Shopping for a man who has already told you he doesn’t want or need anything (as we’ve noticed many dads are wont to do) is hard. We’ve made it easy for you this year by rounding up 13 super-cool Father’s Day gifts that the fab dad in your life will actually be glad (and pleasantly surprised) to receive.
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Izola Sea Bag Duffel
Whether you’re aboard a vessel or ashore on your land legs, get to where you’re going in style with this crisp-looking duffel bag from Izola. Made from durable 20 oz. cotton canvas, this perfect sized bag is ideal for the active man and comes complete with a removable shoulder strap. $102, izola.com -
"Season With Authority" by Marc Murphy
If you love dad’s cooking or you think he needs a little inspiration for his next home cooked meal, we’ve got the gift for you. Celebrity chef (he's a judge on "Chopped" and People magazine's "Sexiest Chef"), local dad, and owner of several popular New York City restaurants, Marc Murphy, just published his first ever cookbook, "Season With Authority: Confident Home Cooking." Learn how to make delectable dishes like Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters, Pain Perdu and his award winning Big Marc Burger. $21.84, amazon.com -
The Casper Mattress
What better gift to get the hard working dad in your life than a gift that keeps on giving? With a Casper Mattress he’ll receive a better nights sleep for years to come. Crafted in the United States from premium textiles, Casper has united a “comfort” layer of latex on the top with a “support” layer of high density memory foam on the bottom for maximum comfort. Plus, they offer convenient shipping to your doorstep (the mattress compresses into a reasonably-sized box so you don't have to rearrange your schedule to wait around for delivery. $850 (Queen size), casper.com -
Forest Bound WWII Era Patched Canvas Pocket Utility pouch
Perfect for the history lover on your list, this Utility Pouch from Forestbound New England is made from salvaged canvas from WWIII-era US military laundry bags. Every pouch is handmade and is fully lined with brown cotton canvas. Perfect for packing essential for a summer getaway. $65, forestbound.com -
Kaufmann Mercantile Handmade Copper Flask (Cork top)
If you’re really looking to impress this Father's Day, look no further than this handmade, 100 percent pure solid copper flask. Made to be a replica of early American handiwork and craftsmanship, Kaufmann Mercantile doesn’t overlook any details when creating these beautiful, timeless flasks. Bonus points if you fill it up with dad's libation of choice before gifting! $199, store.kaufmann-mercantile.com -
"How to be a Husband" by Tim Dowling
Humor him this Father’s Day with Tim Dowling’s hilarious book, "How To Be A Husband." Even after reading just the first chapter, you’ll see why publications such as the New York Times' Book Review and the Guardian have given this one husband's account of being a spouse and father in the 21st Century such good reviews. $19.86, amazon.com -
Stance Sailor 2 Premium Socks
Nothing feels quite as good as a new pair of premium socks! This super-cool nautical pair from Stance are crafted from plush Supima cotton and feature tight stitching. A deep heel pocket, self-adjusting cuff, and a reinforced heel and toe offer additional cushioning and durability. $24, stance.com -
Sugarfina Sugar Daddy Giftset
This Sugar Daddy gift set from the “grown-up” candy shop, Sugarfina, is the perfect way to pay dad back for being so sweet. The set comes with three different types of candies, “Sugar Daddy” or Heavenly Sours, “Top Pop” the Cola Cuties, and “Papa Bear” the Papa and Baby Bear Mix. Yum! $25, sugarfina.com -
Beau Ties Ltd Two Wheeler - Bow Tie
Learning to ride a bike, or teaching someone else how to, is a milestone worth commemorating. Honor that achievement (or just speak to the sensibility of bike-loving dads everywhere) with this woven navy blue silk bow tie from Beau Ties of Vermont. $49, beautiesltd.com -
Kiel James Patrick Narragansett Arrow Bracelet
Since there are only 24 hours in a day, we know dad checks his watch a lot. Switch it up this Father’s Day with this luxury Narragansett Arrow watch strap from Kiel James Patrick. Every strap is made in America from premium leather, custom brass fixtures, and authentic suiting material. The cool cross-stitched arrow pattern is a rugged style bonus! $85, kieljamespatrick.com -
Mark & Graham Union USB Flash Drive
His actual memory may not be perfect all the time (between work, kids, and home life), but at least with this color blocked, wood USB flash drive he can have 8GB of memory that looks good. Made by hand in Austin, Texas from metal, wood and acrylic paint, Mark and Graham offers free, hand-stamped monogramming on all flash drives. $49, markandgraham.com -
Offerman Wood Shop Moustache Cultivation Kit
Every dapper dad can appreciate a well-groomed moustache! And the best was to cultivate a ruggedly handsome one? Awesome actor Nick Offerman's Cultivation Kit (read: shaving kit) from his super-cool wood shop! Just use Offerman's famous character Ron Swanson as inspiration. Monogram and customization options are also available. $66–$180, offermanwoodshop.com -
Quiksilver Street Trunk Print, 19" Shorts
Make sure daddio is ready for plenty of summer fun where-ever the season takes him with a pair of style-savvy swim trunks from Quiksilver. This slim-fit pair of summer-worthy shorts features a 3-pocket design, a super soft wash, a printed waistband and back pocket, a and comfy drawstring closure. $59.50, quiksilver.com
