David Gandy’s Wish List for Daughters, Dogs, and Dandies

Bennett Winch: The Suit Carrier Holdall

“For the occasions I do still travel child-free, I love this British brand and the way they have mastered elegant accessories for men. This design has an in-built suit bag and a shoe compartment which is perfect when wanting to pack in a streamlined way for black tie industry events or weekend weddings.”

Technogym: Connected Dumbells

“Undoubtably one of my favourite fitness brands, and now at the forefront of fitness tech with their new weight set. It has integrated AI that tailors a workout to you and your fitness levels, and the added benefit of a very ergonomic, sleek stand making it the perfect addition to my home gym.”

Purdey: Dog Bed in Ancrum

“Technically not for me, but as my rescue dog Dora is by my side most of the day she deserves to relax in this incredible wool-tweed bed once we’ve finally stopped for the evening.”

Hedley Studios: Ferrari Testa Rossa J

 “A little car that stands at the intersection between art and automotive excellence. This incredible British company builds junior renders of the world’s most sought-after vintage vehicles, in a slightly smaller form. As much a gift for me as for my daughters.”

Cobra: Fortis Rotary Lawn Mower

“We recently renovated a family home in Richmond, London, and now that the house is finally complete, phase two of the project is our garden. This summer I bought and planted thousands of trees and plants and am now fixated on creating the perfect lawn. I think I need this mower to achieve it.”

Wild at Heart: Bespoke Wreaths and Garlands

“I have known Nikki Tibbles for many years and love the work she does with her dog charity, the Wild At Heart Foundation. She’s one of London’s most brilliant florists and, at Christmas, offers everything from beautiful wreaths and garlands—and her amazing events team will even come to your home and install a full seasonal decoration. A couple of years ago, we moved into our renovation project on December 22, and there was still a lot to do. But when I opened the front door to show my young daughters, Nikki and her team had been in to transform a building site into this incredible Christmas scene, with stair and fireplace garlands and a huge tree. It made it so special and memorable for them—and me.”

Jaeger-LeCoultre: Reverso Classic Medium

“When my eldest daughter Matilda was born, I bought myself a Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic and had her initials and date of birth engraved on the reverse side of the casing. I love how discreet it is and how special it has become to her as well as me. I’m currently hunting for another Jaeger-LeCoultre design to mark my second daughter Tabitha’s birth, so would welcome someone making this agonising decision for me!”

Globetrotter: Centenary Collection Luggage

“For the past two decades I’ve spent a huge amount of my life travelling for work, taking between sixty to ninety flights per year, so I consider myself a very efficient packer, only needing a small carry-on bag, akin to George Clooney’s character in Up in the Air. But since becoming a father, I have resigned myself to the amount we need when travelling as a family – although I see no reason to lose any sense of style with this lifestyle
shift, hence my love of Globetrotter luggage.”

Hackett London x David Gandy: Wellwear Cashmere Lounge Set 

“We recently launched the second chapter in my brand Wellwear’s collaboration with Hackett London and this is the set I have been most excited about. Not much beats sitting by the fire at this time of year in cashmere loungewear with a negroni in hand. Although the elegant charcoal colourway makes it almost too good to hide away at home in…”

New & Lingwood: Camel Hair Wrap Coat

“Winter wardrobes aren’t complete without a great piece of outerwear, and I’ve had my eye on this beautiful belted overcoat from New & Lingwood. I love the timeless camel color combined with the elongated silhouette, something I’m always after, as I’m six-foot-three."