Father’s Day is just around the corner, and you may be scratching your head on what to gift to the dad in your life. If you are looking for some simple Father’s Day gift ideas, look no further!
Sometimes shopping for the perfect gift can be tough. Personally, I want a gift to be something they will actually use and not shove in the back of the closet never to be seen again. As a matter of fact, if you’re spending money on something, why not let it be something that they will actually use?
5 Simple Father’s Day Gift Ideas That He Will Truly Appreciate
Along with my other gift guides, I like to share things that I know are good and things we personally like and use. In fact, all of the simple Father’s Day gift ideas you will find here are approved by my husband, and things I gift myself.
Another bonus, is that I am a big fan of small businesses. Most of the gift ideas here come from small businesses as well. If you can support a small business, do so!
Disclaimer: I am not an affiliate of any kind. All of the links you will find below are there simply to make it easier for you to find the product. That being said, happy shopping!
1. Shady Rays
I have mentioned Shady Rays before in my gift guide for mom, but they are awesome for dad too!
A dew of my favorite things about Shady Rays Sunglasses:
- Durable – My husband and I are both rough on sunglasses, and these have held up really well!
- Polarized and Affordable – Polarized sunglasses tend to get expensive. All of the Shady Rays’ sunglasses are polarized, and are offered at a great price point.
- Lifetime Guarantee – Lost, Stolen, or Broken it doesn’t matter! They have an incredible return and replacement product that I have taken advantage of a couple of times.
- A large selection of style options – There are many different styles to choose from. This includes the option to get prescriptions.
2. Andar Leather Goods
Andar Leather Goods offers a wide variety of items such as wallets, phone and laptop cases, backpacks, toiletry bags, and more. Their leather goods are great quality and stylish, and they offer a year warranty on all their leather products.
My husband personally uses the Pilot wallet, and he really likes it! (Keep in mind that he has gone through a bazillion different kinds of wallets. ha!)
Check out some of their gifts for men on their website here.
3. Hey Dude Shoes
Hey Dude Shoes are hands down my husband’s favorite shoes. (In fact he has so many of them I’ve lost count! Ha!) And I’ll admit, I love them for myself too. Hey Dude shoes are so comfortable, and they come in many different colors and styles. Additionally, they are so light and airy which makes them especially fabulous in the summer heat.
4. True Classic T-shirts
You may have seen these ads on Instagram before. In fact, they can be quite hilarious. And I am here to tell you that these shirts live up to the hype.
Now, I realize that a t-shirt may seem a little boring for a gift. However, these tees really are awesome. My husband loves how they fit, and that they don’t cling to his body.
So, if the dad in your life appreciated comfy clothes, that fit just right. This may be the perfect gift for him!
5. Gift Card For a Favorite Activity or Hobby
Gift cards are always a great idea that way he can get exactly what he wants. On the other hand, maybe he has been saving up for a specific item and this can help him reach is goal. The possibilities are endless!
A few ideas for gift cards for him:
- Golf or Driving Range
- Sports Game
- Shooting Range
- Tool Store i.e. Home Depot, Lowes, Ace Hardware, Harbor Freight, Menards, etc.
- Sporting Goods Store i.e. Dick’s Sporting Goods, Academy, Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, etc.
- Book Store i.e Half Price Books, Barnes and Noble, Thrift Books, Kindle Store, etc.
- Auto Parts Store i.e Autozone, O’Reillys, etc.
Other Simple Father’s Day Gift Ideas When You Are On A Tight Budget
On the other hand, when you are just tight on cash here are a few ideas that don’t have to cost much, but are just as special!
1. Wallet Size Photo of Kids
It’s no secret that dads love to show off their kids! A cute wallet size photo of his kids or grandkids is so special. Something he can keep with him to see his babies and show them off. You can also check out Etsy for some really cute keychain photo ideas and more!
2. Cards Made By Kids
One really great thing about this idea is that you can make these with things you already have at home. As a matter of fact, anything that kids make for dad is special! Making cards can be a simple activity for kids, and something that dad will love to receive from his loved ones.
3. Cook His Favorite Meal
Steak, seafood, barbecue, hamburgers, pizza, sub sandwiches, the list can go on an on. Whatever his favorite food, take the time to cook it for him! After all, they say that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach!
If you want to do a fun breakfast or brunch for him, check out some ideas here!
4. Some Time “Off”
I will admit that this can be a tough one for me. Sometimes as moms, our plates are so full that we feel like we are the only ones who are really working hard. However, the truth is that dads work hard too. A dad’s work may look different than a mom’s, but dads are human too. Dads need a break sometimes too.
Giving Dad some time “off” may look like just taking the kids out to the park for an hour or two so he can enjoy some quiet. However, you choose to go about it, I am sure that he will appreciate it.
5. A Heartfelt Note or Letter – So He Knows How Much He is Appreciated
Similar to what I mentioned above, Dad’s need to feel appreciated too. Dad’s work hard to provide for their family, and to be there for them. Sometimes simply feeling appreciated can go a long way. (Think about how you may feel sometimes.)
A letter or note may not seem like much, but I am sure that dad will love to hear about how he is appreciated and loved.
Simple Father’s Day Gift Ideas Made Easy
I hope to make your Father’s Day gifting easy with these 5 simple Father’s Day gift ideas. Even so, anything that you take the time to give the person you love will be greatly appreciated!
What are some gift ideas you have for the dad in your life? Share them in the comments below!
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