What is His Dream Holiday Gift? [QUIZ]
Tally up your answers to these simple questions and match your beau’s personal style to the holiday gift of his dreams.
What is your S.O.’s happy hour cocktail?
A. Whatever the mixologist bartender shakes up!
B. An Old Fashioned that he enjoys with a good read at the quiet local bar
C. A frosty beer at a sports bar flying his team’s colors
D. A whiskey neat, sipped in a swanky hotel bar
E. A gin and tonic, an easy drink to hold while working your way through the crowd at concert
It’s his turn to pick date night. Where do you go?
A. The opening of an art exhibit, followed by big bowls of ramen at a funky hole-in-the-wall spot
B. Actually, you stay in: cooking a hearty pasta dish and sipping red wine while watching a documentary on Netflix
C. The Knicks game—and you two look Kiss Cam ready sitting courtside in your matching orange and blue gear
D. A late dinner at the just-opened Spanish tapas bar
E. A warehouse party downtown where you two dance and groove to your favorite underground band
What is the most-worn item in your man’s wardrobe?
A. His minimalist watch
B. His navy wool peacoat
C. His Nike sneakers
D. His tailored-to-a-T suit and tie
E. His vintage Led Zeppelin tee
What does your guy always have in his bag?
A. The latest issue of Time Out
B. A well-worn copy of his favorite book
C. A water bottle
D. A running list of restaurants to try
E. His Beats headphones
Finally! Saturday! How does your guy unwind?
A. Catching a few flicks at an indie film festival
B. Idly reading the paper with a big pot of coffee
C. Jogging through the park or playing a game of touch football with his buddies
D. Testing his palate at a sommelier course
E. Sifting through vinyl at a record shop
MOSTLY As
Your hip guy is creative, open-minded, and loves to scope out new scenes. This is perhaps what you love most about him: his optimistic willingness to try anything, be it a performance art exhibit or a no-frills ramen noodle house. He is also full of surprises when it comes to unearthing some cool spots of his own. Present him with a Panerai Luminor. It’s a distinct and unconventional watch shape that he’ll love having as a conversation piece.
MOSTLY Bs
Your man is an old soul romantic. A bit of a homebody, he is quiet and incredibly thoughtful. He savors the little things in life, like getting lost a gripping novel or lazing about with the newspaper in bed. This holiday season, surprise him with a sentimental gift that isn’t too fancy, like a classic vintage watch. Watch collectors especially love well-worn watches and prize them as a piece of living history—and we’re sure your beau will similarly appreciate the watch’s legacy.
Your S.O. is a sports nut. Every Saturday, he laces up his sneakers and goes for a mind-clearing jog around the park. But he also loves the camaraderie of sports, cheering on his home team with his buddies and strategizing his fantasy football league. So while you could get him another sports jersey, why not get him a sporty watch instead? Look for a robust style with an easy-to-change rubber or NATO strap so, come game day, he can represent his team’s colors with pride and in style! MOSTLY Ds
Your sophisticated partner works very hard at his corporate job so he can enjoy the finer things in life, namely travel and good food. He is a real globetrotter and loves to immerse himself in the cultures he visits—hence his impressive knowledge about Spanish wines and the many varieties of Italian olive oil. This smart dresser will love a pair of handsome cufflinks. They’re a practical addition to his sharp wardrobe but, because they’re from you, they will also be packed with lots of warm, personal meaning. MOSTLY Es
Your night owl loves the music scene. He loves being front-row-and-center for his favorite band, and, when he can’t be at the show, he spins vinyl on his record player. Admittedly, he’s a bit of a music nerd, as evidenced by his near encyclopedic memory of his favorite bands, but isn’t that a part of his charm? Instead of getting him another set of headphones, get your audiophile the same watch as his favorite rock legend. For instance, Mick Jagger first wore a Seiko before switching to a TAG Heuer Carrera. Meanwhile, bandmate Keith Richards wears an IWC Portuguese Chronograph. Led Zeppelin bassist John Paul Jones sports a Rolex GMT-Master.