Happy Haulidays 2012: Man's Best Trend
Lei Chic's holiday gift guide for men
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For the baseball fanatic$950, available online.Sure, it's pricey, but we think you'll hit a home run with a barstool made from an actual MLB authenticated game-used base from his favorite baseball team.$950, available online.Sure, it's pricey, but we think you'll hit a home run with a barstool made from an actual MLB authenticated game-used base from his favorite baseball team.
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For the law-abiding citizen$20, Noteworthy, 631A Keeaumoku St., (808) 499-7248.No matter what the rest of his outfit looks like, this Publish Raffel Keychain will never commit a fashion crime.$20, Noteworthy, 631A Keeaumoku St., (808) 499-7248.No matter what the rest of his outfit looks like, this Publish Raffel Keychain will never commit a fashion crime.
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For the man on the run$115, Roberta Oaks, 19 N. Pauahi St., (808) 428-1214He may go everywhere, but this Topo Sling Bag with single stablizer strap, lined inner compartment and leather lash tabs won't budge.$115, Roberta Oaks, 19 N. Pauahi St., (808) 428-1214He may go everywhere, but this Topo Sling Bag with single stablizer strap, lined inner compartment and leather lash tabs won't budge.
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For the man who floats your boatQuoddy Boat Moccasin, $300, Leather Soul, Royal Hawaiian Center, (808) 922-0777.With luxe, richly-hued leather, rawhide laces and handsewn wrapped rubber soles that practically mold to his feet, these are shoes he'll never want to cast off.Quoddy Boat Moccasin, $300, Leather Soul, Royal Hawaiian Center, (808) 922-0777.With luxe, richly-hued leather, rawhide laces and handsewn wrapped rubber soles that practically mold to his feet, these are shoes he'll never want to cast off.
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For the man who hates a cold shoulder$52, Nordstrom, Ala Moana Center, (808) 953-6100.Wearing a sweater during the holidays is pretty much unavoidable, so opt for this stylish (never ugly) Topman shawl collar sweater with classic ribbed trim and stylish two-button placket.$52, Nordstrom, Ala Moana Center, (808) 953-6100.Wearing a sweater during the holidays is pretty much unavoidable, so opt for this stylish (never ugly) Topman shawl collar sweater with classic ribbed trim and stylish two-button placket.
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For the man who’s not trying too hard$98, Oliver Men's Shop, 49 Kihapai St., (808) 261-6587.Sure, it may look like he just threw on this Casual Fine Lined Long Sleeved Shirt by Scotch & Soda (it's also super comfy to boot), but discerning eyes will appreciate the classic, vivid print, contrasting backside collar and sleeve roll up braces.$98, Oliver Men's Shop, 49 Kihapai St., (808) 261-6587.Sure, it may look like he just threw on this Casual Fine Lined Long Sleeved Shirt by Scotch & Soda (it's also super comfy to boot), but discerning eyes will appreciate the classic, vivid print, contrasting backside collar and sleeve roll up braces.
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For the razor sharp fellow$70, Mojo Barbershop, 1157 Bethel St., (808) 888-2068.Toss the Irish Spring. This Baxter of California Shave 1.2.3. set with badger brush, cream and after shave balm makes achieving the ultimate shave as easy as, well, 1, 2, 3.$70, Mojo Barbershop, 1157 Bethel St., (808) 888-2068.Toss the Irish Spring. This Baxter of California Shave 1.2.3. set with badger brush, cream and after shave balm makes achieving the ultimate shave as easy as, well, 1, 2, 3.
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For the shutterbug$250, Lomo LC-A+, Treehouse, 250 Ward Ave., Suite 233, (808) 597-8733.Churning out rich, saturated, "I can't believe they're not professional" photos is a snap with this fully-loaded point-and-shoot Lomography film camera.$250, Lomo LC-A+, Treehouse, 250 Ward Ave., Suite 233, (808) 597-8733.Churning out rich, saturated, "I can't believe they're not professional" photos is a snap with this fully-loaded point-and-shoot Lomography film camera.
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For the stylish surfer$65.00, Aloha Rag, 1221 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 115, (808) 589-2050.Despite its name, these sleek, double-lined Colin Boardshorts by Saturdays are perfectly suited for any day of the week.$65.00, Aloha Rag, 1221 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 115, (808) 589-2050.Despite its name, these sleek, double-lined Colin Boardshorts by Saturdays are perfectly suited for any day of the week.
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For the tough guyLuminox EVO Navy Seals Mens 3050 Colormark Series Dive Watch in Black/Black, $225, Buy.com.This watch is the ultimate time keeping machine, with scratch resistant mineral crystal and a carbon-reinforced polymer injection molded case. Even cooler: it's used by U.S. Navy Seals and Air Force Pilots and water resistant to up to 660 feet.Luminox EVO Navy Seals Mens 3050 Colormark Series Dive Watch in Black/Black, $225, Buy.com.This watch is the ultimate time keeping machine, with scratch resistant mineral crystal and a carbon-reinforced polymer injection molded case. Even cooler: it's used by U.S. Navy Seals and Air Force Pilots and water resistant to up to 660 feet.
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For the troublemaker$40, available starting Friday at The Human Imagination, 1154 Nuuanu Ave., (808) 538-8898, and In4mation, Pearlridge Center, (808) 488-0411.Call him out on his crazy schemes with a hat that's just as mischievous. This special holiday design is making a comeback after a four-year lockup.$40, available starting Friday at The Human Imagination, 1154 Nuuanu Ave., (808) 538-8898, and In4mation, Pearlridge Center, (808) 488-0411.Call him out on his crazy schemes with a hat that's just as mischievous. This special holiday design is making a comeback after a four-year lockup.
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For the T-shirt lover$33, AlohaSunday.com.For the T-shirt lover Aloha Sunday's Arch Varsity T-Shirt is simple, classic, vintage-inspired, and won't make him look like he just rolled out of bed.$33, AlohaSunday.com.For the T-shirt lover Aloha Sunday's Arch Varsity T-Shirt is simple, classic, vintage-inspired, and won't make him look like he just rolled out of bed.
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For the undead obsessor$13.99 for a bag of 10 plus $9.55 shipping and handling, available online.These Walking Dead Zombie Army Men don't just resemble characters from one of his favorite TV shows, they're also a throwback to his childhood toys. (If he starts to reenact some of his favorite scenes, just play along.)$13.99 for a bag of 10 plus $9.55 shipping and handling, available online.These Walking Dead Zombie Army Men don't just resemble characters from one of his favorite TV shows, they're also a throwback to his childhood toys. (If he starts to reenact some of his favorite scenes, just play along.)
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For the warblerUptown Blazer in Ink, $80 special price, Reyn Spooner, various locations.He'll gleefully sing for a perfectly fitted sport coat lined with Reyn Spooner's signature print. The lush corduroy and patch pocket add a preppy holiday touch.Uptown Blazer in Ink, $80 special price, Reyn Spooner, various locations.He'll gleefully sing for a perfectly fitted sport coat lined with Reyn Spooner's signature print. The lush corduroy and patch pocket add a preppy holiday touch.
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For the weak linkLuka Lika bracelets, $5 each, LMS Boutique, 2909 Lowrey Ave., (808) 988-4575.Not everyone is into men's jewelry, but we think he'd make an exception for durable, silicone bracelets that come in an array of (manly) colors.Luka Lika bracelets, $5 each, LMS Boutique, 2909 Lowrey Ave., (808) 988-4575.Not everyone is into men's jewelry, but we think he'd make an exception for durable, silicone bracelets that come in an array of (manly) colors.
It's 12/12/12.
The day something astronomical happens; something so profoundly mind-blowing, it will change reality as you know it.
More specifically, today's the day you unearth amazing gifts for all those impossibly-hard-to-shop-for men in your life, courtesy of our expertly-culled gift guide. So go ahead. Click through to the gallery and inspect each item. We'll tell you who it's for and where you can find it.
Because "I thought the world was gonna end" is a terrible excuse for not having the perfect present.
For more gift ideas, view our holiday Editor's Picks and 2012 guide for women and stocking stuffers.
