Holiday Gift Guide for Guys

If you’re like me, you like to get your holiday shopping finished early. Dealing with the holiday crowds can be a little much, and everything you want is sold out. Starting early gives you lots of wiggle room so you can find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Below is a list of great gifts for the guys in your life – friends, boyfriends, brothers, etc. Hopefully this will make your holiday shopping a delightful experience!

$25 and Under

Amazon

True Prep by Lisa Birnach, $10.36

http://tinyurl.com/7bj5lje

J.Crew

Fabric Knot Cuff Links, $12

http://tinyurl.com/87xy8kk

 

 

Ralph Lauren

Striped Key Fob, 19.99
http://tinyurl.com/7vd93v2

Vineyard Vines

Coozie, $5
http://tinyurl.com/cbp6agg

 

 

 

$50 and Under

Amazon

Preppy: Cultivating Ivy Style by Jeffery Banks, $29.40

http://tinyurl.com/6vmh398

Brooks Brothers

How To Be a Gentleman, $32
http://tinyurl.com/c9ccqru

High Cotton Ties

Tartan Bowtie
http://tinyurl.com/d8jqval

Kiel James Patrick

Jack Lemon River Bracelet, $40
http://tinyurl.com/cljganr

Ralph Lauren

Old Fashioned Low-Ball Glasses, $35, set of 4 (sale price; usually $50)
http://tinyurl.com/7mvd4lu

 

 Mesh Polo, 49.95

http://tinyurl.com/8xc5t37

 

 

Vineyard Vines

Canvas Belt, $49.50
http://tinyurl.com/choke45

$100 and Under

J.Crew

Tartan Tie, $69.50

http://tinyurl.com/c9w9al3

 

Cashmere  Plaid Scarf, $88

http://tinyurl.com/c6b7l8v

 

 

Kiel James Patrick

Captain Jack Rackman Tie, $85
http://tinyurl.com/c4waxv7

Rugby

Chevron Big Kicker Polo, $79.50
http://tinyurl.com/cc6n6cp

 Elbow Patch Pullover, $98

http://tinyurl.com/cuf79nw

Saint James

Minquiers 10, $70
http://tinyurl.com/4yz5g8q

 

Sperry Top-Sider

Authentic Original Winter Boat Shoes, $100
http://tinyurl.com/clg7toj

 

Vineyard Vines

Shep Shirt, $98.50
http://tinyurl.com/75sjgd8

Essentials: Third Time's a Charm

So that you have something with which to entertain yourself during Irene, here is the third installment of my special about Prep Essentials! Please remember that these are only a few examples; almost every store makes an oxford and cardigan of some sort. These are just some of the classics!

# 5 The Oxford

RL, $89.50  http://tinyurl.com/cpsphp

Brooks Brothers, $98.50 http://tinyurl.com/4yacjal

 

 Ann Mashburn, $125 http://tinyurl.com/453chvr

  

# 6 Lilly Pulitzer Dress

Lilly dresses are absolutely perfect for Sunday Brunch, the Kentucky Derby, and basically everything else. Please see http://tinyurl.com/3kzsbkv for some examples!

#7 Cardigans

J.Crew, $62.00 http://tinyurl.com/3q7hn7q

J.Crew, $62.00 http://tinyurl.com/3awvhu8

 

Gap, $44.95 http://tinyurl.com/3wwcdhm

 

Banana Republic, $69.50 http://tinyurl.com/3bvfqrz

Stationery

There isn’t much else that makes you feel as special as receiving a handwritten letter in the mail. Let’s face it: few people use stationery these days. Many prefer emails, text messages, or mentions on Twitter to a beautifully written card. However, there are some traditionalists left, and, if you’re one of them, this post is for you.

Brooks Brothers $178 for 100 Cards

 http://tinyurl.com/3gbo62o

Crane & Co $29 for 20 Sheets

http://tinyurl.com/3zk2tjr

Jack & Lulu $18 for 10 Cards

http://tinyurl.com/4ydt7q6

Kate Spade for Crane & Co $20 for 10 Cards

http://tinyurl.com/3nrcwps

Polka Dots Stationery $46 for 150 Sheets

http://tinyurl.com/3bjm2l8

Preppy Monogramed Gifts $22 for 10 Cards

http://tinyurl.com/3aonazu

The Stationery Studio, $50 for 150 Sheets

http://tinyurl.com/3cbtzqj

Also, if these prices seem a bit steep, you can check your local Hallmark store or even grocery store; Hallmark sells packs of cards, 20 for 6.99. I found some with fleur de lis--yay Kappas!

Seeing Stripes

If you were to ask my friends, they would tell you I own way too many striped shirts. Personally, I don’t believe there’s such a thing as too many stripes! If you agree, then this is the post for you.

Clothing
Brooks Brothers

Silk Cotton Striped Boatneck Sweater ($128, http://tinyurl.com/3qsch6u)

Express

Ruffled Chiffon Sleeve Tee ($24.43, http://tinyurl.com/3o4g4v8)

H&M

Striped Dress ($12.95, http://tinyurl.com/3rp2ge3)

J.Crew (Offering a 30% discount until 5/25--code LOVEIT)

Maritime Dress ($88, http://tinyurl.com/3fbybgy)

Saint James Naval II Tee ($92, http://tinyurl.com/3zm4yxa)

 Lilly Pulitzer

Cassidie Sweater Striped Cotton ($74, http://tinyurl.com/3osupa2)

Nautica

Rugby Stripe Bikini ($64, http://tinyurl.com/44mclut)

 Ralph Lauren

Kevon Striped Boatneck Tunic ($39.99, http://tinyurl.com/3ap3pea)

Maili Striped Boatneck Top ($89, http://tinyurl.com/3nn8b2k)

Tommy Hilfiger

Stripe Skirt ($54, http://tinyurl.com/3cmxor2)

Yacht Club Knit Dress ($128, http://tinyurl.com/3up5yk6)

Laguna Three Quarter Sleeve Striped Boatneck ($29.99, http://tinyurl.com/3jsg8gx)

Accessories

American Eagle

Rugby Stripe Tote (24.95, http://tinyurl.com/3hn6pa6)

Brooks Brothers

Striped Ballerina Flats ($44.40, http://tinyurl.com/3wxw2qr)

Coach

Poppy Stripe Bangle ($98, http://tinyurl.com/3webolh)

Dooney & Bourke

Linen Stripes East West Grommet Shopper ($198, http://tinyurl.com/436yyet)

J.Crew

Sea Bags for J.Crew Wine Tote ($45, http://tinyurl.com/3jrfku8)

Lilly Pulitzer

Docksider Tote ($148, http://tinyurl.com/3kg8g3o)

Steve Madden

Stripess Flats ($39, http://tinyurl.com/3gzoqap)

Tommy Hilfiger

Rugby Striped Wrislet ($28, http://tinyurl.com/3efjkro)