Metro Man: Extraordinary Items for The Holiday Season

We’ve rounded up gift ideas for the gents in your life, with an emphasis on quality and endurance:

Collars & Co. – The Versatile, All-Occasion Men’s Maverick Performance Jacket
This all-purpose Maverick Performance Jacket for men is so versatile that it can be dressed up or down and worn in all seasons, rendering it a superb Holiday 2024 gift. The Maverick Performance Blazer is wrinkle-resistant, made with stretch fabric, has a built-in optional pocket square, offers inside security zip pockets ideal for traveling, and is double vented. Founder Justin Baer appeared on Shark Tank and made a deal with Mark Cuban and Peter Jones. This jacket will keep giving throughout the year as he pairs it with a Polo and khakis, jeans and a T-shirt, or a formal button down with a tie and slacks. Collars & Co. offers an array of other attire for men that is sure to suit the guy in your life, so peruse the offerings HERE. @CollarsandCo

NOMAD1942 – Soft and Enduring Cashmere Sweaters
The cashmere Broadway Sweater in light Cobblestone from NOMAD1942 is as soft as a cloud and as warm as a hug during winter’s blustery days. NOMAD1942 is a NYC-based cashmere company that offers exceedingly high quality cashmere clothing that lasts for years and stands up to the test of time, making them not only better for the environment, but a wise investment as well. Simple and elegant, this sweater is a dream gift. He can wear it alone, over a polo shirt, with a winter zip-up vest, or under a winter coat. Choose your favorite styles and colors at Nomad1942.com and Follow @Nomad.1942

Samuel Hubbard – Ultimate Shoe Quality
Samuel Hubbard shoes are ideal for the man who wants to combine comfort with high quality workmanship, luxurious materials, and durability. These shoes for men are versatile and upscale enough to take him from a boardroom meeting to a boardwalk, to a bar stool. Comfortable enough for all day and night wear, they’re an investment in happy feet and stylish shoes. The Featherweight Olema casual lace-up in Antique Brown (above) offers soft leather and a cushioned sole. Based in California, Samuel Hubbard crafts shoes in a timeless style so he can stroll into the new year with ease. Samuel Hubbard also has shoes for women. Visit SamuelHubbard.com.

Joju – Fashion-Forward Sun Protection
Sun protection-meets-style for men with Joju’s shirt The Huntington. It’s ultra-lightweight, odor-wicking, and provides excellent SPF 50+ coverage. Whether, skiing, boating, beach-combing, surfing, or playing tennis or pickle ball, The Huntington offers comfort, fit, and all day sun coverage. If you have an active, sun-loving guy to buy for this season, visit LiveJoju.com. This brand also has items for women too.

JLab Headphones – Immersive Lab Quality Sound
For working out, dancing, working remotely, or at-home leisure, JLab’s JBuds LUX over-ear headphones will deliver 70 hours of playtime with cloud foam comfort and a customizable sound via an app. They also have noise cancelation, volume track control, a wireless share mode, and a “find your headphones fast” feature. These are a music lovers dream! Find them and much more at JLAB.com. Comes with a Type-C charging cable. #yourkindoftech

Hyperwear – The Weighted Vest for Heightened Workouts
Is he a fitness fanatic? These award-winning adjustable weighted vests from Hyperwear are can easily be cleaned after workouts and add an extra level of mastery to workouts. How to decide between a weighted vest and weighted backpack for rucking? Weighted vests are excellent for increasing resistance during cardio or bodyweight exercises, whereas rucking backpacks are designed specifically for loaded walking or hiking.

I can confirm that with every passing week, increasingly more joggers along NYC’s Hudson River are wearing weighted vests. This is a trend that is sure to last because of its health benefits. Visit hyperwear.com to choose the type of vest that’s best for him (or you) and Follow @Hyperwear.

Barton’s Leather Apple Watch Bands – Choose A Material, Style + Color
Barton Apple Watch Bands for men come in Saddle Leather, Cedar Brown Leather, and other attractive styles. These are the sturdy leather straps your guy deserves for his watch to impart added polish to his casual or semi-casual look. You can also find suede, silicone, alligator texture, gaucho, waterproof, nylon, and much more at Barton Watch Bands. You can also find styles for women as well as watch boxes and accessories.

Book: Building Your Money Machine by Mel H. Abraham, CPA
Everyone loves prosperity. This book enables him (or you) to get money to work harder for than he did to earn it — whether he’s a dreamer, a believer, or a doer. Chock full of practical advice, insight, and strategy, “Building Your Money Machine” demystifies wealth creation and provides clear direction for a future filled with financial success. Available through Hay House Publishers or at MelAbraham.com