The No.19 2025 Gift Guide
A Very Dublin Christmas: Our Gift Guide For Thoughtful Givers
If you are shopping for people who care about craft, comfort and a bit of quiet luxury, this is the gift guide for you. We have gathered a handful of favourites, all available at No.19, that feel special without shouting about it. Think supple leather, beautiful silk, proper denim and the perfect cotton shirt.
Consider this your cheat sheet to very considered gifting.
For the forever-in-jeans friend: Dr. Denim
We all know someone whose natural habitat is a good pair of jeans. For them, Dr. Denim is a very safe bet.
The Swedish label has built its name on long-lasting denim with clean, modern cuts and an easy, everyday feel. Whether you go for a straight leg, slim fit or something more relaxed, Dr. Denim jeans work hard with knits, blazers and winter coats alike. They’re endlessly versatile and customers often tell us they’re the last stop on a long hunt for a flattering pair of jeans.
Gift it to:
The friend who lives in denim.
For the person who is always cold: George Horn gloves
Beautiful gloves are one of those things people rarely buy for themselves but find they come to appreciate everyday, which makes them an ideal present.
George Horn gloves are designed and made in The Liberties, Dublin, drawing on a family glove making tradition that goes back decades. Think soft leathers, neat stitching and linings that feel like a little bit of luxury every time you step outside.
Lighter, unlined styles are perfect for the in-between Irish weather, while the luxurious Toscana sheepskin cuff ones, with their long, silky fur, lend a dramatic and opulent flair that make bitter winter walks genuinely enjoyable.
Gift it to:
The person who enjoys tormenting you with their frozen hands on the back of your neck.
For the capsule wardrobe purist: All In The Shirt
If your giftee talks about "buying better, buying less", a truly great shirt is always welcome.
All In The Shirt is built around that idea. Designed in Dublin and made in Portugal from quality cotton, these shirts borrow the engineering of classic menswear but are recut thoughtfully for a woman's body. Clean lines, sharp collars, proper cuffs and enough structure to feel dressed without feeling stiff.
It is the kind of piece that works under a blazer, half-tucked into jeans or thrown over a slip dress. One good shirt, many lives.
Gift it to:
The woman who loves minimalism or a quality wardrobe staple.
For the bag lover: Ted Bags
Handbags are the quiet workhorses of a wardrobe. When you invest in one with real craftsmanship behind it, it shows.
Ted bags are rooted in Irish leatherwork heritage, inspired by master saddler Ted Carbery. Each piece features their signature Irish Georgian door motif on the front clasp, a little nod to Dublin’s most iconic streetscapes. Structured shapes, thoughtful hardware and quietly luxurious finishes mean these bags look as good slung over a wool coat as they do resting on the back of a café chair.
For an extra touch, there are matching sunglasses holders, perfect for clipping inside your bag or onto your keys so you are never rummaging for your shades again.
Gift it to:
The person who always notices the details, from stitching to zips.
For the print and colour enthusiast: Rory Hutton scarf
If you want to give something that feels like wearable art, look to Rory Hutton.
The Irish illustrator and accessories designer transforms his lino-cut prints into silk scarves with bold, graphic motifs. Architectural references, Irish heritage nods and joyful patterns make his pieces instantly recognisable. A Rory Hutton scarf lifts a simple knit, wraps neatly over a coat and looks just as beautiful framed on a wall.
Gift it to:
The friend who has a Pinterest board for museum trips.
For the slow fashion devotee: Aleo bag
For the person who cares deeply about where things come from, an Aleo bag is a lovely meeting point of ethics and aesthetics.
Crafted in Ireland in small runs, Aleo bags use traceable, responsibly sourced leather and favour clean, sculptural silhouettes with a playful twist. They feel modern but timeless, the sort of piece that slips quietly into a wardrobe and stays there for years.
Gift it to:
The one who can tell you the provenance of every piece in their closet.
For the one who lives in knitwear: Helen McAlinden cashmere
A Helen McAlinden cashmere knit is perfect for those who love to layer. Spun in soft, fine yarns and cut with Helen’s eye for line and proportion, our cashmere pieces are light on the body but wonderfully warm, the kind you reach for on dark mornings and never quite want to take off. Colours are carefully chosen for those who prefer a bold pop of colour or something more neutral, to work with the coats, trousers and skirts you already own, so they glide into any wardrobe.
Gift it to:
The person who appreciates quiet, everyday luxury.
Wrapping it all up
Christmas gifting does not need to be loud or over the top. Often, the most appreciated presents are the ones that fold into daily life and quietly improve it. A pair of gloves that actually keep you warm. A scarf that makes an old coat feel new. A shirt that always makes you feel pulled together.
By choosing pieces from brands that value craftsmanship, thoughtful design and responsible production, you are not just ticking names off a list. You are investing in the people and skills behind each garment and accessory.
And that, we think, is the nicest kind of gift.
