My dad is a pretty cool dude. He taught me how to ride a bike, was fully supportive of my decision to dig up dinosaur bones in the backyard as a kid, and has since become one of my favorite people to make laugh. He gave me my tenacity, and even though I’ve been taller than him since the 6th grade (Big R is only 5’4), his larger-than-life personality makes him a blast (but don’t tell him, because he can get a little big for his britches).
When East Dane reached out and asked me curate a list of perfect-for-Dad gifts in preparation for Father’s Day, I had Big R in mind. East Dane is the male equivalent of ShopBop (obsessed!), and features all the products your father (and brother, boyfriend, and best dude friend) needs to stay both well-dressed and appropriately-accessorized.
The products below are perfect for Father’s Day (especially for dads with an on-the-go lifestyle; mine can navigate an airport like nobody’s business), with a few luxe pieces thrown in by yours truly to ramp up Big R’s style game.
1. Rag & Bone Hampshire Wallet ($125)
2. Tumi Alpha Slim Travel Kit ($95)
3. J.W. Hulme Co. Continental Duffel ($695)
4. Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer Sunglasses ($155)
5. Sperry Top-Sider Razorfish Boat Shoes ($95)
6. Taschen The Godfather Family Album ($40)
7. Form Function Form Button Stud Weekender Watch ($100)
8. Triple C Back Up Phone Charger ($35)
9. Flight 001 Man Things and Guy Stuff Pouches ($18 each)
10. Flight 001 F1 4-in-1 Adapter ($25)
Big R isn’t shy when asking for Father’s Day gifts. He straight up told me and my little sister he wants a new pair of Sperry’s. What Dad wants, Dad gets. These blue versions (5) are a bit hipper than the ol’ leather standard, but will look just as sharp with a pair of seersucker shorts. A leather wallet from Rag & Bone (1) is both functional and beyond cool, as is this watch with a raw leather strap (7) from Form Function Form.
For your tech-savvy dads, consider a super-slim phone charger (8). If Big R’s phone doesn’t have enough battery to snap a picture of that record-breaking bass, we won’t hear the end of it. Best to have a back-up.
If your dad travels as much as mine, a super handy set of outlet adapters (10) means he’s ready to roll in 150 countries. A leather travel bag with a slim profile means he can neatly pack away all essentials, from toothpaste to ibuprofen. A cheekier option: these aptly-named zipper pouches (9). Guy Stuff and Man Things pretty much sums it up, no? Toss everything in this gorgeous leather duffel (3) from J.W. Hulme. This bag is so gorgeous, I think I want one for myself.
Almost every guy I know quotes The Godfather on a regular basis, so this cool photo album (6) is a sure hit. It’s a collection of photos from photographer Steve Schapiro over the course of the making of all three films. Go to the mattresses, and all that.
And because I’ve got to keep Big R on top of the style game, I’m considering picking him up a set of classic Ray Ban Wayfarers (4). They’re from “his day” (or so he’s told me), but who doesn’t look good in this iconic frame?
Spot anything on this list your dad would love? You have plenty of time to get your shopping done before Father’s Day, especially with East Dane’s free 3-day shipping on all orders. Go, go, go!
This post was sponsored by East Dane. All opinions are 100% my own.
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Her idea is to lift that blogger’s veil and let people in; to get real and share personal stories of insecurity and inspiration. The campaign launches on June 16th, and I’m happy to be participating in such a cool movement.
Even better? We’re inviting you to join us. If you have a story you want to share, we want to hear it. Start writing now, and be ready to roll on June 16th.
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Linking up with More Pieces of Me + On the Daily Express, Pink Sole + Cha Cha The Fashion Genius, and Sew Crafty Angel.
Bag number 3 is so cool!
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Awesome post!
Interesting campaign, great idea!!!
Kisses darling!!!!
What a cool online shop!
You out together the right list, i love it!
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Haha, love the Guy Stuff and Man Things pouches. I think my dad would love that duffel, but it’s probably a little out of my budget!
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Thanks for these terrific ideas, I need to get shopping!
Love these ideas! I always have such a hard time shopping for my dad! He never seems to want anything!
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Great Gift Guide! (I also got my Dad’s gift from East Dane. Hoping to get a post up about it next week…) and awesome campaign #RealBloggerBeauty. Looking forward to checking it out.
Great gifts! Thank you for that inspiration.
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looking so amazing i really love this gifts
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Thanks for the great ideas!
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Such a cool post! No. 3 is my favorite 🙂
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We wish that duffel bag wasn’t so pricey. It’s amazing.
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With how awesome you are its only obvious your dads pretty cool too. My dad wanted a tool set but he got that this weekend for his birthday maybe a nice wallet would be a great gift.
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the duffel bag and the raybans are gorgeous. perfect for my father:)
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the duffel bag and the raybans are gorgeous.perfect for my father:)
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Great ideas! I totally need to get my dad something for Father’s Day, it snuck up on me this year!
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Love this! My dad is actually much more of a backyard griller, but these will be great for the younger dads I know!
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Great ideas, knowing my dad I think the watch would be his thing 😉 xo
loved the suggestions 😛
Great pieces for a present 😀
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Loving this… beautiful gift ideas!
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cool bag and watch dear 😀
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Great gift guide.=)
Such great gift ideas!! I really need to check out this website! I haven’t heard of it before.
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Angela
Aww, your dad sounds so cute! East Dane always has the best roundup of products, and I love everything you picked here. Those pouches pretty much sum up a man in a nutshell!
Cool post, great ideas! 🙂
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Jess
Your dad sounds like the man! I’m definitely realizing now how much mine influenced me too- he made me watch all these sci fi movies with him growing up- now that’s one of the things Kyle loves most about me 🙂
Good picks!!
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Great gift guide Ashley! And this is such an interesting campaign…more power to her!
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Wonderful gift choices, it really is so difficult to come up with innovative and yet impressive gifts for guys.. especially when they’re your dad! My fav is without a doubt the J.W. Hulme Co. Continental Duffel – that’s one hell of a gift! 🙂
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