Graduation gift guide: money clip

With graduation coming up this month, I figured it’d be good to go over some gift ideas in the next few days that would be perfect for those leaving institutions of higher learning for the professional workforce. Click here to see other items in the graduation gift guide.

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Money clip – Admittedly, it’s a bit of a risky gift to give someone who might prefer using a wallet. (I find most guys have a system that works for them and have no desire to change it.) But if you notice the grad carries cash loose or already uses a money clip, this is a bit of a no brainer to provide an upscale upgrade for them.

While a lot of great designs exist, there are many truly terrible ones, too. Avoid designs with gimmicks like USB ports, sports teams and overly-designed embellished logos. Instead look for a plain, solid design or perhaps engine-turned lines. Feel free to have their initials engraved, too.

Most on the lower end will be made from steel, but if you can afford it, then look at money clips that are sterling silver – you really want some weight to this so you know it’s still ing your pocket. I prefer designs that are slim and flat, as it’ll likely sit in your front pocket and any irregular bumps will make for an odd feeling.

Where to buy: Tiffany & Co., Brooks Brothers, J.Press, Rugby, Paul Stuart

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