For The Boys

People always ask me why I don't cover guys' style and my answer is always the same: it's boring.  Don't get me wrong, I know a lot of dudes that have an amazing, stop-you-in-your-tracks way of dressing, and I love watching a menswear show just as much as the next stylephile - but for some reason menswear has just never really been able to hold my interest for very long.  It most likely has something to do with the fact that I don't get to play dress-up in the clothes as I choose them.  (Selfish, yes.  But at least I'm honest?)  However, I've been challenging myself to try new things lately and styling menswear will be my latest dive into untested waters.

The holidays are a stressful time for a myriad of reasons, but gift-giving is usually at the top of the list.  I'm sure I can't be the only one who feels completely at a loss as to what to get for the men in my life - no matter how well I know them.  That's why I've put together this handy little gift guide.  From tortoise-finish Wayfarers to a unique double-face watch and handy gadgets, it features classic, no-fail products sure to please even the pickiest guy on your Christmas List.

 

1. Ray-Ban RB2140 Original Wayfarer Sunglasses, $145; 2. Obey Union Shirt, $96 at American Rag Cie; 3. Marc by Marc Jacobs Leather Backpack, $430 at Neiman Marcus; 4. Gramophone i-pod dock, $800+ at Anthropologie; 5. Polaroid Instant Digital Camera, $299 at Polaroid.com, 6. Boat Shoes, $25 at Forever 21; 7. Philip Stein Ceramic Watch with sapphires, $1,595 at Neiman Marcus

Hopefully these ideas helped you out.  Stayed tuned later this week for more gift guides and holiday styling tips!

Your Golden Girl,

Olive

Images appear courtesy of Ray-Ban.com, American Rag Cie, Neiman Marcus, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Anthropologie, Polaroid.com, Forever21.com, and Philip Stein.