Holiday Gifts For Him
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Justin Tejada |There was a time when buying a holiday gift for a guy didn’t require much more thought than, “What color tie should I get him this year?”
Those days are long gone. And while that is a good thing overall, it has made holiday shopping for men a lot more challenging. Suddenly, gift givers who were used to choosing from a limited airline-like menu (“Chicken or pasta?”) are faced with a cornucopia of choices similar to a Las Vegas buffet.
While the odds of finding the perfect gift among so many options may be better than winning the Powerball, they’re still not great. You’d probably have an easier time hitting on SNKRS when a new Travis Scott Jordan releases.
That’s where we come in. We’ve rounded up a huge selection of holiday gifts for him that are guaranteed to earn an “OMG!” when they’re opened. Check out some of the highlights below and see the full assortment here.
Asics Gel-1130 “Black-Pure Silver”
(SKU: 1201A906 001)
It doesn’t matter if you call them “Dad Sneakers,” “Y2K Shoes,” or “Mesh Runners,” this style isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. With silhouettes like the Gel-Kayano 14 and Gel-NYC, Asics has owned this category over the past year (hat tip to New Balance for giving them a run for their money). But the Gel-1130 has been the star of the show with the clean panels that overlay the mesh upper, and there’s few better versions of the Gel-1130 than this “Black-Pure Silver” colorway. This is the sneaker for the guy who understands that flexing while working out is about more than lifting weights.
Air Jordan 4 “Wet Cement”
(SKU: FQ7928 001)
Remember back in August when people were flipping out over beach volleyball in front of the Eiffel Tower and Simone Biles going H.A.M. on the vault? The Paris Olympics may be a distant memory, but the Jordan 4 “Wet Cement” that dropped around that time has endured. With a monochromatic gray palette inspired by the City of Light’s cobblestone streets, this AJ4 manages to be stealth and turn heads. This is the perfect gift for the person who appreciates quiet luxury.
Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low “Velvet Brown”
(SKU: DM7866 202)
Whether it’s records or sneakers, Travis Scott has the magic touch. The rapper can put a backwards Swoosh on just about any Jordan silhouette, and it will generate hype. And no one has done more for making brown sneakers a thing than Travis, so it’s only fitting that he wraps up 2024 with the release of his “Velvet Brown” Jordan 1 Low. An assortment of chocolate hues adorn this AJ1 Low, which features all of La Flame’s signature design cues (backwards Swoosh, Cactus Jack branding on the heel). This is the present for the guy who does believe the hype and is ready to live up to it.
adidas Samba “Reflective Pack-Focused Olive”
(SKU: IE3440)
The love for the adidas Samba remains at an all-time high. With its clean and simple lines, the Samba is like a chameleon, with the ability to adapt to the style of whoever’s wearing it. That versatility is on full display with this “Focused Olive” colorway that is part of the Reflective Pack. At first glance, it appears to be a straightforward muted green sneaker, but when the light hits it, this Samba truly shines. This is the ideal gift for the person who knows how to fit in and stand out at the same time.
Supreme Satin Applique Hooded Sweatshirt
(SKU: SU530)
Despite all the chatter, Supreme continues to drop hit after hit. This hoodie is a great example. At first glance, it just seems like a regular hoodie. But give it a second look and you’ll see the large Supreme box logo wordmark on the back, running from top to bottom in elegant satin lettering. This is the holiday present for the person who’s all about business in front, party in the back.