Every year, the same conversation happens in Belfast homes. What do you buy the man who already has a drawer full of socks, a shelf of aftershave and absolutely no interest in another novelty mug? The answer is simpler than you think. Give him an hour in the chair.
Since 1997, Shankey has been looking after men across Belfast and we have always believed grooming is something to enjoy, not just get done. A Shankey gift voucher passes that on, wrapped up and ready to give.
Why a voucher beats another gadget
The best presents are the ones a man wouldn’t buy for himself. Plenty of men will happily put off a proper, unhurried visit to a premium barber, and they’ll put it off longer when life gets busy. A voucher takes away the guilt and gives him a reason to book.
It also suits almost anyone on your list: a dad, a brother, a son starting to take his appearance seriously, a partner who is impossible to buy for, or a colleague you want to thank properly. You don’t need to know his shoe size, his favourite colour or whether he already owns that book.
More than a haircut
Shankey isn’t a quick in-and-out. Our barbers cover precision men’s cuts, hair colouring, perming, beard styling and the classic hot towel shave, and we have a luxury range of grooming products made in the UK. A voucher can be the start of something he comes back to, not a one-off.
For the man who has everything, the hot towel shave is the one he is least likely to have treated himself to. It is slow, warm and properly relaxing, and it is exactly the sort of thing that makes a gift feel considered.
A Belfast tradition, with two locations
Shankey was Europe’s first premium grooming salon for men, and we have been part of Belfast life for nearly three decades. Today you’ll find us in Ballyhackamore and Holywood, two very different corners of the city with the same standard of service behind the door.
Giving a Shankey voucher is a very local gift. It says you picked somewhere with real roots in the community, not a faceless chain. It also helps a Belfast business at Christmas, which is no bad thing.
Why the Christmas party season makes it even better
December is busy for men’s grooming. Work nights out, family gatherings and New Year plans all mean everyone wants to look sharp at once. A voucher given early means he can book a slot before the diary fills up and arrive at the party looking his best. If that’s the plan, book sooner rather than later, as the most popular times go quickly.
How to buy
Buying is straightforward. Visit jasonshankey.com, choose the gift voucher and complete your order. Your voucher is delivered by email as a PDF, so it works for last-minute gifts and for family overseas as much as for the person next door. You can print it and pop it in a card, or forward it on Christmas morning.
A few easy ways to give it
- Make it a moment. Print the voucher, tuck it into a card and add a line about why he deserves it.
- Go for the full experience. Pair a cut with a beard tidy, or encourage him to try a hot towel shave for the first time.
- Treat a friend. Vouchers make a thoughtful thank-you for a mate who has helped you out this year.
- Gift the whole routine. Let him choose the service he wants, so the gift is always something he will use.
Give him something he’ll actually use
The best gifts are the ones that get used, remembered and booked again. A Shankey gift voucher is a calm hour for a man who rarely stops, and a reason to look and feel his best.
Ready to sort the present on your list? Head to jasonshankey.com and order a Shankey gift voucher today.
The UK’s leading male grooming expert and creator of the Jason Shankey range of hair and skincare products, Jason Shankey also developed the first luxury, all services modern men’s only concept grooming salon in Europe, back in 1997. From extensive appearances as an expert on TV shows such as 10 Years Younger, The Apprentice, Celebrity Scissorhands, The Vanessa Show, LK Today, GMTV and dozens more, to consulting with giants including Gillette, Braun and the Honda Formula 1 team, Jason’s 30+ years of expertise in the male grooming business has positioned him as a true pioneer in the industry. His salons became synonymous with high-end grooming services, offering everything from haircuts and skincare to massage and grooming advice tailored specifically for men. Jason’s innovative approach to male grooming not only redefined the standards but also paved the way for the booming men’s grooming market seen today.
In addition to his work in salons and on television, Jason has designed and developed quality men’s grooming products and penned numerous articles on men’s grooming, sharing his expertise with a wider audience. His brand, the Jason Shankey range, continues to reflect his passion for quality and innovation, offering a curated selection of products designed to meet the modern man’s grooming needs.
Jason remains a sought-after consultant and public speaker, regularly sharing insights into the future of male grooming, wellness, and self-care. With over three decades of experience, he continues to lead the conversation around men’s grooming, setting trends and standards that others follow.
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