Father’s Day is on Sunday (July 19) coming up fast and if your dad is as impossible to buy for as my own, let me lend a helping hand! No two men are alike so whether your dad is bookish and reserved, an all out action adventurer or a tech and gadget fiend; we have the gift for you.
For the DIY Dad:
Irish company Portwest have recently given a new spin to the traditional hard hat shell. Gorgeous translucent colours, great comfort and practical design features make the Peak View a great gift to keep dad safe, even from sun radiation! Not bad for €19.99.
For the Grill Master:
Ireland is set to have an absolute scorcher of a summer so celebrate the heat and surprise your dad with a BBQ! There are numerous Barbies to choose from depending on what you want to spend. If you want to go Irish - Woodie's for example is 100% Irish owned store with a great range.
For the Style Icon:
If your dad fancies himself as a stylish gent then these Happy Socks from Brown Thomas might do the trick. Socks are a typical Dad present but these jazzy designs and fun colours are bound to put a smile on his face! The Happy Socks Father's Day Gift set is €25.
For the Foodie Father:
If your dad is sentimental, big into his food or is simply impossible to buy for then a night out together in your favourite restaurant could be the perfect solution. An amazing meal with a cool cocktail and a fancy dessert could be the gift for him that's a gift for you too! P.S. Keep an eye out for our upcoming Union Café competition - a snazzy meal for two €200 in the Dublin restaurant could be yours!
For the Gadget Fiend:
Virtual Reality Headsets are the undeniably the next big thing in the gadget world. They can range from the $599 Oculus Rift to the $15.00 Google Cardboard but we recommend the Stealth Virtual Reality Headset available on LittleWoods Ireland for €42. It's got the cool tech look without the heavy price tag as well as being a great starter kit for Dad!
For the Golf Lover:
If your dad's a golf-enthusiast then a round at the course that hosted the 2014 Irish Open might just be the dream gift. Cork's five-star Fota Island Resort is one of the most famous golf hotels in the country and they provide gift vouchers for rounds of golf, lunch, fittings and more, starting at €90.
For the Pampered Dad:
The Grooming Room on South William Street is the ultimate man cave of Dublin; a beautiful escape into relaxation right in the middle of the busy city. Your dad can sit back, relax and enjoy an old school hot towel shave for €35, an express manicure for €25 or even a Swedish back massage for €40! There are an array of services for varying prices. G'wan, treat himself.
For the Book Worm:
A book is a wondrous thing, it can transport a reader into a world of their own and for father's day you can treat you Dad to a sweet escape without him having to leave the house! Whether it's cooking with the Happy Pear, training like McGregor with John Kavanagh or battling it out with Paul O'Connell; nothing beats a good book.
For the Home Bird:
If your Dad likes nothing more than coming home to put his feet up on the couch, why not treat him to some cosy lounge wear? Fleece-y dressing gowns, comfy slippers and warm jumpers are always a treat to the Dad that likes to cosy up with a cuppa. There are as many to choose from in shops across the country as there are Dad's and at the moment Dunnes Stores has a great selection of men's nightwear.
For the Clean Eater:
The NutriBullet Superfood Nutrition Extractor is ideal for those who like to eat clean and it is currently on sale at Debenhams for €89.70. If you've got siblings, this might be the perfect time to get them in on the present which will ease the price and add to the fun! Pick up some some fresh fruit and veg and get experimenting with some recipes together!
For the Big Kid:
If you're Dad is a Big Kid at heart then he will love nothing more than a good laugh. Every class clown likes to be in the spotlight so why not treat yours to a 'Personalised Spoof Cover' that puts him front and centre. Gifts.ie has a great range that will transform your Dad into headline news of The Irish Gazette as Father of the Year or cover boy of Éire Sports Magazine as the Sports Person of the Year! Get it framed and make his day.
Seriously? How cool.
