Gift Guide: The Gin & Tonic

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Smart and sharp, a polished professional our Gin & Tonic drinker is classy and refreshing with a very orderly view of his world. Spoil him this holiday with gifts that elevate his workplace attire or provide additional comfort to his much needed evenings and weekends off. 

For adding a splash of color to his classic dark suit. Red Shibori Pocket Square from Kirko.

For keeping it classy on his morning commute. A sleek and stylish helmet. Heritage Collection Helmet from Thousand.

For counting down until happy hour - Magnetic Hourglass from Amazon.

For making it to happy hour - a vintage aluminum alloy cocktail shaker. Bien Agiter Shaker from Ace Hotel Shop.

For hosting happy hour - a handsome set of napkins for five.  Linen Cocktail Napkins from Jayson Home. 

For filling that shaker, or pouring straight into his signature drink - a stellar local gin, Vigilante (only available in DC), or a fresh departure from the standard spirit, Barrel- Aged Gin from Koval or Smoked Gin from Empire Spirits Project. 

For mixing with that gin - and because it's the best. If you have lived without this bar essential up until this point, please remedy that this holiday season in every single flavor. Charred Grapefruit Tonic from Bittermilk.

For taking notes, and finding inspiration. Vintage Porsche Journal from Owen & Fred.

For caffeinated inspiration. Hustle Travel Mug from The Created Co.

For fighting a full day of screen staring - non-prescription glasses designed to filter blue light, cut out glare and add some magnification (if needed). Computer Glasses by Felix Gray.

For protecting those lenses, without adding bulk. A simple leather solution. Glasses Case from Maximum Henry.

For streamlining his pockets. Titanium Key Smart from Cool Material.

For further streamlining - a stick on phone case wallet with an easy pull tab to free his most essential cards. Wally Stick On by Distil Union from American Design Club.

For superior pronunciation and dinner party trivia. You're Saying it Wrong available on Amazon.

For stuffing in his stocking and fighting off the dry winter weather - a no-shine all-natural formula. Buckler's Chapped Lip Remedy from Need Supply Co. 

For classic casual - Timex Weekender Chrono from End. If he's been extra good this year, it doesn't get better than this. 

For his daily brew or a leisurely Saturday at home - a pour over system that makes coffee as good as it looks Osaka Pour Over available on Amazon.

For ensuring he never runs out - a monthly subscription to a curated coffee bean collection that features cult favorites La Colombe, Panther and Ceremony. Mistobox.

For keeping everything in it's place whether traveling across oceans or across offices. Leather Tech Envelope from Mark & Graham.

For everyday wear - the dress pants of the future, super technical four-way stretch makes a bike commute a breeze to a 'nano-sphere' repellant coating that means dirt, coffee and rain wipe right off. OG Classics from Outlier. If his office is a little more business casual, don't miss the Slim Dungarees.

For minding the details, in a very compact manner. Men's Emergency Kit from Uncommon Goods.

For weekends off, and filling his t-shirt drawer. Save Me Tee from PBS, Throhand T-Shirt from Saturdays and Nasa Vintage Worm Logo Tee from Trunk Candy.

Also for weekends - a truly handsome house shoe, with removable rubber soles for necessary trips to the outdoors. Mahabis. 

For weekend reading - a subscription (or several). Times/Economist/New Yorker/Atlantic

For smelling like George Washington - a collection of favorite presidential soaps featuring the choice scents of Washington, Eisenhower and JFK. Presidential Bath Soaps from Caswell-Massey.

Finally, because he is. Brave and True Cufflinks from Izola.

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Gift Guide: Rosé all Day

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She's trendy, chill, always dry and just a little sweet. The fun and festive friend who always has an angle on the next big thing. Celebrate her cheerful persona with gifts that get the party started. 

For spreading good cheer to all of her besties - Compliment Postcard Book from ban.do.

For noshing - Compost Cookie Mix from Milkbar.

Because she can and will. Smash the Patriarchy Necklace from Bang Up Betty on Etsy.

For making a plan about that patriarchy issue - and getting her shit together. Better Together Planner Collection from my favorite quirky stationer MochiThings.

For filling out that planner. Emoji Stickers from the aptly named: Emoji Stickers.

For fun - socks screen printed with her favorite lady film. Femme Film Socks from Working Girls.

For seriously perfecting that cat eye - Milk Eye Marker from Sephora.

For perfecting that non-cat eye. Giant Googly Eyes available on Amazon.

For everyday- a sheer easy wearing non-lipstick lipstick. Generation G by Glossier.

For a touch of nature and feeding her obsession - La Croix Planter by Hello Happy Plants (keep checking back for the real star Pamplemousse)

For the gym. Or the couch. A strappy cute sports bra. Montiel has loads of lovely options.

For finding a new favorite fragrance. Juliette Has A Gun Discovery Kit - a series of scents that are a little romantic and a lot rock and roll. From Twisted Lily. 

For displaying her collection - Pin Badge Display Pennant from Cousins Collective on Etsy.

And maybe some new treasures to add to her collection. Clockwise from Carbs: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8

For corralling her arsenal of hot tools from hair dryers to flatirons. Saloniture Tabletop Holder from Elm Bay.

For keeping out the winter chill and some serious Margot Tenenbaum style feels - Faux Fur Coat from Macy's.

For more chill protection. Pink Cashmere Beanie - from & Other Stories.

Rosé Gummy Bears. Because Rosé Gummy Bears. From Pigment.

For some unexpected sparkle - metallic temporary tattoo freckles. Beauty Marks from Mr. Kate.

Because you better. Better Have Tacos Door Mat from Lulu & Georgia.

For dancing and parties, mostly dance parties. Silver Light Up Sneakers from ban.do.

For drinking - or dranking. Turnt Tumbler from Fishs Eddy. Why not get her the full set?

For feeling a little otherworldly - a beautifully screen-printed space scarf. Tarantula Nebula from Slow Factory.

For wearing her heart (or her hashtag) on her sleeve. Custom Arm Candy from Ryan Porter. 

For kitchen magic - a sampler set of delicious seasonings including Magic Unicorn, Campfire, French Picnic, Friends Forever and Santa Salt. Imaginary Friends Sample Pack from Beautiful Briny Sea on Etsy.

Since kitchen magic tastes great on avocado toast - an easy way to preserve the other half for tomorrow. Avocado Huggers from Uncommon Goods. 

For her walls, because it's true - Shit Doesn't Have to Make Sense Print from People I've Loved.

For her desk, for the holidays (or year-round) - Llama Snowglobe from Furbish Studio.

For a rosy outlook - Peony Clear Shades from Nasty Gal.

Or for a more social outlook. Sunnies that sync with her snaps. Spectacles by Snapchat. Check their site for the nearest vending machine where you can snag a pair.

Finally, because she's with her - and always will be. Nasty Woman Tee from Google Ghost.