Shopping for "the man who has everything" is not easy because he might not need what you want to give him. Or he might not like what you think would be nice for him. Still, there are great gifts for guys that won't break the bank or send you to extraordinary lengths to find just the right present.
The Classic and Classy Man
This type of man, who has a more executive or Chianti lifestyle, likely could use some ties, pens, cuff links, wallets, belts and other accessories that never go out of style. If the recipient is a man who appreciates the art of looking unique, add a little extra style with a monogram.
The Athlete
For the active man who does not mind breaking a sweat, gifts that acknowledge his athletic side could be most appropriate. A subscription to a sport-and-fitness magazine, a gift certificate to a health club or that brand-new putter he's been looking at would be fitting.
The Epicurean
The man who likes the finer things in life would appreciate a great dinner out, an excellent bottle of wine or that cooking gadget he's been eyeing.
The Craftsman
The man who likes working with his hands may be easily pleased with a new set of high-quality tools, a gift card to his favorite hardware store, or if you really want to make his day, a set of hand-held power tools.
The Couch Potato
Face it: He likes to watch TV. A universal remote control, a sound system to augment the theater experience, wireless headphones, TiVo or even a play station might do the trick.
The Intellectual
If he doesn't already have a million books, Amazon.com or some other online bookseller might have the titles he would appreciate. Perhaps an audio book or online download would be a good and more fun idea. And why not some games that would make him think, such as a chess board or some puzzles.
The Gadget Man
"Toys," such as Ipods, digital cameras, even those robotic dogs might make him happy. However, other useful gadgets such as personal organizers, digital translators or an iPhone could be more cherished.
The Bad Guy
This type of guy could welcome more eccentric gifts. Perhaps a trip to Vegas or a bottle of smooth whiskey would make him happy.
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