Step away from the boring-old underwear and last-minute bottle-shop picks. This year, we’ve uncovered some extra-special Christmas gifts for Dad that will really remind him he means the world to you. Imagine his look of glee when you surprise him with the perfect present, carefully chosen to appeal to his unique tastes and interests. We’ve done the heavy lifting for you, with these 10 best Christmas gift ideas to suit every kind of dad, from bookworms to buff daddies.
Wireless Earphones (So He Stops Borrowing Yours): Powerbeats Pro
We’ve found the Rolls Royce of wireless earphones: these Beats Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earphones, which come complete with adjustable earhooks and are supremely comfortable to wear. Each earbud has volume and track controls so, with this Christmas present, Dad can easily crank up Billy Joel the next time he goes for a run. Jokes aside, these guys are total game-changers and he’ll wonder how he ever lived without them.
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Gift a Classic Read: The Art of War
The Art of War by Sun Tzu is an ancient Chinese classic about military strategy, but its teachings can be applied to all facets of modern life, including business and politics. Thought-provoking and insightful, this hardcover edition will make a stylish addition to your dad’s bookshelf. Or treat yourself to an extra copy and start your very own two-person book club!
A Shiny Waterman Fountain Pen (for Adding to the Bucket List)
Inject a touch of elegance into his day with this Waterman Expert Fountain Pen. With its black lacquer finish and gold trimmings, there’s something a little Don Draper about it – making it perhaps one of the best Christmas gift ideas for Dad. It comes encased in a beautiful gift box and can even be refilled using an old school ink bottle, paired with a converter. Timeless.
A Place to Write Down His Innermost Musings: Moleskine Notebook
Christmas gifts don't get more practical (and stylish) than a Moleskine notebook. Creatives and professionals alike have joined the cult of Moleskine – the secret to the brand’s appeal is the thick, high-quality pages that are thread-bound for extra strength, plus awesome extras like an elastic closure and expandable inner pocket. With its soft green cover and pre-lined pages, this one is screaming out Dad’s name. Ideal for jotting down lists and notes, it could be the encouragement he needs to finally start that novel or memoir he’s always talked about.
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The Ultimate Accessory for a Host With the Most: Personalised Board
Does your dad live to entertain? Then he’ll appreciate this versatile bamboo serving board that you can have engraved with his name. It’s brilliant as a chopping and cutting board, or Dad will love it for serving up one of his world-famous charcuterie platters. If you really want to up the ante and score yourself the title of favourite child, pair with a selection of his favourite fancy cheeses. The best Christmas gifts for Dad, sorted.
Hot Tip: Allow at least 7-10 business days for personalised products.
A Retro Favourite for Games Night: Ridley’s Charades
Nothing gets a party going like a good old-fashioned game of Charades. This quirky card game by Ridley’s comes with 80 different songs, movies, TV shows, books and plays for your family to act out. This would make an excellent stocking stuffer or Secret Santa gift for Dad, especially if he’s into hosting games nights. It’s also super affordable – great news if you’re Christmas shopping on a budget this year.
A Sturdy J.Burrows Backpack for Storing His Stuff
We love this J.Burrows backpack and your dad will, too. It’s made from recycled PET bottles so it’s helping to keep plastic out of landfill and our oceans. It’s also well designed, with a padded compartment to fit a laptop up to 15.6” in size and plenty of pockets for pens, coins and keys. Simple and streamlined, this is the perfect gift for dads who travel, commute or hit the gym on the reg.
Cheers! A Sentimental Stubby Holder
Dad will crack a grin as he cracks a cold one, thanks to this colourful and quirky stubby cooler that can be customised with a favourite family photo. Made from top-quality neoprene, this unique Christmas gift wraps around a beer bottle or can and seals with a thick velcro flap to keep drinks nice and chilled. You can bet he’ll put it to good use on Christmas Day, not to mention every family BBQ afterwards. The only problem? Choosing which picture to place on your design.
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The Power to Control the (Indoor) Weather: Sensibo WiFi Controller
The Sensibo WiFi Controller for Split System Air Conditioners is one of the coolest things we’ve ever seen, pun intended. Using WiFi connection, this clever gadget allows you to control your air-conditioning system from absolutely anywhere, meaning Dad can come home to a blissfully fresh house on a searing summer’s day.
With smart automatic heat and humidity sensors, the Sensibo Controller can also switch on if a room becomes too hot and stuffy. Now comfort is truly king.
The Soundtrack to His Daily Workout: Jabra Elite Active Earbuds
Treat a sporty dad to a pair of Jabra Elite Active Earbuds – the Bluetooth technology means he can listen to his favourite music, podcasts and audiobooks without any pesky wires. Plus, with their four built-in microphones and active noise cancellation to prevent background disruptions, he can even use them for important work calls. Fully resistant to sweat and water, this great gift is also suitable for buff dads who enjoy a gruelling workout.
