Options Gift Guide 2019: For the jetsetter

It used to be naff but, trust us, the waist pouch is a traveller’s lifesaver. Check out Braun Buffel’s Newnomad for a cool twist to utilitarian design. RM1,699

Dashing around cities and airports is so much easier when one is well-shod. These smart yet comfortable sneakers from Salvatore Ferragamo make the perfect gift for the on-the-go man. RM3,150

No matter what the technocrats say, you just cannot beat the physical pleasure of leafing through a delightful book while travelling, be it with a glass of champagne in business class or by the poolside of someplace wonderful like the Amalfi Coast or Bora-Bora. For the perfect tome to give or receive, we can’t think of a better one than Travellers’ Tales: Bags Unpacked by Bertil Scali for Louis Vuitton. A collection of irresistible and worldly globetrotting stories, find out whose trunk contained an actual bed or who rediscovered his notes for a perennial bestseller in a trunk at the Ritz Paris, all complemented by the great Pierre Le-Tan’s whimsical illustrations. RM410

Holidays are always red-letter days, and this rather divine trolley bag by Chanel in red calfskin with silver metal details ensures you always stand out in a crowded air cabin or terminal. RM31,880

Frequent flyers know that nothing beats the warmth and comfort of your own security blanket while on board an airplane. Eschew the standard in-flight offerings for the wonderful luxury of the Couvertures et Tenues de Jour giant scarf by Faubourg Saint-Honoré favourite, Hermés. Fashioned from pure silk with hand-rolled edges framing the design, we swear you will never want to leave home without it. RM3,200

Winter means it is time for another northern hemisphere ski holiday. And whether your tastes veer more towards Verbier or the Nipponese charms of Niseko, you will need to stay stylish whether the days are lived on or off-piste. Universal Traveller’s new classic slim-fit down jacket in snow white ensures your look is on point. It boasts unparalleled heat retention and comes with a detachable faux fur hood and adjustable cord. A zipper pocket on the left arm makes tapping in and out of the ski chair system effortless. RM738

Checking in and out of hotel rooms can be disruptive to one’s sweet slumber. Make beddy-bye time more effortless with a little help from Ren’s & Now to Sleep pillow spray. Made with frankincense oil combined with clary sage, lavender and hops, it aids rest while relieving tension and promoting tranquility. The best bit? It is travel-sized so it is perfect for those who do not like to check in their luggage. Nifty, eh? RM95