December 5, 2007

Boy, Oh, Boy

2007 Holiday Gift Guide for Guys

You’re no politician, but you can win the votes of the men in your life by appealing to their platforms.

Soldier Boy
Soften his rough edges with Skincando’s Combat-Ready Balm. The whipped lotion is handmade with organic ingredients that are as gentle on skin as they are on Mama Earth (Morgan Pharmacy, 3001 P Street NW; 202-337-4100).

Armchair General
He’ll stay comfy in custom-made Birds Boxers, made of two-ply 160-thread count Sea Isle cotton with mother-of-pearl buttons, wide hems, and a roomy posterior (Wink, 3109 M Street NW; 202-338-9465).

Tree Hugger
He wants to shed light on the issues. Bangkok-based Angus Hutcheson’s organic modern fixtures are made of ecofriendly materials like silk cocoons, rattan, and mulberry tree extrusions (Muléh, 1831 14th Street NW; 202-667-3440).

Baby Kisser
Help him keep track of time wasted on the rubber-chicken circuit with an antique wrist or pocket watch from Gold N Time (1742 Connecticut Avenue NW; 202-328-8700).

Paper Pusher
He’ll live vicariously through Edward Ugel’s new book, Money for Nothing, a hilarious account of the local author’s job at a company that offered cash to lottery winners in lieu of incremental payouts.

Influence Peddler
He’s got a lot to say. Bethesda-based videographer Debbie Brodsky will help him get the word out with a documentary about his life, complete with interviews, photos, home movies, and his favorite music.

You’ll be elected Best Gift Giver Ever.

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