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Daddy Cool: The MR PORTER-Approved Father’s Day Gift Guide
Words by Emma Pradella
30 May 2023
Father’s Day is fast approaching – it’s Sunday 18 June, if you need a reminder – and time’s running out to find that perfect gift. Sure, you could make a last-minute dash to the department store, or even pick up a bunch of garage forecourt flowers on the way. But if you’re looking for a gift that your dad will be genuinely thrilled to open, it’s best not to leave it until the 11th hour. With that in mind, what better time to provide you with a bit of inspiration? From a CELINE HOMME varsity jacket to Gucci sunglasses and a Mr P. wallet, here are a few gifts that’ll make this Father’s Day one to remember. And there’s plenty more here.
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The CELINE HOMME varsity jacket
Is he more “daddy cool” than dad rock? Those young-at-heart dads out there are sure to appreciate a varsity jacket, even more so if it’s designed by Mr Hedi Slimane. Part of CELINE HOMME’s latest drop, it’s a lightweight outer layer that’s ideal for late summer evenings. Nothing epitomises the era like this 40mm yellow-gold jumping-hours design, with the majority of the dial space given over to a beautiful, hand-engraved guilloche pattern. The window at the top shows the hours, while the subdial at six o’clock displays the minutes. You’re too important to need to know anything else.
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The Mr P. cardholder
Sure, socks, ties and wallets and the like might be considered cliché Father’s Day gifts, but that’s only because they’re so reliable. Don’t be afraid to choose something obvious – just make sure that it’s good. This cardholder by Mr P. ticks all the boxes.
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The Common Projects sneakers
Common Projects’ Achilles sneaker is the brand’s oldest and most sought-after style, the Platonic ideal of a white sneaker and a coveted gift for the dad – or anyone, for that matter – in your life. Don’t miss the gold-stamped serial number on the side, a subtle, IYKYK style flex.
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The Montblanc luxury watch
One for the watch lovers and adventurers, Montblanc’s South Pole Exploration timepiece was originally worn by world-record holding mountaineer Mr Nimsdai Purja while scaling Mount Everest. This version has been fittingly updated with a titanium case and blue glacier dial as well as a world-time complication.
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The Wolf watch winder
If your dad already has a substantial watch collection, shift your focus to accessories instead and consider WOLF’s watch winder. Sleek in design – it’s inspired by the interiors of British motorcars such as Jaguar and Aston Martin – it has three winding modules and can be set between 300 and 1,200 turns per day.
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The Sydney Evan bracelet
Bold jewellery isn’t everyone’s thing, but something more versatile like Sydney Evan’s bracelet can turn any dad into a bling guy. Crafted from green aventurine beads, it’s strung with a gemstone-encrusted rainbow peace charm.
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The Gucci Eyewear sunglasses
Father’s Day marks the beginning of high summer, so sunglasses are a fail-safe gift. Try this pair from Gucci Eyewear – the chunky acetate frames, dark lenses and timeless D-frame shape are sure to see him through all of his upcoming summer adventures.