A housewarming gift is one of those things you can’t skip. You never want to be the person who shows up empty-handed for any event, let alone the first time you visit a friend’s new home. 

But what makes a good housewarming gift, anyway? “It doesn’t have to be expensive, but it should be something lasting for the house,” says the first name in etiquette, the Emily Post Institute. “Possible gifts include guest towels, a houseplant, a patio or garden plant, glasses, dish towels, a picture frame, specialty foods like a great olive oil or preserves, or a cheeseboard and/or cheese knives.”

Don’t feel like you have to go the traditional route, though. Springing for a gift that you know a friend will use is good enough. And when all else fails, just give them booze or food.

Frantoi Cutrera Primo Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Everyone needs olive oil, and it’s one of those pantry essentials that’s perfect for a housewarming gift. “Go to a specialty store and find one you like,” says Houston-based interior designer Lizzy Rose. “Not the bargain stuff from HomeGoods. I prefer olive oil from southern Italy — it’s strong and tasty. This is apparently also Tom Colicchio’s go-to gift as well.” This bottle hails from Sicily and claims it will transport diners to the Central Mediterranean. 

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Aperitivo

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It’s hard to beat a booze-based gift. “Alcohol as a housewarming gift isn’t for everyone, of course, but for recipients who do love to imbibe — particularly those who love a Negroni or a spritz — this Brooklyn-made aperitivo is my go-to,” says SPY deputy editor Avery Stone. “It’s bittersweet — it’s infused with 17 organic botanicals including gentian, kola nut, hibiscus, and rhubarb — and 10/10 refreshing, both on its own with ice or as part of a cocktail.” 

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Hoya Carnosa Tricolor Plant

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A plant is certainly a more traditional housewarming gift, but the Hoya Carnosa Tricolor from The Sill is not. It will bring life into the empty-ish room of a new house, and it will be something that will last. The Sill says it may even flower, if you’re lucky. 

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Maldon Flaky Salt

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Salt is a traditional housewarming gift, but there are differences of opinion on what it represents. Some say it means life will always have flavor; others say it represents hospitality and good luck. Spin it however you’d like, and a big-ass bucket of Maldon Flaky Salt will be a hit. 

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Salt Cellar

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If you want to stay in line with a traditional gift of salt, but you don’t want to give literal salt, a salt cellar is a good alternative. This olivewood keeper from Sur La Table has a magnetic lid that spins and can be kept by the stove for easy access. 

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Duralex Glasses

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This goes out to the guy whose only glasses are the ones he’s stolen from bars and breweries over the years. Duralex has been making glassware in France since the 1940s, so you can be fairly certain of the quality. The shape is a classic Duralex design, but the colors give it a more modern spin. The recipient will never need to steal a beer glass again (not that he will stop). 

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Alabaster Paddle Serving Board

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Our dear friend Emily Post also points to cheese boards as a good housewarming gift. These colorful boards from Terrain check that box, but the aesthetic gives them a modern spin. Give this along with some really good cheese and you will have a very happy recipient. 

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Colorful Cotton Dish Towels by Molly Baz

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It is a proven fact that you can never have too many dish towels. They’ll inevitably get food and other gunk on them and they just wear out. So you can confidently give this stylish set without worrying that someone else is giving the new homeowner the same thing. The limit does not exist. 

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Bed Threads Scalloped Linen Placemats

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Real adults use placemats. These scalloped linen options will dress up any table, and are a great gift for the person whose new home has absolutely nothing in it. 

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Letterfest House Pencil Sketch

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Brace yourself if you can’t handle corny sentiments: New homes are for making memories. Go all in on sentimentality and get your recipient a piece of art that immortalizes their new home. Letterfest does these sketches based on a photo you provide, and the result is a nice little picture that will look perfect on bare walls.

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GrubHub Gift Card

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Emily Post might not love the idea of gift cards, but no one said you have to follow what she says about etiquette all the time. And you know what someone moving into a new place needs most? One less thing to worry about. Make that happen by giving them the gift of not having to cook in the form of a GrubHub gift card. 

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Malin + Goetz Handwash

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Fancy hand soap is one of those things most people don’t want to buy themselves — that’s exactly what makes it a great gift. If you are assuming that a housewarming gift is for the person who needs stuff in their house, then handwash is a very safe bet. 

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DS + Durga Big Sur After Rain

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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again (in this very publication): you can never go wrong with candles. This one is spendy, but it smells like eucalyptus after a rainstorm. It’s one they’ll want to buy for themselves again and again. 

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Gardeners come in many forms. Some have green thumbs; others are of the brown thumb variety. Either type — and those who fall somewhere in between — will end up on your gifting list from time to time. 

“If I’m shopping for a gardener, I would consider their experience level first, then growing environment,” said Marion Brewer, a content strategist at OpenTable who has a backyard garden of her own in Asbury Park, New Jersey. “Are you equipping someone from scratch? If so, maybe get them a nice set of tools. If someone is more experienced, upgrade them by buying the hori hori knife.”

From the basic essentials to the higher-level gear, here’s what to buy for the gardener in your life. 

Hori Hori Garden Tool

This knife is essential for every gardener to have in their arsenal. “The Hori Hori garden tool seems universally beloved by every gardener I know,” said Brewer. Also known as a Japanese weeding knife or Japanese trowel, the stainless tool is ready to go to work, capable of weeding, digging, planting, and more. 

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Japanese Weeding Hoe

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What is it with Japanese garden tools that make them so good? According to the Brooklyn Botanical Garden’s blog, the craftsmanship is better “because garden blade-making in Japan grew out of the sword-making tradition.” In addition to the Hori Hori, a Japanese wedding hoe is a good tool to have on-hand. It can cut through root systems underneath the soil, making it easy to remove pesky weeds from any bed. 

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Garden Heir Gardening Smock

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For the gardener who also subscribes to the Throwing Fits patreon, consider this Garden Heir smock, which is available in many different colors and fabrics. (This one is high-quality Japanese denim.) Brewer said she’s been eyeing a lot of things on Garden Heir’s site. “[I want] basically everything they sell, specifically the clogs and the gardening smocks,” she says. “I don’t own them yet but I very much want them.” 

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LL Bean Gardening Gloves

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Is there anything more classic than LL Bean? The Maine-based brand knows the outdoors, which, of course, includes gardening. And every gardener needs a good set of gloves. In fact, they may need more than one, which means this durable leather set is a worthwhile gift for anyone who’s digging around in the dirt on a regular basis. 

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Flat Basket

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According to Joe Brown, the journalist behind one5c, a newsletter focused on the ways individuals can help mitigate the climate crisis, a flat basket is good to have for harvesting. Is it time to pick those tomatoes and squash from the backyard garden? Time to use a flat basket. Plus, they can double as a décor item when they’re not in use. 

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Steel Canvas Garden Utility Tote Bag

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A gardener needs lots of tools — and they only have so many hands with which to carry trowels, seeds, gloves, and so forth. Made of duck canvas, this heavy-duty bag has room for all of that. There’s also probably room for a portable speaker for the gardener who wants to rock out while they prune. 

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Grow Bags

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Fun fact: you can grow fruits and veggies in bags on your patio. Brewer suggested these for the urban gardener, who might not need a pair of clogs but might appreciate some essentials for compact growing environments like these. 

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Hunter Gardening Clogs

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Gardening is a messy endeavor. It’s an activity that involves trouncing around in dirt, after all. So any gardener needs a good pair of sturdy, if not waterproof, clogs. Hunter, which is most known for its beloved wellies, makes some of the best gardening footwear around.

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Hudson Valley Seed Co. Vegetable Collection

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Maybe your gardener has all the tools in the world. But do they have seeds? “[Hudson Valley Seed Co.] does custom seed blends,” Brown said, noting that seeds make excellent presents. So no matter where the recipient lives and what the environment is like, Hudson Valley Seed Co. probably has what they want, whether it’s pollinator- or wild bird-friendly blends. 

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Good Pruning Shears

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Sure, pruning shears are a fairly basic item, but everyone needs shears. Just like garden gloves, this is the type of item they might need more than one of. At around $60, Felco’s shears are pricier than some, but they are the best-reviewed hand pruners on Amazon and they’ve been reviewed more than 16,000 times. Hard to argue with that. 

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It’s a question many men have wondered at one point in life: do you really have to give an engagement gift? In a word, no. But chances are, if a really good friend just got engaged, you want to celebrate that. So go ahead and spring for an engagement gift. 

But how do you differentiate between a wedding gift and an engagement gift? “Nowadays, there is little difference between the two,” says etiquette consultant Jodi RR Smith. “Engagement gifts tend to be the finer gifts used on occasions.” So don’t be afraid to go for something a little frivolous, beautiful, or just plain celebratory. That’s what it’s all about. (No need to overthink your gift, either. According to etiquette expert Emily Post, an engagement gift is “a good-hearted gesture of affection, and it need not be expensive or elaborate.”)

But if you do want to elevate the gift, Smith suggests spending a little more. “Guests can find something meaningful for the couple that relates to the friendship over the years,” she says. Here are some gifts that will celebrate the happy couple at a range of different price points.

Urban Stems Arrangement

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Flowers are a classic way to commemorate an occasion, and Urban Stems makes it easy. Gone are the days of seeking out a local florist (unless you really want to). Urban Stems lets you order flowers totally online and send them anywhere. 

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Plant from The Sill

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A plant is celebratory, too. And you can make some kind of analogy in the card about how it’ll last long (absent an unexpected catastrophe or general carelessness), just like the couple’s love. 

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Bottle of Veuve Clicquot

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Obviously, nothing is more celebratory than champagne. Sure, it’s predictable, but if a couple just got engaged they’ll want to celebrate. Help them do it with a bottle of the good stuff. 

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Cote Korean Steakhouse Butchers Feast

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Celebration usually involves some good, memorable meals. Maybe you can’t be there in person to take the happy couple to dinner. But a little help from Goldbelly, you can send them a meal from Cote Korean Steakhouse, a Michelin-starred restaurant that pairs the experience of Korean barbeque with a classic American steakhouse. 

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Undated Papier Planner

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The couple will need a notebook to jot down all the wedding ideas and tasks they’ll inevitably have on their plate. Give them a high-quality journal like this one from Papier that’ll aid them in the planning process. “An engagement gift is the guest’s chance to get creative and personal,” adds Emily Forrest, director of communications at wedding registry site Zola. “I love to get couples something that reminds me of a moment we’ve all shared or something I know they want. Guests also commonly gift wedding necessities, such as a planner.”

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Harry & David Gift Box

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Long before subscription boxes were buzzworthy, direct-to-consumer offerings, Harry & David was slinging gift boxes and baskets. No one does it like them. A shipment from H&D is always welcome and appropriately celebratory. 

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Personalized Lucite Tray

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“Nothing elevates a gift more than a personal touch,” Forrest said. “It’s great to purchase a [wedding] gift off of the registry, but try to find an added meaning or a personal element that can make it that much more special to the couple.” Pop the couple’s soon-to-be last name on this lucite tray, and you’ll have a super personal gift. (Yes, you’re skipping a few steps ahead with this one, but the couple will love seeing their married name on something as they start to plan the big day.)

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Personalized Ring Dish

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Getting engaged is about love and commitment, but it’s also about the ring. A ring dish is a nice little token to commemorate the occasion. And besides, the couple will need a place to put their new jewelry eventually. This dish is pretty and dainty, and the personalization is perfectly subtle. 

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Dot Vase

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Not all gifts have to be practical. Sometimes they can be of the “just because” variety. A vase is definitely that, and it sticks with the celebratory theme. If you’re dealing with a more traditional couple, go for something in Waterford Crystal. If the couple is a little cooler than that, check out Coming Soon NY’s offering, like this charming dot vase. 

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Quince Cashmere Throw

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Quince makes products out of high-quality materials for reasonable prices. This throw is made from Mongolian cashmere and is a great gift because it just feels premium. It’s something that’s going to make your friends feel special, and getting engaged is certainly a special occasion.

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Waterford Classic Frame

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And now for something totally traditional: a sterling silver frame. They’ll keep this forever, and maybe they’ll even pop a photo from their engagement inside.

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If you could fly into the room of any 30-something-year-old man in America, Peter Pan-style, you’d probably discover multiple pairs of dress socks that someone gave them as groomsmen gifts. But how many pairs could one man possibly need? And don’t people buy socks for themselves on a regular basis? The questions abound, but groomsmen gifts, sadly, tend to be predictable. But they don’t have to be! 

“The secret to a great gift is giving something the groomsmen would really like,” says etiquette coach Jodi RR Smith. “What to give depends on the groom’s budget as well as what he and his buddies like doing together. The gift can be wedding-related, such as engraved cufflinks, or bachelor party-related, such as monogrammed golf balls.” 

So resist the urge to give groomsmen a gift that feels patently groomsmen. Just give your guys something cool. Here are some suggestions for things they might like.

Pocket Square

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A pocket square is pure class. “A pocket square with initials is a great gift as it hits all the points for a good gift — it’s personalized, it can be used on the wedding weekend, and it’s stylish and memorable,” said Myka Meier, an etiquette coach.  

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Art of Play Playing Cards

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Maybe you played round after round of Texas Hold ‘Em at the bachelor party. Give the groomsmen some nice playing cards to commemorate that. But don’t just give them any cards — go for these well-designed, aesthetically pleasing Art of Play cards. These don’t cost that much, but that’s OK. “The amount a groom spends on groomsmen’s gifts is dependent on the groom’s budget,” Smith said. “ It can be as low as $20 to well over $2,000.”

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Gucci Loafers

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If you’re going to take Smith’s suggestion on budget and you have money to burn, why not drip your boys out in some Gucci loafers. These are a gift that’s sure to wow, and they’ll have them forever. Plus, they’ll look fresh to death wearing these in wedding photos. 

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Aesop Moroccan Neroli Shaving Duet

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Show your best bros some love by giving them the gift of better skincare. Aesop makes some fancy, great-smelling stuff, and this shaving set is no exception. Perhaps they’ll even use it the day of the wedding to make sure they’re looking extra moisturized. 

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The James Pocket Knife

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Look, we don’t make the rules here. But most men are going to be thrilled with a cool knife, and the James Pocket Knife is not your average Swiss Army knife.  

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Trade Coffee Subscription

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Got some coffee nerds (or wannabe coffee nerds) in your wedding party? Give them the gift of java. Trade lets you choose from more than 450 coffees from over 50 different roasters in the U.S. This gift will result in the most bright-eyed, bushy-tailed groomsmen anyone has ever seen. 

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Parachute Home Slippers

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Slippers certainly don’t jump out as a typical groomsmen gift, but that’s why they’re a good one. Everyone needs slippers, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a man who’s going out and buying himself nice slippers such as these just because. 

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Personalized Golf Towel

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Go ahead, personalize something for your bros. Sure, it’s a little corny, but for something like a golf towel, it’s a nice touch. (How many of these do you have that you picked up as a free gift for the first 1000 people at a sporting event?) A personalized towel means something, and Mark & Graham offers many options for customization. This is also a great gift if golf is an element of the wedding or bachelor party festivities. 

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Bonobos Tie

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So maybe a tie is a predictable groomsmen gift. That’s only OK if it’s actually a good, stylish tie. And in that case, you want to get your wedding party ties from Bonobos. “Anything that can help elevate the wedding party’s attire at the wedding, while also being versatile enough to use again, is always welcome — and the partner will certainly be happy too!” said Emily Forrest, director of communications at Zola. “Coordinated ties or pocket squares add a classy and cohesive feel to the wedding party.” 

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Old Fashioned Cocktail Set

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This is a fun one because it would look nice in an office or a home bar situation, and most men are not buying themselves fancy glassware on a regular basis. “It’s always nice to cater to personalities,” Forrest said. “If they enjoy a cocktail, a bottle of whiskey and some glasses would never be turned away.”

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Paul Smith Wallet

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Wallets are one of those items that guys end up having to replace again and again, so give your groomsmen a gift like this stylish leather version from Paul Smith. It won’t fall apart after a year and it actually looks a little more distinctive and on-trend than your average basic brown leather wallet.

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Herschel Duffle

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Hopefully you’ve reached the point where your guys aren’t just tossing their weekend stuff in a ratty old gym bag. And if they are, they’ll need something respectable to replace it. Herschel makes some stylish bags that they’ll use over and over, even after the wedding is through. 

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Leather Dopp Kit

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In keeping with that same theme, your boys might not actually have a dedicated bag to store their toiletries. Everyone needs a place to stash (at the very least) their toothbrush, razor, and deodorant. So don’t be afraid of Etsy, which is the best place to find your best dudes a nice leather bag with their initials on it. 

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Yeti Tumbler

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These things are popular and for good reason: Yeti’s tumblers are extremely effective and also discreet. Want to show up to a sporting event with an adult beverage? Or do you need to keep your brews cold at the golf course? A Yeti tumbler is your best bet. It’s the gift your friends never knew they needed.

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Mash&Grape Subscription

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Give your bros the gift that keeps on giving: a booze subscription. Mash&Grape lets you pick which spirit you want to give and then will send the recipient curated monthly boxes of booze from producers all over the world. This is a gift that keeps the party going long after the wedding is over. 

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Did you wake up one day and realize everyone around you was suddenly into golf, or are you just in your mid-30s? “Ever since the pandemic, more people have taken up the game than basically ever before,” says Drew Millard, author of the book Golf Can Save Your Life. “What’s cool about this new golfing cohort is that they’re younger and more diverse than the typical golfing crowd. Golf is basically hiking, dress-up, hanging with your friends, and low-stakes competition.”

He’s not wrong. More people are golfing than ever before. According to the National Golf Foundation, in 2022, more than a third of the U.S. population played golf or followed golf in some capacity, which is up 12% from the previous year. That’s a lot of people — which means you probably have a golfer in your life, and at some point, you’re going to have to buy something for them. If you don’t know much about golf yourself, you’ve come to the right place. This guide has some great, golf-centric ideas for your pal who can’t tear himself away from the links. 

How Golf Can Save Your Life

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There are many different types of golfers in this world. Millard wrote a book for all of them, especially the ones who are also terminally online. “It’s funny at points and delves into the inanities of the game,“ he says. “But it’s also frank about the challenges that our tech-addled world brings into our lives and shows how golf helped me get outside of myself — off the computer and on the damn links.”

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Lie+Loft Print

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Lie + Loft sells unique course maps and illustrations that your favorite golfer will love. “Lie + Loft is one of my favorite indie golf brands — they’re based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and specialize in beautiful, high-quality golf-related art prints. They also sell hats and these little leather-bound notebooks called ‘log books’ that help you catalog your round,” Millard says. 

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TaylorMade TP5 Golf Balls

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There’s one thing golfers will always need more of, and that’s balls. TaylorMade TP5 is one of Golf Galaxy’s best sellers, so you know it’s good. However, Millard warns that you should figure out what your golfer’s preferred balls are, lest you give them a set that goes unused. 

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Malbon Golf Shirt

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There’s no reason golfers have to dress like grandpa anymore — unless they’re doing it in a cool way. Malbon Golf sells clothes for golfers who also look like they shop at Rowing Blazers and may have waited in line for a Supreme drop at one point in time. 

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Golf Galaxy Gift Card

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Unless you’re a golfer yourself, this could all feel very foreign to you. It’s OK to admit what you don’t know, and spring for a gift card so the recipient can stock up on whatever golf gear their heart desires, including their favorite set of balls. 

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Chipping Net

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It’s not always possible to make it to the driving range. In that case, a set of chipping nets is good to have. This GoSports pop-up net can be set up in the backyard or the basement and will help golfers improve their shot. 

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Vice Golf Gloves

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Vice Golf makes high-quality golf gear at reasonable prices, and the brand’s gloves are no exception. Made of lambskin, they have a flexible fit and they come in a range of colors. 

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Metalwood Trucker Hat

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“If your giftee is into quote-unquote ‘fashion,’ then you might want to nab them something from Metalwood Studio, which is far and away the most popular brand among people who would use the word ‘jawn’ to describe a piece of clothing,” Millard says. Spring for a hat like this green trucker. It will stand out on the golf course, while still communicating that this isn’t the golfer’s first rodeo.

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Todd Dempsey Club

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This is a spendier gift, but if your budget allows, then go nuts. “If you’re trying to drop a bajillion dollars on a golf gift, then you should consider getting the artisan clubmaker Todd Demsey to hand-craft a custom persimmon golf club for your giftee,” Millard says. Dempsey is a Florida-based clubmaker who used to be on the PGA tour himself and now makes beautiful custom wooden clubs. “His clubs are incredibly cool-looking and are said to hold their own against anything made out of metal.” 

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One Hitter Golf Tees

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It can be challenging to shop for a golfer, because golfers are particular. “Somebody who’s so obsessive about golf that you’re buying them a golf-related gift can be hard to shop for — golfers have their preferences about what kinds of stuff they use, and if you’re just like ‘Oh, Fred likes golf so let me get him some golf balls,’ then you might end up getting Fred some balls he’ll never use,” Millard says. “However, there are a ton of things around golf that are always great, like towels and art and hats and these ridiculous golf tees that you can smoke weed out of.” Now that is one accessory that would make for a great day on the links.  

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Yeti Tumbler

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There’s a reason Yeti products end up on best of lists all the time — they’re actually good products. Golfers need to sip on something while they’re playing, and this will keep their drink at the right temp. Plus, it’s discreet, so if they’re crushing spiked seltzers, no one has to know. 

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Buying gifts is hard enough, but add the pressure of a wedding into the mix, and it gets more challenging. If the couple has a registry, that’s a great place to start. “A registry is great because it’s literally a shopping list, so you know they’re going to love your gift,” says etiquette coach Myka Meier.  

However, registries can be picked over by the time the wedding nears, and some people eschew them entirely. “Registries are suggestions, not obligations,” says etiquette consultant Jody RR Smith. “You can use the registry as a guide for the couple’s tastes and lifestyle.”

And so, sticking to the registry is not a hard and fast rule — think of it more so as a point of inspiration. “If you go off-registry, make sure to include a gift receipt where possible,” Meier says. “If the registry is almost completely bought out by the time you go to purchase a gift, you could get the couple a gift card at that store for anything else they’d like to add, or buy something else thoughtful.” 

But how much do you have to spend anyway? “The gift amount can vary depending how well you know the couple and if your gift is just from you or from a couple or family, in which case you would likely spend a bit more,” Meier says. Looking for an actual benchmark? Emily Forrest, director of communications for wedding registry site Zola, told SPY that most guests spend around $100. With that in mind, look to these recommendations for inspiration. 

Champagne Flutes

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Weddings are cause for celebration, and nothing says celebration like champagne. Get the couple a pair of nice champagne flutes like this classic Waterford set. They’ll last a lifetime, as long as no one drops them, and they’re a nice memento of a happy season of life. 

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Champagne Bucket

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A champagne bucket sticks to the theme of celebration. This one can be personalized, too, for an extra touch. Plus, when they’re not being used to keep bubbly chilled, champagne buckets can double as planters for a centerpiece. 

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Williams Sonoma Gift Card

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Gift cards get a bad rap. Sure, they’re not exactly personal, but they allow the recipient to get whatever the hell they want. There are some occasions that call for them, too. Maybe you don’t know the couple all that well, or maybe the registry is picked over. A gift card — whether it’s to Williams-Sonoma for kitchen essentials or, you know, a Provencal rooster pitcher — is a good bet. 

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A Cash Gift

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It’s that simple: some people just want money! And that makes it easy on you. “Monetary gifts are just as appropriate as a tangible gift,” Forrest says. “It really just depends on the couple. On Zola, we have the option for couples to add cash funds to their registry so guests have the opportunity to put a monetary value towards a specific gift on the couple’s registry. When you’re attending the wedding, a personalized card with money is also a nice option.”

As for how much you give, Smith says you can get creative. “When giving monetary amounts, it’s festive to choose meaningful or lucky numbers,” she says. “For example, for this year, instead of giving $200.00 as a gift, give $202.30 for 2023.”

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Decanter

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This Riedel decanter is spendier, but it is beautiful. For a close friend who’s an oenophile, this is the gift to get. Want to take it a step further? Pair it with a bottle of wine from the year the couple met. 

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Parachute Home Robes

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Parachute Home’s robes are consistently rated as some of the best around, and nothing says “we’re married!” like owning a set as a couple. Better yet, take them to a local tailor and get them personalized with the couple’s initials (are you sensing a theme?). 

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Le Creuset Dutch Oven

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Want to get the couple something that will stand the test of time? Enter Le Creuset’s dutch oven. These enamel pans are heavy, durable, and will last years and years.

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Luggage Tags

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Luggage tags aren’t exactly a registry must-have, but they can be a sleeper hit of a gift, particularly if one or both members of the couple are changing their last names. Meier suggested a matching set of luggage tags for them to take on their honeymoon. It’s thoughtful, unique, and shows you were thinking ahead. 

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Coming Soon NY Glassware

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Not every couple wants the traditional, run-of-the-mill glassware. For them, look to Coming Soon NY, which offers unique housewares and other objects. These gradient glasses are beautiful and one-of-a-kind — a good fit for a couple that doesn’t fit into a predictable box.

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Frette Percale Cotton Sheets

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With this gift, we’re swinging back to a more traditional direction. But that’s not a bad thing. A fresh set of sheets is perfect for the fresh start that is a new marriage. Frette’s sheets are some of the best around, and their percale cotton feels like real cotton — it doesn’t have the silky feel of regular sateen. 

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Super-Plush Brooklinen Towels

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Just because you’re giving a traditional gift — like towels, which are a wedding registry staple — doesn’t mean you have to go with a traditional aesthetic. Brooklinen makes quality linens, and the brand’s Super-Plush towels are no exception. This set comes in several different prints and colorways in case the two getting married aren’t exactly pristine white towel types.

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Custom Place Painting

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Where did the couple meet? Is there a place that you know is significant to their relationship? Consider giving them a custom painting of a place that’s meaningful to them. This is certainly not something that would appear on their registry, but it’s thoughtful and special. 

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Father’s Day is upon us, which means one thing: resisting the recurring urge to buy dad a set of useless whiskey stones he doesn’t need, or another corny tie that he also doesn’t need. Don’t fall into the trap of boring, rote Father’s Day gifts that send the message, “I had to buy you something, so here’s the best thing I could find in Amazon’s dedicated Gifts for Dad section.” But Father’s Day gifts don’t have to be bland or run-of-the-mill. 

“There are three classes of all-time great gifts,” says Joe Brown, who writes the newsletter one5c, which focuses on the ways individuals can help mitigate the climate crisis. “One is the thing you never knew you wanted, but somebody got it for you and it has dramatically improved your life.”  

The second type of great gifts, according to Brown, is the upgrade — an elevated version of an item you already own. (For him, that was an outdoor pizza oven.) The third is an experience. “I have so much shit,” he says. “I want an encapsulated experience with my child that will be fun. Maybe we go to brunch and she makes me some silly drawing that I’m obliged to keep for 100 years.”

One of these types of gifts will be a slam dunk for dad, whether it’s an experience, an upgrade, or something they’d never expect to receive.

Ooni Pizza Oven

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Even if this isn’t an upgrade for dad, it’s something he’ll enjoy tinkering with. “I was making pizzas in a really shitty little pizza oven that kind of bolted onto my grill,” Brown says. “So my daughter, who is four, got me a pizza oven because we do pizza every Friday.” Ooni sells pizza ovens in several different sizes and configurations, but this one is good for 12-inch pizzas and can work with either wood or gas. It’s a great starting point for a dad who’s just dipping his toes into at-home pizza making.  

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Pizza Camp: Recipes from Pizzeria Beddia

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$27.85 $29.95

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Buying dad a pizza oven? Operating on If You Give a Mouse a Cookie logic — which dads who’ve had young kids should be familiar with — if you buy dad a pizza oven, he’ll need a cookbook to go with it. This cookbook, from famed Philly pizza joint Pizza Beddia’s Joe Beddia, will give dad the tools to make an A+ pizza at home, from classics to new combinations that gave Pizza Beddia its reputation (ike roasted corn with cherry tomato and basil). 

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ENO DoubleNest Hammock

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$84.95

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While some dads want to tinker with a pizza oven, others just want cool gear. “Perhaps I’m unique, but I always want toys,” says Matt Hardigree, a dad who serves as the publisher of The Autopian. “I think of camping as a way to, mostly, make my camping bag heavier. My family knows this and always gets me fun camping gear. One Father’s Day I got a sweet collapsible hammock that I love to set up every time we camp.” ENO’s portable hammock won’t make his camping bag much bulkier either, at just a little over a pound, and since it’s super portable, dad can use it anywhere he wants, whether he’s on an overnight excursion or he’s just cracking a couple cold ones in the backyard. 

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Parachute Home Slippers

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$25.00 $49.00

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Slippers. Are they something dad would go out and consciously buy for himself, or is he still rocking the same free pair he snagged from a hotel on a work trip ages ago? Chances are, he’s in the latter camp, and if so, go ahead and buy him some. This pair from Parachute Home is technically similar to what dad can get for free at a Hilton, but much, much better and softer. And they won’t look worn out after just a couple of wears. 

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Art Frame for Kids Art

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If the dad you’re thinking of is anything like Brown, he holds on to every little scribble his kiddo has ever done — and he probably needs something to display it in. This art frame is hinged, so dad can regularly swap out one masterpiece du jour for the next. It also hits two key notes in that it’s expensive and thoughtful. Brown, for his part, is hoping to receive one this Father’s Day. 

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Thermoworks Instant Read Thermometer

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$79.96 $99.95

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A thermometer can be both a left-field gift and an upgrade. “Thermometers are great presents that nobody would buy for themselves,” Brown said. “I have an instant read Thermoworks thermometer that I have not changed the battery in for 10 years.” The Thermapen One will give an accurate temperature read in less than a second, and it promises accuracy within half a degree Fahrenheit. 

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Hotel Stay

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$25.00 - $500.00

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Sometimes the best Father’s Day gift is time with the kids, but some years, dad might just want some quality time without them. In that case, a hotel stay and a babysitter to watch the kiddos is a great bet. Mom will be thrilled, too. 

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Rhoback Performance Polo

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$94.00

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There are all kinds of dads in this world, and one of the most archetypal is the golf dad. Sure, he probably has tons of golf gear, but Rhoback’s lightweight moisture-wicking polos are more stylish than most, with tons of fun prints and colorways. They also sell half-zips, and some of their polos even come in kids’ sizes so dad’s littlest caddy can match. 

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Lie + Loft Print

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Maybe said golf dad has played a course that’s particularly memorable for him. Lie + Loft sells unique, minimalist prints of golf courses around the world, including Pebble Beach, St. Andrews, and Casa De Campo. If the course you want isn’t available, they’ll even do custom illustrations of the course of your choice. 

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Asian Pantry Favorites Gift Set

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$65.99

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Food gifts are always a solid bet, and Umami Cart offers a treasure trove of Asian groceries and ingredients. Check to make sure they deliver to dad’s zip code because he’ll love this set of pantry staples, which includes tasty things like Fly By Jing Chili Crisp, Kewpie Mayo, an Omsom Meal starter, and more. 

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Fly Fisherman's Gold

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$30.00

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Don’t worry. We haven’t forgotten the Fishing Dad. A volume from Fly Fisherman’s Gold will wow him, not least of all because you’ll have to do some legwork to even find a copy, whether it’s an edition on trout or salmon. However, these books are out of print, so look for them on secondhand sites or just go for broke and buy him the complete volume. Either way, “books are underrated gifts in general,” says Brown. “Old leather books feel good. You want to keep them around.”

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Solo Stove

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The Solo Stove is one of those ideal gifts in that everyone benefits from it. Give it to dad and there are sure to be many backyard bonfires in the future. The Bonfire 2.0 is the best-selling edition of Solo Stove’s smokeless, portable fire pit. It’s great if you want to have a fire but you want to keep it contained and don’t want to do much cleanup work. Dad will thank you. 

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Finding a really great gift doesn’t require breaking the bank. In fact, some of the best gifts may cost you next to nothing, and there are bound to be people you don’t want to spend all that much on anyway.  

“Really, a great gift is timing-dependent,” says writer Drew Millard. “As in, any gift is kind of great if the giftee isn’t expecting to receive it. Like, one time a friend came over to my house and was like, ‘I saw this and thought of you so I bought it,’ and handed me a golf-themed ashtray. I was overjoyed.” (Fittingly, Millard just wrote a book called How Golf Can Save Your Life, out this May.) 

When it comes to gifts, the dollar amount doesn’t really matter. What you should try to do instead is put yourself in the headspace of the person you’re shopping for. What do they like to do? What’s something they’d really like to have? Go for gifts that are in line with their personal interests. “Unexpected gifts are more about a physical object representing and reaffirming the connection you have with another person,” says Millard. 

Whether you’re shopping for a significant other, a parent, a friend, a coworker, or a neighbor who you don’t even really know that well, they’ll love these gifts. And you’ll love them too, because you won’t be spending loads of cash to give something awesome. 

Inexpensive Film Camera

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$47.00 $59.99

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Are you shopping for someone who likes to take photos? “Get them a disposable camera or a film camera — like this one that’s under $50 — then go take some photos together,” says Ashley Hosmer, a Portland-based creator. This gift does double duty: You’re both giving something thoughtful and committing to an activity to do together (which costs nothing).

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Tarzian West Mortar and Pestle

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$21.99

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Special tools for the kitchen are big hits that don’t necessarily have big price tags to match. “I’m a big home cook but I always get super stressed when I’m making a recipe that calls for crushed spices,” says Emilie Friedlander, co-host of the podcast The Culture Journalist. “I asked my dad for a mortar and pestle for Christmas, and he got me this really nice, heavy stone one from Cole and Mason. It’s only about $30, but it’s saved me a lot of anxiety while trying to pull together dinner after a long day of work.” As a gift, this checks a number of boxes: It’s inexpensive, it’s thoughtful, and it will be useful for years to come. 

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Louis Sherry Chocolates

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Supposedly good things come in small packages, and Louis Sherry Chocolates are proof. “My go-to gift for under $100 is Louis Sherry Chocolates,” says Jensyn Gagne, a St. Petersburg-based marketing consultant. “They come in metal tins with a variety of colors and designs that you can choose from — they’re the perfect gift for almost anyone.” 

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Nest Candle

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$80.00

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You can never have too many candles. Need a hostess gift? Candle. Need a gift that seems nicer than it is? Candle. Need a gift for literally anyone in your life? Candle, candle candle. And Nest candles also come in beautiful packaging, so you don’t even really have to wrap it if you don’t want to. 

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Chokepoint Capitalism

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Sometimes a good gift is one that makes people think. “Chokepoint Capitalism explains in a really comprehensive way that major tech companies have stacked the deck against creative workers and figured out a way to wring more money out of our work than the creators do themselves,” says Friedlander. “Before this book came along, I just hadn’t seen anyone explain how this is playing out in so many different industries and impacting so many different kinds of creators at once, from musicians and actors to journalists, podcastors, and YouTubers. My co-host Andrea suggested that it should be required reading for anyone working in the entertainment and media industries, and I agree. It just might be my go-to gift this year.” 

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A Bucket of Flaky Salt

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$16.72

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You can’t go wrong with food! “For people who I don’t know that well, like neighbors or colleagues, I go the route of elevating an everyday item,” says Hosmer. “Everyone eats, right? So a go-to gift strategy for me has been elevating pantry items: fancy flaky sea salt in a giant bucket, squeeze bottles full of delicious olive oil, a jar of chili crunch or my favorite soy sauce (if you’ve only had Kikkoman, be prepared — there is no going back once you’ve tried this).”

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Fly By Jing Sichuan Flavor Set

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To that end, a Fly By Jing gift set can make a great gift. This one includes a jar of chili crisp, a jar of chili oil, chili crisp vinaigrette, a sauce, and a spice mix. Fly By Jing’s offerings are undoubtedly delicious, and this gift is pretty universal in that it works for people you know well and those you don’t. 

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Wood and Marble Wine Chiller

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$69.00

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Anyone can bring a bottle of wine as a host gift, but it takes a special person to gift a wine chiller. And what makes it even better? Mark & Graham offers personalization options — and the price is still under $100. This is an impressive gift that’s not too bad on the wallet. 

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Foodheim: A Culinary Adventure

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$35.00

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Eric Warheim is a comedian-turned-bon vivant who approaches cookbook writing with the comedic sensibilities that made people love him as one half of the avant garde comedic duo Tim & Eric. His cookbook is excellent and quirky, and is a great fit for a foodie who also loves comedy. Cookbooks make great gifts in general, so if this one isn’t exactly the right fit, go for one like Alison Roman’s Nothing Fancy or Samin Nosrat’s Salt Fat Acid Heat.  

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Checkerboard Coasters

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$72.00

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Your first impression might be that coasters are not an exciting gift, and if so, your first impression would be wrong. Just look at these things. They’re beautiful, trendy, and would add a nice pop of color to your friend or loved one’s living room. 

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Floral Towels

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When buying gifts, Hosmer suggests elevating items the recipient already owns. Most people already have bath towels (and if they don’t, that’s another conversation). But these cute, breathable cotton ones are a nice twist on a staple, and they’re $18 each. Towels are one of those things people aren’t chomping at the bit to go buy for themselves, which is why giving them is nice and unexpected. 

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Books

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Books are a gift you can tailor to the recipient. Hosmer has a great example with a little added flair. “This past Christmas, I was pretty proud of a gift I gave a new friend,” she says. “We have the same taste in books and scents and I knew she wanted to read Book Lovers by Emily Henry but hadn’t purchased it yet. I got her a copy of that. Plus, the main characters both wear the fragrance Book by Commodity, so I paired a travel-size version of it with the book. It’s a scent I knew she’d like and I thought being able to smell it when she reads about it would elevate the experience. I got her both for under $50.”

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When you think of the woman who has everything, you probably have a particular person in mind. Maybe it’s your fancy mom who can buy anything she wants for herself. Or maybe it’s your mother-in-law, who just moved out of a big home and, in the spirit of downsizing, doesn’t want any more stuff. Or maybe it’s a quirky, hard-to-peg friend who has incredible taste. Regardless, finding great gifts for women who have everything doesn’t have to be rocket science. 

“I immediately think ‘rich step mom.’ That’s just where my mind goes,” says Portland-based creator Ashley Hosmer. “This woman can afford the best for herself, so what do you get her? For her, I’d go [for the] unexpected.” That means thinking a little bit about who she is and what she likes to do. “Where is she from or where has she traveled?,” Hosmer says. “Are there any delicacies from that region that she maybe hasn’t had since her childhood or travels? Is she one of those women who rarely allows herself an indulgence?” 

But no matter what, when in doubt, go for thought and great presentation. “A good gift takes the receiver into great consideration or is something objectively swoon-worthy,” says St. Petersburg-based media consultant Jensyn Gagne. “For me, though, it’s all about the presentation. Unwrapping something beautiful makes the experience much more special.”  

Sometimes that wow factor is all you need. And if you still need some direction, these selections should help you find something fabulous for the equally fabulous woman you’re shopping for.

Book of the Month Subscription

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$59.99 - $199.99

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For book lovers, Hosmer suggests a Book of the Month subscription. This service features between five and seven books per month, and the recipient gets to pick the ones he or she wants to keep. Available in three-, six-, or 12-month installments, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. 

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Chanel Hand Cream

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“Inversely, the woman who has everything is the woman who doesn’t want anything,” says Gagne. In other words, she’s the woman who will always swear up and down that you don’t have to get her anything. “The perfect gift for this type of woman is a little luxury.” So think high-end. If that gives you sticker shock, here’s a pro-tip: Look to the accessories or beauty section of luxury brands, which is where you’ll find impressive gifts at lower price points. That’s exactly why this hand cream is a great choice — it smells great and comes with the cachet of Chanel without the price of a classic quilted bag. 

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Perfumed Matches

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$25.00

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Does the woman you have in mind like candles? Of course she does, because who doesn’t? “Get her my favorite matches — they release scent when you strike them,” Hosmer says. 

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DedCool Perfume Sampler

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$30.00

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“This may be a controversial answer, but my go-to gift for someone who has everything is simply: good smells,” says Veronica DeSouza, WNYC and Gothamist’s Director of Digital News and Audience and author of the shopping newsletter buy, bitch! “This can be a nice candle, perfume (I love gifting this sampler from DedCool), or even a room spray. 

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Yield Design Candle

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Candles will never let you down either, no matter what you think. “I feel like candles are thought of as lazy gifts but I disagree,” de Souza says. “It’s just gotta be a really good one.” She suggests the Palo Santo candle form Yield Design.

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Creations de Paris Stationary

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$20.00

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Luxury paper products are always a great option, and Gagne suggests these Creations de Paris notecards, which are both beautiful and timeless. They evoke the signs for the Paris Metro and look more luxe than their price point would have you think. 

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Catbird Studs

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$118.00

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Jewelry is a crowd-pleaser gift. So are diamonds, which makes these Catbird studs check two boxes. But because style is so personal, jewelry is something that’s easy to get wrong. These delicate Catbird studs are timeless, though, so you can be reasonably confident they’ll go over well.   

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Jeni's Ice Cream Gift Box

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$58.00

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They say the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach. While that might not be true for everyone, it’s certainly worth a shot. Jenni’s has some of the best and most unique flavors of ice cream, and this gift box of best-selling flavors is a particularly great gift because it’s something the recipient can’t just pick up at their local grocery store. 

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A Cute Print

Jen Toth, aka JenSribblesNY, makes clever and cute prints of places all around New York. The woman who has everything has surely been to the iconic Plaza Hotel, but if not, she has an appreciation for it. (Toth has lots of other pleasing options, too, if there’s another place that’s special to her.) Beyond that, generally, the idea of art is a good one. If you have a theme in mind, you can turn to Etsy to find something that fits.

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Hoshiny Claw Clip

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$18.00

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We’ve already established that gifts for the woman who has everything don’t have to cost a fortune. Sometimes, the move is to go for something cute and or clever. These hair clips from Hoshiny are pure fun. And if the recipient isn’t a dog lover, no problem — the brand has all kinds of different colorful designs, including a watermelon, a carrot, a clip with a checkerboard pattern, and many more. 

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Let's Paint Anywhere Amafli Kit

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$40.80 $48.00

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The woman who has everything deserves some relaxation time, and painting is one way to do that. The Etsy store Let’s Paint Anywhere sells these colorful painting kits. But don’t worry — they’re not your average paint by numbers set. They depict scenes from the Amalfi coast, Paris, Porto, and other exotic locales — places the woman who has everything has most definitely been. 

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Gray Malin Puzzle

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$25.00

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Similar to a painting set, a puzzle is a great way to unwind. This Gray Malin puzzle is two-sided, too, so the recipient gets two puzzles for the price of one. 

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Cute Pajamas

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$124.00

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You can never have too many pairs of PJs. Lake Pajamas makes cute, fashion-forward sets, while Eberjey has great options at a higher price point. 

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Bouqs Subscription

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$44.00 - $69.00

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Who doesn’t love flowers? Certainly the woman who has everything loves to have fresh blooms around. And you can give her that with a Bouqs subscription, which starts at $44/month. Fresh flowers will arrive at her doorstep each month, and you can cancel any time. She’ll love looking forward to each monthly delivery. 

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Your wife is likely the most important person in your life. But anniversary gifts are tricky territory. An anniversary gift is a unique beast, and most people don’t really adhere to Emily Post’s traditional gifts for each year (paper for the first year, tin for the tenth, and *checks notes* wax for the sixteenth). If anything, the thought counts a little extra, here, because it’s very likely that the longer you’re married, the harder it gets to truly wow each other with gifts. 

“If the intention and good will is there then the thought absolutely counts,” says Portland-based creator Ashley Hosmer. “But be mindful of the holiday or occasion. For example, a vacuum would be a wonderful housewarming gift but not a great anniversary gift.” Words to live by.  

So consider the occasion. Anniversary gifts should be thoughtful, meaningful, or just something nice. As with many gifts, a great option is something you can do together. Hopefully that gives you some inspiration. What follows are some specific suggestions to show your wife you love her on your anniversary. 

A Spa Day

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Go to the spa together. You’ll both enjoy it. Writer Ashwin Rodrigues and his wife just celebrated their first anniversary. “It was my first time taking a spa day,” he says. “We got to luxuriate in various steam rooms and saunas, and also take intermittent dips in a cold plunge.” This is the kind of gift that’s a gift for her, but really it’s a gift for both of you. You’re just the one who thought of it. 

You can give your wife a Spafinder gift certificate so she can find a spa in your area that fits the vibe you’re looking for. And you can add more to the experience, based on the place you choose. “Our steaming and sauna-ing was split up by a nice lunch in the spa that consisted of pickled herring, dumplings, and beer,” says Rodrigues. “It was the perfect gift and the best way to spend a Monday.”

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Broadway World Gift Card (or Tickets to a Show)

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$100.00 - $1,500.00

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Consider buying your wife tickets for a show—or a gift certificate to somewhere like Broadway World or something that works in your area so she can choose the show herself. “I’ve always struggled with anniversary gifts,” says Dan Oshinksy, an email newsletter consultant who runs the company Inbox Collective. “My wife really doesn’t need anything and rarely asks for stuff. So I often look for experiences: Tickets to something I know we’ll be able to enjoy together, or reservations for a dinner she’ll love.”

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Wedding Photo Painting

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$57.93+

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It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been married — a little artifact that reminds your wife of your wedding is a sweet and sentimental choice. And Hosmer says going for sentimental gifts for your loved ones is a good bet. This Etsy shop, the Sweet and Savage, will take a photo from your big day and turn it into a custom piece of art. And they can also do the same with photos of your house, your kids, whatever. Your wife will love it. 

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Away Luggage

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$295.00

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An anniversary is an opportunity to give a big-ticket item, and luggage (the good stuff at least) has a tendency to be expensive. If her suitcase has seen better days, consider buying your wife a bag from Away. Bonus points if you buy her luggage with the promise of a trip to somewhere exciting, like the Amalfi Coast or Turks and Caicos. 

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A Big Trip

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Speaking of travel, taking a trip is a fitting way to commemorate the years you’ve spent together. Tablet Hotels is the hotel curation arm of Michelin guides, so you know the hotels they show you are good. You can book stays in cities all over the world, from Paris to Greece to Southeast Asia. 

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Mixtiles

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$60.00 - $1200

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“Take photos together and get one framed — that memory may mean more than a physical gift,” says Hosmer. Anniversary gifts are sentimental by nature, and photos are a reflection of your life together. As a gift, they’re foolproof, and Mixtiles is a service that helps you build a photo wall, so you can give your wife a curated look at the love you share. 

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Artifact Uprising Photo Book

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$17.00 - $259.00

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A photo book can be a huge hit for the same reasons listed above. Pick a specific time frame: it could be the past year or past five years if you’re celebrating a milestone. Or you could organize the photos from your last trip into a book. Whatever you choose, this may bring out the tears (happy ones, of course). 

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A Bottle of Wine from the Year You Were Married

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$12.00 - $2,100

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This obviously gets more expensive the longer you’re married, but getting a bottle of wine from your wedding year is a thoughtful way to commemorate a milestone. If you’ve been married for a long time and buying something in that vintage is cost-prohibitive, worry not. Pick something from your honeymoon destination, or, back to the theme of travel, grab something from a location you’re planning to visit together in the future. 

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Boll & Branch Sheets

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$328.00

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Sure, we’ve established that traditional anniversary gifts are played out. And cotton technically is the traditional second anniversary gift. But sheets wear out, and there’s nothing like a nice, crisp set of organic cotton sheets. Who doesn’t want to go to bed in a soft cocoon? And you’re going to bed together, so this is a gift you both can enjoy. 

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Waterford Crystal Wine Glasses

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$105.00

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Nothing says I love you like something beautiful (and sure, a little frivolous). If you give your wife a couple of these gorgeous Waterford wine glasses, you can continue to add to her collection year after year, until she has a full set. Sticking to tradition, crystal is technically the traditional fifteenth anniversary gift, but feel free to go off-script and give these for any year you’d like. 

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The Last Line LA Diamond Bezel Necklace

An anniversary is an opportunity to go big or go home, and jewelry is the perfect vehicle by which to do so. “I love to gift items that make me think of that person,” says Hosmer. “I recently read a book that had so many lines in it that reminded me of a friend so I ordered it for her and included a little note — no occasion, just because.” Jewelry is not the same thing as a book, but the principle applies here: Look for something that makes you think of your wife. The Last Line is a company that carries trendy jewelry made of colorful gemstones, as well as the classic stuff with delicate diamonds and gold. With a little browsing, you’ll easily find something that fits your wife’s taste.

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Eberjey Silk Robe

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$248.00

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A robe? That’s technically a utilitarian item. But a silk robe? That’s something beautiful and soft that your wife may not buy herself. That, in fact, makes for a great anniversary gift: something she didn’t necessarily think of but you did. Look at you, great spouse.

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