Bleu de Chanel — TCA Blog — The Chic American

Year after year, the men in our lives notoriously top the list as the toughest to shop for—looking at you, dads! Unlike the typical all American guy, the French homme (much like the French femme) enjoys incorporating some luxury and comfort into his daily life, and isn’t afraid to show it!

From sleek French press coffee makers to subtle French-inspired cufflinks, fancy fountain pens, vacation ideas (that one’s for you, ladies!) and intoxicating aftershave, these splurge and steal gift ideas will have your fellow looking—and smelling—like un vrai francais in no time!

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Le Splurge ($100 and up)

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Longchamp; $255
Sleek and chic, this compact Longchamp wallet is easily foldable and ready to go.
“In 1948, Jean Cassegrain turned his Paris tobacco shop—where he was known to cover his pipes in an exquisite leather—into an accessories business. Named after the famed horse track on the outskirts of Paris, Longchamp is still family owned and operated, creating superbly crafted handbags and luggage lauded for a decidedly understated, always chic look.”

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$348; Houzz
Queen’s Gambit fans, rejoice! A beautiful addition to any living room or game room, this hand-crafted chess board uses recycled wine barrel heads from Napa Valley.

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White Lacquer & Gold; $365
This collection honors Cartier's long-standing tradition of creating fine objects. Skillfully and uniquely crafted in precious leathers and metals, lacquer and marquetry, each of these designs manifests the Cartier “*art de vivre*.”

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With Alexa Voice Control and Improved Motion Detection $139.99
Give the gift of peace of mind with this HD video doorbell (with enhanced features). It monitors your front door, and allows you to see, hear, and speak to anyone from a phone, tablet, or PC.
Receive mobile notifications when anyone presses your doorbell or triggers your built-in motion sensors.

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Nordstrom; $198 (Full & Travel Size)
“The most intense of the Bleu fragrances. An aromatic freshness opens, lingering on the warm, addictive fullness of cedar and sandalwood from New Caledonia that sweeps throughout the intense, woody fragrance. Housed in an intensely colored bottle, the parfum comes in a spray for easy application.

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Nordstrom; $1,450.00
This lacquered-nylon puffer coat reflects Moncler's Alpine heritage with tricolor zip tape and trim inspired by the French flag.
“Moncler was founded in 1952 in the mountain town of Monestier-de-Clermont, France, and today is headquartered in Italy. The brand's mountaineering heritage is still evident in its apparel, and its quintessential jackets have for decades been the choice of athletes, explorers and celebrities. Moncler's designs blend traditional and contemporary, and are at home in both the mountains and the city.”

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Men's Moncler Blesle Water Resistant Down Puffer Coat, Size 6 - White

Screen Shot 2020-12-09 at 11.03.04 PM.png — Christian Dior Tie

Black Silk; $230
“The black tie was created in collaboration with Shawn Stussy. Crafted in silk jacquard, it is embellished with a gray 'Dior' logo below the knot, reimagined by the artist through a modern lens.”

Screen Shot 2020-12-09 at 11.28.06 PM.png — A Romantic Getaway to a French Chateau

Hotels.com (Prices vary)
What better way to get excited for 2021 than by planning your next romantic trip to France? Hotels.com finds you the best hotels at the lowest prices, so you can spend more time in places you love. Giving him a gift that you can enjoy too? Genius.

Le Steal ($35 and Under)

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Screen Shot 2020-12-10 at 12.19.18 AM.png — Customized Vegan Leather Luggage Tag

Mark & Graham; $22.99
The French man travels often, and a personalized luggage tag ensures he’ll never lose his *bagage* while *en route* again.

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