Shopping for dad is always a little tricky. It’s not that he doesn’t appreciate whatever you give, it’s that you just want to see him use what you get him…especially now that your gift-giving abilities are a little more sophisticated than finger painting.
A Cool Tie
A tie is a classic, a useful, stylish, always appreciated classic.
Bonus points if you pair it with: Star Wars Stormtrooper cufflinks
Both available at Marks and Spencer, Rockwell.
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Penhaligon’s Juniper Spring
Inspired by gin, this fragrance is the tonic you need to combat our hot, sticky weather.
Bonus points if you pair it with: Ardberg Single malt scotch whiskey
Both available at Rustan's Makati.
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Phytologist 15
Dad will thank you for saving his hair!
Bonus points if you pair it with: Lush Modfather bubble bar and Superdad bath bomb
Phytologist 15 available at Rustan's Makati; Lush available at Shangri-La Mall.
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Pacsafe Intasafe Backpack
It’s a sleek travel backpack with Pacsafe’s signature anti-theft eXomesh slashguards and RFIDsafe blocking pocket.
Bonus points if you pair it with: Uniqlo Supima cotton V-neck T-shirts
Pacsafe available at Urbanize, Shangri-La Mall; Supima shirt available at Uniqlo.
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Motorino 3 Vinyl Player
This travel-friendly player also comes with a lot of great features such as Bluetooth connectivity!
Bonus points if you pair it with: The Beatles vinyl boxset
Both available at Satchmi, SM Megamall.
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The you don’t need bonus points, you got the ultimate dad gift:
Viking Wine Cellar
This gift will definitely ensure that dad knows you’re grateful for everything he’s done for you and that you’re old enough to stop trying to sneak a bottle out from his collection.
Available at Viking, Westgate Commercial Center, Filinvest, Alabang
