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by Kelly Mattei

More Great Christmas Gifts for Men

More Great Christmas Gifts for Men

It has been well-documented that buying holiday gifts for men can be difficult. I have found some more items on Amazon that can make great gifts for the men on your list.

  • DudeRobe. Y’all, I am all about the DudeRobe. My husband has never found a robe he liked, but I’m thinking he will like this one. He’s getting one for Christmas this year, but keep that to yourself. Actually, it looks so awesome that I’m considering a “one for you, one for me” thing. Should we match? Dude Robes are not fussy. They’re made of sweatshirt fabric and have cuffs on the sleeves, so they’re not floppy. Take advantage of the Cyber Monday Deal for 20% off here.
  • 18.21 Man Made Original Sweet Tobacco 3-in-1 Body Wash, Shampoo, & Conditioner for Men, All Hair & Skin Types, Strengthens and Moisturizes in a Manly Aroma, 18 Fl Oz. I’m going to put this out there: I don’t really know anything about this product, but it sounds awesome! You had me at “manly aroma”! It even looks like a whiskey bottle! It’s popular on Amazon…listed as a best-seller, and at just $13.50 (more than 50%off), it’s worth the risk on the purchase! I’m wrapping this one up for my husband this year! Purchase this manly scented body wash/shampoo/conditioner for your man here.
  • Jack Black Grooming Sets for Men. There are a few sets from which to choose. Take your pick. The man in your life is likely to be thrilled. ***Jack Black Skin Saviors Set – Pure Clean Daily Facial Cleanser, Double-Duty Face Moisturizer SPF 20, Intense Therapy Lip Balm SPF 25 Natural Mint & Shea Butter, & Face Buff Energizing Scrub…all in a fat Cyber Monday Deal for under $30. Get it here. ***Jack Black – Carry-On Essentials Set – $49 Value, this one contains superior facial care products that cleanse, refresh, hydrate and protect with a clay-based cleanser, a daily moisturizer with sunscreen, and a shaving cream…all small enough for TSA in a carry-on bag. Purchase here. ***Jack Black Clean & Cool Body Set-Jack Black’s Clean & Cool Body Set is loaded with four top-shelf products for complete body care. Made from superior ingredients and designed for easy use with crisp aromas, this body set includes everything you need. Purchase here. Or to see more Jack Black products, click here.
  • STANLEY Adventure Big Grip Beer Stein | 24 OZ From the first gulp to the last sip, the Stanley insulated beer stein keeps your brew refreshingly chilled. The secret behind the thirst-quenching thermal insulation. Vacuum insulated double walls that keep drinks hot for up to 1 hour, cold for up to 5 hours, and chilled for a whopping 20 hours. And with a large capacity of 24oz, he’ll have the power to empty 2 cans at a time and cut down trips to the beer cooler or fridge in the kitchen. He will be happy to see this gift Christmas morning. It’s offered in a variety of colors. Purchase this Cyber Monday Deal here.

  • Personalized Whiskey Decanter and Stones Set – Customized Gift for Him – Men, Dad, Father – Engraved Old Fashioned Decanter, Glasses, 9 Granite Stones in Container, Coasters, Tongs in Wooden Gift Box. This is a great gift for the man who likes to curate his own whiskey cocktails and take them with them to gatherings. Your whiskey-drinking man will be thrilled to see this on Christmas morning. Purchase here.
  • Inversion Table. When I was suffering terribly with sciatica last year, I would have done just about anything to get some relief. I spoke with a lady in the Miami airport who told me her inversion table helped her sciatica, so I came right home and ordered one. I used it, and it did give me some relief, but my husband has ongoing back issues and loves it. He swears it helps his joints and reduces stress. There are so many different ones…different ones are suitable for different people. They are offered at lots of different price points. Check out the offerings on Amazon here. ***Ask your doctor before using an inversion table***
  • Vintage License Plate Sign. My husband has one of these in his mancave. It was one of his favorite purchases at one of his favorite bars. Now you can order lots of different styles on Amazon. It makes a great gift for the man who has everything. Purchase here.
  • Dr. Squatch All Natural Bar Soap for Men, 3 Bar Variety Pack, Pine Tar, Cedar Citrus and Spearmint Basil That says it all…soap that’s made for men. I have several friends whose sons and husbands use Dr Squatch soaps and love them. Great gift idea, but be prepared to order again, because he will want more when these are gone. Purchase here.

We will post more as we find more! Happy Shopping!

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by Kelly Mattei

Some New Clothing Faves

Some new clothing faves…

Yep, this one is all about what I’m finding for myself right now. I appreciate really nice clothes as much as the next person, but I don’t like to travel with all my nicest things. Why? Well, because there are times I have to check a bag on an airline, and I simply don’t trust them with my nicer clothes. I have some trips coming up, and I have added a few things to my wardrobe from Amazon…including something made for men, but women will love it too! See them here:

  • Lightweight “housecoat.” I sound like my mother when I say the word “housecoat,” but sometimes, it’s nice to have something to wear while I get ready. Yes, hotels have robes, and I have robes at home, but it’s not always easy to do hair and makeup in a heavy robe. I tend to get too hot, so I like to keep a lightweight housecoat…one I can pack easily. You can see my latest housecoat purchase here. It has short sleeves and zips up the front, making it easy to put on and off, and the sleeves don’t impair my “getting ready.” Another one I like can be seen here. It’s more like your mother’s housecoat, but it’s great too. Plus, because they’re made from lightweight fabric, they don’t take up much room in luggage. They’re priced under $30. I got a pink one and a peacock blue one.
  • One-shoulder dress. It’s no secret that I don’t love my arms. I’ve never loved my arms. However, it looks like warm weather is here to stay for a while, and I really hate to be hot. I found a cute one-shoulder dress that’s great for hot weather, and it’s also easy to pack. With a trip to Panama City, Panama, coming up in October, I need some things I can pack easily to wear in that tropical climate. This cute dress comes in lots of colors, and I feel like the color-blocking distracts from my one exposed arm. It’s cute…the dress…not my arm. See the dress here.
  • Sorel sneakers. Because I’m still having issues with sciatica, I’m wearing sneakers a lot more than I normally do. I love my On Clouds, and I’m still wearing them, but it’s nice to vary things up a bit. Therefore, I got some sneakers from Sorel, and I love them! In fact, I love them so much that I got two pairs in different colors! You can see my favorite style here. They come in lots of colors, and prices start at just over $50 for some colors. I normally wear a 9, and it worked perfectly. They’re cute and comfy! But if you don’t want to look at anything besides On Clouds, I get it. I love mine too. See them here.
  • White Jeans. I love white jeans, but at 56, it’s a lot more difficult to find jeans I really like than it used to be. A couple of years ago, a friend told me to check out NYDJ (Not Your Daughters Jeans). Let’s face it. I don’t need to be wearing the same style of jeans as my almost-20-yr-old daughter. There are several styles of NYDJ’s white jeans I have and love…wide-leg, fitted, ankle-length…check them all out at the NYDJ store on Amazon here.
  • Romper/dress. Y’all, I saw this romper dress advertised on Instagram for months before I finally decided to try to find it on Amazon. I wasn’t sure about the trustworthiness of the sellers on Insta, but I knew I could trust Amazon to back up any purchase I made. Therefore, I found it on Amazon and placed an order. I love it! I ordered it in several colors! It’s great for everyday wear in this super hot weather we are having these days. It will also be great in Panama. Yes, it’s a little short, but since it has a built-in romper underneath, it doesn’t matter! Keep in mind that it runs a little large. It’s available in lots of colors. I love the black and the brighter colors like hot pink and bright yellow. And it’s made of lightweight eyelet fabric, so it doesn’t take up a lot of room in luggage. Seriously, I have six of them. Purchase here.
  • No show socks. OK, since I’m wearing sneakers more often, I needed to stock up on no-show socks. The best socks I have ever owned are Feetures. I have a few pairs. They feel great and offer a little arch support, but they are pricey. You can see them here. I highly recommend them, but the price point might not be right for everyone. For a better price point on supportive no-show socks, I highly recommend the ones made by Saucony. See them here. I wear them almost every day.
  • Dude Robe. Yep, the last thing I’m listing was made for guys, but I love it! I got to use a Dude Robe at a hotel earlier this year, and wow! Hooded, soft, warm…and cuffed sleeves, so no floppy sleeves…perfect. It’s pricey, but that’s because it’s good. Purchase here.

So there are a few new items I recommend to carry you through the warm days ahead. Finish out the hot months in cute, comfy, inexpensive clothing…or pack it in your luggage! Happy shopping!