Holiday Gift Guide: For Him

He says he doesn’t need anything, he doesn’t want anything. But he’s been wearing the same holiday sweater five years running, his whiskey glass is cracked, that skillet he uses to make eggs has seen better days and he can’t find his phone charger…again. Don’t worry, we have you covered. Let’s treat the men in our lives to some unique and local finds, things that can make their lives easier and better, and more fun…like bacon. Did someone say bacon?

1. The Sully 1/4 Zip by Johnnie-O is the perfect piece to build that winter uniform. The collar perfectly layers over all polo and button down collars. (Available at Yellow Jacket, $128)

2. Button Down Sport Shirt by Sid Mashburn. The perfect button down shirt for under a sport coat, on its own, or under a sweater. Do we need to say much more?! (Available at Yellow Jacket, $195)

3. Get him healthier and help him advance his health and wellness goals by using Vitamin Therapy, Vitamin Injections and Wellness. IV therapy can help him get larger dosages of vitamins that absorb 100% by bypassing the gut, versus traditional oral supplements that have very low absorption rates. Check out Back 2 Health for more services. (Available at Back 2 Health, Vitamin injections start at $30, IV Therapy starts at $150) 

4. Airplane & Globe Tuxedo Cufflinks Set, sterling silver ($380); Airplane & Globe Tuxedo Cufflinks Set, 14k yellow gold ($3500); (Available at Alx&Co.)

5. This backgammon set is like no other. Crafted with care from exotic stained wood it has brass accents and five poker dice. The leather dice cups and mix of birch and olive wood tones make it a sophisticated addition to any game collection. (Available at Boxwood, $130) 

6. The 10” Smithey Chef Skillet is versatile and features a signature polished finish that when seasoned is naturally non-stick and easy to clean. (Available at Red Barn Mercantile, $165)

7. Author Sherman has a nearly religious devotion to bacon, and in his tome, The Bacon Bible, he shares more than 200 recipes that show you how to incorporate bacon into nearly any meal you can imagine. (Available at Patina, $35)  

8. Zafferano LED Cordless Lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors combining sleek, modern design with LED cordless light technology. The result is a weatherproof, dimmable, portable lamp capable of creating a warm ambiance whether it’s gracing a kitchen counter or adding a flair to spots like the foyer, office, or bookshelf. (Available at Boxwood, ranges from $99 to $169)

9. Lamy Studio Imperial Blue Fountain Pen. A unique and deliberately minimalist fountain pen for him. It has a beautiful matte dark blue lacquer finish. A premium writing instrument suitable for everyday use or as a collector's item. (Available at Penny Post, $105)

10. Antica Farmacista Candle in Cask. This cozy candle will fill any room with the scent of rich cognac, worn leather, and earthy tobacco for upwards of 60 hours. Its top notes are: Mandarin, Black Currant, Rose. Its middle notes are: Dark Rum, Rich Cognac, Whiskey. Its base notes are: Worn Leather, Tobacco, Oud, Mexican Vanilla. Each and every candle also comes with a box of Antica’s signature matches. (Available at Bellacara, $48)

11. Fiesta Tequila Shot Holder. Need we say more?  (Available at Patina, $130) 

12. Pasotti Italian shoe horns. Handmade in Italy since 1956. (Available at Patina: Gold Horse shown, $175)

13. This Cantilever steel toolbox is a great organizer for art supplies, medical supplies, tools, snacks, and all those bits and bobs he refuses to toss because he’s sure he’ll need them someday. (Available at Penny Post, $165)

14. Apertivo Glasses – Highball, Rocks, Shot, sold in sets of four. (Available at Patina, $48-$65)  

15. Catch 2 Charcoal Linen Charger. This multi-device wireless charging station looks nice while it's working hard to keep his phone and earbuds charged. (Available at Red Barn Mercantile, $110)

16. The Jack Rudy 4-Piece Cocktail Kit is a must-have for the home bar enthusiast!  The kit includes a 17 oz. bottle of Classic Tonic Syrup, another of Grenadine, a 2 oz. bottle of Aromatic Bitters, and a jigger. These small-batch delights are all beautifully packed making it an easy ideal gift to complete any bar set-up. (Available at Boxwood, $55)

17. The Tech Kit by Bellroy is the perfect gift for that tech savvy traveler in your life. This pouch keeps everything sorted and organized while on the go. (Available at Yellow Jacket, $59)

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