Fathers Day Gift Guide for the Modern Dad

The Fathers Day Gift Guide for the modern dad is here and was put together by an actual dad and me. Instead of guessing what he wants for Fathers Day and buying him something that he definitely won’t like, check out these must-have gifts for dads curated by a 30 something dad, my husband, Ezra. Also, now I don’t have to put much brain power into finding him the perfect Fathers Day gift because, well, he did it for me. Thank’s dude and well…score for me.

If you are trying to find a unique Fathers Day gift, here are nine gift ideas for the modern dad that he will thank you for and NOT throw away the next day, like a “Best Dad Ever” mug. In this Fathers Day gift guide, you will find swoon worthy cologne, accessories for men, and techy things like noise blocking headphones. Get him something in 2016 from this Fathers Day gift guide that he will really like to use in 2016.If you are trying to find a unique Fathers Day gift, here are nine gift ideas for the modern dad that he will thank you for and NOT throw away the next day, like a “Best Dad Ever” mug. In this Fathers Day gift guide you will find swoon worthy cologne, accessories for men, and techy things like noise blocking headphones. Get him something in 2016 from this Fathers Day gift guide that he will actually really like to use in 2016.

Fathers Day Gift Guide Best of 2016

If the guy in your life is into things like Old Fashion drinks and is particular about his bourbon and whiskey, then I am going to guess he is particular about the way it looks whilst taking a sip. If that is the case, he would probably really appreciate these Areawear Shape Drink Rocks because they are awesome. Also, all of his guy friends will be jealous, and you will win as the coolest gift-giver of all time. Found at Shopbop.com for $35.00

If you have a sophisticated, hipster dad in the house, this Native Union Wood I Phone 6 Case will make the cut in his mental Rolodex of gift guide approved items. In fact, if your guy is like mine, they may already have this exact case because they research all the latest thing’s for all of their techy things. I-Phone cases are critical to the sophisticated hipster dad; it’s a fact…I am married to one. Found at Shopbop.com for $40.00

You know the wrap bracelet trend that is sweeping through the world of accessories? Well, it’s not just for ladies..in-fact, guy’s are digging this trend maybe even more than us. Check out this gold Hook Leather Bracelet for your man. Trust me, he will love it for Father’s Day, and it’s neutral enough to go with all of his summer attire. Found at Nordstrom for $80.00 or here is a similar style on Amazon for only $11.99!

Forget a new grill, how about some Bose Sound Cancelling Headphones? If we didn’t already have these, it would be one of those gifts I would give and then jack later for myself. These are the most comfortable and competent headphones for when your kids are saying your name 10,000 times, and you want some peace and silence. They are also incredibly useful when traveling to tune out that obnoxious adult who his whining about that crying kid and is a million times more annoying.  Oh, and they are perfect for your workspace too. This gift just says, “hey, have some peace and quiet for Fathers Day.” After that, you are free to make them into a family gift so that you can have some peace and quiet too. Found at Nordstrom for $299.95 or find it on Amazon for $299.00.

Want your man to walk in the door and smell like all types of intoxicating yumminess? Get him the Vince Camuto Eterno Cologne. This men’s fragrance is like a burst of man in a bottle, and it will make you want him to bathe in it day and night. Just saying. It has top notes of citrus and mint middle notes of patchouli and cedarwood, with a base of bourbon and saffron. Like I said…yummy. Found at Vince Camuto for $75.00

A few other colognes to take note of this Fathers Day, Calvin Klein Eternity for Men and Bottega Veneta in Essence Aromatique. Both highly rated men’s fragrances that would make any cologne lover lose their senses.

My husband is obsessed with unique and cool-looking water bottles that keep stuff cold. My husband has this MiiR Howler Insulated Bottle on his wish list..I will see what I can do. Found at Shopbop.com for $39.95

RVCA is killing it with their new summer clothing for men, and this Blue Done Up Diamond Print Short Sleeve Woven Shirt is on point with everything else in the collection. I spy a date night coming soon…this day to night sure is going to make my man and dad of my babies, look so-dang-good! Found at Nordstrom for $55.00 or find it on Amazon for only $35.00!

Alright, watch lovers, how cool is this Gold Nixon Watch in this Fathers Day Gift Guide? It’s even on sale right now at Nordstrom, and even less on Amazon! Need a memorable gift for Father’s day? This gold watch would not only make his day epic, but he would think of you all-the-time (it’s a win-win). Found at Nordstrom on sale for $94.00 down from $100.00 AND free shipping OR on Amazon for only $85.00 with Free Shipping if  you have Amazon Prime.

Back to the gadgets. You know how some guy’s..and dads even, like sweet I-Phone cases? Well, they are usually particular about where their phone sleeps at night too. Check out this sleek and modern I Phone Dock from Native Union. It’s an OCD minimalistic approach to keeping track of and charging your phone at the same time. Found at Shopbop.com for $50.00

So, what are you getting the dad in your life for Fathers Day? If you haven’t found anything yet, snatch up these must-haves from the Fathers Day Gift Guide and nail it big time with your gift-giving.

xo, Kendra

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