A man’s home is his castle. Help dad deck his out like a king this Father’s Day. This is our men’s gift guide full of great gift ideas he can use or admire in and around the house. If pops is the kind of guy who kicks off his shoes and falls into a La-Z-Boy in his man cave after a long day, this is where you’ll find the perfect gift idea this year.
SNOOZ White Noise Machine
Sleep is precious. If your old man can’t get some decent shut-eye, perhaps he needs a little assistance. The SNOOZ White Noise Machine is a stylish addition to any bedroom. Most white noise machines look like an upside down muffin bottom and are about as attractive as dropping one of those on the floor. Plus, since dad can control it via an app, he can turn it on and off when need be without getting out from under the sheets. And since it’s portable, he can take it with him on business trips, too.
$79
Best Made Seamless & Steadfast Enamelware
How much does your old man care about his dishes? Our guess? Not much. It’s time for some plates and mugs he’ll actually enjoy owning. Best Made gets their enamelware from a legendary European manufacturer who utilizes WWII era techniques to bake Best Made’s insignias directly into the steel. That means the designs are smooth and will last. What’s truly unique, however, is the heft and durability of this enamelware, as the rim is reinforced and the steel is thick and robust. Choose from plates, mugs, tumblers, and more. Now pops will enjoy his plates as much as the food he puts on them.
$32+
The SUB from Hopsy
PARTNER Developed in partnership with Krups, The SUB is a device that will change how dad consumes beer forever. The countertop device accepts “TORPs” of beer, which Hopsy will help fill. Hopsy works with great craft breweries in San Diego and the San Francisco Bay Area to fill TORPs with fresh beer. Maybe dad is an IPA fan. Maybe dad likes the roastiness of a good stout. Whatever his pleasure, The SUB and Hopsy can make sure his glass is always full. Right now, Hopsy delivers to California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, so keep that in mind if you want to give dad the gift of fresh craft beer. Best of all, use code SUB4DAD at checkout and save $50.
$179
Brooklinen Classic Core Sheet Set
PARTNER It probably never crossed dad’s mind that bedsheets are seasonal. What works in winter might not be ideal in summer. For the warm months ahead, show dad what he’s been missing with the Classic Core Sheet Set from Brooklinen. The percale sheets are crinkly and crisp yet light and airy, and they will deliver the kind of sleep he’s been craving after a long day at the office or in the yard. This set includes a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases. In other words, it includes everything he needs to get the ultimate night’s sleep this summer.
$109
Shinola + St. Pierre Horseshoe Set
Summertime is when outdoor gatherings happen and dad’s perfectly manicured lawn gets some use. For a lawn game worthy of the finest abode, check out this horseshoe set from Shinola and St. Pierre Manufacturing. In classic Shinola colors, the horseshoe set is made of forged steel and comes with everything dad needs for a game minus the sand pits.
$130
Friday Smart Lock
The smart home is no longer a vision for the future; it’s very much right now. You don’t need to deck out your father’s home with light bulbs that double as speakers and security cameras that allow him to keep track of every nook and cranny on his iPhone to get him started. We recommend the Friday Smart Lock as a sort of gateway smart home device. Besides looking clean and modern (we mean, Bjarke Ingels Group is behind it), it will allow dad to ditch the keys and cut down on everyday carry clutter.
$249
Tivoli Audio Model One Digital
The death of radio has been greatly exaggerated. If dad still likes to turn on NPR on the weekends or needs to get the Led out after a long day, gift him the exceptionally beautiful Model One Digital from Tivoli Audio. Better yet, since it’s Wi-Fi and Bluetooth compatible, he can even stream his music or podcasts when there’s nothing on the dial. And since Tivoli Audio borrows style elements from radios of years gone by, he’ll feel a little nostalgic every time he fires it up.
$300
Bose SoundLink Revolve
The giant audio system is a dinosaur. If dad still has a rack and some standing speakers, help him pare down with the Bose SoundLink Revolve, a new Bluetooth speaker that delivers 360° sound. Despite being relatively small (5.97” x 3.24” x 3.24”), the SoundLink Revolve produces big sound. It’s also water resistant, able to handle Siri and Google Voice commands, and built with a threaded universal mount so dad can attach it to a tripod when the party goes to the backyard.
$200
Philips Viva Collection Pasta Maker
Homemade pasta is a chore—but, man, is it delicious. With this Philips Pasta Maker, you can eliminate a bit of the hassle while still allowing pops the reward of homemade spaghetti, penne, or fettuccine. Easy to assemble and easy to clean, the Philips HR2370/05 kneads and produces 2-3 servings of fresh pasta in just 18 minutes. No hand crank rollers and no burning forearms; plenty of delicious pasta.
$200
Transloetje Lamp
The right desk lamp can bring plenty of personality to an otherwise sterile workspace. We can think of few lamps that do that better than the Transloetje Lamp. An energy-saving LED masquerades as a retro light bulb in clear view thanks to the see-through build, which also allows the striking red cord to take center stage.
$99
The Switchboard
One of the best tricks to help a home feel clean and stylish is to get as many things off the floor as possible. So instead of plopping a space-eating coat rack in the corner of the foyer, give dad The Switchboard. Complete with 25 “hooks” that rest against the wall until needed, The Switchboard can handle a whole family’s jackets, scarves, and hats. Built from beech wood, The Switchboard is a minimal, stylish way for dad to clear up some floor space.
$65
Spacepot
A hydroponics setup doesn’t have to be expensive, large, and unattractive. Forget the DIY project and give dad Spacepot, a sleek-looking way for him to grow some herbs inside. Based on the Kratky method, a technique that requires no electricity, pumps, or any real upkeep, Spacepot allows dad to grow fresh herbs in just 5 weeks. That means fresh touches to his next pasta, pizza, or grilled chicken.
$49
Canary Flex
Canary Flex is an indoor/outdoor HD security camera that will deliver dad some peace of mind when he’s not home or hears a bump in the night. It only takes a few minutes to set up and it offers crystal clear night vision, a 360° swivel base for precise positioning, and free and secure video history. Since it’s built with a rechargeable battery, your old man won’t need to worry about running cables across the front of the house, which happens to be a perfect place to put it since Canary Flex is designed to withstand even the toughest outdoor elements.
$155
Fifty-Nine Parks Print Series
For the father who loves the great outdoors and dreams of them even when he’s stuck inside, make this the Father’s Day gift he’ll be excited to hang on the wall in his home office. The Fifty-Nine Parks Print Series is filled with beautifully designed posters celebrating our National Parks. Maybe he’s a Grand Canyon type of guy, or maybe he prefers the foliage of the Great Smoky Mountains. Regardless of his favorite, there’s one in here that he can gaze at when he’s daydreaming about his next excursion.
$40
