Our 2016 Wishlist: Great Gift Ideas From the Editors of WIRED
38 essential gifts for giving, getting, and coveting this holiday season.
Joseph Shin
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B&O Play Beoplay A1
Bang & Olufsen’s aluminum-clad Beoplay A1 may be the smallest Bluetooth speaker in the company’s lineup, but it’s still plenty easy on the ears. Twin drivers deliver rich, room-filling sound, and the big battery provides 24 hours of portable playback. [B&O Play Beoplay A1 | $249](http://www.bang-olufsen.com/en/collection/speakers/beolab-90)
Impossible Project I-1 Analog Instant Camera
Impossible Project’s shooter works like Polaroids of yore but does everything better, from the LED ring ash to the folding viewfinder that pops up with a push. Plus, the analog shareability of the instant photos that eject from the front is refreshingly retro. [Impossible Project I-1 Analog Instant Camera | $299](https://us.impossible-project.com/pages/impossible-i-1-analog-instant-camera)
Argent Coolmax Blazer
Staying fresh under pressure is the secret to your success. Same deal with this jacket, which has a lot of hidden storage space for your gear. Mesh lining and airy, moisture-wicking fabric make summer subway rides more comfy, and you’ll still look sharp at the board meeting. [Argent Coolmax Blazer | $298](https://argentwork.com/products/coolmax-blazer-1?variant=18544856579)
Knog Oi Bike Bell
Your sleek road bike deserves better than that clunky hunk of a bike bell. Knog’s modern update to the ugly brass contraptions of old wraps around your handlebars like a bracelet. Give the plastic lever a flick and it’ll strike the curved aluminum chime, producing a harmonious ring that’s as pleasant as it is effective. [Knog Oi Bike Bell | $20](https://usd.knog.com.au/oi-bike-bell.html)
No matter who you're buying for—a music-lover or a musician, an aesthete or an athlete—we have gift ideas that will satisfy every need on your shopping list. Here are 38 essential gifts for giving, getting, and coveting this holiday season, all picked by WIRED's editors.
Joseph Shin01B&O Play Beoplay A1
Bang & Olufsen’s aluminum-clad Beoplay A1 may be the smallest Bluetooth speaker in the company’s lineup, but it’s still plenty easy on the ears. Twin drivers deliver rich, room-filling sound, and the big battery provides 24 hours of portable playback. [B&O Play Beoplay A1 | $249](http://www.bang-olufsen.com/en/collection/speakers/beolab-90)
Joseph Shin02Impossible Project I-1 Analog Instant Camera
Impossible Project’s shooter works like Polaroids of yore but does everything better, from the LED ring ash to the folding viewfinder that pops up with a push. Plus, the analog shareability of the instant photos that eject from the front is refreshingly retro. [Impossible Project I-1 Analog Instant Camera | $299](https://us.impossible-project.com/pages/impossible-i-1-analog-instant-camera)
Joseph Shin03Argent Coolmax Blazer
Staying fresh under pressure is the secret to your success. Same deal with this jacket, which has a lot of hidden storage space for your gear. Mesh lining and airy, moisture-wicking fabric make summer subway rides more comfy, and you’ll still look sharp at the board meeting. [Argent Coolmax Blazer | $298](https://argentwork.com/products/coolmax-blazer-1?variant=18544856579)
Joseph Shin04Knog Oi Bike Bell
Your sleek road bike deserves better than that clunky hunk of a bike bell. Knog’s modern update to the ugly brass contraptions of old wraps around your handlebars like a bracelet. Give the plastic lever a flick and it’ll strike the curved aluminum chime, producing a harmonious ring that’s as pleasant as it is effective. [Knog Oi Bike Bell | $20](https://usd.knog.com.au/oi-bike-bell.html)
Joseph Shin05Vifa Copenhagen Loudspeaker
Who says your party jams can’t be chic? Swaddled in high-quality Kvadrat wool, Vifa’s new wireless speaker looks as fabulous as it sounds. Plus, with its one-piece aluminum frame and integrated handle, you can boom this box anywhere without worrying about it going bust. [Vifa Copenhagen Loudspeaker | $799](http://www.vifa.dk/shop/copenhagen/c-24/p-105)
Joseph Shin06District Vision Keiichi
You make fashionable choices for your running shorts, so do the same with your eyewear. The lightweight frames on these running glasses have rubber-coated titanium temple tips and nose pads, for no-slip durability. Choose from a variety of tints on the lenses— maybe pick whatever matches your shoes. [District Vision Keiichi | $199](http://www.districtvision.com/shop/keiichi-small?color=White&lensTechnology=District%20Sports%20Yellow&size=Small)
Joseph Shin07Leibal 11+ O-Fan
It’s a bummer when the windows in your cube farm don’t slide open. Keep your cool with this pint-size fan. To power it, plug it into any USB port. Then precisely position the spherical fan on its cradle and enjoy the breeze. [Leibal, 11+ O-Fan | $50](https://store.leibal.com/products/o-fan)
Joseph Shin08Burberry Ribbed Sweater
Prep for sweater weather with this fuzzy (and super-soft) mohair-blend crew neck. The form-hugging rib knit is sophisticated enough for office holiday parties but also keeps you cozified at chilly family gatherings. [Burberry Ribbed Sweater | $550](https://us.burberry.com/striped-ribbed-wool-mohair-blend-sweater-p40235791)
Joseph Shin09Monsieur de Chanel Men's Watch
The first men’s watch from Chanel is unique inside and out—and will turn your wallet inside out. The hour is displayed in the window, and the large minute hand leaps from 60 all the way back to 0 at the end of each hour. The clear back reveals its stunning automatic innards. [Monsieur de Chanel | $36,000](http://www.chanel.com/en_US/Watches/exceptional-pieces/exceptional-movements/monsieur-de-chanel)
Joseph Shin10Jaybird Freedom Wireless
These Bluetooth sports earphones are your new workout pal: They look good, stay put when you’re dripping sweat, and sound like wired buds. They’ll keep you going until the four-hour battery runs out and maybe help shave 10 seconds off your mile. [Jaybird Freedom Wireless | $199](http://www.jaybirdsport.com/shop/freedom-product/)
Joseph Shin11Leica M-D
In this case, less really is more. Leica’s full-frame range finder produces stills of exceptional quality but lacks an LCD for reviewing your images. The setup forces you to stay in the decisive moment and worry about the results later. It’s a throwback to the days of film, giving you an extra rush of satisfaction when you found out that you did indeed get the perfect shot. [Leica M-D | $5,995](https://us.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-M/Leica-M-D)
Joseph Shin12Stéphane Dufour Porsche 917 Gulf Sculpture
OK, so you’ll never drive the famed Porsche 917 that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans. But thanks to artist Stéphane Dufour, you can push a minimalist 1⁄18-scale version of it around your coffee table. [Stéphane Dufour Porsche 917 Gulf Sculpture](https://shop.petrolicious.com/collections/art/products/porsche-917-gulf-sculpture) | $550
Joseph Shin13Popup Lighting Aluminum Deer Head LED
Bring a little bit of the wilderness into your urban nest. This wall-mounted sconce is a doe by day and a buck by night, when you switch on the light. The aluminum head comes in several colorful finishes, but gold is best. [Popup Lighting Aluminum Deer Head LED | $290](http://popuplighting.com/)
Joseph Shin14Kodak Super 8 Camera
The Super 8 camera gets a super-great redesign by Kodak and Yves Béhar. An LCD and rechargeable batteries provide modern comforts, but the 8’s beating heart remains the same: You can shoot on film without needing a Hollywood budget. [Kodak Super 8 Camera | $2,000](http://www.kodak.com/consumer/products/super8/default.htm)
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