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The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Dads Who Don’t Want Anything
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Father’s Day is just a few weeks away, and while I generally believe it’s best to listen to someone when they tell you they don’t want gifts, I also think it’s fine to ignore the “I don’t want anything” schtick just this once. The catch is that, if you’re going to go against their wishes, the gift in question must be especially great. To help you find a Father’s Day gift so thoughtful it will delight even the most no-nonsense dads, I dug into the Strategist archives, polled friends, and asked my husband (a newish dad), as well as my own father, for recommendations. Below you’ll find gifts that are smart, practical, delicious, and fun for every type of dad. To give procrastinators the best chance of getting something in time, most of the items are available on Amazon for quick shipping. I also organized the list by price, so you can use the table of contents to jump to the section that works best for your budget. To browse even more ideas for the hard-to-shop-for folks in your life, check out the Strategist Gift Scout.
According to Adam Scott, these elastic shoelaces save him seconds a day. So, technically, this is a gift of time.
These little cone-shaped stakes will help do it for him.
I bought this keychain charging cord for my husband after Strategist tech writer Jordan McMahon recommended it: The mini USB-C to USB-C cable lets you connect the newest iPhones and iPads, or a pair of Bluetooth headphones, to your laptop or a USB-C port in the car. Though it doesn’t hold a charge itself, it’s a lifesaver for those days (or long weekends) when you’re low on juice and just need a simple way to plug in.
A sleek and safe utility knife to help him flatten cardboard in no time.
Last year, for my husband’s very first Father’s Day, I ordered this customizable coffee mug with a picture of him and our son, plus the words “Best Dada Ever.” I was astonished not only by the print quality but the quality of the mug itself — and now we both consider it the best mug in the house.
A discreet yet powerful book light that’ll let his bedmate sleep.
A book full of equally excellent ways to consume tinned fish. And if your budget allows, it just makes sense to pair it with some Strategist-approved anchovies.
A set of Selby-approved olive-oil spray bottles that are especially handy when grilling.
If he loves dessert that’s “not too sweet,” this boxed cake mix that comes with its own mini-bottle of olive oil is almost a perfect gift. Bake it for him to get the rest of the way there.
The Owala Free Sip water bottle is beloved by well-hydrated Strategist staffers because it looks good, is trendy but not too trendy, and is surprisingly pleasing to drink from, thanks to a unique double mouthpiece that lets you easily sip from a hidden straw or tip the whole bottle and gulp.
A longtime Strategist favorite, the One Blade has been recommended by professional barbers and stylish men for its ease of use, compact size, and do-everything versatility. You can use it to trim long facial hair, shave down to the skin, or maintain just the right amount of stubble.
Along with its app, this 3-D-printed gadget allows you to temporarily block access to specific apps and notifications on your phone. Simply tap the physical cube to activate or deactivate your personal screen-time ban.
Not only is this Sicilian orange wine refreshing and delicious, it comes in either 1.5L or 3.0L sizes and stays fresh for 30 days once opened.
Fruit delivery, especially localized delicacies like fresh peaches, is hard to beat.
This wrap can be chilled or heated to soothe sore muscles after chasing a toddler at the playground all afternoon.
Whether he’s going on job interviews or needs something to take to the beach, this sleek black tote bag fits the bill.
The Ember travel mug will give him complete control over the temperature of his daily brew and keep it piping hot through his morning commute.
Dazzle him with close-up videos of chirping chicadees and elusive woodpeckers.
Timex first released this watch in 1975, so it’s possible his own father had the original.
A griddle he can use indoors and out.
A supremely comfortable, high-quality pillow is the ultimate upgrade gift. Our sleep writer has tried dozens of pillows and this is her absolute favorite.
Kobo’s latest e-reader has a color display that’s awesome for comics, graphic novels, or just highlighting books and articles.
Aura is the maker of our favorite digital picture frames that are beloved by many a Strategist parent and grandparent. This model is large-format and wall-mountable for an extra-nice-looking display.
An espresso machine that makes cold brew in minutes.
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