FATHER’S DAY IS an opportunity to show your dad just how much he means to you with a well thought-out gift, but the process of acquiring one can leave you scratching your head. Dad’s trademark “I don’t really need anything this year” reply doesn’t help, and as the pressure mounts as we get closer to the big day, it’s easy to feel lost.
Your dad is unlikely to leave you an easily decipherable breadcrumb trail of clues to figure out what he really wants, but a closer inspection of his interests should reveal a few areas of need. If he’s a runner, are dad’s shoes bordering on threadbare and in need of replacement? If he’s a fragrance guy, is his go-to scent running low on juice? Or if he’s the kind of dad that always keeps himself in good nick, does his grooming kit need a revamp? From there, you will have narrowed down the vast array potential gifts to an area of focus. That’s where we come in.
To assist in your quest for the perfect Father’s Day gift, we’ve pulled together a comprehensive selection of the best gifts for every type of dad. Read on and find everything your dad could ever need or want.
Best Father’s Day gifts for a new dad
The New Dad’s Survival Guide: What to Expect in the First Year and Beyond
Children don’t come with manuals, but bestselling author Rob Kemp does his best at supplying one. This survival guide for new dads is truly essential, revealing what to expect in the first 18 months and arming first-time fathers with everything they need to thrive in their newfound paternal role. This book covers everything from bonding with a baby to managing work commitments and finances. It’s the kind any dad wishes they read earlier.
Dad Jokes for New Dads
Assuming dad has already read the ‘New Dad’s Survival Guide’, he can move onto another area he’ll need to develop through the course of fatherhood – dad jokes. ‘Dad Jokes for New Dads’ is filled with the whole spectrum of dad jokes, from the painfully unfunny to the genuinely witty.
Beats Studio Buds Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones
Let’s face it, while you love them dearly, there’s going to be some point in the early stages of fatherhood where you’ll want nothing more than to be able to drown out the noise of your child’s incessant whining. With the help of these Beats noise cancelling earphones, you can. Active noise cancelling tech means you can block out unwanted external noise, while transparency mode allows you to filter in some of the sounds around you for a more natural – but thankfully quieter – listening experience.
Theragun Mini
Chances are that dad’s going to be pretty tense during his first few months of fatherhood. Why not help him relieve some of that stress with a Theragun Mini? The high-tech massage gun packs Theragun power into a more compact and uber-portable package and is proven to relieve aches and pains and improve recovery.
Tinybeans subscription
As parents are becoming more aware of the risks associated with sharing photos of their children online, the need for alternatives is skyrocketing. Luckily, Tinybeans has emerged as a secure way for dads to share precious moments with family and friends. Tinybeans is essentially a journal, visual diary and time capsule designed for parents to preserve their family’s memories and share them with a trusted circle. By gifting dad a subscription, he’ll be starting fatherhood on the right foot, with the peace of mind to be able to focus on the important things.
Paire Sock Bundle
The truth is that every dad needs socks, no matter how much they bemoan receiving them as a gift. New dads will need to get used to the sock treatment, so why not start sooner rather than later? This bundle from Paire is made from organic cotton and Aussie Merino wool. With odour-resistant materials, surplus cushioning where it’s needed and 90-degree heels for minimal slippage, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better pair of socks.
Step One Father/Son Boxers
There are few dads who wouldn’t want some comfier boxers, and this pair from Step One is about as comfy as they come. Made from super soft viscose fabric derived from bamboo, these boxers feature Ultraglyde panels to prevent thigh chafing and a 3D comfort pouch to keep all the important stuff in place. But the best part is that you can get Father/Son matching pairs.
Best Father’s Day fragrance gifts
Ralph Lauren Polo 67
Polo 67 is a bold, bright fragrance for an ambitious dad who boasts a sporty yet refined style. This scent is marked by a spark of woods and citrus, creating an eminently fresh and fruity blend with notes of Calabrian bergamot, pineapple accord, geranium, clary sage, earthy vetiver and patchouli. The ideal gift for a dad who always wants to smell phenomenal.
Chanel Allure Homme Sport Superleggera
Allure Homme Sport Superleggera is for the dad who goes all-in with everything he does. A limited edition interpretation of Chanel’s Allure Homme Sport range, Superleggera is sensually vivid, a whirlwind of energy with woody and amber accents as well as notes of sparkling grapefruit. Superleggera is made for men of action who embrace new challenges. Sound like your dad?
Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir
Rabanne’s Invictus Victory Elixir is the ideal base layer for a dad who values intense, earthy fragrances, with strong notes of amber and wood. The scent is really a global effort, with lavender sourced from the French region of Provence, accompanied by black pepper, green cardamom, Indonesian patchouli, hand-harvested Somalian incense, Madagascan vanilla, and the coup de grâce, the concentrated nectar of a tonka bean.
Hugo Boss Bottled Parfum
If dad is the kind of person who likes to attract attention and doesn’t mind being told that he smells amazing, Hugo Boss’ signature Eau de Parfum could be for him. The scent draws on a base of amber and wood, merging it with notes of orris concrete and fig tree root for a refined yet powerful fragrance.
Montblanc Explorer Platinum
Montblanc’s signature Explorer collection evokes the spirit of adventure, and the fragrance’s platinum edition takes that philosophy one step further. This time, with a resonant, earthy aroma built on woody notes from cypress and cedarwood. Traces of grapefruit, violet leaves and sage lend the scent an air of refinement. While you can’t feel a scent, the Explorer Platinum’s woodiness can only be described as textural. To prove that we’re not going crazy from inhaling too many rich fragrances, you’ll need to smell this one for yourself.
Best Father’s Day Health and Fitness Gifts
URBNSURF Gift Card
If your surfing-inclined dad is always complaining about drop-ins, crowded beaches and inconsistent swell, send him to URBNSURF, where state-of-the-art wave pool technology produces flawless waves time after time, no matter the conditions. Dad needn’t be concerned about his skill level either, with sessions suitable for surfers of all abilities from beginner to pro. URBNSURF has wave pools in Melbourne and Sydney, with gift cards ranging from $50-$300 available online. For Father’s Day, URBNSURF is also offering bundles that include merch and dining experiences.
Whoop 4.0
The fitness wearable of the moment, Whoop is a metric tracker used by elite athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo, Rory McIlroy and James Tedesco, so surely it’s good enough for dad. It doesn’t matter what his focus is – whether he’s aiming for 5km personal bests, perfecting his golf swing or simply keeping an eye on his heart rate – Whoop is a versatile gift that can help him achieve optimal performance while also tracking his strain, recovery and sleep like a pro.
Centr Subscription
If dad’s keen on staying in shape, you can help him set goals, stay motivated and reach new heights with a subscription to Chris Hemsworth’s Centr app. There, dad can access personalised workouts, healthy meal recipes and guided meditation sessions from some of the world’s best trainers and leading wellness experts. A straight up gym membership might be a little too on the nose for a Father’s Day gift, but with a Centr subscription, you can bring the gym to him.
Eight Sleep Pod 4
You can’t put a price on a good night’s sleep, and we’re positive that your dad would feel the same way. For that reason, an innovative Sleep Pod from Eight Sleep could be a gamechanger. With dual climate control, automatic temperature adjustments and clinical-grade tracking for sleep phases, heart rate and snoring, the Pod 4 is an all-encompassing sleep booster.
38TERA Daily Microbiome Nutrition
It’s unlikely that your dad will ask for a multivitamin this Father’s Day, but such an item could be exactly the kind of gift he needs. Created by leading gastroenterologist, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, 38TERA’s Daily Microbiome Nutrition (DMN) powder could help dad keep his gut health in check. DMN is packed with prebiotics to nourish healthy gut bacteria, feed his microbes and reduce bloating – it’s a gift few dads will ask for, but most will want.
ATIVAFIT 25kg Adjustable Weight Dumbbell Set
Give dad the gift of gains this year with an adjustable weight dumbbell set. Ask any dedicated gym junkie and they’ll likely tell you the same thing: dumbbells are the most versatile and reliable means of chiselling out sculpted muscles. This set is suitable for all levels of fitness, with weight increments ranging from 2.5kg to 25kg.
Lululemon Double Roller
The Double Roller from Lululemon is actually two foam rollers in one. The exterior roller utilises a wavy, swirling design to work out knots in your arms and legs, while the interior roller goes deeper to soothe your back. This is one of the more aesthetically pleasing foam rollers on the market. It wouldn’t look to out of place in an upscale gym, or a contemporary living room.
Lululemon Zeroed In Short-Sleeve Shirt Graphic
If you’re willing to run the risk of being out-styled by your dad, some clothing from the Lululemon range would be a great Father’s Day gift. This short-sleeve shirt provides everything dad needs to be kitted out while working out, with ample room around the chest and waist to avoid restricting movement, as well as a breathable design to improve airflow.
Vitruvian Trainer+
There are plenty of dads who value their fitness, but not all of them have the time to head to the gym consistently. If that sounds like your dad, the Vitruvian Trainer+ could be exactly what he needs. It’s an innovative fitness machine that acts as an all-in-one home gym, and it operates by using smart algorithms and AI to respond to the way you move.
Best Father’s Day grooming gifts
Braun Series 9 Pro+
This shaver works for a 1-, 3-, or 7-day beard, making it a great all-rounder. It boasts surgical-grade stainless steel (that can cut long hairs, sideburns, a moustache or whatever your dad prefers to decorate his face with), 5 specialised ProShave elements and a 6 in 1 SmartCare centre that cleans, dries, and charges the shaver.
Panasonic Multishape Modular Personal Care System
Panasonic’s Multishape is a modular personal care system that essentially acts as an all-in-one hub for hygiene. With five detachable heads that can be used interchangeably on a single rechargeable battery handle, Multishape allows dad to switch his look, rather than his device. In its base package, the Multishape comes with a Panasonic beard/hair/body precision trimmer. The four other attachments available for purchase are a beard/hair trimmer, 3-blade shaver, nose/ear/facial trimmer, and last but certainly not least, an electric toothbrush head, rounding out this all-encompassing personal care system.
Stuff That Matters Body Spray
AFL superstar Bailey Smith and NRL Dally M medal winner Kalyn Ponga have teamed up with Aussie grooming brand Stuff That Matters to release a range of deodorants and body sprays. Available in ‘Confidence’, ‘Sport’, ‘Good Fella’ and ‘Smooth Operator’ varieties, the scents are top of class, with 72-hour odour protection, quick-dry, no-stain technology and skin-nourishing ingredients like lion’s mane mushrooms, green coffee, and manuka oil.
Remington Balder Pro Head Shaver
The pivoting shaver heads on the Remington Balder Pro will hug each curve of dad’s head, and according to the brand, complete the entire job in just two minutes. There’s also a hair capture chamber, which collects hair for an easy cleanup, and a nonslip grip which provides extra control.
STUFF Skin and Body Pro Kit
For a dad who takes his skin and body care seriously, this luxurious combo kit is exactly what he needs to merge both his interests. Dad can cover all bases with an exfoliating facial scrub, face wash, daily moisturiser, a head and body wash, and finally, a deodorant.
Best Father’s Day running shoe gifts
New Balance SuperComp Trainer V3
If dad’s runners are looking worn-out, or if you just want him to reap the benefits of utilising a shoe rotation, a new pair is a great Father’s Day gift. The SuperComp Trainer from New Balance is a standout choice, no matter what dad’s running needs are. That’s because the shoe is a complete all-rounder, capable of handling short-burst interval training, long runs, plus everything in between. It has all the heavy cushioning of a regular daily trainer but it’s doubly responsive, with a curved carbon plate in the midsole – something usually reserved for a race day shoe.
ASICS Gel-Kayano 31
ASICS’ range of gel-based shoes has been widely celebrated, and its newest addition carries on a tradition of exceptional design. The Gel-Kayano 31 focuses is an industry leader in adaptive stability, with unrivalled comfort as a result of premium underfoot cushioning. ASICS’ trademark PureGel technology improves shock absorption to reduce the impact on dad’s joints while FF Blast foam delivers softens landings. The shoe’s most innovative quality, however, is the 4D guidance system in its midsole. Through a variety of geometrical design features and lateral grooves, the guidance system helps keep strides steady better than any other shoe.
Brooks Ghost 16
The newly released Brooks Ghost 16 comes from a line of bestselling shoes, and there’s a reason for their popularity. It has an engineered mesh upper and a decently thick (but not too thick) midsole, which is made of nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 foam. The midsole also has a segmented crash pad for a smoother heel-to-toe-to-takeoff transition. To us, the Ghost 16 proves that you don’t need all the flashy accoutrements and exaggerated features of a super shoe to run at your best. The Ghost 16 is a workhorse, and it’s more than capable of being dad’s next daily trainer.
Nike Pegasus 41
You might be wondering how the 41st iteration of a shoe could possibly improve upon its predecessors, but the Pegasus 41 makes plenty of tweaks. It’s the first shoe in the Pegasus line to feature ReactX foam, which provides 13 per cent more energy return than the Pegasus 40. There’s Air Zoom units in both the forefoot and heel for supreme cushioning, plus an improved ride, resulting in a shoe that responds to your foot, adapts to its shape and provides cushioning and comfort where it’s most needed.
New Balance SuperComp Elite V4
To this point, we’ve kept our running shoe recommendations to daily trainers and all-rounders, but if your dad is in need of something that’s more race day compatible, look no further than New Balance’s carbon-plated SuperComp Elite V4. The shoe features an extremely lightweight construction, a full-length carbon plate in the midsole and high-level energy-return. You’d be hard-pressed to find a faster shoe.
On Cloudsurfer Next
The Cloudsurfer Next was designed to help runners (including your dad) unlock a smoother, faster ride. These shoes have a superfoam Helion midsole for a bouncy, hyper-responsive ride to go with an extremely lightweight construction. Next adds forward roll to the profile, with soft CloudTec Phase underfoot for a smooth as silk ride.
Best Father’s Day watch gifts
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch Ultra is the ultimate companion for all of dad’s adventures. Built for the outdoors, the Galaxy Watch Ultra is packed with next-gen technology, including Samsung’s longest lasting battery yet and advanced tracking provided by the powerful Galaxy AI – which can deliver intelligent insides and keep dad’s activity and wellness on track.
Hublot Integrated Time Only
Earlier this year, Hublot revealed six new Big Bang Integrated Time Only watches. All six are smaller than their predecessors, with 38mm cases. Two come in exclusive king gold material, two more are in polished titanium with black or blue dials, and the final pairing utilise Hublot’s signature ceramics and come in black or blue. You’re spoiled for choice in regard to colour schemes. Just pick dad’s favourite.
Longines Spirit Flyback
Longines’ Spirit collection boasts the traditional features of aviators’ watches as well as the latest innovations in horological technology. The Flyback line has just received a revamp, with two new varieties featuring green or brown dials and cases made of steel and 18-carat gold – personally, we prefer the green. The Flyback is powered by the Longines calibre L791.4 and is equipped with a silicon balance-spring, making it ten times more resistant to magnetic fields. The dial is topped with a multi-layer anti-reflective sapphire crystal and features a sub-seconds dial at 9 o’clock and a 30-minute timer at 3 o’clock.
Tag Heuer ‘Panda’ Carrera Chronograph
Earlier this year, Tag Heuer unveiled a modernisation of a beloved model from its catalogue. The revamped Carrera Chronograph, affectionately dubbed the panda, reinvents the 7753 SN from 1969. Like its forefather, the new watch features a silver dial and two black chronograph sub dials, giving off the appearance of a certain species of giant bear endemic to China. It also makes use of the glassbox crystal recent Carreras have experimented with, a design reminiscent of the vintage domed acrylic crystals of Tag Heuer’s earlier timepieces.
Zenith Defy Extreme Diver
Zenith’s Defy Extreme series is all about pushing boundaries. While the brand is renowned for its mastery of the air, it’s just as capable in the sea. As you would expect from a dive watch, the Defy Extreme Diver has 600 metres of water resistance. That will hold up at depths of up to 1,969 feet, a nod to the original Zenith Defy Diver, which was released in 1969. The immense practical applications of the watch do not result in a compromise on style though. A 42.5mm titanium case with an angular design and vertically brushed strokes, as well as a ceramic outer bezel, maintain the watch’s sophisticated appearance.
Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT
The Black Bay 58 is fitted with Tudor’s new mid-size GMT Manufacture Calibre, which forms a master chronometer certified by Metas. The diving watch’s retro colourway – which utilises the brand’s iconic red and black hues – along with it being the first Black Bay piece with a GMT function, make it a must-have for horologically-inclined dads.
Best Father’s Day cooking gifts
Ooni Koda 2 Max
If your dad is anything like ours, he’ll go through a ‘pursuing a Michelin star from the backyard’ stage at some point. You can help facilitate that with a top-of-the-line outdoor oven like the Ooni Koda 2 Max. While it’s ostensibly a pizza oven, the Koda 2 Max is Ooni’s most versatile creation to date, with the ability to cook a variety of dishes. Dad can pop a pizza in at 350 degrees on one side and a roast chicken with veggies at 180 degrees on the other and cook both to perfection simultaneously. That’s thanks to the Koda 2 Max’s first-of-its-kind dual-zone cooking function, which allows for different temperatures on each side of the oven.
Andy Cooks: The Cookbook
Why not enhance dad’s cooking journey with a recipe book from celebrity chef and viral TikTok sensation Andy Hearnden? This book includes more than 100 recipes and countless tips from a professional chef, giving your dad everything he needs to take his cooking game to the next level.
Baccarat Damashiro Ultimate 3-Knife Set
If dad’s serious about his skills in the kitchen, he’ll kneed a trusty set of cooking knives to serve as the tools of his craft. This Damashiro collection is made from the finest Japanese steel, which makes them super tough, resistant to shattering and able to be honed into an incredibly sharp edge.
Best Father’s Day alcohol gifts
Tomintoul 10.Y.O. Whisky
Few fathers wouldn’t appreciate a new addition to their whisky shelf. This-10-year-old single malt distilled by Tomintoul is ideal for the dad with a more refined palette, who prefers a more gentle taste. If that sounds like your dad, he’s in luck, because this whisky is literally known as the ‘gentle dram’. Tomintoul channels the essence of the Scottish Highlands’ serenity in every bottle, with a taste derived from the distillery’s location in the Cairngorms, pure water from the Ballantruan spring and Tomintoul’s tall stills. The result in a smooth, balanced whisky with floral aromas of acacia honey and vanilla on the nose, notes of crème caramel and toasted almond on the tongue, and a buttery oak and citrus finish.
Ezra Brooks Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Look, you probably see your dad as something of a legend – a heroic figure you idolised growing up. Logically, the only gift fit for such a legend is on handcrafted by another legend. So, if dad’s a bourbon drinker, a bottle from master distiller Ezra Brooks is your best bet. This particular whiskey is made in the lux row distillery on the iconic Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Aged in charred white oak barrels for seven years, the whiskey carries a subtle sweetness, with notes of caramel and vanilla, while hints of spice and chocolate provide a warm finish.
Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey
Before we get into what makes this whiskey a worthy Father’s Day gift, remember that as an Irish dram, it’s spelt ‘whiskey’, with an ‘e’. If your dad is a true whiskey connoisseur, making that spelling mistake could seriously lessen your chances at favourite child status. Anyway, this small batch whiskey from Teeling is a marriage of different liquor casks, distilled in drums of grain and malt that are aged in ex-Bourbon barrels and Central American rum casks. The final product has floral notes, with vanilla sweetness and allspice on the nose and creaminess on the palate with dried fruit, raisin and apricot character.
Jack Daniel’s Bonded Triple Mash Whiskey
Jack Daniel’s makes another foray into the premium space with the second installment in its Bonded series, the Triple Mash whiskey. For those who aren’t in the know, a bonded whiskey is a dram that’s distilled by a single distiller during a single distilling season, is matured in a bonded warehouse for at least four years and bottled at 100 proof – as was stipulated by the Bottled in Bond Act of 1897. Triple Mash is actually a blend of three bottled in bond whiskeys. It’s 60 per cent bonded rye whiskey, 20 per cent bonded Tennessee whiskey, and 20 per cent bonded American malt whiskey. The result is a balanced, well-rounded final product with a complex flavour profile consisting of honey sweetness, refreshing grain spice and a hint of dry oak. With Triple Mash, dad can enjoy three bonded whiskies in one pour.
Best outdoorsy Father’s Day gifts
Kathmandu Epiq Down Puffer Jacket
If dad’s always braving the great outdoors no matter the conditions, chances are he’ll need a way of staying warm. If that’s the case, Kathmandu has him sorted with massive sales on all the top products like this puffer jacket which is 40% off. This classic puffer is made of a recycled outer fabric, allowing the insulation to fully loft to provide maximum warmth.
Canada Goose Freestyle Crew Vest
Practicality is only half of what makes an outdoor layering piece worthwhile, as aesthetic value is just as important. The two aren’t mutually exclusive though. Dad can have the best of both worlds with this vest from Canada Goose. Designed with a classic fit and rounded collar, it’s a versatile piece that can be worn across the seasons, with a well-insulated layer and generous storage capabilities.
Canada Goose Lawrence Puffer Jacket
Dad can get all the outdoor gear he wants, but at the end of the day, the fundamentals are what really matters. This Canada Goose puffer jacket is as fundamental as they come, providing high-level warmth at all times. It’s made from recycled Enduraluxe, a water-repellant, durable fabric that’s soft to the touch. It also features a quilted body, down-filled collar and a longer back hem.
GME MT610G GPS Personal Locator Beacon
So dad’s the outdoorsy type? You know, the kind of dad who’s always planning his next camping adventure, fishing trip or arduous hike. If that sounds familiar, your dad likely already has some pretty solid gear, but he may have overlooked another important factor – safety. It’s not just important that dad stays connected on his journey’s, it’s necessary. If something were to go wrong, you can rest easily knowing you’ve equipped your dad with the perfect safety companion, a GME personal locator beacon. It’s a pocket-sized tool that can be easily deployed in case of emergency, and it’ll work no matter where you are in Australia.
GME XRS-660 Handheld UHF CB Radio
This CB radio is for the dad who likes to live off the grid. It’s. Built to handle tough conditions and is designed to work when your phone doesn’t. This can prove to be invaluable in some situations, when mobile service is long gone and staying connected is paramount. With Bluetooth connectivity and a built-in GPS, dad can stay in touch and location-aware from just about anywhere.
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