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Spring is here, and with spring comes the wedding gifts season. And as far as wedding planning is concerned, my advice to the groom-to-be is be patient and don’t get in the way. My other piece of advice is don’t wait until the day before the wedding to pick out a nice gift for your groomsmen. These guys have been by your side through the best (and maybe worst) of times, and they’ll be by your side on the big day. Let them know you appreciate them with a little something. 

To make the gift selection process a little easier, think of groomsmen gifts coming in two categories. There’s the traditional groomsmen gift- think classic stylish gifts often monogrammed and there’s more non-traditional gifts- think fun, whimsical but still something tasteful.

A safe and classic call is personalized cuff links. I have a few pairs I’ve picked up as a groomsmen over the years, and when I wear them (which admittedly isn’t too often) it always takes me back to my friend’s big day. 

Good luck fellas!

Personalized Gold Cuff Links starting at $34.95.

They're your partners in crime, your wingmen and they've always stood up for you. But this time, they'll be doing it on your big day (literally). So show your groomsmen some true appreciation with these classy Monogrammable Beer Mugs.

This set of four glasses comes with a hand-etched single initial monogram, giving it that personal touch. Choose either double old-fashioned glasses or tall beer mugs depending on their drink of choice: beer loving buddy gets the mugs and scotch-connoisseur pal gets the tumblers. It's a great way to thank them for that all-out bachelor party they threw you. 

Elegant Monogrammable Beer Mugs starting at $60.00.

When you think of an iPod wearer, do you picture a headphone-rockin' urban dweller or a jamming, off-roading adventurer? Probably the former. But not anymore, thanks to this awesome On-the-Go Speaker for iPods.

The perfect gadget for adventure travelers, the speaker encloses MP3 players in a water- and impact-resistant case and mounts securely onto any bicycle. There's also a nifty (also water-resistant) remote control that helps riders safely run their iPod from the handlebars. For anyone who equates vacation to action-packed days out in the wilderness, there's clearly no better birthday gift or groomsmen gift.

On-the-Go Speaker for iPods starting at $69

I truly believe tons of guys like to get grooming products. However, I also believe they really don't want to buy these products on their own. So here's a great solution–The Man Can.  Some great products such as a "strapping bar" of body soap, Bay Rum body oil and Fisherman's Hand Butter all packaged in a manly paint can.

I love this as Valentine's Day gift for the guy who wouldn't mind some pampering, but might be hesitant to ask. 

The Man Can starting at $49

I know many guys who think dressing up means throwing on a clean T-shirt and shaving. But who can blame them? I certainly wouldn't want to put on a boring old suit every day.

These funky Paul Smith Dog Cufflinks are a unique way to spiff up his Sunday best. The whimsical red bulldogs are made by one of the top British fashion designers, so you know they're stylish. And your man can wear them with anything from a plaid shirt to a tux. A great holiday gift for Hipster guys or any dude who just likes to add a little personality to his duds!

Paul Smith Dog Cufflinks starting at $90