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12 Genius Gifts That Will Make This Father’s Day The Most Memorable Yet

From functional designer sunglasses to cloud-like running shoes

June 4, 2021

Fathers rank high on my list of difficult people to gift: They either already have everything they need (and multiple back-ups, just in case), or claim they need nothing at all. That’s why Father’s Day always feels like a bit of a challenge from the universe — a game of how well do you *really* know your father? — rather than a celebration of all that he does. Luckily, there are some amazing companies out there that make gifting dad feel like a total no-brainer, it’s just a matter of finding them. Thankfully, we did.

In partnership with Sunglass Hut, we’re sharing 12 Father’s Day gifts that are sure to show the most important men in your life just how much you care. Whether they help him continue doing what he loves outdoors or simply make him feel cooler than ever, sunglasses are one of the best and most useful gifts around — because we all know he’s a sucker for some good, practical gear. From Sunglass Hut’s designer silhouettes to products that will keep him feeling his best, we’re confident these finds will get you far this gifting season.

If he’s not the wrap-around reflective-lens type, no need to fret. These classic, angular Ray-Ban sunglasses are a match made in heaven for the dad whose style leans classic and minimal. His personality speaks for itself, after all.

Prada Linea Rossa

He’s athletic. He’s cool. He’s definitely out in the sun. But there’s no way your father already has these Prada Linea Rossa sunglasses in his rotation. Level up his sporty look with a silhouette inspired by his golden era.

Polo Ralph Lauren

He loves telling you how all of your guy friends are starting to dress exactly how he used to back in the day — and he loves telling them, too. These Polo Ralph Lauren aviators from Sunglass Hut are an ode to the style of his youth, with a seriously cool modern spin.

$197

Kaha Low Gore-Tex

If he's anything like mine, your dad is spending more time outdoors than ever. Whether he's hiking new trails on the weekend or tending to some foliage in the backyard, give him a shoe that offers support and stability for all of his sun-soaked excursions.

Whether it's your grandfather or your brother-in-law, it seems every one of us has a watch enthusiast in the family — and they're pretty particular when it comes to expanding their collection. Surprise and impress them with this fail-safe style from Seiko with automatic movement, a classic navy blue face, and a day-date display.

Just because he's been using a block of bar soap to wash his face for the last 50 years doesn't mean it has to stay that way. Refresh his routine with Disco's science-backed and dermatologist-tested skin care kit, formulated with all-natural, yet totally indulgent ingredients.

Omni Mobile 12800

He's already got the latest laptop and all the gear he needs for a comfortable, high-speed work setup, but he probably doesn't even know that a portable laptop charger exists. Mobilize his workspace with this compact portable charger that can keep even the most demanding of USB-C laptops powered.

Wellington Tote

Upgrade his laptop bag (or let him finally retire that worn-out canvas tote from the '90s) with State's Wellington Tote crafted from durable nylon and recycled polyester. It's got plenty of pockets to keep all his gear organized, and soft webbing straps for a comfortable fit.

Harper Fixie Bike - Single Speed

Okay, I know what you’re thinking: A fixed gear bike? For my dad? But before you go scrolling on past this one, hear me out. Retrospec’s Harper bike changes from fixed-gear to single-speed with the flip of a switch (er, a flip of the bike’s back wheel, that is), so he has the option to cruise at a comfortable pace or go all-out for an afternoon workout.

3-Pack 32oz. Collapsible Bowl

He might not be an eco-warrior yet, but let’s help him get there — or at least as far from single-use plastics as possible. Stojo’s reusable, collapsible bowls make minimizing waste (and actually eating last night’s leftovers) convenient *and* aesthetically pleasing.

For the dad who's been juicing and poping vitamins long before the days of social media health trends and made-for-you supplements, he'll appreciate this insider-approved polyphenol blend from Gundry MD. It's packed with powerful ingredients and a blend of prebiotics and probiotics that boost energy and encourage a healthy digestive system.

He might not be privy to the world of essential oils, but Vitruvi's Move Diffuser makes it easy to bliss out on some aromatherapy goodness. With 4-8 hours of power, he can keep this handy portable diffuser desk-side while he works and move it with him throughout his day.