2009 Gift Guide: For Him

Why does it seem that the men in our lives are always the most difficult to shop for? How many cashmere sweaters and alarm clocks does a person really need? Surprise the men in your life this year with one of these fail proof gifts...even for that guy who already has everything.


1. Sports Illustrated has an amazing collection of recent and vintage covers that you can order on their own or framed for under $100. Pick your man's favorite sport, team or era and find just the right one and he'll be scrambling to find the perfect spot to hang it.

2. Just because he grew up doesn't mean he still doesn't want to play with Legos. Let him channel his inner architect with this grown up version, the Fallingwater Lego Set available at Anthropologie.

3. I'm pretty sure that most men (at least the ones I know) covet a fabulous in home bar where they can pour bourbon and test their home brews. You'd be hard pressed to find a more manly serving vessel than this stag pilsner glass, available at Gorsuch.

4. Ever met a man that isn't proud of his grilling? Me neither. Now he can make sure everyone knows who is responsible for that fine piece of meat they are about to bite into with a monogrammed steak brand from Williams-Sonoma. 5. For a true classic, a decoy from Orvis just never goes out of style and is at home in any room in the house. Plus, there are several in the collection so you can add one each year and that means zero present buying angst next year!