If dad’s always eager for a day trip, this waxed canvas daybag ($250, etsy.com) from Etsy seller Peg and Awl will carry anything he needs. History buffs will love it, too: The carrying straps are made from reclaimed WWII gunslings.
Does your dad yearn for the sky? Get him off the ground with his own quadricopter, a small four-propellor remote-controlled helicopter. The Parrot AR.Drone 2.0 ($370, apple.com) can fly for up to 36 minutes via your iPhone or iPad. The copter records video in-flight, which you can easily upload to Youtube.
Upgrade his summer style with these sleek suede driving shoes from Tod’s ($259, barneys.com). These Italian-made moccasin-style slip-ons feature a suede lace and rubber pebble soles for easy indoor-outdoor wear.
Finally, get his messy office organized with the gift of a leather cord wrap ($45, thisisground.com), sized perfectly to fit his various chargers and cables (no tangles here!). Roll it up for traveling or storage—it can even hide your wall plugs without getting too bulky.
Upgrade your family home with this kilim rug (price upon request, galerieshabab.com). Its black and white pattern adds vintage minimalist style and safari-style flair to any room. Tell dad to lay it down in the sitting room and accent it with vibrant gold accessories for a contemporary look.
Outdoor entertainers will love this weather-resistant Soundcast speaker ($599, gosoundcast.com). Dad can stream his favorite music through Bluetooth anywhere he goes: The backyard, the campground, or even out on the boat.
Give dad the life of leisure he’s always deserved with this cypress hammock ($500, hammerashammocks.com). The classic Roman arched-wood stand is nautical in design, and at 15 feet long, it’s sure to make an impression on the neighbors.
It’s not just shaving—it’s an experience. Make it more so with this luxurious handcrafted Italian Acqua Di Parma shaving kit ($670, neimanmarcus.com). Every element is beautiful, from the grey badger brush to the wenge wood-handled razor.
A tie may be the classic Father’s Day gift, but for good reasons: A gorgeous silk tie is truly a treat. This Salvatore Ferragamo tie ($155, bluefly.com) features an intricate sailboat pattern printed on silk faille, and its light blue color matches almost any outfit.
Help dad keep his phone at-hand overnight with this wood and merino wool iPhone dock and charger ($65, quellandco.com). Thanks to its weighted metal base, there’s no risk of knocking it over in the night: Dad can just plug in his phone and let it charge.