Groom's Week: Target Practice - A Nightlight for Guys

Here's a groovy gadget for grooms that brides will benefit from too. Whether you're already living together or will be after the upcoming wedding, one of the irksome things about guys is when they leave the seat up (add groan here...). Even the most well mannered gents will be guilty of this from time to time so here's your chance to be prepared.

The Johnny Light is a night light for your toilet bowl that lights up when he leaves the seat up! No more falling in for you and no more misguided pee pee for him. Genius I say! The Globetrotting Groom says any gadget with LEDs and batteries will be a sure hit with men. Just watch this video for details.

Get one for your groom as an "I can't wait to live with you" present and spare yourself the "seat-up vs. seat down" controversy before it starts. Its also a fun bachelor or bachelorette party gag gift. Next up, getting him to put a new roll of toilet paper in after he uses it all up.....

Groom Week Continues! Grooms need some relaxing TLC too!

Brides aren’t the only ones who need to relax before the wedding day -- grooms need some time rejuvenate to look their best on the big day too.


To get the them ready for that very important walk down the aisle, grooms-to-be should check out the “Grooms Day at the Red Door” package, which includes a Swedish massage, gentlemen’s manicure and haircut (oh my!). Red Door Spa also offers several other men’s services, prefect for the groom-to-be including a gentlemen’s pedicure, deep tissue massages, and back facials (a must if he'll be sunbathing on the honeymoon)!

Click here to find a Red Door Spa near you.

Groom Week! Has your groom picked out his undergarments yet?

You've spent hours thinking about your wedding day undergarments so maybe your groom-to-be should give some thought to his - Um, maybe 10 minutes or so??

I present you with Tommy John's Second Skin Collection of underwear. Bye, bye to baggy undershirts which can cause "fake love handles." Say hello to these sleek, long and lean undershirts that give your guy a smooth silhouette! I put a Stay Tucked shirt on the Globetrotting Groom and I swear, they are like Spanx for men.

Check out these BEFORE and AFTER shots (and no, this is not the Globetrotting Groom).

BEFORE TOMMY JOHN:

AFTER TOMMY JOHN:

The collection includes crew neck, V neck, long sleeve and tank top undershirts and low rise boxer briefs and underwear briefs. These are so perfect for your grooms and groomsmen. Click here to snatch some up.

Groom's Week: What to get the guy who has everything???

Traditionally, the bride gives her groom a wedding present but what if your guy is one of those guys who have it all????

Here are a few unique gift ideas for grooms....

1) Is he the nautical, coin collector type? If so, check out these El Cazador Shipwreck cuff links from Arca Fine Coin Jewelry (call for details) ($795).


2) Is he the political type? Maybe he needs a Jorg Gray 6500 watch ($325) like President Obama!


3) Is he a cigar aficionado? Why not personalize this Not Just Any Old Day sterling silver cigar tube ($398) with your wedding date?

Welcome to Groom's Week! Why should brides have all the fun?

Since most of you fabulous readers are female, I thought I'd spend this week highlighting some great items to share with your grooms. I'm sure you've heard that Real Housewives of New Jersey line "Happy Wife, Happy Life" but I say a "Happy Groom will Make You Swoon." Ok, so that's a little cheesy. Maybe the pregnancy hormones have kicked in?

First up is this fabulous "Here Comes the Groomed Kit" from Anthony Logistics For Men:

Priced at $50, this kit contains glycolic facial cleanser, facial scrub, pre-shave oil, shaving cream, after shave balm, sea salt body scrub, and glycerin hand/body lotion in a lightweight travel case (perfect for taking on the honeymoon...). It's a great way to get your groom's face camera ready for the big wedding day and honeymoon close ups.

When I showed the Globetrotting Groom the potions and instruction card he balked, "I don't need a routine," but when he tried all the products, he changed his mind. Suddenly Mr. Doom and Gloom was all, "Hey, feel how soft my skin feels!" True story ladies!

I think this would be a great engagement gift, nice Jack and Jill shower present or groomsmen gift. Or maybe you just want to surprise him with a "just because" (your face is like sandpaper) present.

Attention Guys: Check out these cute and fun boutonnieres!

How cute and fun are these boutonnieres!?!?

These custom boutonnieres are from Fritts Rosenow but I bet you DIY brides could come up with something similar. Via The Ritzy Bee Blog and 100 Layer Cake.

Recessionista Wedding or Honeymoon Savings Tip!

Trying to save some money for your wedding dress or exotic honeymoon? Here's a cute idea...
The Dream Bank is the perfect way to save up for that special treat. Insert a photo of your desired object in the back of the box and start tossing your spare change into the slot each day.

If your guy leaves around as much loose change as mine does, this might just do the trick. And remember, a penny saved is a penny closer to Tahiti...

Calling all grooms!! Hey, it's about you too!!!

Kudos to The Grumpy Groom, one of my favorite male wedding bloggers, for being featured in The New York Times last week. If you didn't see A Wedding Plan for Men, it talked about grooms getting more and more involved in the wedding planning.


I pretty much planned our entire wedding but the Globetrotting Groom did have some feedback when it came to the videographer, band and food. How involved are your guys?

In case your groom is interested in getting more involved with the planning, here are some guy-friendly sites.

The Grumpy Groom

GroomGroove

The Man Registry

Just don't blame me if he turns into a Groomzilla...

Need groomsmen gift ideas? For your guys only....

Is your fiance still looking for groomsmen gift ideas?

Cufflinks are a classic choice but I think these vintage subway token cufflinks from Etsy's QA Create add a nice personal touch.

Did they go to school in Boston together? Go for these:


Are you getting married in the Big Apple? Here you go:


Is someone from the Windy City?

And finally, for the Californians....

Best of all, I think they they are a real steal at just $20-30 each.

Need help being an organized bride?

1) Overwhelmed with wedding planning details?
2) Got Post It notes all over the bathroom mirror?
3) Can't remember who you've spoken to and who you need to call?

If you've answered yes to one of these questions, you might need a little help being an organized bride.


If you can't think before you've had some coffee, I think this fun write on glass mug will get you on the road to organizational recovery. Just jot down the day's to-dos in the appropriate time slot and you're all set. A mini pencil and eraser is included so you can start fresh every day.

I think this would help any bride (or groom, or bridesmaid...) keep track of the planning while enjoying a little caffeine fix.

The ultimate personalized wedding gifts...

I found this fun site called Not Just Any Old Day and I had to share these sterling silver calendar charms (on jewelry or gifts) marked with a genuine Swarovski crystal to commemorate your special date! They've been nice enough to offer a 10% discount for Globetrotting Bride readers so just click here to order.

How cute would these be for a wedding or anniversary gift? You could also give them to your bridesmaids with their birthdays or anniversary dates. I love the key chains, money clips and biz card holders for the guys. And, they just introduced a cake server which would be perfect for a wedding!

Below (cake server, charm, bracelet, key chain, money clip and card holder) are my favorites:

Wedding Tradition Explained: "Tying the knot?"

You all know that "Getting married" = "Tying the Knot," but do you know where this expression originates?

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In many cultures including Hindu, Egyptian and Celtic, the hand of a bride and groom are tied together as a symbol of their new bond and commitment to the marriage. This is the origin of the expression "Tying then knot".

Are you incorporating this expression into your wedding? I'm loving these Save The Dates with the little Mini Moo cards and bakery string.

To read more about the origins of tying the knot and other interesting wedding traditions click here.

Globetrotting Bride's Top 10 Valentine's Gifts for Guys

For the guys in your life, here are the top 10 Valentine's gift ideas for guys from the Globetrotting Bride. I won't tell you which one of these I'm getting for the Globetrotting Groom in case he's reading...

For the martini lover, how about this modern Cubist Cocktail Set? I think a Cosmo would look pretty cool in these too.

Here's something he probably doesn't already have...Personalized Boxer Shorts in red, black or gray.

You can't go wrong with cuff links and these Watch Movement Cuff Links will impress the watch lover and gadget guru alike.

Feeling domestic? Why not bake him these adorable Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies or any other delicious looking treats from Bakerella.

For the insomniac, this Projection Alarm Clock and Weather Monitor displays the time and temperature on the ceiling. Much more fun than counting sheep.

For the couch potato, these fuzzy UGG Slippers will keep his toes warm.

Got a foodie? Make him a Personalized Apron with your photo. Here's one I made for the Globetrotting Groom (and yes, I bedazzled it too!).

Speaking of photos, here's a cool Leica Camera that takes amazing close up shots. I used this for my Mexico ring shots.

You can't go wrong with a Wii, Wii Fit, or the million games that will keep him entertained for hours...

Last but not least, this Sling Bag is big enough for his gym clothes or a weekend away, super sturdy and actually looks pretty cool in person.

Groovy Gift Ideas for the Guys....

Need some holiday gift ideas for your groom, brother, father, uncle or groomsmen? Check these out:

The Music Lover:

Altec Lansing's Orbit itty-bitty portable speaker ($40) weighs less than 7 ounces but offers rich sound for music on the go. It connects to iPods, MP3 players and laptops with a retractable cord.

The Gentleman:

A gentleman is not supposed to buy his own cufflinks so pick out a nice pair and give him a story to tell every time he wears them. Robin Rotiner makes a slew of fun ones in an array of themes like cars, sports, travel, places, animals and more. This MP3 Player/Headphones ($295) set cracks me up! And I really like the Private Jet and Engine and the Bottlecap and Opener.

The Tree Hugger:

The Give Smart, Give Green Holiday Gift Pack ($80) from OZO Life contains a slew of green goodies like reusable shopping bags and water bottles, recycling totes, organic soap, a toothbrush made of recycled yogurt cups and more.

The Chocoholic:

This Chocolate Bars of the World Gift Collection ($39) from National Geographic is sure to please any globetrotting chocoholic. Inside, you'll find five chocolate bars from around the world.

The Thirsty Man:

I love the idea of a Beer of the Month Club ($21-$65 per month) and this one lets you choose from four styles (Original Microbrew, International & Domestic, International or Collectors Series).

The Metrosexual:

The Ole Henriksen Men's Kit ($70) is a great pick for the modern man who cares about his skin and hair. He'll enjoy On The Go Cleanser, Natural Hair Wash, Sheer Transformation Creme and Walnut Complexion Scrub.