Now that the turkey is gone and the lights begin to glow, there’s one thing left to do. That’s right, it’s time to rev up those Montblanc ballpoints and start your holiday wish list. Through the years, we begin to evolve our holiday wants and wishes into things that seem more practical or realistic. I say this year we take a bit of that and combine it with a whole lot of ‘treat-yourself’ to form the perfect list. Being a Texas boy, I had to include some local favorites this year but fear not, there are plenty of things available by click-of-button method as well. Let’s not kid ourselves, I am an online shopper first and an crowded mall venturer last. Shall we?
I’ve shared the grooming magic of Niven Morgan with you on the blog several times so of course their ‘man made’ line is making it on my list this year. (Psst! Enter SAVE20 when checking out before December 1st to save 20% on your order)
I am absolutely in love with any knitwear that keeps my ears warm as the weather cools and this Save Khaki knit field cap from STAG Provisions provides just that.
When you travel as much as I do and you find yourself needing a new soundtrack with each trip, you’ve got to have powerful sound to go with it. These Panasonic headphones have kept me company on many a distant travel, plus their metallic finish goes with any outfit.
Now whether you’re a Texan by birth or trade, you know the affinity for tees and jeans. I recently stumbled upon Tumbleweed TexStyles and found that with a great name comes seriously comfortable shirts and accessories. “While we want our consumer to feel stylish, we also want them to be comfortable.” They offer quality shirts with comfort and style in mind; perfect for the true Texan at heart.
Through my travels, I have also been able to learn about some of the best restaurants. Recently some good friends of mine returned from Charleston and raved about a meal at Husk. Sean Brock is the mastermind behind some game-changing restaurants in the south, and as a true believer that every gentleman should have a selection of cook books in his library, I’ve included one on my list. Pick up a copy of his new book,Heritage, and get lost in recipes that include all the comfort food (think food to eat at home) and high-end restaurant food (fancier dishes when there’s more time to cook) for which he has become so well-known.’
It’s a rule in my household that no one is allowed to look pretty when unwrapping holiday gifts. The morning allows us time to spend together in our comfy clothes, enjoying each others company and prepping our stomachs for the second largest feast of the season. With that said, my favorite way to stay comfortable on that morning is to rock a pair of Bonobos‘ uber-snuggly sweatpants. We’re talking French Terry fabric that is plush and extra-soft. Solid choice for hitting the streets as well, which I love!
All about that case, bout that case. I am always dropping my phone and until recently, the folks at the genius bar knew my timeline for phones by date. I cannot get enough of this case from Spigen that holds all my cards and does it in slim fashion. For the tech-boy in your life, you can’t go wrong!
It may not be long, but my list is full of useful things that will only enhance things as we move into yet another year in dapper style. Happy shopping and make sure to spike the eggnog! (oops!)
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