Holiday gift ideas from around the city and around the world, as researched and compiled by our crack team of elves here at The Pulse.
The Western Rise Bitter Creek Anorak is designed for when the rain comes in and temperatures drop. Durable and ready for any adventure, featuring 20K waterproofing, a gusseted collar to block the wind, and breathable core venting, the Bitter Creek Anorak will keep you dry and warm all day on the river and all night under the stars. $299, westernrise.com
Quit being selfish watching that movie on that little ol’ screen. Pop your phone into this Smartphone Movie Projector and project your smartphone onto the wall for all to view. Simply slide the back compartment in and out to focus the image, then let the glass lens do its magnifying work—without the need to connect to a power source. $27, lovethisitem.com
Samsung’s new Gear S2 Smartwatch repurposes the traditional components of a watch for the modern world. The watch’s entire bezel has become how you navigate the device, and Samsung’s Tizen operating system makes switching between functions sleek and intuitive. The kicker—it’s a smartwatch that you want to wear. $249, samsung.com
Guys, just because you sport facial hair doesn't mean you have to look like a grizzly man. Keep your 'stache and beard in top-notch form with The Ultimate Beard Haircare Pack. This line of products, created by a mechanic, is gentle enough for daily use, but don't worry-we won't tell anyone. Handmade in the USA, includes beard oil, whisker wash and moustache wax. $39.95, groominglounge.com
Getting smooth professional footage flying manually is never been easier with the Yuneec Typhoon G Drone. Turn your GoPro into your private flying camera and create amazing selfie videos, dronie effects or just follow you anywhere you go. Features up to 25 minutes flight time, a personal Ground Station with built-in touchscreen, and a 3-axis precision gimbal camera mount. Just don't annoy your neighbors. Please. $900, yuneec.com
Looking for a distinctive set of sunglasses, ladies? Shwood's original Canby Wood Sunglasses are both a trendy and great-looking choice. The classic Wayfarer styling and refined aesthetics of the Canby lay the groundwork for an entire wooden eyewear revolution. The Canby mixes timeless style with the luxuriousness of domestic hardwoods for a look that's simple yet unforgettable. $149, shwoodshop.com
Everyone loves Minions. So why not get a Minion Kevin Action Figure of your very own? Feed him the banana and you will hear how much he loves bananas. Move his head or press his pocket after feeding him and you'll hear him make one of his favorite sounds. And we apologize in advance for that sound. In fact, there are over 30 Minions sayings and sound effects, some of them even appropriate. $27.99, target.com
You know that one piece you’re just sure your house is missing? It’s the Fatboy Bunny Pillow. Believe us, it’s this bunny. With its high—quality filling and luxurious stonewashed cotton exterior, the CO9 XS is ready to hop to the job of quickly becoming your most talked about piece. $399, fatboyusa.com
David's Tea Glass Danepot is pretty amazing. It's a shock— resistant glass with a retractable silicone/stainless steel tea infuser. Great for parties, office gossip kikis, and really thirsty tea drinkers. And it just looks cool. $69.95, sftwetea.storenvy.com
Don’t touch that dial—this recycled Cardboard iPad TV Stand gives your iPad the look of a retro TV, recreating the golden days of tuning in with family. Designed by Luis Rodrigalvarez and made in Charlottesville, Virginia, this stand is perfect for train rides, plane rides, or just when you don’t want to hold your iPad whilst in bed. $30, cardboardsafari.com
For the budding artist on your list, this 166-Piece Wood Art Supply Kit contains a wide variety of art supplies inside a wood case that will allow young artists to realize their creativity on the canvas. They'lll be able to compose their own masterpieces in whatever medium they choose. $69.95, metmuseum.org
One of the most well-known pepper sauces in the world, Tabasco has put together a gift box that’s perfect for that one person on your holiday list who doesn't like to eat anything without breaking out into a sweat. The Tabasco Large Gift Box contains the Original Red, Green Jalapeño, Garlic Pepper, Chipotle, and Habanero pepper sauces, plus Steak, Caribbean, and Garlic meat sauces. $34, tabasco.com
Sleep in the latest comfort and style with the Eberjey Gisele Sleep Shirt. Made of a soft jersey fabric, the contrast piping outlines a borrowed-from-the-boys nightshirt. This cozy piece is detailed with a button placket and breast pocket. $86, shopbop.com
No screens, no hi-tech gadgetry. Made by Dad: 67 Blueprints for Making Cool Stuff combines the rough-edged, handmade ethos of a Boy Scout manual or The Dangerous Book for Boys with a sly sense of humor that kids love. $14.81, barnesandnoble.com
The Bracelet Flask is a wearable porcelain vessel that holds a shot’s worth of liquor. The shape was inspired by a small ring-shaped Pennsylvanian hip flask from the 19th century. Celebrate a forgotten form in American ceramics by wearing it on your wrist. Available in White Matte, Turquoise and Silver Chrome. $35, areaware.com
Every man needs at least one truly tacky...er..fun tie in his collection. And what could be more fun in the cold winter months than this reminder of sunnier, warmer weather? The Tie Bar Pink Flamingo tie handmade from imported 100% woven silk. $19, thetiebar.com
Rosemary Infused Olive Oil just might be the perfect gift for that foodie you know! With over 50 varieties of olive oil and aged balsamic available at Olive Chattanooga, you'll surely find the flavor that makes you say "WOW!" Gifts starting at $3.99. Open 7 days a week. 112 Woodland Ave. on the North Shore olivechattanooga.com
The hardwood frame of this Cubebot Wooden Robot strikes many poses. Features elastic band muscles and durable wood limbs which make him ready for any kind of action. When battles are complete, your robot avenger rests in a easy-to-store cube. $24.95, papersource.com
The Atomic ProForce Foosball Table is a great addition for any home. The table includes four balls and robot—style men that give it a unique touch and high practicality. Perfect for the beginner or the expert foosballer in any family. Game on! $249, sportchalet.com
Go 20,000 leagues under the shower with these friendly Shower Squids, each equipped with nine adjustable tentacles for gripping your shampoo, soap and washing extras, without disappearing into the bathroom void! Wildly convenient, this functional creature even holds your bottles upside down, so you conquer every last drop. $36, uncommongoods.com
The Meridian Point Desktop Miniature Dartboard Game comes with three magnetic tip darts for use at home, office or workspace, or on the go when traveling. A great stress and tension reducing game, that is also quite fun to play. $7, amazon.com
This best-selling guide to decluttering your home from Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo takes readers step-by-step through her revolutionary KonMari Method for simplifying, organizing, and storing. The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up is an international bestseller for one very good reason: it works. $10.61, barnesandnoble.com
Bring some color to those cheeks with these stoneware Warm or Cool Face Mugs. The perfect snack-time companions, they hold beverages up top and have a special cubby for your favorite nibbles. Wake up to coffee and a bagel with our warm, sunrise colors or settle in for late-night milk and cookies with their midnight cool palette. $35, uncommongoods.com
This unique timer is as easy to use as it looks: set the timer by simply resting the cube with the desired time facing up to 5, 15, 30 or 60 minutes. The Miracle Cube Timer is great for meetings, homework, napping, exercise or cooking. And to silence the (loud) alarm, all you have to do is set it back to zero at the top. Who knew a cube could to best timer ever? $13, amazon.com