Lost in the 21st Century

If you are looking for some special Holiday gift ideas for that special man in your life, I thought I would share a few suggestions….

If you are a Professional Shopper, you’ll be able to find “deals” on most of this stuff- if you truly know what you are doing.

My Mantra is:  “There is no greater sin than paying full retail.”

And I’ve always said:  “It’s better to have a few nice things than a bunch of crap…”

1. Ugg Men’s Bedroom Shoes- these are pricey, but they last forever.  In the long run, it’s cheaper to buy one good thing than to keep buying several cheap ones.  I’m on year three with mine and they still look almost new.  I wear mine inside and outside to do things like take out the trash..They are also incredibly warm.
2. iPod Shuffle- I couldn’t go to the gym without this…I won’t share my gym music mix.  Even I must have some secrets….
3. Amazon Kindle- I resisted this because I thought I liked the “feel” of a real book.  Get the leather cover and it’s the same experience.  I truly love this thing.  And you can adjust the font so you can read without reading glasses!
4. Brooks Brothers shirts and sweaters- the best on the market and they last forever.  If you are looking for quality, go to Brooks Brothers.  Sign up on line and you’ll know about some great sales and get some deals.
5. Tumi Bags, Wallets and Luggage-  Again, pricey, but lasts forever.  These are also incredibly well designed.  I was going through a cheap set of Samsonite luggage a year until I started buying this stuff…I’ve been around the world with my Tumi.  Try eBay for some deals.  I got a $500 computer bag for $100 on eBay.  Avoid Hartmann!  They have serious quality issues and won’t do repairs for free like Tumi does.  And if Tumi can’t repair something, they replace it for free with a comparable item.
6. Bose Noise Reduction Headphones- again, pricey, but if you travel a lot, these are a necessity.  I bought mine after having to listen to two drunken businessmen carry on for a 5 hour flight…
7. Joseph A Banks Merino Wool Sweaters- they have great sales and if you catch the right one, you can get these for $30 or less.  I have about a dozen V-Necks and Steve loves the Mock Turtlenecks.
8. J Crew Cord Pants- nicer than jeans, but fit like jeans.  I live in these when I’m not in the office in the Fall and Winter and even wear them to work on Fridays.
9. Clinque Skin Supplies for Men- I’ve been using this stuff since I was 17.  Great shaving products…
10. Chanel Egoiste Platinum for Men- My signature after shave/cologne. Not well-known, but pure class.  One of the most highly rated scents of all time.  You usually have to ask for it at Macy’s or Dillards.  Brooks Brothers “New York” and Bulgari are also nice.

Just my initial thoughts. I’ll try to add to this later as I think of other items….