The Coastal Dog Lover's Gift Guide (For the Person Whose Dog Goes Everywhere)

Buying for someone whose dog is basically a plus-one at this point? You already know the type: the one who's picked the restaurant based on the patio being dog-friendly, who has more photos of the dog than anything else on their phone. Here's what actually lands, sorted by how much you want to spend.

Under $35: The Easy Win

A single, well-designed tee never misses. Right now the fastest-moving designs in the shop are these two, both from the Dog Days collection.

$35 to $70: The Considered Gift

Step up to a back-print design and you're giving something that reads more like a piece of clothing than a souvenir. This is one of the best-selling back designs this season. Pair it with a second tee from the Statement Tees collection and you're in gift-set territory without actually assembling a gift set.

For the One Who Lives in Graphic Tees

Skip anything that looks like it came from a boardwalk gift shop circa 2003. A clean, well-designed tee on soft, ring-spun cotton reads as “I have taste” instead of “I bought this on vacation.” The Statement Tees collection is built around exactly that line.

For the One Who's Always Talking About Their Breed

If you know the breed, there's almost always a shirt for it. It's a small thing that reliably lands better than people expect. Recognition beats generic every time. A few of the most popular right now:

For the One Who Never Misses a Sunrise Walk

Something built for actually being outside, not just photographed outside. The Coastal Classics line (herons, egrets, pelicans, flamingos) is for the person who notices the birds on their walk and not just the waves. Two of the better sellers in that line:

For the One Who's Impossible to Shop For

When in doubt, pick their most-worn category (beach, birds, or a specific breed) and size up rather than down. A slightly loose tee gets worn more than a snug one.

The One Rule

Whatever you pick, check the fit and fabric notes on the product page first. A great design on the wrong fabric doesn't get worn twice. That's the whole reason these are printed on Bella Canvas and Gildan blanks instead of whatever's cheapest.

FAQ

What size should I buy as a gift?

Check the size chart on the product page before ordering, and size up if you're not sure. These run true to size on Bella Canvas and Gildan blanks.

How long does shipping take?

Each product page lists current production and shipping estimates. Order with enough buffer if you're working toward a specific date.

Are these shirts true to size?

They run on standard Bella Canvas and Gildan sizing. The product page for each design includes the specific size chart.

What if I don't know their exact size?

Size up. An oversized coastal tee is very much in style right now, and a shirt that's a size too big gets worn more than one that's too tight.