The 2017 Pursuits Gift Guide

“The most potent gifts are things you would miss yourself,” says Philip Hewat-Jaboor, chairman of the Masterpiece London art fair. “To choose something that is, in a way, a loss to you—that is the real gift of giving.” It’s the sort of advice that echoes what you may have heard: Look for something with a good back story, a keepsake that can be personalized, or a memento that means more if accompanied with a handwritten note. In other words, yes, the thought really does count. Whether the object of your gift-giving affection is a world traveler or a curl-up-on-the-couch homebody, a workout warrior or a sophisticated foodie, here are 36 ideas to get started.

ODS-1 Classic in-ear headphones
For a frequent flier, a pair of packable in-ear headphones is essential. Taking inspiration from the novels of Jules Verne, Paris-based Aëdle wraps its ear hooks in hand-stitched Venetian leather; the brushed aluminum buds feature a custom 10mm driver for deep, natural-sounding lows.
$360; aedle.net