The old adage is that a father is someone who carries photos in his wallet where his money used to be. With that in mind, it’s time to show Dad how much you care this Father’s Day. Here’s our pick of the best gifts to buy him.
Keep your Dad smelling sweet with these gifts:
Edeniste Cuir Sauvage Eau de Parfum
This Cuir Sauvage eau de parfum from Edeniste has a woody fragrance blending anise, thyme and saffron with base notes of leather and musk, finished with a bittersweet liquorice tone. Presenting this in a Harrods bag will definitely impress (and save on wrapping).
30ml, RRP from £96.00 (harrods.com)
AKT Deodorant Ensemble Set
A unique formula of active botanicals and Deo-Barrier Complex™ will keep Dad feeling dry and confident all day long with only one application. Absorbs instantly and moisturises skin with Shea Butter and Calendula Oil. With no aluminium it’s vegan and cruelty Free. Also plastic Free and 100% recyclable packaging, it’s win-win. Feet, forehead, chest – use anywhere that needs effective protection. A present for the whole family in many ways!
RRP £73 (aktlondon.com/collections)
Gentleman Society Eau de Parfum
Reinvent the rules with Gentleman Society Eau de Parfum, the new fragrance for men. A multifaceted fragrance contrasting the florality of wild narcissus with a deeply enigmatic woody accord. Available from Harrods, Boots, Sephora, Flannels, John Lewis, LOOKFANTASTIC, Escentual, The Fragrance Shop, The Perfume Shop and Givenchy Beauty.
RRP £79 for 60ml, £101.50 for 100ml, (givenchybeauty.com)
Make sure Dad puts his best face forward with these gifts:
CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask
Using the perfect balance of clinically proven red and near-infrared wavelengths, the original LED (light-emitting diode) light therapy face mask offers glowing results. This flexible silicone anti-ageing device effortlessly stimulates collagen and elastin production while increasing healthy cell renewal. The comfortable skin-hugging fit allows for wavelengths to penetrate deep within the skin, delivering the best possible results. Made from medical-grade silicone for a fully bacteria and breakout-free treatment. Best thing is, you can borrow this and reap the rewards too.
RRP £425 (currentbody.com)
Eighth Day Regenerative Serum
This cult serum is a proprietary blend of high-potency, nutrient rich ingredients – designed to stimulate your own cells toward healing, repair, and renewal. Formulated with Peptide-Rich Plasma® it’s an all-in-one supercharged serum, formulated with a blend of peptides, growth factors, and immunostimulants that mimic the molecules found in human skin cells, leaving a slight skin-tightening film on your skin. Youth in a bottle, basically.
RRP £270 (eighthdayskin.com)
For Dad’s drinks cabinet:
Aviation American Gin
Owned by Hollywood actor and producer Ryan Reynolds, this has been voted the world’s highest rated gin and has helped establish a new style of American gin. Softer and smoother, with juniper in the background and citrus and floral notes in the front, Aviation is a really well-balanced gin that is a great base for cocktails. Possibly the closest any of us will get to actually meeting Ryan.
RRP £28, 70cl (available from Tesco, Waitrose, Amazon, Master of Malt)
Kavka Orchard Vodka
Kavka has recently announced the launch of Kavka Orchard Plum & Apple Vodka. After the success of their award-winning expressions, Kavka Estate Vodka launched in 2021 and Kavka Tokaji Cask Aged Vodka, launched the following year, Kavka Orchard also draws on the long vodka-making heritage of Poland. A naturally sweet and delicate blend of fine grain spirits, plum and apple, sourced and distilled in the ancient Polish town of Sandomierz, this latest expression is perfect to be drunk on its own, in a cocktail, or with a refreshing mixer. Ideal for spritzes and summer drinking.
70cl, £29.95. (available from Amazon and coming soon to Master of Malt)
The Hunter Beer Bundle
Available exclusively from The Deli Society, The Hunter Beer Bundle contains a selection of craft beer, artisan and farmhouse cheeses, The Deli Society 100% Organic Salami Ventricina, crackers, thyme-infused honey and tasting notes. Each bundle also includes a Father’s Day card which you can be customised with a personalised message at checkout.
RRP £50, (thedelisociety.com)
Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label Brut Ice Box
The best way to recycle is to reuse, and this beautiful gift box – released to mark the maison’s 250th anniversary – has been intentionally designed to be kept, reused and cherished over time. Quite the show-stopper, and of course comes with a bottle of Champagne too.
RRP £54, (clos19.com)
No Father’s Day would be complete without:
Niederegger marzipan
Established in Germany in 1806. Niederegger marzipan is made with 58% pure Mediterranean almonds, with no extra sugar added to produce a pure natural taste. In a huge array of boxes coming in all shapes and sizes, this is perfect for Dads that love marzipan and oh-so easy to share.
Assorted flavoured mini loaves 300g, £18 from (johnlewis.com), assorted flavoured mini loaves 400g, £20.99 (chocolatesdirect.co.uk), alcohol infused mini loaves 200g, £13 from (johnlewis.com), classic loaf 200g, £8.24 from (chocolatesdirect.co.uk)
Emma Bridgewater mug
Any Father’s Day worth its salt needs to begin with a cuppa, and nobody does crockery like Emma Bridgewater. Served in a lovely big mug with ‘Daddy’ written on the side, this will put a smile on your Dad’s face for years to come.
RRP £27 (emmabridgewater.co.uk)
Pierre Marcolini Chocolates
This summer season, it is all about vanilla for Pierre Marcolini. This tropical orchid flower produces a pod which, much like cocoa beans, matures over several months to reveal its distinctive aroma with exotic flavour, ideal for summer treats. With summer pralines and ultra-indulgent marshmallows new to the collection, and soft yet crispy financiers, all contain the cream of the crop vanilla and are the perfect gift.
Available online, via counters in Harrods and Selfridges and the PM Marylebone boutique.