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Author:
SI Staff
Publish date:
Dec 8, 2017

Holiday Gift Ideas for Men and Women

For Him and Her: Sports Crate

Sports Crate is the only subscription service the sports fanatic in your life will ever need. This bi-monthly subscription service delivers officially licensed gear straight to your door so you can always rep your team.

Buy it: Sports Crate, $29.99

For him: Spy Optic Loma sunglasses

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This season, give a gift that not only provides better vision, but also a better mood. These shades come with a pair of Happy Lens, which will enhance color and contrast, increase clarity and improve mood and alertness by letting in good rays and blocking out the bad.

Buy it: Zappos, $120

For him and her: New Balance 574 Sport

A revamped version of the original New Balance 574, these sneakers are literally a go-anywhere, do-anything shoe. Available in both men’s and women’s in a variety of colors, textures and patterns, it’s easy to wear them at work and on the weekends, with athleisure gear, or jeans and tee. For less than $100, these sneakers are the perfect on-trend gift for any one on your list.

Buy it: New Balance, $99

For her: The North Face Slacker Poncho

This cozy-chic oversized pullover is so great, you’ll want to buy one as a gift and one for yourself. The big kangaroo pocket in the front makes it feel like you’re wearing dad’s baggy hoodies, but with a funnel neck and longer back, the design is actually really flattering. The material is a lighter knit so it’s great for layering and pairs well with leggings or jeans, without looking sloppy.

Buy it: Nordstrom, $99

For him: LeBron James Cleveland Cavaliers Loud Sweater

The holiday season means that ugly sweater parties are just around the corner. While this sweater is not categorized as "ugly," it's still considered "loud," making it the perfect ugly-but-not-too-ugly gift for the die-hard fan in your life.

Buy it: Fanatics, $85

For Him and Her: Levi's NBA Collection

Anyone on your list can represent their favorite team by rocking a jean jacket or sweatshirt from Levi’s NBA Collection. There’s nothing better than that classic Levi’s style—make sure your loved one is at the top of his or her game.

Buy it: Levi's, from $68

For him: Peak Design Everyday Messenger Bag

The Everyday Messenger Bag is the last bag he'll ever need to buy. Peak Design thought of it all: it’s protected by a waterproof shell, it has a padded seatbelt strap, there’s a magnetic latch and it comes with enough clips and adjustable panels to fit every need.

Buy it: Peak Design, $249

For her: Under Armour On Balance Backpack

Every on-the-move woman needs a go-to backpack that works for everything on her calendar, no matter the occasion. The outside of this backpack features a highly water-resistant fabric and the design is made to better fit a women’s back. A laptop sleeve, exterior pockets and two compartments made it easy to tote belongings.

Buy it: Under Armour, $64.99

For him and her: Houston Astros New Era World Series Champions Hat

Commemorate the Houston Astros 2017 World Series championship with this locker room hat, the same one worn by the team after the big win.

Buy it:

Fanatics, $31.99

For her: Mark & Graham Daily Leather Zip Pouch

She’ll love this luxe leather pouch, available in a handful of colors and designed for everyday use to carry everything from a passport to an iPad, or wallet, lipstick and phone for a night out. You can even get it monogrammed with her initials for a personal touch.

Buy it: Mark & Graham, $79

For him and her: Orsden Apres Ski Sweatshirt

There's nothing better than a cozy sweatshirt in the middle of the winter and this one—made by Orsden, a premium skiwear line that makes super-chic, luxurious options at affordable prices—is a great après-ski gift for those who are planning to hit the slopes this season.

Buy it: Orsden, $50

For him: Silicone Toiletry Kit

For the guy who is always traveling and wary of luggage spills, this durable, waterproof dopp kit is a great solution. When an accident happens mid-flight, just empty the bag and give it a rinse in the sink. It’s roomy enough for all of his items, plus it looks good on the bathroom counter.

Buy it: Nordstrom, $50

For her: Kendra Scott Elle Drop Earrings

These earrings are sure to please anyone on your list, as they come in 17 different combinations of colors and metals, from red and blue to black and silver. It’s a classic shape that she can dress up or dress down, depending on the occasion.

Buy it: Nordstrom, $55

For him: Jack Black Beard Oil

A gift that will keep on grooming. This ultra-hydrating beard oil is made with only essential oils and vitamins (think Marula oil, plum oil, potent antioxidants, vitamins, Kalahari melon oil, vitamin E and more) and free of parabens, sulfates and environmental pollutants. For any guy that wants a healthy-looking beard and itch-free skin, this is the perfect present.

Buy it: Sephora, $24

For her: Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick Set

Every woman on your list will love this cute collection of bestselling lipsticks, featuring both trendy nude and bold shades. And Bite Beauty creates products made with natural and food grade ingredients, so you’ll know your gifting something that’s good for her. It even comes in a holiday-red tin!

Buy it: Sephora, $25

For him and her: The North Face GTX Parka

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The North Face’s Apex Flex GTX parka is as versatile as they come. Made from a breathable Gore-Tex, the soft outer shell is both waterproof and windproof. And the inside is made of a soft knit material that is super warm.

Buy it: Zappos, $199

For him and her: Weatherman Umbrella

Everyone needs an umbrella – and here's one that looks good, won't flip inside out and has built-in Bluetooth technology so it won't get lost or left behind. The integrated app sends personalized alerts so you'll always remember to bring it on rainy days. Weatherman comes in two sizes (stick and collapsible) and six colors.

Buy it: Weatherman Umbrella, starts at $59

For her: Lululemon Vinyasa Scarf

This scarf is so versatile it will take her from the yoga studio to work to every travel trip in between. It’s designed with snaps so it can be worn in a handful of different ways—just watch the YouTube video.

Buy it: Lululemon, $48

For him: Under Armour NBA Graphic State T-Shirt

For the 24/7 fan on your list: This shirt makes it easy to rep your team and it's home state, while still looking cool and feeling great in Under Armour's signature, comfortable cotton fabric.

Buy it: Under Armour, $35

For him and her: Under Armour Unstoppable Gore Windstopper Jacket

Made for both men and women, this jacket from UA's new collection has all of the athletic features and functionality of training gear, but with a sporty, lifestyle vibe in the appearance. This gift will ensure your recipient is ahead of the curve in the athlesiure department.

Buy it: Under Armour, $119

For him and her: Original LL Bean boots

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An iconic classic for all types of weather, the L.L. Bean duck boot is both functional and fashionable. Both men and women will love the traditional tan and brown boots, or switch it up with one of L.L. Bean’s limited, “small-batch” editions, including shearling-lined, waxed canvas and leather styles.

Buy it: L.L. Bean, $129

For him: The North Face Access 28l Mens Rucksack

The North Face Access 28L rucksack was thoughtfully crafted for comfort and ease of use. It’s padded for all-day comfort and has a supportive back panel for those days he's carrying a heavy load. There are also ejector tabs so he can quickly grab belongings. A bonus: it's durable. The bag was crafted with a bulletproof polyester and ballistic nylon for an unmatched level of toughness.

Buy it: The North Face, $279

For him: Common Projects Suede Chelsea Boots

OK, we get it: these should probably be on

our list of splurge-worthy gifts

due to the price tag. But any guy will appreciate the coolness and timelessness of these classic chelsea boots. Gift it to the one on your list who's been extra-good this year.

Buy it: Mr. Porter, $529