2015 Holiday Gift Guide For Short Men

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It's that time of year again! Everyone who wasn't being nice for the last eleven months is all of a sudden kissing up. Decorations are going up all over the place, chatter is brewing about which employees are going to get a little bit too happy at this year's company party, and online shopping is happening at a feverish pace during work hours when the boss isn't looking. That's right, the holiday season is upon us! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza or El Dia De Los Tres Reyes all the way in January, gifting is a part of the process. Don't be that one person who shows up somewhere empty handed. 

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If you're at a loss for ideas our gift guide may help you get the perfect modest gift for even the pickiest person. Keep in mind that this site does caters to men on the shorter side. While many of the items presented here will work for gentleman of all sizes, this handpicked list was made with that special short guy in your life in mind. 

Be sure to browse the entire list. You might get a hug, a kiss, or an even better gift in return! Don't get ahead of yourself though. Remember this is the season for giving, not receiving. In any case, without further adieu, here is our 2015 Short Guy Central Gift Guide!

1. The Bag He Needs

While men don't obsess over having a bag in every style and color to match every single outfit the way women notoriously do, every man does need a few purposeful bags which are appropriate for specific occasions. He'll be proud to own them and will sport them regularly. These bags fall generally fall into three categories: Laptop Bags (these include briefcases and messenger bags), Book Bags and Gym Bags (these include duffle bags and weekend bags). Having at least two of these bag types will be enough to satisfy most men. Here area few recommendations each with adjustable straps making them perfect for the short guy: 

Laptop Bags

• Rothco Canvas Classic Messenger Bag ($25) - Cotton, durable, twelve different colors to choose from
• Kenneth Cole Leather "I Rest My Case" Briefcase ($65) - Affordable, sleek, genuine leather

Book Bags

• EcoCity Rustic Canvas Backback ($50)- 100% Cotton, durable, padded straps, under $50
• Kenneth Cole Twill Convertible Backpack ($105) - Stylish, backstraps can be hidden

Duffle Bags

• Mini Two Tone Duffle ($12) - Small, multiple colors, affordable, ideal for the gym
• Bespoke Post Weekender ($55) - Stylish, affordable but looks like it costs hundreds

2. The Perfect Cologne

Be careful with this one. Men are very particular with their colognes, but we think these fragrances will please even the most discriminating nose and get those around him to take notice and pay homage.. umm, we mean, give compliments. These range from recognizable brands to a few surprising.

• Aeropostale Maximo ($15) - Smells like it should cost ten times as much
• Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme ($60) - Praised by many, they say it will make you feel like James Bond
• Ralph Lauren Polo Red ($60) - One of Polo's best scents, sporty but elegant

3. Because He Has To Be Pristine 

Beards may be in the in-thing now with beard washes and beard trimmers all the rage, but even before beards made their re-entry into what's fashionable since well, the 19th century, keeping yourself looking pristine required the best of grooming tools. Here are a few must-have affordable items that should be in any man's look great/feel great tool kit.

• Parker SR1 Stainless Steel Straight Edge Razor ($20) - Must have, top quality, built like a tank
• Derby Professional Single Edge Razor Blades 100 Pack ($10) - Enough razors to last a year
• Remington Precision Grooming Travel Kit ($19) - Low cost trimmer and all of the necessary grooming tools
• Panasonic ES-LT-41K Wet/Dry Electric Razor ($80) - Worth every penny, charge meter LED

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4. Keep Him Current & Creative

The sheer amount of capable tech that has been crammed into a small space over the last couple of years is unbelievable. Whether he is trying to pen the latest top 40 hit, listen to his music on the go, or create the hottest app ever to come to market, these items should get those creative juices flowing.

• Case Logic USB Drive Shuttle ($4) - Protects your flash drives, attaches to your keychain
• Sony MDR-ZX100 Headphones ($17) - Multiple Colors, collapsable, great for the road
• Sandisk Ultra Fit 128GB Flash Drive ($30) - Fast USB 3.0, super tiny, uniquely attractive
• M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 Key Keyboard ($75) - Mini USB MIDI Controller, Super awesome & playable!
• Panasonic Eneloop Rechargable Battery Super Pack ($55) - 2100 cycles, AAA-D, includes charger
• Solar Powered USB Charger For Devices ($55) - Perfect for emergencies, powerful

5. Keep Him Dressed Well

We would not want you to settle on this part. What good are all of these gift items if the recipient isn't dressed well to begin with. All of the accessories and gifts in the world won't do a great job of presenting the whole package if the core components aren't taken care of. Here we will include quality articles of clothing that have been designed just for the short guy who refuses to settle for less and wants the perfect or close-to-perfect fit. 

• H&M Premium Cotton Dress Shirts ($39) - Absolute best value, looks amazing, dozens of colors & designs
• Express 1MX Dress Shirt ($59) - Sizes down to XXS, slim fit option, dozens of colors
• The Modest Man Shirt Line ($100) - New and made for men under 5'8 exclusively
• Jaden Lam Light Blue Stretch Solid ($175) - Basic textured solid, good for work or play, excellent quality
• Ray Ban Aviator 3183 Sunglasses ($80) - Polarized, different tints, great for a stylish day out

We'll leave gift cards off of this list because we're sure you know where you can get those, and they are fabulous gifts by the way. If you know what their favorite clothing or tech store is, then get them a gift card for that establishment. Remember, it's the thought that counts and remembering what someone likes shows that you care immensely. 

In any case, thanks for reading this list, and thanks even more for supporting Short Guy Central! We wish you a happy holiday, whatever you celebrate and hope you continue to frequent this site in the new year!

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