Groomsmen Gifts: All the Best Bags, Weekenders, and Backpacks

As fun as traveling can be, all the grief leading up to the actual act of vacationing is awful. For many, the worst part is having to pack. There’s nothing more humbling than taking out luggage for a trip and realizing your bag just isn’t up to the task—it’s likely the case that some of your groomsmen have experienced this very feeling.

Why not help your friends out ahead of your wedding, especially if you’ve asked them to fly out and support you? Putting some groomsmen gifts into an awesome weekender or backpack is a great way to tell your crew that you appreciate their efforts.

As your wedding details begin to come together, it might be a good time to consider upgrading your groomsmen’s bags. You can give them the gift of peace of mind before they head out to your bachelor party or even the wedding itself. With this in mind, we’ve rounded up some of the best backpacks and weekenders to ensure their travels are as smooth as possible. Our selections, below.

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Ditch the Gym for Your New Year’s Resolution and Buy a Kettlebell Instead

We know that exercise is key to a longer and healthier life, but getting to the gym can sometimes get in the way of life. Or at least, that’s what it can feel like. If you’re short on time and patience but want to get a good workout in, even at home, then it’s time to consider the humble kettlebell.

The benefits of compound, whole body movements typically associated with kettlebell training are widely accepted to be far superior to standard gym machines that only work one muscle group at a time. Why waste energy and time when you can work on improving muscle tone, cardio, strength and body composition with a single piece of equipment?

If, however, you’ve never grabbed a kettlebell by the horn, it might seem intimidating. But we’re here to assuage your fears, once you’ve got the hang of it, you’ll wonder why you didn’t switch to kettlebells years ago. Best of all, kettlebell training doesn’t impact your joints the way other cardio does, and actually strengthens your joints.

So what are you waiting for? Here are eight solid options to get you started.

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14 Things To Do Around D.C. This Week

There’s more than likely at least one event to have you feeling jolly every day this week. But if that’s not your thing, there’s plenty of other compelling activities including a short film festival, a cookbook private dining event, and much more.

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Should There Be a 'Watchmen' Season 2?

Well—SPOILERS FOR WATCHMEN SEASON 1 OBVIOUSLY FOLLOW—it's all over. The mustache-twirling MAGA bad guys are vapor (or, in Not Great Bob's case, ooze) but so is Doctor Manhattan. All relationships end in tragedy, after all. Will Reeves got his revenge, Adrian Veidt got his comeuppance. And what did Angela Abar get? Well, the finale inevitably cuts to black before we can see. Damon Lindelof's HBO-adaptation of Alan Moore's beloved superhero deconstruction has come to an end, and—though it's a belabored phrase/way of thinking—yes, he did nail the ending, stick the landing, etc. Some things, reflexively, weren't flawless: we could've probably benefited from seeing a bit more of Lady Trieu. And while Jeremy Irons as Adrian Veidt is fantastic (boy, was he having a blast) the more the curtain drew back on his Europa adventures the sillier they became.

Those are quibbles, though. Hats off to Damon Lindelof, Nick Cuse, Jeff Jensen, Cord Jefferson, Regina King, Jean Smart, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Nicole Kassell, Stephen Williams...the list is endless, truly. Everyone came together and clipped up to tell a story of remarkable relevance and stunning execution. And now, the age-old question of the Peak TV era: is there more? Or rather, should there be? Would continuing with another season deepen and enrich this story, or does what we got tonight feel too complete to risk touching again? Complex's Pop Culture team debates if Watchmen is better off ending here or if nothing ever ends.

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The 16 Best New Pieces of Fall Menswear to Buy This Week

With December almost halfway over, it’s time for many of us to begin our journeys home for the holidays. Regardless of where you’re going (or how far you’re traveling from wherever you are right now), this week’s rundown of the best new menswear you can buy online features a few pieces that’ll make the trip a lot easier. Whether it’s a handy bag from Bric’s or a sturdy case from Rimowa, we’ve got solutions for your travel needs. Meanwhile, we’ve included other great travel essentials like a crushable hat from Taylor Stitch and Stetson, a suede flight jacket from Isaia, and a wallet from Prada. All that, and more, below.

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Get Your Chips Ready for These 8 Mouth-Watering Salsas

At its core, the construction of salsa isn’t too complicated. A simple mixture comprised of tomatoes, salt, onions, and peppers yields a delicious dip or topping that has become a timeless addition to any snack spread. Yet as you enter a grocery store or even shop online, all the various brands on display can be a bit overwhelming. That’s why it’s helpful to narrow those options down to only the best salsa. For yourself or a Super Bowl party, the best salsa makes you want to tear through an entire bag of tortilla chips.

With that in mind, we here at SPY have decided to cut through the chunky tomato goodness to bring you eight of our favorite salsas. And, as we’re still a little ahead of the Super Bowl, there’s plenty of time for you to taste test them all to determine which ones will make it to the big game.

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Make Your Office Job More Bearable With These 10 Awesome Desk Toys

Whether it’s returning emails, running around to meetings, making calls or actually doing work, making it through the day at your job is often stressful. Sure, you can take time to step away from the desk and run to grab a coffee for a bit of relief, but there are some days where you’re basically incapable of leaving. So what to do about a release? Turns out that the solution lies at your desk — with a good desk toy.

The best desk toys don’t need to be actual toys (although they certainly can), but rather little trinkets and items that can help you de-stress from all the chaos of the daily grind. Whether it’s something that just offers a bit of amusement or a moment of relief, there’s something here for everyone. We’ve rounded up ten of our favorites desk toys to help you make it through the day.

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Spread Some Holiday Cheer With These Festive Christmas Socks

While certain gifts may be more popular (or unpopular) than others, you can really never go wrong with socks. Think about it: everybody wears them, and most of us are struggling to find a matching pair. With Christmas just around the corner, we thought we’d take a look at some of our favorite holiday pairs. For stocking stuffers, or just to keep your feet warm and cozy on Christmas morning, these are the best Christmas socks we’ve been able to find for the season.

Great for stocking stuffers, white elephant gifts, office holiday parties or just because, we’ve secured some of the coziest, funniest holiday-themed socks on the web (and they aren’t always about Christmas). So get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these fun and festive Christmas socks.

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