Showing posts with label valentines day ideas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label valentines day ideas. Show all posts

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Valentines Day Gifts For Him



Valentines Day.A day full of romance and love. It also can be a day of stress.The stress is what to get for that special person in my life. You want and need different ideas so you can give a variety of gifts not the same ones every year. So,we did just that. Here are some shopping choices for you.


For The Guy Who Likes Looking Sharp:
WE ♥: It's the new era for the love note. These collar stays come in fun messages like, 'you have a big heart' to more adult ones like 'that tie will be useful.' Hidden Messages Collar Stays, available at redenvelope.com, $40

For The Guy Who Likes To Smell Good:
WE ♥: Keep the man in your life smelling fresh with this eco-friendly shaving kit, which includes beer-scented soap. Cigar Box Shaving Kit, available on Etsy, $42

For The Guy With Fancy Tastes:
WE ♥: The Mantry is a man's answer to a pantry — just with more delicious finds. The membership-based site sends you six to eight artisan and craft foods a month. Memberships start at $75

For The Guy Who Loves His Glass Of Wine:
WE ♥: This crystal decanter is perfect for anyone who loves a good post-work drink — or just a fancy piece of décor in their house.Nambe Tilt 3-Piece Decanter Set, available at Bed, Bath & Beyond, $200

For The Guy Who Likes Mixing His Own Music:
WE ♥: If you're tired of hearing your partner's taste in music, give him his own space in which to experiment. These small-sized docks not only change colour, but you can also customize colours and songs as different clock modes. iHome Colour-Changing Alarm Clock Speaker, available at Best Buy, $48

For The Guy Who Misses Summer:
WE ♥: Miss the warm weather? So do we. If the man in your life misses everything about shorts, BBQs and riding his bike, treat him to this burger maker that lets you add your own fillings. Mmm ... bacon-stuffed burger. Stuffed Hamburger Press, available at Williams-Sonoma, $15

For The Guy Who Likes A Challenge:
WE ♥: For the guy who isn't challenged enough — or has a serious obsession with video games, the Wii U includes a touch screen controller and interactive games. Nintendo Wii U, available at Future Shop, $350

For The Guy Who Doesn't Like To Get Used To Tech:
WE ♥: Face it, some men don't like change. If the man in your life doesn't want the latest smartphone or fancy gadget, melt his heart with this retro phone receiver. Retro Phone Receiver, available at Urban Outfitters, $28

For The Guy Who Thinks He Knows Everything About Beer:
WE ♥: It's fair to say most men think they know everything about beer. To keep him busy for the rest of the year, let him make his own! Beer Making Kit, available at Chapters/Indigo, $50

For The Guy Who Missed Hockey ... A Little Too Much:
WE ♥: Maybe the hockey lover in your life shed a tear during this NHL lockout, but we already know how excited he is about the return of the sport. At least this gift will ensure hockey will never leave him — unless it's in the laundry. College Concepts Montreal Canadiens, available at the NHL store, $18

For The Guy Who Loves His Tablet:
WE ♥: If he loves his tablet, he'll want to protect the goods. This leather case from Coach will also keep him trendy (and there's a whole slew of colours to choose from). Bleecker Leather iPad Case, available at Coach, $198

For The Proud Nerd:
WE ♥: This R2-D2 fold-up chair will make anyone on your list feel like a kid again. Star Wars R2-D2 Folding Armchair, available at ThinkGeek.com, $40

For The Guy Who Says He Likes To Work Out:
WE ♥: This band claims to track your burned calories and steps — ideal for the guy who is always on the run or the guy who's started his new year on a healthy note. Nike FuelBand, available at Nike, $150

For The Guy Who Needs A Break:
WE ♥: It's a two-in-one: A little something for you and a little something for him. The Lelo pleasure set includes a couples' vibrator, feather teaser and blindfold. Indulge Me Pleasure Set, available at the Stag Shop, $114

For The Proud Canuck:
WE ♥: Even though Canada Day is seven months away, this bag lets anyone keep a bit of patriotism around all the time. CBC Radio Canada Mobile Recording Shoulder Bag, available at Chapter's/Indigo, $40

For The Movie Buff:
WE ♥: At one point or another, most of us wanted to be some type of action star or superhero. If the man in your life loves movies, this collector's set includes all 21 James Bond films to indulge in his spy fantasies. James Bond Ultimate Collector's Set, available on Amazon.ca, from $150
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or The Guy Who Needs Help In The Décor Department:
WE ♥: Ugly shower curtains, your time is up. This fun (and kind of creepy) black and white curtain features 30 faces with awesome facial hair. Mustache Shower Curtain, available at Urban Outfitters, $24
The Guy Who Likes To Document His Life:
WE ♥: Maybe he's into photography or just likes taking photos of himself. Nikon's new Coolpix camera features smartphone-like abilities, including an option to email your photos to your friends (so cool) and a built-in GPS system. Coolpix S800c, available at Black's Photography, $280

For The Guy Who Loves Baseball (In Toronto Or Nearby):
WE ♥: The bad news is, Canada has one official baseball team in the MLB, but the good news is, the Toronto Blue Jays have an exciting season coming up. If the guy in your life is a fan of baseball, or just wants a night out in Toronto, Blue Jays tickets are a great idea. But get on it — the first few games are almost sold out. Blue Jays Season Tickets, available at TicketMaster.com, prices depend on date

The Guy Who Loves The Idea Of A Home Bar:
WE ♥: These personalized pint glasses look good in any home bar — or kitchen cabinet. Monogrammed Pint Glass, available at Williams-Sonoma, $51 to $59

For The Guy Who Likes To Stay Organized:
WE ♥: Even Gandalf would approve. This limited edition Hobbit-themed Moleskine notebook is the perfect way to stay on top of your notes, doodles and lists in 2013. Bonus: it includes a map of Wilderland. Moleskine, available at Chapters/Indigo, $30

For The Guy Who Loves Football...A Little Too Much:
WE ♥: Every touchdown, every play and every win wrapped up in a 45-hour action-packed DVD set. Warning, he may love you a little too much after this one. NFL Super Bowl Collection, available at Amazon.ca, $91

For The New Cook:
WE ♥: Let's get cooking. The 4-Hour Chef isn't just a cookbook, it's a collection of secrets from the world's greatest chefs and tips on how to become a fast learner in almost anything. The 4-Hour Chef, available at Indigo/Chapters, $27

For The Man Who Speaks The Language Of Love:
WE ♥: Here's another one you can use together: The Rosetta Stone language kit lets you and your partner learn basic vocabulary and communication skills, along with basic sentence structure. Also, feel free to use your imagination (and internet connection) — we can't promise any dirty words are included. Rosetta Stone Spanish, available at Chapters/Indigo, $500

For The Guy Who Loves The Gym:
WE ♥: Every guy needs their own personal space. This gym bag is equipped with a mat holder, a compartment for sweaty clothes and exterior pockets. Training Duffel, available at Lululemon, $108

This should get you started especially with the different kind of gift ideas and internet links for immediate shopping. Thank you to Huff Post.com for these practical suggestions. If you would like to contact us with any questions or feedback, you can reach us by email.

Thank you for visiting!
Joseph A Jones & The Welllife Team

Friday, February 10, 2012

Valentines Day Gifts For Men



      We know you love February for one reason. That is Valentines Day. A day that your loved one showers you with gifts and tell you how much he means to you. It is also a holiday which makes you wonder what would he like this year. So,  we found a wonderful article  from sheknows.com that will tell you what kind of gifts men truly want for  this holiday.

Leather wallet
If you are shopping for your man, one of the most appreciated gifts is a new wallet. You can get a genuine leather wallet from Fossil for only $25. It makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift.

Cologne
You can't go wrong with giving cologne on Valentine's Day. You can buy it at a local department store or shop online for deals such as this Perry Ellis three piece gift set that features cologne, a deodorant and a body shampoo.

Watch
If the man in your life is always on the run, a new watch is a very practical Valentine's Day gift. If he's the sporting type, consider getting him one of the hip, new Oakley watches. Or you can go with a classic Seiko watch.

Cigars
Cigars have become more and more popular again in recent years. Even if you don't know what type of cigar he prefers, you can order him a 5 cigar sampler grab bag for Valentine's Day.

HD television
HD technology has advanced to the point where everyone should have an HD television. If you already have one in the living room, consider purchasing your man a Flat-Panel LCD HDTV for the bedroom.

MP3 player
Music always makes a wonderful gift. Give your guy an MP3 player such as the 8GB Apple iPod touch. He will be able to listen to his favorite tunes no matter where he goes.

Personalized golf balls
The one thing golfers can never have enough of is golf balls. For Valentine's Day, surprise your boyfriend or husband with a set of personalized golf balls that will have him thinking about you even when he's out on the golf course.

Briefcase
If he has a 9-to-5 job, one of his daily essentials is likely his briefcase. For Valentine's Day, consider springing for a high-end luxury briefcase for the office.

Sports Tickets
Chances are that the man who you are shopping for likes sports. One oftentimes overlooked Valentine's Day gift is sports tickets. Buy him a pair of tickets for a local game and go enjoy it with him or encourage him to go with one of his guy friends.

Lingerie
Although the lingerie isn't technically for him, he'll undoubtedly appreciate the gift - to say the least. Spice up your love life with a satin and lace teddy or a garter belt and stockings.

Well, now you know what he wants for Valentines Day and there are links you can use if you want to buy online.If you would like to contact us with any questions or feedback, you can reach us by email.

Thank you for visiting!
Joseph A Jones & The Welllife Team