Thanks Dad: A Gift Guide

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Dads and dudes can be a tricky bunch to shop for. When most are asked what they need or want, the answer is "nothing." Dads deserve the best and our thanks, but with what? "Shop This" to the rescue! Here's a roundup of gifts for all kinds of dads, like smart luggage for the frequent traveller or a Small Batch Hot Sauce Subscription for your spicy guy.  Scroll down for more inspiration.

HERE: 15 Ways To Say Thanks

Barrel In A Bottle Cocktail Kit
Upgrade Dad's favorite drink with this chic cocktail kit. It's genius for martinis, manhattans, or negronis. Click to read about this very clever gift.
Beekman 1802

Rolling Cooler
If Dad loves a cool one, now he can have one on the go. Backyard, patio, tailgate, block party......this hard working icebox, rolls where Dad goes!. Now on sale at
CB2

Jonathan Adler Domino Set
Jonathan has made dominoes cool again with a new sleek design and happy hues. Gift this to dad, sit a spell, and play a game with him!
Horchow

Wooden 24 Beard Oil Sampler Set

Created by The Bearded Man Company in London, England. This is the perfect gift for the well groomed bearded man. Both he and you will love the 24 scents like Sicilian Lemon, Bay Rum, Rain Forrest, just to name a few. Best yet, all of their products and oils are crafted with clean natural ingredients and no harmful chemicals. 
AHAlife

Curated Wine Club
Help Dad to graduate from grocery store wines, and sign him up for a wine club. For $39 a month, Dad will enjoy two bottles of artisan or sparkling wines. Give Dad the gift of the joy of discovering new wines. Find details at
Vinley Market

Bluetooth Tracking Tag

Keep easy to misplace items  like keys and glasses, on his radar with this bluetooth powered tag and companion app. It works and the rosewood design makes it good looking, too.

Uncommon Goods

Safe-T Fire Extinguishers

Every home or garage should have one. Why not have one that looks cool? This collection is made for serious situations and style! These are meant to be seen, admired, and used, if needed.

AHAlife

Reversible Leather Belt Boxed Gift Set

Made in Detroit by Shinola. This stylish set features luxe leather and well built details. It's really two belts in one as it is reversible!

Neiman Marcus

Aromaflage 'Wild' Insect Repellent Perfume

Don't let the word "perfume" scare you away from this fabulous product. It smells like the great outdoors. Think all natural lemongrass oil, cedar wood oil,rosemary oil and lots more heavenly scents. Most importantly, It's free of chemicals, DEET, and parabans. Perfect for the Dad who golfs, gardens, or works outdoors.

Shop Terrain  

Artisan Baseball Bats

"Hey Batter, Batter, where did you get that bat?" Stir up some childhood memories for good 'ol Dad. Handmade and painted in Minnesota, these beautiful bats are one part artwork, and the other part sport. Hang it up or put it to use at a neighborhood pick up game.

AHAlife

Mad Man Book Set

For the mad man in your life. A stylish selection of four beautiful books, just perfect for that certain gentleman of retro style. Details at 

ASSOULINE 

Raden Smart Luggage

Smart dads deserve smart luggage. Bluetooth technology meets super strong construction. This case has both brains and brawn with integrated electronics. Available in two sizes for carrying on or checking. It's packed with power and two external USB ports.

Nordstrom or Amazon

Small Batch Hot Sauce Subscription
Is Dad a spicy guy? Here's a hot gift that keeps giving all year long. Your subscription will include four quarterly shipments of the best hot sauce he has ever had. Each box will contain three bottles of small batch sauce. Click for details.
Food52

Personalized Handkerchief

All gentleman should have at least one. Here's a set of three that you can make his own with initials. This is a lovely gift for less than $20.

Lands End

French Linen Cardigan
Spun in Italy and garment-dyed for a sun faded look. Perfect for sidewalk bistros or beach bonfires. A fabulous look for less than $100.
J Crew



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Kitchen Couture: A Refresh For Fall

We spend tens of thousands (and more) on our kitchens. This kind of investment requires the right accessories. Now is the time to get ready for all of the Fall and Winter entertaining opportunities.  Whether it is planned or not, everyone always ends up in the kitchen. Shop this edit to be party prepared.

HERE: Seventeen Stylish Kitchen Accessories

Tom Dixon Stone Chopping Board And Pestle And Mortar
Tom Dixon creates a fabulous modern mix of textures and tools for your kitchen. These two are perfect pieces for preparation and service.
Shop Horne

Cutting Board    Mortar and Pestle

Threshold Izon Flatware
Sleek simple and modern, these affordable place settings will add the right touch to any upscale kitchen or table.
Target

fferrone Home Accessories
If you have any glass cabinets, you will soon realize that anything within them is on display. I love the minimalist but luxe look of these bowls, glasses, and the Midas touch of gold!
AHAlife

Williams-Sonoma Goldtouch Bakeware
I have wanted these baking essentials for years, but have just never got around to ordering yet. They are non stick and just so glam. Click to see the many tools available. The above set is now on sale.
Williams-Sonoma

Rablabs Platters and Coasters
All of that granite, marble, and expensive stone needs to be protected! The designers at Rablabs have created jewelry for your couture counters. Use them for a bottle of wine, a platter of appetizers, or just a little eye candy. Party perfect!
Barney's New York

Ferm Living Tea Towels
Fashionable, functional and fabulous. These towels will add good face to your own couture kitchen.
Burke Decor

Galvanized Cake Stands

This set of three will blend with almost any decor from farmhouse rustic to urban chic. 

Anthropologie

Jonathan Adler Acrylic Trays

A good looking tray is always good to have on hand. Pick a pattern that best coordinates with your kitchen. Monogram it and gift it to your a host.

Zhush

Aluminum Servers

Handcrafted and sold exclusively at Sur La Table. These shiny trays are perfect for appetizers, cookies, or a line up of candy apples on the kitchen island. On Sale, too!

Sur La Table

High Rise Nickel Dog Bowls

Add a stylish accent to your home and your dog's dining experience. These are so pretty, I would be tempted to use them for cooks tools on the counter top!

Bitch New York

Michael Aram Botanical Leaf Pie Plate

This stylish set goes from oven to table to freezer with ease. Use several of these on your Brunch Buffet with different types of quiche or frittatas inside.

Neiman Marcus

Lulu Pizza Set
Throw a pizza party and serve it up with Nambe's pizza stone set. It's one of our fave things to do in the kitchen. I think I need this.
Nambe

Savora Colander

If a colander can be chic, this one is.  

Bloomingdale's

Le Creuset Black and White Collection

Dress your kitchen and table or dinner in black and white. Together this fine French cookware elevates anything you cook and serve in them.

Le Creuset and on Sale at One King's Lane

Bistro Kitchen Towel Set

Make a bold personal statement with these absorbent Turkish towels. Monogram them as you wish.

Mark and Graham

Gold Dipped Pinch Bowls

Add a touch of precious metal to your couture counters. These beautiful bowls will hold a multitude of "things." I would love to fill them with a "pinch" of salt, fresh herbs, fresh ground pepper, and whatever I am cooking with at the time. A nice way to clear the clutter while entertaining.

Food52

Tina Fey Serverware

Sculpted by hand, this new selection of stylish servers are really works of art. I love the organic shapes.

Serena and Lily

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Kiss The Cook And Thank The Host: Perfect Little Presents

Your social life is just about to get busy.
Thanksgiving starts us all on a roll. Soon
the Holiday party invitations will go out.
Time to stock the closet, because you don't want to arrive empty handed.

Here: 12 Perfect Little Presents
For The Host and Hostess

Monogram Geo Dish

Bringing the appetizer? Plate it on these

bright and darling dishes.  Each initial has

a different pattern. A gift to cover any friend A-Z!

C. Wonder

Illusion Bowls Set Of Two
Bring your contribution of chip and dip
in these clearly chic glass bowls
Uncommon Goods

MarieBelle 16-Piece Chocolate Ganache 

Have you ever tried these edible works of art?
They truly taste even better than they look.  
Such a beautiful gift!
Sur La Table

Indigo Soap On Ceramic Tray
As seen in InStyle Magazine, this little
gift is playfully pretty. Available in Rainforest, 
Sumatra or Ginger Tea fragrances
Zinc Decor

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Portland Tartan Mug Set
Old school, by Pendleton and perfect for
the holiday season. Love the presentation.
Shop Bop

Ice Milk Aprons
I just love the look of these luxe linen aprons!
And so does editors and celebs like Oprah, Martha Stewart, Elle Decor and more. 
Layla Grayce

D.L. and Company Candle
Give the gift of Fall with this sophisticated
Thorn Apple Candle. If you haven't seen this
brand before, the packaging is so giftable.
Think pleated paper inside the beautiful box.
Barney's New York

Tea Forte Warming Joy Tea
I have often been served this brand of tea
at Ritz Carlton Hotels and hotels in London.
The design is so unique and the flavor above 
the rest. A beautiful gift for the tea drinker.
Nordstrom's

Jonathan Adler Happy Chic 
Wine Stopper Set
These chic critters are the perfect toppers 
for that bottle of wine you are bringing. The
also stand alone as a set of four.
JCPenney

Sabre Glitter Servers
Bringing the pie or cake? Go the extra mile
and gift the host or hostess with these
sparkling servers.
Zhush

Michael Aram Frame Ornament
If your hosts celebrate Christmas, this is a
thoughtful present. Pop a pic inside and really
made an impression! Find Michael Aram
ornaments at....
Bloomingdale's

Pod Spoons By Table Art
This serving set takes the dish! 
Tabula Tula

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