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With Father\u2019s Day looming once more, I thought it would be fun to collate a top 20 list of great Father\u2019s Day Gift ideas to help you on your way to giving him something he\u2019ll really appreciate - here goes!<\/p>

1) Socks!<\/strong><\/p>

Hey, what dad doesn\u2019t have a few spuds in his favourite pair of Hickory Docks! Don\u2019t just get him a boring 5 pack from the nearest supermarket though, show a bit more thought if you can and grab him a funky, single pair of socks, personalised or with an apt message - this will remind him of you every time he puts them on and bring a smile to his face.\u00a0<\/p>

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2) Photo Frames & Photos<\/strong><\/p>

A custom message photo frame is one of the most personal things you can give your Dad. This will show you\u2019ve really planned and executed a very thoughtful present. \u00a0If you get it right, it will go up on the wall, be looked at and appreciated every day and will last a lifetime. Don\u2019t just buy any frame mind, have a look around and buy something relevant to you and your family.\u00a0 Choose something that will fit in readily to your father's decor, then take some real time to select and edit your photos then make this a really special gift that he will love looking at every time he passes it.\u00a0 Etsy<\/u><\/strong><\/a> have some good options for this on their online store.
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3) Air Experiences<\/strong><\/p>

\"orsgeyo7mfczbj82msxarulfpghs4h2lrjwdlacoqafvtn8z.jpg.jpg?w=1140&v=2\"We once chipped in and bought our dad a flight in a genuine Sopwith Camel<\/strong> - THE Best present ever!<\/u> The pilot let him take control for a while and after, he said it was one of the best things he'd ever done. Flying a plane was something he\u2019d always dreamed of and it was so great to realise that dream for him.\u00a0 There are so many different choices here, I could probably do another top 20 just within this one idea - from skydiving and driving experiences to wine tasting, cookery or glamping.<\/p>

Whatever his idea of a good time, or your budget, there\u2019s almost definitely an option here that he\u2019ll remember and talk about for a long time to come.\u00a0 Virgin <\/u><\/strong><\/a>have quite a wide range of options to look at here...<\/p>

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4) Fine Wine!<\/strong><\/p>

Unless he\u2019s a teetotal, I expect the old man appreciates a nice drop of plonk now and again. \u00a0My usual premise would be a red wine from Chile with good legs and a big hole in the bottom (ok, I\u2019m no connoisseur, but I know what tastes nice!)\u00a0 Of course, a nice sparkling bottle of champers always goes down a treat too on Celebration Days if your budget will stretch that far :)\u00a0\u00a0 Avery\u2019s<\/u><\/strong><\/a> usually have a good few offers to suit most tastes<\/p>

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5) Music<\/strong><\/p>

\"0kfo20rlkmmykvtpxueeiumayulqbzpziuikgv3lehksboxq.jpg.jpg?w=1140&v=2\"Give Dad the gift of music! \u00a0These days it\u2019s all about online streaming and downloads, but I\u2019m pretty sure your old man will still appreciate a CD, Vinyl or even a tape cassette if he\u2019s still got something to play it on. \u00a0There\u2019s nothing quite like getting a physical copy of something in your hand. You know what he likes and it\u2019s pretty easy to find a re-release, re-master, or live\/acoustic version of an album which you know he\u2019s played to death in the past, so show you\u2019ve got your thinking cap on and deliver the goods - every time he plays it, he\u2019ll think of you and if you get it right, that should be a lot!<\/p>

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6) Word Art<\/strong><\/p>

This is another quite personal idea to keep Dad delighted on Father's Day and beyond. \u00a0There are many websites that will take a bunch of words for you and an image and turn them into a personalised, one-off piece of Word Art for you. \u00a0Again, we\u2019ve done this for Dad before, years ago and it\u2019s still on the wall now, so can\u2019t be too bad - gets a lot of attention and it\u2019s hard not to stop and try and read what\u2019s in it - kind of like a photo frame, but words can be very powerful, especially when presented in new and exciting ways.\u00a0 Check out the crafting chicks<\/u><\/strong><\/a> for some ideas!
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7) Concert Tickets!<\/strong><\/p>

Look around hard enough and you\u2019re bound to find that some of his favourite bands from back in the day are either still touring, or doing a reunion tour. \u00a0If not, then you can usually find a tribute band<\/u><\/strong><\/a> where the experience would be almost as good (and undoubtedly better for your wallet too!) Hey, why not buy two and go with him to make the experience even more special - he\u2019s probably dreamed about it when you were a nipper, so help him fulfil this desire and show you really care\u2026 If he doesn't like music too much, of course, you could look to things like stand-up comedy, theatre or even spoken word events - there's usually plenty on around the country at any time...<\/p>

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8) Personalised Jewellery for Dad's<\/strong><\/p>

Again, something that should last forever and help remind him of you every time he wears it. \u00a0Spend a little time and think about neck chains, cuff-links, bracelets, earrings or whatever he\u2019s into that can be personalised to suit your Dad. \u00a0There are plenty of options online<\/u><\/strong><\/a> if you take a look around, it should be easy to find something that will wow him. \u00a0With this sort of thing, often less is more...<\/p>

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9) Aftershave<\/strong><\/p>

\"m2ci2ewyxgpuqupo6kkbt5poczkxmasybpshbakjniokxvlk.jpg.jpg?w=1140&v=2\"What man doesn\u2019t like to smell good eh? \u00a0Not such a personal gift, but also not something a lot of dads will think to go out and buy for themselves. \u00a0I know I always appreciate the gift of smelling nice when I get it. For what it\u2019s worth, one of my favourites is quite a simple one, Davidoff Cool Water<\/u><\/strong><\/a>, not too overpowering, just nice and fresh - and not too slutty<\/em>! \u00a0Bought this for my pops one year too and he loved it.<\/p>

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10) Eating Out<\/strong><\/p>

If he\u2019s partial to a bit of haute cuisine, why not treat him to a nice night out and a special meal? I\u2019m sure you know what his favourite food is and can sort him out something nice and local, be it Indian, or fine dining<\/u><\/strong><\/a>! \u00a0Hey, why not go the extra mile and offer to drop him and his plus 1 off and pick them back up again later so they don\u2019t have to worry about driving or sorting a taxi? It is Father\u2019s Day after all!<\/p>

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11) Gadgetry<\/strong><\/p>

Now, what bloke doesn\u2019t like to add to his haul of electronic goodies! \u00a0It\u2019s likely that he\u2019s either lagging behind in some department or another here or has something that needs upgrading.. Whether or not he\u2019s an Apple man, or Android, or none of the above, I\u2019m sure there are some of the latest gadgets on offer<\/u><\/strong><\/a> that he\u2019ll appreciate. A nice set of wireless headphones or a fitness watch perhaps? Maybe he\u2019d prefer something like a telescope to look up at the stars with, or even a blender to make smoothies with\u2026 The world is your oyster here!<\/p>

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12) Subscriptions<\/strong><\/p>

I paid for a years\u2019 subscription for Spotify<\/u><\/strong><\/a> for Dad once a good few years ago now and he\u2019s carried on with it. \u00a0These days, there are so many subscription services about, I\u2019m fairly sure you could find one to suit and if you get it right, it\u2019s something they\u2019ll really appreciate and use every day and also something they might not think of doing for themselves. \u00a0Netflix<\/u><\/strong><\/a>, Audible<\/u><\/strong><\/a>, magazines, other video services, or even something more niche, like guitar tabs or food boxes are all great gift ideas and something that keeps on giving, usually for a year or so, then they can make up their own mind if they want to continue (or gives you an easy idea for the next year!)<\/p>

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13) Gift Vouchers<\/strong><\/p>

\"ldj7eyvvyvmw3caffnwrtyjba4ftme7du49btho5zzdxkbl9.jpg.jpg?w=1140&v=2\"If you really can\u2019t decide, then maybe give them the gift of choice. \u00a0Most decent retailers have the option for gift vouchers, so they can come back at their leisure and choose something they really want, maybe something like a t-shirt or hoodie ;)<\/p>

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14) Something you hand-made?<\/strong><\/p>

Do you have any hands-on skills? \u00a0There\u2019s nothing like a home-made present. \u00a0Here\u2019s a link to the Instructables<\/u><\/strong><\/a> where you can find loads of guides for making all sorts of things - but let\u2019s face it - even a homemade card makes a much bigger impression than a shop-bought one does. \u00a0My partner and my kids love making cards and I think they get as much out of it as the recipient - and I certainly love receiving them!<\/p>

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15) A personalised mug!<\/strong><\/p>

\"esvu2i4hyh5waqjbxoyxikjtjirgi0ispu2bpj3cr4iabyml.png.png?w=1140&v=2\"Ok, so here\u2019s a shameless plug for one of our own gift ideas<\/u><\/strong><\/a> - Dads just love to get a novelty mug for dunking their digestives whilst they sit down and catch up on this week\u2019s TV. \u00a0You can even create your own personalised mug in our Custom Design Studio<\/u><\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>to make it extra special!
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16) Accessories<\/strong><\/p>

Show you\u2019ve really thought about this and get him something that enhances one of his existing hobbies or interests. \u00a0This is easy for my dad, due to an obsessive interest in a particular vehicle, where he collects not only the vehicles, but also everything to do with them! Oh and he\u2019s a musician too, so many Fathers Day presents revolve around these two subjects. \u00a0<\/p>

What is your dad into? Do some searches online, then find the latest accessory or item that ties up with it. You really can\u2019t go far wrong with this one, unless, like me on the odd occasion, you actually buy him something he\u2019s already got of course!<\/p>

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17) Power Tools!<\/strong><\/p>

This one has got to be right up there! \u00a0Without wanting to stereotype too much, pretty much all dads love power tools<\/u><\/strong><\/a>! \u00a0Not only that, but there are always either new ones being released, or some of his existing ones will be needing a replacement or upgrade at some point soon. \u00a0A quick chat with mum should reveal what he\u2019s been moaning about not working on (or owning!) lately...<\/p>

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18) Take Him Out for the Day<\/strong><\/p>

Now, you don't even need to spend any money. \u00a0The best thing you can give your dad (trust me, I know!) is time!<\/strong> \u00a0What does he love doing? what do you love doing together? Then just plan some time and do it! Dad will love it even if it\u2019s just a walk by the river or in the park, some fishing, a day out at the races - WHATEVER!<\/p>

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19) A New Hobby<\/strong><\/p>

So, there are, at any point in time, about a million and one new interests that Dad could be taking up. \u00a0If you think he spends too much time sat on the sofa watching TV, then this could be a fantastic idea that may benefit his health and well-being, as well as giving him something new to get excited about. \u00a0<\/p>

Over the years, you must have heard him talk about things he wishes he\u2019d done or is interested in - What does he watch on the telly, even that might give you a few clues\u2026 I\u2019m a great proponent for hobbies and interests and their place in positive psychology, so let's help our dads get more enjoyment & fulfilment out of their lives!<\/p>

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20)\u00a0Of Course - Dad T-Shirts!<\/strong><\/p>

\"tjuiynbxwkvrwexpeo95y5yacesyoveazul0bwz3zuwufwto.jpeg.jpeg?w=1140&v=2\"Now, if you can\u2019t find the perfect Father\u2019s Day T-shirt<\/u><\/strong><\/a> here on Shirtbox, I will literally eat my hat! \u00a0We have so many variations on the theme, plus collections based on interests and hobbies and all kinds of other funny designs, there is surely something here for every dad. \u00a0Here are some of our favourite suggestions - and if you can\u2019t find anything, <\/u>just drop us an e-mail<\/strong><\/a> <\/u>or give us a call for a chat, we\u2019re always happy to help you find what you\u2019re looking for.\u00a0 Otherwise, just give Mum (or someone else who would know) a quick call, confirm Dad's t-shirt size and get shopping now!\u00a0
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Hope you enjoyed this and it was of some use.\u00a0 Thanks, as always, to our contributors - comments, questions, suggestions always welcome!<\/p>

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