Gift Guide :: men in your life
It’s time now for the partners, brothers, guy friends, fathers, uncles, and men in your life! We’ve curated a gift list for the guys that cook you dinner, talk for hours with you about paint colors, cringe with you over your teenage braces era, and don’t complain about all the hair they find in the drain. We’ve made sure to include lots of price points and a wide variety of themes for all the men on your list. Have a look…
psst: our 2024 gift guides include the ladies in your life, active and curious kids (and teens!), men in your life, polished home, and the handy homeowner.
1 Cribbage board - this canoe-shaped cribbage board will look just as good on the shelf when he’s not playing cribbage as when he is! ($35)
2 National Parks deck of cards - each of these cards has a scene of a National Park on them. ($10)
3 Books! - There are so many good ones, but these have been some of Garrett’s favorites lately (and okay, some of Cathy’s too ;): the Expanse series, Devolution, Endurance. ($13-$27)
4 Joggers - the joggers of all joggers. Garrett has these and they’re incredibly soft - perfect for those golden lounge days! ($98)
5 Rummikub - a classic rummy tile game, this one is easy to pick up and incredibly adducing! ($44)
6 Travel mug - ($25)
7 Sweater - this classic cotton cable-knit sweater can be worn in any season but would look extra good with holiday pajama bottoms! ($119)
8 Solar GPS Watch - Garrett upgraded to this solar GPS watch this summer and wears it every day. The solar function means it recharges in the daylight and requires minimal charging. ($324)
9 National Lampoons Christmas Vacation puzzle - relive the joy of this classic film again and again with this beautiful puzzle. ($49.50)
10 Leatherman - a classic weatherman is always a great gift choice! ($55)
11 The Anxious Generation - this sobering bestseller is a must-read for parents. It investigates the link between the children’s mental health crisis and the use of cell phones, video games, and social media. ($15)
12 Outdoor lantern - this stylish LED lantern is sure to be any outdoor lover’s favorite. From picnics to evenings on the patio, it’ll travel with them time and time again. ($325)
13 Periodic table of flavor rub set - for the chefs on your list, this set of 12 spice blends and rubs inspired by ‘round-the-world flavors is sure to be a hit! ($65)
14 Grilling cookbook - from the folks behind Food52, this cookbook lays out the basics of grilling for beginners and experts alike. ($25)
15 Puffer vest - this lightweight insulated vest is for the times when the weather seems to be as predictable as flipping a coin. This one is sure to get a lot of use this time of year! (from $53)
16 Rucking backpack - up his workout with a rucking backpack filled with weight! This one is designed with an ergonomic lumbar support, extra padded straps, and zero irritation. ($115)
17 Simple pleasures book - an information-packed visual field guide to what we ought to know, this book would make a great gift for dad, grandpa, or anyone on your list! ($15)
18 Nitro cold brew coffee maker - now your guy can make cafe-quality nitro cold brew right from your kitchen! ($249)
19 Cold plunge - a cold plunge seems to be on everyone’s list and this paired-down portable number is just the ticket. ($99)
20 Theragun - help him relax and recover with this percussive therapy device for handheld deep tissue massage. ($169)
21 Smartwool socks - these smart wool socks kept Garrett’s feet cool and comfortable during a 48-mile hike in the Grand Canyon. No better praise! ($20)
22 workout tee - this updated classic is breathable, lightweight, and smell-resistant. ($78)
Happy holiday shopping!
xx
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