I know, I know, men can be VERY difficult to shop for. What I’ve noticed is that typically if they want something they buy it for themselves. So, the key is to find things that they wouldn’t think to buy, but still would love to receive as gifts. Aside from today’s FPTP gift guide, I also curated a selection for the boys over on My Red Glasses, so be sure to hop over there, AND don’t miss my Foodie and Reading + Writing Gift Guides, as well. Have a great weekend!
1. Record Coasters (Crate & Barrel): Is your guy into music? If so, he likely has many music related things already, but I could almost guarantee you he doesn’t have record coasters! How cool are these?! I would put these out on my coffee table regardless of being into music or not. They are so fun!
2. Wood Pillar Speaker (Neiman Marcus): I love the look of these. And they are totally legit. From 360 degree sound to voice prompts, long lasting battery, and of course, plays music wirelessly through any Bluetooth-enabled device, how could your man NOT like this one?!
3. Paul Smith Socks (East Dane): I’m a BIG fan of crazy socks on a guy. Even if your man isn’t into colorful apparel, throwing on a pair of these rad socks is a subtle way to spruce up his otherwise more basic (boring?) ensemble. This is a no brainer gift. Give your guy a gift with some personality. #polkadotsocksforthewin #orstripes
4. Watch Movement Cuff Links (Neiman Marcus): While cuff links may seem like a lame gift, this pair of cuff links is not lame at all. If the guy you are purchasing said gift for is into timepieces (literally every man in my life is obsessed with watches, no joke), then this is it. These cuff links feature reproductions of vintage mechanical watch gears. Uh, neat!
5. Model One Bluetooth Radio (East Dane): I’m sensing a pattern here. A lot of my gifts are having to do with music. This one is, by no means, new on the market, but it’s something I think both my dad and brother own (which is not surprising given their careers in the radio biz!), and I just love the old school look of it, and it’s totally functional.
6. Gray Malin Deer Valley Skiiers Framed Photograph (East Dane): If you don’t know of Gray Malin, we can’t be friends. JK. But honestly, he’s the shit. So talented. And if your man doesn’t have a Gray Malin photograph, it’s definitely something to consider, and I am partial to this one given the fact that skiing is my (only) sport of choice and, again, all men in my life love to ski, so there’s that.
7. The Complete Beer Course Book (Crate & Barrel): I’m going to go out on a limb here and say that your dude loves beer. No? Ok, well, I’m sure there are other books out there on his alcohol of choice, BUT I’m a fan of this one (even though I’m not a fan of beer). Love the cover of it so it would look good out on a table, and it’s basically a boot camp for beer drinkers! Cool.
8. ‘MH30’ Headphones (Farfetch): He may already have headphones, but these are special headphones that he likely wouldn’t buy for himself. Not only do they look the part (SO stylish), but they are built with the finest of materials, which apparently ‘provides a rich, warm sound.’ I actually am possibly wanting to buy these for myself.
9. Beta Watch (AHAlife): I love WeWOOD. And what’s so cool about this one is that it’s made from 100% natural wood and comes complete with a hardened scratch-proof glass. If he’s into watches, this is a more unique one that he may not already own.
10. Brass iPhone Case (East Dane): I know, it’s a bit pricey for a phone case, but #brass! It’s a ‘rugged design’ and has brass bars at the top and bottom, plastic sides, and screws lock the case in place with an included brass screwdriver. It’s kind of like the ‘Love’ bracelet (that whole screwdriver thing), but not at all.
