Editor’s Picks: Father’s Day Gift Guide for All Types of Dads

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PHILIPPINES — Now, more than ever, we see the significant role played by fathers around the globe in shaping responsible and kind people who would soon inherit it. Well, you don’t really need a special day in a year to celebrate and champion the impact of the most special man in your life but Father’s Day sure gives him the highlight he deserves.

As you may know, Father’s Day this year falls on Sunday, June 20. And even as we are still faced with the raging pandemic and even if we are still trying to keep it all together amid the continuing global crisis, let this day to commemorate our fathers spark even the slightest sense of normalcy in today’s very irregular time.

Finding the perfect gift to give your father might be a challenge. Chances are, yours is a traditional dad who would keep mum about things that he likes or needs but of course, there’s always a way to keep your dad smile on his day.

Whether you are celebrating your husband, your two fathers, your best friend who just became a dad, or whoever served as your father figure, we rounded up an extensive guide you on what to give the man of the hour with a list of swag from grooming, gear and gadgets, down to food, drinks, and experiences for this special man and where you can get it.

Grooming fit for THE King

This season, no reason to sweat the gift-hunting as Old Spice brings three amazing gift sets for the captain of the ship. Whether it’s a deo stick or an antiperspirant spray, Old Spice has something for him. Show your appreciation the manliest way possible by getting him a gift with a smell that lasts for lifetimes to come. As you know, there’s nothing manlier than a man who knows how to look out for himself, and, as the brand says, with the #TheSmellThatNeverDies, no less.

You can get Old Spice at the comfort of your homes by visiting the P&G Official Store in Shopee or Lazada.

If you’re looking for a more well-rounded kit for your dad, the Lush Rad Dad Gift Set is a good choice. This consists of the Rad Dad shower gel and Ocean Salt face & body scrub to shower and keep cool with. Priced at P2,075, this handmade gift is the perfect Father’s Day treat, packaged in recycled paper and a ribbon made from recycled plastic drinks bottles.

Lush is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc., with stores at Alabang Town Center, Bonifacio High Street, Estancia in Capitol Commons, Glorietta 4, Greenbelt 3, Robinsons Magnolia, Shangri-La Plaza, SM Mall of Asia, and TriNoma. This gift set is also available in Zalora and Trunc.com.

When it comes to upgrading your dad’s PowderRoom essentials, you can also go fort the 1902 Tradition’s Naturelle (P950) cologne that fresh, well-kept scent, while The Somerset Toiletry Company’s Mr. Perfect Soap + Wash Set (P750) will keep him clean and clear from head to toe.

He also needs to be armed with a dedicated set of products especially for grooming his facial hair. Start him off with an enriching Barber Shaving Cream from Hairgum (P750) and moisturize post-shave with Creightons Post Shave Balm (P495) to restore and soothe the skin. For dads that embrace the beard, get him grüum’s bård Beard Wash (P550) to cleanse and hydrate his whiskers.

Discover practical, thoughtful, and premium presents for anyone special by visiting Trunc.ph, your online destination for top brands and equally top-quality items.

Style Him Up

Admit it, unless your father is a celebrity, a model, or just someone who works on the “looks” department, chances are, style must-haves may somewhat be a non-priority for your main man. But this should not close doors of him wanting to look good on the daily, be it for work or just your weekend lunch out in the garden with the family. Sometimes, all he needs is a little nudge.

Tommy Hilfiger Slim Polo

Start with some wardrobe staples that he can easily put on in any given day that you can check out and purchase when you explore Trunc.ph. From this breezy, Tommy Hilfiger Slim Polo (P3,950) that can take him from a casual day at the office to weekends spent pursuing his many hobbies.

Coretfiel’s Slim Fit Chinos

To this Cortefiel’s Slim Fit Chinos (P2,415),which comes in a contemporary cut that’s both comfortable and flattering for him.

Marks & Spencer Leather Stitch Detail Belt

You can also top that whole look together with this clean and simple Marks & Spencer Leather Stitch Detail Belt (P2,150) that definitely adds that polish.

Dune London Tycoon Trainers

A good pair of long-lasting shoes would also go a long way when fixing a gift for dad. Look at Dune London Tycoon Trainers (P4,250) and see how it can provide that stylish accent he would need to round up his clean-cut look.

Onitsuka Tiger NIPPON MADE Ultimate 81 NM
Onitsuka Tiger NIPPON MADE Limber Up

Onitsuka Tiger‘s latest arrivals for this month can also be a tempting choice if yours is a discerning dad who is into details. NIPPON MADE is a collection hailing from Japan that combines expert craftsmanship and style and would definitely be a welcome addition to your dad’s footwear collection.

The brand’s Limber Up NM and Ultimate 81 NM varieties are both priced at P14,990 and you can get these exclusively at Onitsuka Tiger stores in Greenbelt 5 and Shangri-La Plaza.

When scouting fashion and lifestyle finds for your dad, you can then get up to 50% off on selected items from Adolfo Dominguez, Hackett, Ricardo Preto, Emporio Armani and Mismo through Rustan’s.

Ascot Chang

For a more dapper wardrobe, enjoy the same discount at Ascot Chang, Pedro del Hierro, Allen Edmonds, and Smythson.

Of course, good gifts also come in the form of luxury and fine jewelry. For every Php15,000 purchase from Montblanc, patrons get a free Montblanc Wireless Charger from June 9 to 20. Make it more special and pick something from Montblanc’s leather goods and have it personalized as a complimentary service.

Go on a Gear and Gadget Splurge

Dad’s are essentially into their gears and gadgets, even the ones who claim they are not one bit tech-savvy. Now is the time to show him how he can upgrade his beloved arsenal of gears for work and recreation.

Most fathers are into music, whether they proclaim this or not. JBL just unveiled its latest line of sports and lifestyle headphones, that banner true wireless and active noise cancellation technology suited for fitness, professional, and everyday use.

JBL Live 660 NC

The JBL Live 660NC (PHP 10,999) pover-ear headphones comes with massive 40mm drivers to deliver JBL Signature Sound, punctuated with enhanced bass so every track pops.

JBL Reflect Mini NC TWS

But if he is into fitness, the JBL Reflect Mini NC TWS (PHP 8,299) in-ear sport headphones would then be the perfect all-around accessory for his chosen lifestyle. It comes with 21 hours of playtime, an IPX7 waterproof rating, and Active Noise Cancelling feature, you can focus on your fitness goal with zero distractions.

Staying true to its commitment of releasing well-rounded wearable series, the Huawei Band 6 fitness tracker serves as a versatile health companion, exercise buddy, and smart assistant rolled into one that you can give your dad.

Huawei Band 6

Priced at PHP 2599, this lightweight fitness tracker boasts of a FullView AMOLED Display and an all-day Sp02 monitoring, packed in an efficient device with a two-week batter life.

Looking for ways to indulge while trying to stay off the unnecessary grease in cooking? Gift your chef-in-the-making dad with an impressive kitchen gear that will allow him to whip up expert meals with a healthy twist.

The Electrolux Explore 6 Air Fryer allows you to enjoy your favorite fried food without excess fats or greasy residue? The air fryer’s secret is to rapidly circulate high temperature, so food is quickly sealed, keeping the outside crispy and the inside tender and juicy. And this could be a saving grace for dad’s weekend kitchen adventures.

If you are, however, looking to have that ultimate splurge, then go big with OGAWA, the producer of innovative, and mind you, award-winning wellness massage chairs and mobile products.

Master Drive AI

The Master Drive AI is a 4D Thermo Care massage chair that utilizes the most advanced technology under OGAWA’s recent launches, bannering features like Face Recognition, Health Tracker and Scanner, and AI-Powered Automated Analyst, it’s more like a personal health assistant than just a massage chair.

Smart Vogue Plus

Then there’s the Smart Vogue Plus that comes with eight full-body automatic programs that is actually designed according to the body curve to provide better massage sensations for your hardworking dad.

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry with the Main Man

When all else fails, sharing a meal or a drink with dad will always be a shared experience that’s going to leave a mark. Father’s day festivities will always be best celebrated with great meals and confections and of course, a cold glass of his favorite drink.

Show your affection by sharing a meal, which you can cook for or with him. Catch the Father’s Day Special with Rustan’s to learn how to cook a Truffled Mushroom & Steak Bruschetta and Shrimp & Saffron Risotto, hosted by Himpossible Recipes. The first is an appetizing dish consisting of toast with creamed mushrooms, arugula, and seared steak; while the second is a slow cooked rice dish immersed in saffron with shrimp broth and scampi.

Register for only Php 3,950 at Himpossible Recipes’ Facebook and Instagram (@himpossible.recipes) pages to receive the complete ingredients needed for the session. Kits will be delivered to every registered participant’s doorstep. The cooking classes will be held exactly on June 20, Sunday, from 4PM to 6PM in a Zoom class.

If dad is looking for a filling meal of well, sinful, meaty, savory goodness, there’s always the comfort food option. Try the array of choices offered by Sobra Comfort Food with Chef Mike Victorioso at the helm.

The bestselling US beef ribcap tapa (large tray at P1090) is a reasonably-priced fancy version of a quick grub. Same goes with its Beef Bulgogi (P1090) or the Shawarma Brisket (P1290) an elevated version of a familiar classic meal.

If you are looking for a sweet escape, Theo & Brom, famous for introducing the world’s first Belgian Tableya, brings a NEW creation inspired by an Italian-Filipina couple will be your new fave: the Tableyamisu A La Ragazzon.

The Tableyamisu A La Ragazzon is generously draped in rich mascarpone cheese and also layered with the brand’s very own and baked from scratch Pistoccus di Fonni (Sardinian version of ladyfingers).

Tableyamisu Cioccolato

The Tableyamisu Caffè (single pack at P1499) is closest to the traditional tiramisu with notable local barako coffee notes, while the Tableyamisu Cioccolato (single pack at P1599) is perfect as a light but chocolatey melt-in-your-mouth treat, coffee-free for kids to relish! 

Tableyamisu Caffè 

For Dad’s Day, the brand is introducing special early bird offers for their single pack or twin pack option (both flavors at P2499, up to 12 servings).

Butternut Bakery is a specialty pastry shop that specializes on adding an interesting, tasty twist to everyone’s sweet cravings. For Father’s Day, the specialty store has come up with the Luscious Chocolate Cherry Cake (P2,200).

Whether going for this special confection or some of their luscious offers, there’s always some room for some sweet reverie on dad’s special day. Available for pre-order on June 16-30, 2021 via www.butternutph.com.

If chocolates are a thing of dad’s cravings, then you can also note of this special Father’s Day bundle from the homemade confections of Mana Nama Chocolate. From its array of signature nama chocolates with toppings ranging from cinnamon grounds to crushed oreos, to a plant-based option and some specialty drinks in its growing menu, you can make this a sweet option for dad.

For Father’s day, this bundle includes a personalized coaster that’s made in partnership with Hemera Craft Studio.

Now that the liquor ban has been lifted, and well, nothing beats a good drink on his special day. Let this be a day when he can drink and be merry, even while being socially-distant at home.

You can never go wrong with the bottle of refined cognac like that of Hennessy VS. Whether on the rocks or on your cocktail, this drink will surely be best enjoyed in the company of your loved one.

Or make it a Don Papa Rum weekend. Have it nice and smooth with this finely-aged rum from Negros or make a fun, innovative cocktail made out of ingredients you can find at home.

However, if a cocktail doesn’t do it for him, there’s always the caffeine route to make him excited. Start elevating coffee moments with a Nespresso journey that promises fuss-free machines that are designed to perfectly fit your home’s coffee corner or kitchen, and give a quality cup of coffee to start his mornings.

Save P2,250 when you purchase any of these bundles for Father’s Day: Pixie, Citiz, Essenza Plus, Lattissima One, Lattissima Touch, or Gran Lattissima Father’s Day gift bundle with 3-sleeve Barista Creations for Ice. You can also receive a complimentary 2-piece VIEW Recipe Glasses and a Monin Syrup kit for every purchase.

For whatever type of dad you have, make it a perfect moment to celebrate his impact on you by making this day one for the books. If you are working on a budget or you are here to splurge, there’s always a wide variety of gifts that you can offer the most important man in your life with.