Gifts For Your Guy: Make the Man in Your Life Feel Loved

1. Magnetic Grill Light
No ladies, this is not a miracle hair dryer, but it does mean your man might make you dinner more often! Grilling enthusiasts will be able to flip burgers long after sundown with this magnetic grill light, which attaches to grilling tools — he'll never mistake medium-rare for well-done again. ($25)









2. Remote Control Helicopter
Boys will be boys, and this remote-control helicopter will give your man hours of high-flying entertainment. ($19.99)








3. Braun Series 1
This shaver is the key to keep shaving simple and effortless for an irresistibly smooth face, which is a huge bonus if you're like me and have sensitive skin. No more tell-tale signs that you've been sucking face all night long. That's so middle school. Series 1 is washable and has an attractive new ergonomic design. (Starting at $39.99)





4. Ear-Warming Headphones
Help your honey stay hot! These clever ear warmers have a pair of mini speakers, so he can listen to his music and keep his ears warm at the same time. For warmth without the sound, just remove the detachable cord. ($34.95)





5. 12-in-1 Emergency Companion
Not that he ever finds himself in an emergency — but just in case — this device is equipped with 12 features like a LED flashlight, flashers, radio, panic button, compass. Gadget geeks will love it, but it does not guarantee that he'll stop to ask for directions! ($19.99)



If tech toys are not your bag, then you can always hand knit him a scarf. Remember: it's the thought that counts!

xo,

Rebel Deb

Gifting Your Guy: A Rebel Deb’s Guide to Boyfriend-Shopping.

Every Christmas, one of my girlfriend’s inevitably has a new boyfriend.

And every Christmas, she asks the same question: What’s the “right” kind of gift for my new guy?

…Well, that all depends, ladies. First, there’s his style, his attitude, his likes and dislikes…but most importantly…

How long you two have been together.

To make this simple, here’s a timeline for gift-giving your beau (new or old) during this holiday season:

1 – 6 months:

You’re still in that honeymoon stage, so keep it fun, light and most of all – SEXY. Maybe a new cologne, if he’s into tasty smells. Or a new copy of his favorite movie or album to show you’ve done your girlfriend homework. You get extra credit for the personal touches: Gifts for his prized pup, bird, cat, car, etc.




7 months – 1 year:

Okay, so you’re moving into comfy, cozy land… and maybe considering moving in together, too. You’re getting more serious, and so should your gift-giving. It’s time for a bit more investment, both thought and pocketbook-wise. What catches his eye in a store window? What does he whine about when he thinks you’re not listening? What does he keep saying he’s “saving” for, yet never seems to splurge on? Whatever it is, it’s time. To splurge, that is. Especially when you two hit that one-year mark, if you’re ready to make it a year and a day, then get ready to fork over the cash for that new watch or X-Box 360 or whatever it is that symbolizes – to both of you – that you’re in it for year two…

Which brings us to the biggie:


1 year +:

As my Mr. Man once said, “A year is so special because it means you’re in the market for many more.”



















And that, ladies, means your gift needs to mature along with your relationship. At this point, it’s less of a “splurge” and more of an investment in the two of you. So, buying something like that new lay-z-boy he’s been eyeing or a 42” 1080p flatscreen isn’t out of the question. In fact, showing how much you care might even prompt him to pop another one, if you know what I mean…=]























Xo,
Rebel Deb