Philadelphia - December 08, 2009

Boy Vey

2009 Guys' Gift Guide

Nothing illuminates a man’s personality like the harsh twinkle of Christmas tree lights. Take our super-scientific quiz to find out how your reindeer rates.

First things first: trendsetter or fashion emergency?
a) He’ll dig the Heather Moore cuff links from Town Home and the wool scarf from local boys Commonwealth Proper.
b) He’ll flip for a gift certificate to Bargain Thrift.

What about his feet? Nice or gnarly?
a) You’ll trek to Bus Stop Boutique for a pair of African Oliberté kicks.
b) Prying off those crusty socks might be the only gift you can give him.

How’s his crib? Fab or drab?
a) You’ll pimp out his pad with quirky prints of his favorite dive and The Big Lebowski by local artist Jim Horwat.
b) You called OSHA.

And when it comes to biking?
a) You’ll make sure his family jewels don’t chafe with DZ Nuts High Viscosity Chamois Cream at Bicycle Revolutions.
b) You bought him a bike once. He regifted it.

Mixology or Miller High Life?
a) You’ll choose Sailor Jerry’s Weekender gift set (complete with flask and cocktail shaker).
b) How about a host of AA pamphlets?

All A’s? Looks like he’s a score.

North Star’s not enough guiding light? Check out ShopTalk for artsy bongs, plants with feet, sleeping bag suits, and other gift ideas for guys.

Photos: Courtesy of Heather Moore; Courtesy of Oliberté; Courtesy of Jim Horwat; Courtesy of DZ Nuts; Courtesy of Sailor Jerry

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