to your tootie-fruity porn star martinis, you will be able to whip up a range of delicious cocktails that’ll get you and your friends into the festive spirit (and incredibly pissed!).
10) Lights, Camera Selfie iPhone 6 Case
Lights, Camera Selfie iPhone 6 Case (£12.00) Joy, London
First… let me take a selfie! This iPhone 6 case in black is stylish, affordable and the perfect gift for that friend who has one too many selfies scattered over Facebook and Instagram.
11) Rainbow Pillar Candles
Rainbow Pillar Candles (£1 each) Tiger, London
Candles are a great novelty gift that brightens up the darkest of homes. Tiger’s pillar candles come in every colour of the gay rainbow and for only £1 each, why not buy the entire set?
12) And The Winner Is…!
And The Winner Is Trophy (£3) Tiger, London
It’s sad to say this but some of us get to the end of our lives without winning a single certificate or award (sad face). Whether you nominate your mate/bf as the funniest, drunkest or most promiscuous person on the planet, the winner’s trophy will make that person feel extra special during the festive season.
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