Not Socks Again: Father's Day Gift Guide 2019

by Natasha Christou Digital Marketing Consultant

For those of us who struggle to think of a birthday present for dear old Dad, Father’s Day can be a repeat performance. Socks, beer, maybe a novelty shirt or some ‘quirky’ gadget that will do something unnecessary and break after a few weeks — the list of go-to presents for poor dad isn’t exactly inspired. Let’s face it, dad has given you some stellar presents in the past (or at the very least, offered his wallet to pay for part of whatever gift your mum tirelessly hunted down for you). It’s time we upped our Father’s Day gift game.

Take a look at this Father’s Day gift guide 2019 for the inspiration you need!

For this article, we will put together a gift guide in the run up to Father’s Day, with the aim of addressing those hard-to-buy-for dads who have everything! The aim of this piece will be to have creative, out-of-the-box gift suggestions, including getting him a personalised number plate with his name or nickname or even a personal in-joke on it.

Gamer Dad: Kingdom Come Deliverance: Royal Edition

If your dad is a bit of a gamer, get him something he can really sink his teeth into. Kingdom Come Deliverance initially hit shelves last year, but the latest edition, Kingdom Come Deliverance: Royal Edition is due for released on 11^th June 2019 and brings an expansive range of DLC and extras to keep dad entertained for hours on end.

With incredible graphics spanning a huge open-world, players are left to enjoy the world as they see fit with a non-linear story that has a consequence for every choice the player may make. With customisable perks, fighting styles, and a dynamic in-game society that has villagers and other characters react different depending on whether you play as a knight in shining armour or an infamous career thief!

If your dad was lost in Skyrim for the better part of the early 2010s, then he’ll definitely love Kingdom Come Deliverance: Royal Edition.

Price: £34.99 (PS4/Xbox One) at GAME

Car Dad: Personalised Number Plate

Personalised number plates are certainly sleek, and for many, seeing one on a car makes you assume the driver has the cash to splash. In truth, while these number plates do make a car look super-stylish, they don’t need to leave a huge hole in your wallet.

Yes, you can fork out tens of thousands for a hugely desirable cherished number plate, but you might be surprised to see plates from around the £100 mark available. Why not take a look for one with a nickname for your dad, his name, favourite football team, or movie character? For example, the registration VA05 DER holds a base price of £355* for Star Wars fans!

Price: Variable, depending on the style of registration

*Price and availability correct as of 3^rd June 2019

Foodie Dad: Steak night

Sometimes, the thing dad wants most for Father’s Day is to spend time with you! So why not pour that gift money into a slap-up meal for the two of you, and have a much-needed catch-up with your dad? There are so many restaurants offering Father’s Day specials, but we’re particularly fond of Miller & Carter’s offering: from prime cuts of sirloin ribeye, rump, fillet, and T-bone, to the ultimate sharing experience of the Butcher’s Block, featuring a combination of fillet, ribeye, and rump for those who simply can’t choose! These steaks are certain to be something a little bit special for Father’s Day too, with accompanying sides such as mac and cheese or grilled half lobster.

Price: Deposit of £10 per person; total price dependent on menu

Tech Dad: iMuto Power bank

Whether your dad is a gadget junkie or a secret Pokémon Go fan, if he’s always complaining about his phone running dry then a power bank will be a gadget he truly appreciates.

The iMuto has received plenty of praise online, thanks to its hefty 20,000mAh capacity which can charge an iPhone 6 nearly six times over! It has an LED screen to show you the percentage of power left in the bank, as comes with two USB outputs, so dad can charge his phone and your phone.

Price: £21.99 at Amazon

Beard Dad: God-tier beard care

For the dads with an awe-inspiring beard that he is very, very proud of, get him something to maintain that beautiful face-mane. Descended from Odin has a range of beard-care products in their Odin’s Beard range that will keep his precious facial hair strong and conditioned.

First up is their beard balm infused with coconut oil, jojoba wax, burdock root, and avocado butter. This premium beard care will nourish, kill bacteria, and reduce breakage, while letting dad style his beard to a perfect hold. Meanwhile, their beard and face oil moisturises not only the beard, but, any dry skin dad might have on his face, with grapefruit seed extract and ginger infused in this anti-aging oil.

Price: Odin’s Beard: Beard Balm - £20; Odin’s Beard: Beard & Face Oil - £20, both from Descended From Odin