Father’s Day Gifts He’ll Actually Use

Father’s Day is June 21st and chances are you’re still undecided on what to buy. Sometimes the best presents are the game he’ll play with the fam, the quirky book that totally gets him, or the quality staple he’ll live in. Here are some practical and thoughtful ideas he’s sure to love:

For the Stylish Dad
Sunday Swagger’s Blush polo has a light pink base and a subtle splatter print that gives it personality without being over the top. The fabric has four-way stretch, UPF 40 sun protection and is moisture-wicking.
Sunday Swagger Blush Shirt, $64, sundayswagger.com

For the Dad Who Needs to Stretch
If his back and shoulders are always tight after sitting at a desk, driving or doing yard work, the Lotus Wheel is a more targeted take on a foam roller. The five-piece set includes different-sized wheels for the back, neck, shoulders, legs and feet, and the design is made to fit between the shoulder blades in a way a standard roller often can’t.
Lotus Wheel 5-Pack, $129 (sale price), amazon.com

For the Knicks Fan
He’s got his share of Knicks gear but a Dad shirt to mark the team’s historic playoff run? He’ll wear this classic crewneck with pride on Sunday BBQ day knowing it came from the kids.
Men’s New York Knicks Blue Greatest Dad T-Shirt, $34.99, store.nba.com

For the Jedi Jokester
If he loves Star Wars and bad puns, Star Wars Dad Jokes Strike Back pretty much explains itself. The book has more than 150 Star Wars-inspired jokes and one-liners, so the kids can either laugh, roll their eyes or both.
Star Wars Dad Jokes Strike Back, $14.95, chroniclebooks.com

For the Home Cook
If he’s into trying a new marinade or experimenting on the grill, this Pinch Jar Spice Rack Set lets you choose 12 spices, from Greek oregano and cumin to garlic powder and tangy sumac. It comes with a wooden display rack to keep spices organized.
Pinch Jar Spice Rack Set, Selefina, $49

For the Dad Who Rocks the Athleisure
There are comfy yet polished joggers for the couch, and then there are joggers that can also work for errands and air travel. These Cozy Earth joggers have a tapered fit, soft fabric and a zippered back pocket.
Cozy Earth Men’s Joggers, $88, amazon.com

For a Better Night’s Sleep
A quality sheet set is one of those everyday upgrades he may not buy for himself but will deeply appreciate. Made from bamboo-derived viscose, these ultra-soft sheets have a silky feel with temperature-regulating benefits for hot sleepers. The set fits mattresses up to 16 inches deep and comes in neutral shades like white, beige, light gray and gray.
Bamboo Jersey Sheet Set,  prices vary ($192.52 for a  queen set)

For the Dad Who Lives in Shorts
These comfy shorts have a 9-inch inseam, stretch waistband, water-resistant fabric and four pockets, including a zippered one. They’re nice enough for golf or lunch out and comfy enough for errands.
Sunday Swagger Everywear Short, sundayswagger.com

For Game Lover
Scrabble meets poker in Texas Spell ’Em, a dice-based game that mixes word-building with betting and bluffing. Players roll letter dice, use the letters to make the highest-scoring word and then decide how confident they really are.
Scrabble Texas Spell ’Em, $24.99, fanrolldice.com

For the Dad Who Takes His Vitamins
If he has a regular vitamin regimen, this will feel like the wellness upgrade he didn’t know he needed. Vimergy’s Liquid B12 is a fast-absorbing liquid supplement designed to support energy production, cognitive function and nervous system health.
Vimergy Liquid B12, amazon.com

For The Guy Who Always Looks Polished
You can never have enough short-sleeve button-downs and this one is buttery soft. Vuori’s Short Sleeve Knit Oxford Camp Collar Button Down has the look of a nicer shirt but is made with a breathable knit with moisture-wicking stretch.
Vuori Short Sleeve Knit Oxford Camp Collar Button Down, $88, vuoriclothing.com

For the Beatles Fan
The 25th anniversary edition of The Beatles Anthology tells the band’s story in their own words, with memories from Paul, George, Ringo and archival material from John, along with more than 1,300 images, documents and pieces of memorabilia.
The Beatles Anthology: 25th Anniversary Edition, $50, chroniclebooks.com

For Relaxed Weekends
These clogs are lightweight, waterproof and have a cushy feel without being too soft, so they work for dog walks, beach trips or yard work. The closed-toe design gives them a little more coverage than flip-flops.
Bombas Men’s Friday Clog, bombas.com

For the Tea Drinker
Adagio’s Manly Series is a trio of teas made with cheeky names and flavors, including Sugar Daddy, Man Cave and Lounge Chair Lapsang. The trio is meant to make it easy to try energizing, smoky or cozy.
Adagio Manly Series Umph Tea Set, $29, adagio.com

For a Tee He’ll Wear on Repeat
Every dad has a few T-shirts he wears constantly, and this one could easily become part of the rotation. Made from breathable cotton with a relaxed fit, it comes in a bunch of colors.
Cozy Earth Men’s All Day Tee, $58, cozyearth.com

Read More:
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