Last Minute Gift Guide
So its finally the week of Christmas, which means you haven’t gotten all of your shopping done if you’re anything like us. Luckily, we’ve put together 5 gifts that every guy will love and 2 that ought to work for any of your lady friends. We’ve also chosen from labels and stores that are all around the country so you can get them in-store with shipping getting awful iffy as we near the big day.
J. Crew Cashmere Tipped Socks, $44.50
Every guy needs a pair (or five) of great cashmere socks. We’re tired of guys wearing crappy dress socks, or even worse, white gym socks with their dress shoes. We’re also tired of guys wearing black socks with every pair of shoes they have, how about a little creativity? That’s why we’ve highlighted the gorgeous red tipped socks because they’ll show some sartorial ability without going overboard. Get them for $44.50 at J. Crew.
Ralph Lauren Vintage Repps Tie, $80
Another thing we’re tired of is guys wearing crappy ties. That means you Mr. Vineyard Vines. How about something a little classier this Christmas? This perfectly trim repp tie by Ralph Lauren gives off a great Mad Men vibe that will look great with nearly anything. Pick it up for $80 at Ralph Lauren.
Bloomingdales Cashmere V-Neck Sweater, $99
A cashmere v-neck sweater is a must have for every guy. It’s one of the few items any guy can never have too many of. The secret is making sure to get one that’s relatively trim and made of a quality cashmere. Luckily, Bloomingdales really did some good work with their in-house label this year and their cashmere v-necks might just be their best item. All of their colors are great, so don’t be afraid to pick up more than one. Get them at Bloomingdales for $99 a piece.
Allen Edmonds Suede Belt, $100
A slim belt is really something that not enough guys have, and a slim suede belt is something very few guys have. A suede belt can really add a serious punch to a wardrobe. While most good suede belts sell for closer to $300 or $400, Allen Edmonds makes a perfectly awesome option for $100. Pick one of these bad boys up from your local Nordstrom.
Tiffany's Money Clip, $115
As they say, “You have to spend money to make money,” but we say, “You have to spend money to hold money.” That’s why the Tiffany’s Money Clip is the perfect gift. It is absolutely gorgeous in its simplicity. This will surely replace any sort of clunky wallet that should have been discarded years ago. You can get it at Tiffany’s for $115.
Sutton Studio Cashmere Cable-Knit Scarf, $81
We said that guys could never have too many cashmere v-necks, well, girls can never have too many scarves–especially cashmere scarves. Now, the problem with many cashmere scarves is that they are both super-expensive and pretty boring looking. Luckily, you can pick up a cable-knit scarf for $81 at Bloomingdales, which solves both of the standard cashmere scarf issues.
Burberry Umbrella, $275
If you’re feeling a little more generous this Christmas, we suggest getting something that most guys wouldn’t think of. An umbrella is one of those things that women use and take care of, but that guys will undoubtably lose within a month. A good umbrella is a really gorgeous gift to give, and one that she can have for the rest of her life. Get her this Burberry Umbrella for $275 at Neiman Marcus and see if she comments on your gift giving abilities.
“Last Minute Gift Guide”
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When did Vineyard Vines ties suddenly become “crappy”?! I’m not suggesting that one should wear them everyday, or even especially frequently, but they do have some very attractive ties that are fun to wear occasionally.