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Guides

Our curated collection of buying guides tailored for gifting, hobbies and beyond.

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The Cool Material Valentine’s Day Guides, 2026
By Cool Material
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The Cool Way to Skip Valentine’s Day (Hint: Leave Town)

From heartbreak butlers to experiences designed for solo travelers, these are the anti-Valentine's trips to treat yourself to.

By Hayley Domin
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What to Get Him for Valentine’s Day (When He Says He Doesn’t Need Anything)

A list of things he didn’t ask for but would love to receive.

By Cool Material
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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her, With Taste

Our roundup of Valentine’s gifts that feel considered, not performative.

By Cool Material
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2021 Holiday Gifts for Book-Lovers

With our lives in stasis over the last 20 months, we’ve all had a chance to pause, think about what matters, and, on the lighter side, discover or rediscover new hobbies and passions. The need for good books as well as time to read them can’t be emphasized enough. As…

By Andy Crump
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Holiday Cards You’ll Actually Want To Send

While there's certainly a time, place an intended recipient for the "Holly Jolly," "Merry Christmas," "Season's Tidings" and other Christmas-themed cards you'd easily find at your local big box shop or drugstore, there are just as many holiday cards available on the Internet that are far more interesting. And we…

By Cooper Fleishman
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The Gift Guide for Men Who Love Watches

It was once said that the only jewelry a man should wear is a wedding ring and a watch. While that's no longer true today, the gift of a good timepiece is always welcomed. It can easily set the tone for style or cement a look like no other accessory.…

By Amos Kwon
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The Best Gifts for Music-Lovers 2021

Giving the music enthusiast in your family the gift of more music is the easiest way to their hearts (and ears), but think outside of the streaming services and MediaMonkey libraries; find gifts that speak to their love of a good tune instead of getting them more good tunes. Need…

By Andy Crump
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Beloved Retro Ski Apparel Brand Mother Karen’s is Back

Mother Karen's is one of those apparel brands that was seemingly lost to history. The small ski apparel brand earned a cult following in the 80s among skiers, surfers, skaters, and BMXers. The color-blocked powder jacket with the oversized Kangaroo pouch is instantly recognizable and carries it with all of…

By John A. Paradiso
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