You’ve been naughty. You’ve been nice. So, go ahead: indulge yourself in our exquisite selection of gifts.
For the Playboy:
I LOVE THE 70’s & 80’s
powerHouse Books’ Disco Years by Ron Galella
Relive New York’s most infamous nightlife era, the fabulous Disco years, with this mesmerizing collection of black and white photos. Charging through Studio 54 and other notorious nightspots of the late 70’s & 80’s, noted paparazzi photographer Ron Galella snapped Liza, Andy, Calvin, and Liz cavorting mischievously in banquettes and sensually grooving to the sounds of Chic on the dance floor. $65. Available at www.powerhousebooks.com.
SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED
Dunhill’s Cocktail Complete Kit
With the recent release of Casino Royale, we know you’ve been fantasizing about becoming James Bond. Dunhill’s complete cocktail kit harmonizes Agent 007’s sophisticated British demeanor and his signature love of cocktails. The classically designed silver plated shaker arrives in a handsome black Tradition leather barrel shaped casket, along with four silver plated stirrers, four silver plated olive picks, and four black & red reversible coasters. $1,750. Available at Dunhill, 711 Fifth Avenue, (212) 753-9292, www.dunhill.com
THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE
Tiffany’s Mark T-57 Rose Gold Chronograph
The newest addition to Tiffany & Co.’s revered Mark timepiece collection represents design at its best: Swiss-made and accented with a rugged matte rose gold, sections of the watch’s main circular plate have been exposed to include three half-moon shaped chronographs, as well as the machine’s inner mechanisms. Available at Tiffany & Co., Fifth Avenue at 57th Street, (800) 843-3269, www.tiffany.com
RING IN THE NEW YEAR
G-Star’s Midnight Collection
You love the snug, yet masculine way G-Star Denim takes a liking to your lower half. Add a touch of signature bling to top off the G-Star look with their new Midnight ring collection, a set of chunky, casual pieces engraved with words or phrases indigenous to the brand. $160-$190. Available at G-Star stores, www.g-star.com.
For the Jet-Set Gent:
QUITE AU PAIR
Assouline’s New Titles
Assouline publishes some of the world’s most exquisite books, but, we’re hoping you already know this. In the Spirit of Miami Beach by David Leddick curtails everything we love about our second favorite East Coast city, from its splendorous refurbished Art Deco hotels to the dynamic art & nightlife scenes. Meanwhile, Jean-Michel Berts’ black & white photos of Paris at dawn and dusk in The Light of Paris reveal the hushed banks of the Seine and the deserted streets winding up Montmartre in a haunting, subdued manner that has rarely been documented. $40 and $50, respectively. Available at www.assoulineusa.com.
A VOTRE BEAUTÉ
Davi Skincare’s Le Grand Cru
Here’s another reason to add to your long list of why you love wine: Robert Mondavi’s grandson, Carlo, has formulated a wine grape-based anti-aging skin care line called Davi, composed of age fighting antioxidants and a signature ingredient called “Meritage.” We propose a toast to their revolutionary Le Grand Cru (French wine jargon for “great growth”) moisturizer, which is applied with a guitar pick. $175. Available at Bergdorf Goodman, (888) 774-2424, www.bergdorfgoodman.com.
For the Sportsman:
WALK THIS WAY
Zegna Sport’s iJacket
Don’t you hate having to unearth your iPod on the go when you want to change the song or volume? Ermenegildo Zegna is the first luxury company to partner with Apple to solve this dilemma, and together they’ve created a sleek yet sporty garment for your iPod that features built-in controls on the left sleeve, water-proof seams, and a detachable hood. $750. Available in black, red, or gray at Ermenegildo Zegna stores, www.zegna.com.
BULLIT BOY
The Triumph Scrambler
Very few activities are more exhilarating than speeding down an open highway in a pair of leather skins with your bike’s motor blaring as loudly as the engine of a 747. Try it in style with Triumph’s sharp looking Scrambler, chicly modeled after the Bonneville bike Steve McQueen took effortless command of in “The Great Escape.” Available at Triumph dealers, www.triumph.co.uk.
For the Dapper Dan:
KICKING IT
Gola Sneakers
Celebrate the pioneering British sport label’s 100th Anniversary with a new pair of their famed sneakers. As much as we love the 70’s and early 80’s referenced pieces that make up a majority of the line, we’re also fans of the newer entries, namely the distressed gold or silver Kingdom sneaker. Available at Gola distributors, www.gola.co.uk.
SMOOTH OPERATOR
The Art of Shaving’s Noir Shaving Kit
This keen nickel plated and silver tipped instrument setup not only adds contemporary panache to your bathroom countertop, but it’s been engineered for the ultimate shave: The aircraft aluminum and black anodized handles ensure a slip free shave. $495. Available at The Art of Shaving stores. www.theartofshaving.com.
NIPPING AT YOUR NOSE
Jack Spade’s Snowman Kit
Jack Spade’s Snowman Kit conveniently assembles vintage Americana accessories and other objects for an express, hassle-free snowman making. The red plaid scarf, corn-cob pipe, hat, and other accessories can easily be repackaged for use year after year. $40. Available only at Jack Spade, 56 Greene Street, (212) 625-1820, www.jackspade.com.
