Great gifts for guys
Guys may complain that girls are the tough ones to buy for
— but the reality is guy gift-giving is just as confusing.
So we're giving you some fun suggestions based on the
type of guys you might have in your life whether it's your
boyfriend, brother or grandpa.
For your funny guy:
The Hangover 2-Disc Special Edition About $30 (Out December 15)
Who didn't see this movie and feel generally in awe of its comedic genius? Nobody, that's who. The funny guy in your life will love that you sprung for the special edition — which naturally means more ridiculousness — and you'll love looking at Bradley Cooper. It's win win for everybody!
For the guy who still believes in chivalry and knows better table manners than you:
Brooks Brothers As a Gentleman Would Say $28
http://brooksbrothers.com
This wildly distinguished clothing company — they made Abe Lincoln's duds, as well as some for Fred Astaire — also adds classy literature to its long list of timeless pieces. This book offers pearls of wisdom on how a true gentleman conducts himself in everyday affairs. It even looks gentlemanly sitting on a table — you can't beat that.
For the guy who knows more sports statistics than should be humanly necessary:
Sports Paraphernalia
You can do anything from visiting StubHub.com for some cheap tickets to a favourite team's game to getting him a subscription for his favourite sports magazine — bonus: a lot of subscriptions are coming fairly cheap nowadays. While an authentic jersey may not be in your budget, consider a hat or beer glass with his team logo on it to go with game day and beers at his house.
For the guy who knows that movie/TV show/actor/book/etc. no one's really heard of…yet:
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
This fantastically hilarious and dark show is still enjoying some relatively underground success — much like the late Arrested Development (R.I.P.). It also stars Danny Devito, which is enough to get you interested right there. Get him the Christmas special — A Very Sunny Christmas — or go for the first four seasons.
For the guy who's the first to bring out his guitar at any party and serenade the crowd with Wonderwall:
John Mayer — Battle Studies About $15
Mayer's latest only semi-reflects his womanizing ways, but listening to him sing makes anyone forget his typical jerk tendencies — and he looks dreamy on the cover. Oh…right, so why should you buy this for a dude? Great guitar, great tunes and musically-talented fellas know that playing a Mayer song ups your odds with the ladies.
For the guy who cooks better than your mom and looks manly doing it:
Gordon Ramsay's Great British Pub Food About $40
Between the swearing and general rage, Ramsay cooks some mean grub, including stuff no guy will be embarrassed to make and you'll actually like to eat. Instead of the greasy limp fries and other boring bar fare, Ramsay serves up some unique and delectable bites.
For the guy whose parties, although insanely amazing, are strangely organized at the same time:
Re-freezable Beer Pong and Ice Rack About $21
http://homewetbar.com
Parties and beer pong go together like chips and dips — it's a scientific fact. However, who wants lukewarm beer ruining the collective buzz of competitive spirit as teams are made up and a college rite of passage begins? This nifty little bar accessory will not allow that to happen and keeps your drinks properly set up. Cheers!
For the guy who reads. All. The. Time.
Besides the obvious — a Chapters gift card — consider checking out book reviewers' picks on the store's website. They suggest a variety of different books your guy may have not even heard of yet, or peruse the many lists of “books to read before you die” — you'll find the perfect choice for your bookworm.
Your hipster guy who's truly too-cool-forschool:
Casio Calculator Watch About $22
http://www.amazon.com
You know what we're talking about — a little piece of the past. Really a modern marvel of technology and geek chic style. He can add up his grocery list and look hip at the same time while being the envy of all his American Apparel-clad friends.
For any guy — including dear old dad, or grandpa for that matter:
Canadian Beer Club About $45
http://beerclub.ca
Either start him off on the first month or decide to go a bit bigger and do a couple months (make it his birthday present too!). Each month he'll get a 12-pack (or 24 depending on the membership) of beer from around the world and learn some fun facts about the drink. You might want to get in on the goods too!
For your funny guy:
The Hangover 2-Disc Special Edition About $30 (Out December 15)
Who didn't see this movie and feel generally in awe of its comedic genius? Nobody, that's who. The funny guy in your life will love that you sprung for the special edition — which naturally means more ridiculousness — and you'll love looking at Bradley Cooper. It's win win for everybody!
For the guy who still believes in chivalry and knows better table manners than you:
Brooks Brothers As a Gentleman Would Say $28
http://brooksbrothers.com
This wildly distinguished clothing company — they made Abe Lincoln's duds, as well as some for Fred Astaire — also adds classy literature to its long list of timeless pieces. This book offers pearls of wisdom on how a true gentleman conducts himself in everyday affairs. It even looks gentlemanly sitting on a table — you can't beat that.
For the guy who knows more sports statistics than should be humanly necessary:
Sports Paraphernalia
You can do anything from visiting StubHub.com for some cheap tickets to a favourite team's game to getting him a subscription for his favourite sports magazine — bonus: a lot of subscriptions are coming fairly cheap nowadays. While an authentic jersey may not be in your budget, consider a hat or beer glass with his team logo on it to go with game day and beers at his house.
For the guy who knows that movie/TV show/actor/book/etc. no one's really heard of…yet:
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
This fantastically hilarious and dark show is still enjoying some relatively underground success — much like the late Arrested Development (R.I.P.). It also stars Danny Devito, which is enough to get you interested right there. Get him the Christmas special — A Very Sunny Christmas — or go for the first four seasons.
For the guy who's the first to bring out his guitar at any party and serenade the crowd with Wonderwall:
John Mayer — Battle Studies About $15
Mayer's latest only semi-reflects his womanizing ways, but listening to him sing makes anyone forget his typical jerk tendencies — and he looks dreamy on the cover. Oh…right, so why should you buy this for a dude? Great guitar, great tunes and musically-talented fellas know that playing a Mayer song ups your odds with the ladies.
For the guy who cooks better than your mom and looks manly doing it:
Gordon Ramsay's Great British Pub Food About $40
Between the swearing and general rage, Ramsay cooks some mean grub, including stuff no guy will be embarrassed to make and you'll actually like to eat. Instead of the greasy limp fries and other boring bar fare, Ramsay serves up some unique and delectable bites.
For the guy whose parties, although insanely amazing, are strangely organized at the same time:
Re-freezable Beer Pong and Ice Rack About $21
http://homewetbar.com
Parties and beer pong go together like chips and dips — it's a scientific fact. However, who wants lukewarm beer ruining the collective buzz of competitive spirit as teams are made up and a college rite of passage begins? This nifty little bar accessory will not allow that to happen and keeps your drinks properly set up. Cheers!
For the guy who reads. All. The. Time.
Besides the obvious — a Chapters gift card — consider checking out book reviewers' picks on the store's website. They suggest a variety of different books your guy may have not even heard of yet, or peruse the many lists of “books to read before you die” — you'll find the perfect choice for your bookworm.
Your hipster guy who's truly too-cool-forschool:
Casio Calculator Watch About $22
http://www.amazon.com
You know what we're talking about — a little piece of the past. Really a modern marvel of technology and geek chic style. He can add up his grocery list and look hip at the same time while being the envy of all his American Apparel-clad friends.
For any guy — including dear old dad, or grandpa for that matter:
Canadian Beer Club About $45
http://beerclub.ca
Either start him off on the first month or decide to go a bit bigger and do a couple months (make it his birthday present too!). Each month he'll get a 12-pack (or 24 depending on the membership) of beer from around the world and learn some fun facts about the drink. You might want to get in on the goods too!
