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Fab Gift Guide: Let's Hear It For The Boys

FabSugar — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 16:49:33 -0800

I have brothers so I'm always on the look out for cool guy gift ideas. Here are some good ol' standbys that are options to fall back on when the Valentine's Day clock is ticking. Most of them are pretty inexpensive too, so maybe you can get a few and call it a day. Oh and hey - are you into geeky guys? Check out geeksugar's Geeky Valentine goodies.

Sharp Shirter Mosquito tee shirt, $14. A cool tee is always appreciated.

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Ike Lifestyle Collection Watch, $195. Pick out a colorful accessory for him - since he is most likely afraid to.

Anthony Logistics For Men Deep Cleansing Shave Kit, $50. My oldest brother, Tadish, loves this brand and (secretly) loves to feel pampered.

Rebel Style by G. Bruce Boyer, $18.95. Does he need some fashion Inspiration?

Fab Gift Guide: Young Professonial Dude

FabSugar — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 05:07:58 -0800

This guy is struggling between being a fun-loving dude and a serious professional. Here are some great gifts to help ease the transition. To see all of my gift guides, click here. To learn how to contribute you own fabulous finds to our Fab Gift Guide, click here.

Under $50

Teach him how to business trip in style with Fit for Flying
Airplane Luggage Tags, $20, buy them here.

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$50-$100

YPD needs to learn to manage those finances! Quicken Premier 2007 Personal Finances, $71.96, buy it here.

Over $100

Jack Spade Red Nylon Canvas Vertical Messenger, $123.95, buy it here.

Fab Gift Guide: Too Cool for School

FabSugar — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 00:11:25 -0800

Here are a few gift options for the guy who has an eye for design and a hipster attitude. This Fab Gift Guide can provide ideas for any cool dude, whether beau, bro, or buddy. To see all my Gift Guides, click here.

Under $50

Every guy wants to think he's a mix master, or at least, he wants you to think he is. Every gal is impressed by suave bond-esque moves behind the bar. Not that he needs any help (wink) but here's a fab gift about the art of mixing cocktails. New book The Art of the Bar: Cocktails Inspired by the Classics, by the bartenders of San Francisco restaurant Absinthe have a combined 16 years of bartending experience. This hardcover book features 80 beautiful color photographs and describes the basics like base spirits and grocery shopping for supplies. Suggest a romantic tasting of your faves from the book and this gift is sure to be well-received. This gift is $24.95 and is available here.

To see more page views of The Art of the Bar: Cocktails Inspired by the Classics, click here.

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$50-$100

Fire is cool. So many guys tend to think so. What's up with that?! To feed the pyromaniac's thirst give him a Hammerhead Dual Purpose Lighter. This slick little number combines a traditional lighter flame with a wind-resistant torch flame. This can be engraved too, and this guy most likely enjoys admiring his initials. But remember to order early if you'd like the engraving feature! This gift is $50 and is available, here.

Over $100

I have seen this Paul Smith Naked Lady Billfold in action and guys LOVE to show this off to their friends. This is the new version made of black leather with white topstitching and the famous naughty interior printed with a full-color sexy illustration of a naked lady. Note: Pin-Up girls are always a hit with Too Cool for School guys. This gift is $225 and available here.

Online Sale Alert! Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale Starts Today

FabSugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:50:22 -0800

It's that time of the year again - Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale! Get your credit cards ready and shop away for women and kids. Sorry guys, your sale begins Dec. 26.

If you plan on shopping online, don't forget about Nordstrom's buy online, pick up in store plan. I know which section I'll be bombarding: gifts under $100. It's never too early to buy presents.

Fab Gift Guide: The Gadget Guy

FabSugar — Sun, 26 Nov 2006 13:53:31 -0800

Here are some great gifts for the Gadget Guy on your list. This is the guy who always has to have the latest gadget as soon as it hits the stores. This Fab Gift Guide is all about him! To see all of my gift guides, click here.

Under $50

Your guy can video chat instantly with friends and family with this Logitech Quickcam for Notebooks. It's designed to clip to the top of his laptop, so he can do an instant web chat from just about anywhere! Available here for $42.99.

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$50-$100

The new iPod Shuffle is only $79.99 and it's the tiniest iPod yet. It's small enough to clip to your guy's clothes while running or working out. Even though it's smaller than a credit card, it holds 240 songs! Buy it here for $79.99

Over $100

The Nintendo Wii is one of the hottest game consoles out this year. It has unique motion sensor technology that allows you to control the game by your own movement vs. learning complicated keystrokes. The console retails for $249.99, but is sold out almost everywhere. Click here for information from Amazon on Wii availability. Can't wait? Try eBay or Craigslist.

Fab Gift Guide: BFF Guy

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 16:00:22 -0800

No matter what anyone says, you and your BFF Guy are strictly platonic - for real. He comes over without calling, belches in front of you, and treats you like his little sis. He's silly and kick back, so get him gifts that will suit his fun-loving personality. After all, he still has time to shape up and be a young professional.

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Armani Exchange Squared Belt ($40, originally $58)	LOMO Diana camera ($60)
Triple Five Soul Shibuya Plaid Backpack ($128)	CO-OP Barneys New York Billed Skully ($40)
Napoleon Dynamite sleep mask ($9)	Coach Anckor Keyfob ($48)	Urban Outfitters Brown Sound Bronski Full Zip Sweater ($89)

Fab Gift Guide: The Eclectic

FabSugar — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:00:22 -0800

If you combined a hippie bro with a metro man, you'd get the eclectic. This one is all about personal style. Never one to succumb to overly trendy attire, this mysteriously unique male shines in his originality. The eclectic dude I know pairs his Levi's with an avant garde sweater, oxfords, chunky knit scarf, and a beanie. Nice. When shopping for such a distinctive soul, choose items with cool quirk like these Urban Outfitters Hawkings McGill Tweed Pants ($40, originally $64). Studiously slick.

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Freaky or Fabulous? Ms. Taken Faux Diamond Ring

FabSugar — Tue, 12 May 2009 04:50:22 -0700

Not all guys in clubs are desirable. And why is it that the undesirable ones are always the ones that hit on you? With this new Ms. Taken Faux Diamond Ring ($50), you can easily ward off unwanted men by giving them the finger . . . the ring finger, that is. All you have to do is put the silver key chain fob that houses your faux diamond on your keys and slip your ring on when said males get too close. It's a fun gift for your single ladies! What do you think of this product - freaky or fabulous?

In case you're wondering where I grabbed this from, it's a video response to Justin Timberlake's SNL skit with Andy Sandberg. Warning: Though both videos are hilarious, they're also racy and NSFW.

Fab Gift Guide: Young Dude

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 08:00:22 -0800

How does it go? All the young dudes, carry the news? These adolescent manfolk are itching to be the coolest, so it's important to hook them up with something stylishly rad. This guy doesn't want to look like he tried, at all, so think casual and collected. I suggest looking for items with colors and prints; the West Coast brands (Quiksilver, Volcom, Etnies) are pretty solid. Check out this sweet Hurley Backpack ($40). Dude - carrying the news never looked so cool.

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Last Minute Gifts: Good 'ol Gift Cards & Certificates

FabSugar — Thu, 21 Dec 2006 11:30:44 -0800

OK fab girls, we are officially down to wire. Raise your hand if you're all done with your holiday shopping and now you can sit back, relax and eat. For the rest of us, gift cards and certificates provide a good last minute gift. Here are my faves that cater to all sorts of personalities:

Sephora Gift Card, come in denominations of $25-$250 and can be redeemed in store, online, or through any of the catalogs. Perfect quick gift for the beauty junkie or party girl.

Amazon .com Gift Certificate, $5-$5,000, sent electronically via e-mail or with an e-card, or on paper through the mail. Still need a gift idea for young professional dude or picture perfect sis?

Gamefly Video-Game Rentals Gift Certificate, $15-$36 for a one-month subscription (more available). Can be e-mailed or printed from the site. Gamefly is like Netflix for video games - the gadget guy will love this!

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American Forests Historic Tree Co. Gift Certificate, from $35. Your recipient, ie. hippie bro, can choose his very own sapling with storied roots. Delivery from April-September.

BedandBreakfast.com Gift Certificates, from $25. Accepted at more than 3,200 B and B's nationwide, and with no blackout dates, this certificate can help the newlyweds take a second honeymoon.

Nixon R1G1 Watch - $228.00	Hood by Air Eat the Children Cowlneck in Black - $341.00
Men's Wood Grain Belt W/ Buckle - $65.00	Fink 4 Pocket Herringbone Blazer - $89.00
Forzieri Multicolor Striped Printed Reversible Wool-Silk Men's Scarf - $96.00	Diesel Limpid Brown Leather Jacket - $700.00
Converse chuck taylor® all star® slip-on oxford - $39.99	Public Domain Stars & Stripes T-shirt - $22.00
J. Fold V-Twelve Wallet - $60.00	The North Face 'Buster' Knit Beanie - $25.00
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 11 Ring - $220.00	Hawkings McGill Tweed Pant - $64.00

Volcom Blast Bag Hoodie - $49.50	Nike Vintage Terminator Low Men's Shoes - $90.00
G-Shock Vivid Color Watch - $130.00	Triple Five Soul Lumberjack Cap in Navy - $39.00
Black Argyle/Black Rugby Sock 2-Pack - $12.50	Nor Cal Nautical 2 Tee - $19.95
Ando Can't Swim Boardshort - $58.00	Boys Quilted Frost Free Jackets - $59.50
Fox Straight Away Hooded Sweatshirt - $54.50	AE Chunky Knit Radar - $24.50
HURLEY Honor Roll Backpack - $39.99