When you think of Father’s Day gifts, visions of ties, coffee mugs and cologne (still unopened in the back of the medicine cabinet) come to mind. Not that anything is wrong with the aforementioned gifts, but let’s try to think of something more original this year, shall we?
My father-to-be husband is celebrating his first Father’s day and expects something spectacular for this momentous occasion. What’s a first time mommy-to-be to do? Well, I’ve done what most people do these days…turned to the internet for help. I found a wealth of ideal gift ideas that will be sure to make my daddy-to-be very happy and hopefully help you as well!
For a fun, original idea, check out gift baskets from Fill-r-up. Their team of experts will create personalized baskets for any dad. Also available are pre-assembled baskets such as the Five O’clock Shadow Basket, the Hole in One Basket and my personal favorite at this time, the Daddy Diaper Dootie Belt. You better believe I’ll be purchasing one of those for my “isn’t that the mom’s job” husband! Pick out a basket and fill it up at www.fill-r-up.com.
Next, we’ll move to fashion for the stylish Dad. For father’s day, ROCAWEAR created the most fashionable matching father and son outfits for Dad’s day 2004. From denim jeans to hats, loungewear, belts, leather outerwear, and swimwear, you’ll have no problem finding a wonderful gift. www.rocawear.com
Let’s talk about the dad who has it all. Make sure he’s always on time with a gorgeous watch from Alpha Omega Jewelers, a premier watch and jewelry retailer. Their impressive watch collection includes such brands as Rolex, Tag Heuer, Movado, Omega and the newly released Carl F. Bucherer Timepiece line. www.alphaomegajewelers.com
Summer is coming and every dad needs something good to read at the beach. A selection of novels from James Patterson, the best-selling author and master storyteller is a great gift idea. Choose from the most recent Alex Cross bestselling Big Bad Wolf to the always favorites, The Beach House and The Jester. www.jamespatterson.com
For something cute and affordable, you can personalize a mug, t-shirt or mousepad with a saying such as “Our hearts belong to Papa” which includes up to twenty children’s names on the t-shirt and up to seven on the mug. You can even get one for grandpa! For this and other personalized gifts, shop at www.allfathersdaygifts.com.
If you want to go the sexy route, and who doesn’t, pick up the 100% cotton, button-fly Very Sexy™ Boxers from Victoria Secret (free with any $35 men’s fragrance purchase). They are also offering the Sexy Effects Gift Box which includes Very Sexy for Him2 Cologne Spray and After Shave Hydrator in a masculine wooden box that can be re-used to hold his personal effects – watch, keys, cuff links, wallet, and more. www.victoriasecret.com
Have any other good ideas for Father’s Day gifts? Drop me a line at cindylocke@socal.com and I’ll be sure to share with the rest of Southern California.
Remember, it’s not the price of the gift, it’s the love, care and time you take that makes him the happiest.
Happy Father’s Day and happy shopping!
