Stocking Stuffer Guide: Manly

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Good Afternoon! So today's post is a follow-up or extension of yesterday's girly stocking stuffer post.  This one is for that amazing man in your life, be it your dad, boyfriend, husband, uncle, you name it he'll be thrilled with these great stocking stuffers I've put together.

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First up we have a few body care gift sets.  I love these b/c they're generally a great value and you generally get several stocking items in one purchase.  The sets I picked are the Kiehl's Men's Starter Kit (retails for $39.50 and is perfect for a Kiehl's/body care beginner; all items in this set are travel size), the Kiehl's Ultimate Man Refueling Set (retails for $58), and the Kiehl's Helping Hands Essentials (retails for $25 and is great for someone who is outside a lot).  These kits are amazing and I think any guy, whether they're into body care or not, will fall in love with these fabulous products.  I have these items linked, but at the can also be found at your local Kiehl's store or Kiehl's counter found at numerous Nieman Marcus and Nordstrom locations.

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Next up I have a few alcohol related products for the wine-o in your life.  If you really want to cheat out on the stocking stuffers. I would suggest just buying a nice bottle of that person's favorite alcohol and just stuffing the stocking with that.  Stockings are pretty much the PERFECT size for alcohol bottles.  So funny how that worked out... Anyway one of my other alcohol related items is whiskey stones (retails for $19.99 from thinkgeek.com; Brookstone sells a stainless steel version for $$24.99) and these are great b/c you put them in your freezer and then use them to chill your drinks without watering them down.  I also found a collapsible shot glass (retails for $7.99 from thinkgeek.com) for the party-er on the go.  Brookstone sells a ton of alcohol-related items, including a variety of wine openers and bottle openers (range in price, but my favorite is the iPhone case one, which retails for $39.99) and pocket breathalyzers (retails for $26.99) to determine if you've had just a little too much fun.

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For the golf-lover in your life they're are a few small golf-related items that are perfect for stocking stuffing.  Golf balls generally come in large boxes of a dozen, but a good amount of brands make little sleeves that contain 3-4 balls; some boxes also package their balls in individual sleeves within the large box, so be sure to ask an associate for more information.  Golf tees are also great b/c you can buy a large quantity for a small amount of money (usually at least 100 tees for $10 or less).  Be sure to find out the gift recipient's tee preferences (material, height, and brand) before purchasing.  A club brush (Frogger makes a great one that retails for $17.99), golf towels, and head covers are other great options.  These items can be found at your local golf or sporting goods store.

Last up I have something that i mentioned in my girly stocking post as well: gift cards!  For the man in your life I'd recommend cards to his favorite restaurant, favorite sports bar, golf course, and iTunes.  These are a little more personal (with the exception of iTunes) b/c it shows you took the time to think about his favorite places.

Well that's about it for now.  I hope this guide helps make your stocking stuffer buying a little easier and enjoyable.  have a safe and happy holidays! Oh and MERRY CHRISTMAS!