The Best Gifts for Dad (or like a Dad!)

Jun 03, 2025

Can you believe that Father’s Day is just a few weeks away? Here are some of my favorite gift ideas.

Coravin Wine Preservation System—This is one of my favorite things and a great gift if your dad/partner/etc is into wine. It will make a fancy bottle last for months! I own and love this, and I bought one for my dad a few years ago. My blog has a longer review of Coravin (and the different options).
Really Good Cashmere — Guest in Residence makes some of my favorite, super luxurious cashmere. This polo is a nice summer weight.
A Nice Big Mug — I love East Fork Pottery, and this chartreuse mug is a must. Fun fact via Carly: the owner is the great-grandson of Henri Matisse!
The Very Best Joggers—If he doesn’t already have a pair, get him these. They are the best joggers (especially this time of year when you don’t want anything too heavy). They are lightweight, cozy, and last forever.
My Favorite Knives (and a Beautiful Stand)—I have had this set of knives (and stand) since living in Brooklyn and love it so much. It looks beautiful on your counter, and the knives are of top-notch quality.
A Pizza Oven! — A dream gift, with selfish intentions (I really love pizza).
Bombas Socks — Good socks are a boring gift, but they’re a nice little luxury he’ll use every day and probably wouldn’t buy for himself.
Short Court Sports Paddle — Get two paddles, and play pickleball together!

Lego Art—This is equal parts fun family bonding project and art for the home. My boyfriend’s youngest is a LEGO enthusiast, so I’m getting him this for them to do together.
Flamingo Estate Peppermint Exfoliating Bar — This is a great product (it exfoliates so well, makes you tingle all over, and smells incredible—I love the peppermint scent!) that even the most product-averse guy will love.
Theragun — If he doesn’t already have one, you cannot go wrong with a Theragun. It’s heaven on sore muscles, tight shoulders, and achy feet. I also love the mini as it packs a punch without taking up much space.
Customized Viewfinder — This is so brilliant and nostalgic; I love that you can load it up with your photos and special memories and then display it on a shelf or your coffee table.
Orange Duffle Bag — The perfect knock-around bag. For the gym, sailing equipment, or whatever his thing is.
Brightland Olive Oil Set—This is a fantastic set with all the essentials. (I'm just saying that it would be great paired with the pizza oven!).
Personalized Tomato Candle—This is my favorite candle right now. It will make his space smell incredible, and you can add a sweet (or saucy) message.
Carry-on Bag—A stylish weekender or personal item for travel, this bag has a compartment for just about everything, so nothing gets lost.

Burlwood Frame (Upload a Photo): Photo gifts are the best, and Framebridge makes it super easy. Just upload your photo, and they’ll handle the rest.
Rocks Glasses — These are the perfect, ultra-fancy glasses for the cocktail connoisseur. I have a set, and they are so special. I use mine for negronis, but they’d be perfect for a Manhattan or old-fashioned as well!
Personalized Olive Oil—For the chef in your life, this is really good olive oil with a customized message.
The Best, Softest Button-Down — I am such a broken record about this cozy shirt, but every guy in my life (my dad, my bf, my brothers-in-law) all love it. It is the softest shirt ever. Great for layering.
Big Flamingo Estate Set—This is a good set. It contains all the best super fancy but still essential/basic things (olive oil, vinegar, honey, spices, coffee!).
Bose Headphones — Fancy and luxurious, the sound quality is phenomenal.
A Big Cozy Robe — I got this for my boyfriend for Valentine’s Day. It’s great for chilly mornings. I have one too (a gift from his brothers!)… we like to put them on after a late-night swim in the pool.
Catch-All Charging Tray — an elegant place for him to charge his phone and stash essentials.