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Holiday Gift Guide

By Alex Holmes

Terrific holiday gift ideas for all the golfers on your listTHE MODERN MAN | THE DISTINCTIVE MAN | THE CLASSIC GENTLEMAN | THE LINKS LADY

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The Modern Man Outfit
We put together a killer kit from some of golf's most contemporary brands. A slim fit five pocket and polo is an easy setup that works on and off the course -- navy and black is a cool coordination that elevates even the most classic looks. A nylon belt is a great leather alternative and the matte black hardware brings a serious technical vibe to the outfit. It's easy to rock a bold layering piece when the rest of your look is solid and simple. Camo is on trend for fall and this tonal version from RLX will clearly keep you outta the woods.RLX Blackwatch Camouflage Merino Wool Full Zip Sweater -- $395, J Lindeberg Rubi BD Tour Pique Polo -- $95, RLX Black Nylon Belt -- $85, Puma 5 Pocket Tech Pant -- $85All available at trendygolf.com
Nike Fuel Band SE
The new Nike Fuel Band SE in four hot colors gives you real-time data on how often and intensely you move. With more social channels to connect across it's easy to create a group with your buddies or join an existing Nike network and set up challenges to work toward. Gift the band to everyone in your foursome and extend your weekly match into extra holes. $149Nike.com
ZTech Tour Micro Fiber Golf Towel
The microfiber Tour Tech Gridlock technology keeps your grips tacked up and your hands dry throughout a foul weather round. The design is fully functional and the orange piping adds just enough pop to this pro grade cloth. $14.98Golfsmith.com
Kentwool Ankle Socks
Golf's most modern sock comes from one of the world's oldest fibers -- wool! Kentwool's ventilated bridge and heel-toe padding makes for a great walk on any course. If you pulled Rickie Fowler for your Secret Santa, look no further. $19.95kentwool.com
Sunice Pullover
The Sunice spandex blend stretch fabric gear is some of the sharpest looking stuff on the market. The contrast flatlock stitch in high voltage electric colors is a great modern detail on these performance pullovers. If you know someone channeling a Tron Legacy look on the links, this is the tech top for them. $99.99golfsmith.com
J. Lindberg Winter Hats
Look cool in the cold with these fresh caps from J. Lindeberg. These are a great way to work color into a dark, winter wardrobe. $30All available at trendygolf.com
Uniqlo Down Packable Vest
The perfect packable -- Uniqlo serves up a basic golf layering piece in 11 different colors. The cobalt blue adds a pop of color under a sportcoat or over a long sleeve polo. The nylon vest is a modern man's must have. $49.90uniqlo.com
Jaybird Bluebuds X
If Batman played golf -- Christian Bale badass Batman, that is -- and if Batman listened to music on the range, these would be his headphones. These wireless Bluetooth headphones have voice and touch commands, lifetime guaranteed sweat repellent nanotechnology and an eight-hour battery life. They're also the official training headphone of USA Triathlon. The future called, they want their headphones back. I'm keeping mine. $169jaybirdgear.com
Sony Xperia Tablet Z
The super lightweight Sony tablet is one of the sharpest looking models on the market, but, maybe more importantly, it's water resistant! If you know a modern golf nut obsessed with doing solo video work at the range, this is just the tablet for him. We wouldn't take it scuba diving but don't worry about the stray divot that lands on the screen. $499sonymobile.com
Rimowa Topas Stealth Multiwheel 26"
Rimowa sets the tone in modern luxury luggage. The aluminum frame was originally developed in the 1950's and through constant upgrades remains one of the lightest and strongest in the field. Be careful, you can fit a weeks' worth of golf gear in this matte black-man case so plan the next trip accordingly. $1,440worldtraveler.com
Thule iPhone 5 Case
This sleek, polycarbonate iPhone case is the perfect accessory for the modern man who is never too far away from his phone. $34.95apple.com
The Distinctive Man Outfit
Today's man needs to do more with less, so we put together some slim, simple golf gear from menswear brands outside the ropes. The walk from the 18th green to the 19th hole has never felt so natural. The shaggy dog sweater is as Scottish as the game itself. They're a perfect match. Most men have dress wools and jeans covered, so bridge the distance between the two with slim navy chinos. Tight patterns make strong statements; stand out from the sea of solids with a neat pattern and attract the right kind of attention. Leave the leather in the locker and rock a cotton canvas strap. Keep it tonal with your shirt or trouser and limit the point of contrast to either the top or bottom.J. Press Shaggy Dog Sweater, $245 jpressonline.comFred Perry Polo, $85 endclothing.comUnis Navy Trousers - $198 unisnewyork.comMartin Dingman Canvas Belt, $49.50 martindingman.com
Seamus Head Covers
Seamus's slamming headcovers in heritage patterns are the perfect gift for guys with classy carry bags. Pick from hundreds of designs -- we love the updated tartans, bold buffalo checks and trady tweeds. $45seamusgolf.com
Linksoul Shoe Bag
Whether you're rocking FootJoy Classics or spikeless slip-ons, they deserve to be toted to and fro in style. These vintage looking shoe bags from Ashworth's Linksoul line are perfect gifts for the guy with SoCal swagger. $50shop.linksoul.com
Smartwool Base Layer
There's nothing worse than getting gifts you never use and there's nothing better than functional gifts you learn you can't live without. This year, gift the man the most underrated element of foul weather golf gear. A super fine merino wool base layer is the most efficient insulator you can buy. The lightweight woolen won't restrict your movement and sheds the need for extra outwear. Throw this on against the skin and under a sweater and rotate well throughout the fall season. $100smartwool.com
Minsai Bracelets
Mewelry: moo-wel-err-E1. Personal ornamentation affixed to the wrist or neck (which does not serve the purpose of time telling,) for the confident, contemporary man with style.Pick up one of these smart, sophisticated Italian leather straps from Minsai and wear it with everything. The simple straps can be an inexplicably-addictive purchase, just remember to only wear one at a time. $68miansai.com
Blind Barber's Regimen
The perfect package of morning man maintenance -- a three-step system for the man with no time to waste nor room to spare. Rinse, repeat, re-purchase ... $58blindbarber.com
Dagwood Overnight Bag
The water resistant cotton canvas Dagwood overnighter is the perfect weekend bag for any golf adventure. The integrated shoe slide is a classic detail that completely seals the deal. $350dagwoodgolf.com
Rivieras
These swanky slip-ons fall somewhere above the sneaker and below the loafer on the leisure meter. While inspired by espadrilles worn along the French Riviera in the '50s, these updated sliders have rubber soles that give the shoe some serious traction away from the beach. Wear these outta the locker room, into the bar and on to wherever the night takes you from there. We wouldn't say they're waterproof but, they're certainly not afraid of getting wet. $110rivieras-shoes.eu
Corgi Socks
The Corgi Army Air Corp regimental sock is a sharp look steeped in serious heritage. The hand-linked hosiery has been made in Wales since 1892 and make a great gift for the man that demands authentic style and craftsmanship in every detail. $25corgihosiery.co.uk
O Watch Straps
Update your watch without serious spending -- swap out your traditional leather strap for a grosgrain NATO band and completely change the vibe of your timepiece. $15shop.hodinkee.com
Suit Supply Oatmeal Cardigan
This slim fit, cotton-cashmere cardigan is a lightweight layer that works perfectly under a sportcoat or over a polo. It's a great gift for the guy with classic taste that demands current cuts. $99suitsupply.com
The Match: The Day the Game of Golf Changed Forever by Mark Frost
"If I hadn't been there I wouldn't believe it myself ... No one will ever see an event like this again. Fiction can't touch it."-- Ken VenturiAn epic story about a tectonic shift in the modern game of golf -- a must read for the competitive and casual golfer alike. $17.30Amazon.com
Cameron Creations – Scotty Cameron World Book
A picture book for the purist. Published as a Japanese special style piece, this book is packed with fantastic photos. Gift this to every guy in your group. $85scottycameron.com
The Classic Gentleman Outfit
We put together a killer kit from some of golf's most timeless brands: A cashmere zip-mock makes for luxurious layering on and off the course. FJ's solid tech shirts meld modern fabrics with classic styling for the perfect polo. Cords are a fall fashion staple, make sure you have this steel gray color covered. The ribbon belt is here to stay, throw it in with your golf gear on the links or with a pair of dark denim and a blazer for a casual Friday at the office.Peter Millar Cashmere Zip–mock -- $325 petermillar.comFoot Joy Pencil Stripe Tech Polo -- $68 thegolfclub.comBrooks Brothers Ribbon Belt -- $48 brooksbrothers.comPolo Golf Corduroys -- $98 trendygolf.com
Smythson Golf Notebook
Record your rounds with this beautiful, pebble grain golf journal from one of England's most renowned paperies. $73smythson.com
G–Fore Golf Gloves
Pick a color, any color. G-Fore gloves are still some of the game's sharpest accessories. $35gfore.com
Bottega Veneta Key Chain
Elegant accessories are the perfect gift for any man with a sharp sense of style. $200bottegaveneta.com
Paul Stuart Stripe Socks
Chances are, he's already got the cashmere solids in every color under the sun. These multicolor stripes work with all types of trouser shades. They're a great gift for the guy that doesn't mind standing out when crouching down to read his putts. $36.50Paulstuart.com
Serapian Duffle
A family-owned business since 1945, Serapian is renowned for crafting some of the finest leather goods in the world. This camel colored duffle is a handsome gift for the well-traveled gentleman. $1,350Barneys.com
New Neckwear
The easiest way to sharpen up his weekday wardrobe is with new neckwear. Traditional silks are OK, but there are tons of beautiful grenadines, wools and knits on the market from taste-making luxury brands. Add texture to his ties with these options from Drakes, Isaia and Ralph Lauren Black Label.Top to bottom:Drakes Silk Grenadine -- $145 drakes-london.comIsaia Wool/Cashmere Woven Blend -- $225 Barneys.comRalph Lauren Black Label Slim Knit -- $115 ralphlauren.com
The Laddie 10
A single malt spirit with the balance and complexity of a well-aged wine. It's a dram dreamt up off the beaten path and a gift a man won't soon forget. $52.99winechateau.com
Tod's Driving Loafer
Tod's is synonymous with the luxury driver. They make this shoe in countless colors but we love the olive suede. While forest is a fresh color for fall these will look just as sharp with his softer shades in the spring. Pre-round, post-round, drinks, dinner, dessert, etc. -- these shoes are fit for all casual occasions. $445tods.com
Playing Through: A Year of Life and Links Along the Scottish Coast by Curtis Gillespie
A magical golf memoir with a father-son framework that makes it a must read for all father-son twosomes. $9.99Amazon.com
Ghurka Passport Case
For the international golf jaunt, protect your passport in style. Extra style points if you use this as your scorecard cover, too. Just don't forget your passport in your golf bag. $175Ghurka.com
The Links Lady Look
Pick out the outfit that fits her lifestyle and not a costume that looks great on the links but has no place outside the ropes. We put together a sharp setup that works well on the tee, and on the town. Printed trousers are on trend for fall -- pick your pattern and make sure everything else in your ensemble stays in the background. Slim fitting, solid tech tops and layering pieces are active-wear essentials and work well for all types of outdoor activities.Adidas ClimaLite Solid Polo -- $45 taylormadegolf.comSunice Powerstretch Jacket -- $79.95 golfcircuit.comMSGM Aztec Print Trousers -- $265 matchesfashion.com
Iomic Golf Grips
Scientifically developed to limit torque and improve feel, these Iomic grips come in seriously show stopping shades. Join tour pros like Camilo Villegas and Karrie Webb and update your grip game this holiday season. $14.97regripit.com
Garmin Range Finder Wrist Watch
Never be out of position with the new Garmin S4 range finder wrist watch. The techy time piece also syncs with your smart phone to relay texts, emails and calendar appointments. $349.99buy.garmin.com
Foot Joy My Joys
Customize a pair of My Joys and surprise the most stylish women in your group with a personalized pair of kicks. Foot Joy's My Joy program has nine models and an unbelievable number of color and pattern combinations. $175footjoy.com
Uniqlo Down Packable Vest
The perfect packable -- Uniqlo serves up a lightweight layering piece in 11 different colors that rolls up into a nylon sack the size of a headcover! Throw it on for chili morning tee-times then stash it in your bag at the turn. $49.90uniqlo.com
Skin Effects SPF 45 Active Sunscreen
Skin Effects SPF 45 Active Sunscreen is a light lotion that dries quickly and won't run when you sweat. It's a great gift for warm weather golf holidays. $11Amazon.com
Jawbone Up
Keep up with your New Year's fitness resolution by staying in tune with your body day and night. The Jawbone Up wristband monitors your body's activity (or inactivity) 24/7, and the app displays your data on all of your smart gadgets. Customize your dashboard with everything from meals to moods and get real-time feedback on how to keep yourself on the feel good fitness path this season. 129.99jawbone.com
Kiehl's Lip Balm Gift Set
Your lips are one of the most vulnerable, yet under attended to, areas of your body when it comes to UV protection. Make sure your smackers stay smooth with the Kiehl's lip balm gift pack. Keep one in your golf bag, one in your purse, one at the office, one in the ... you get the idea. Keep 'em handy and apply regularly. $30kiehls.com
I-Pad Case
Leather tech accessories are a great gift this holiday season. Outfit your tablet with this embossed leather python look in burgundy. $135giginewyork.com
Golf Shoe Bag
Tote your spikes in style with this sporty, printed shoe bag. $48lorisgolfshoppe.com
Linen Clutch
Keep everything from keys to credit cards in one place during your round. These monogrammed linen clutches are great stocking stuffers for everyone in your group. $35-$45markandgraham.com
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