With the festive season fast approaching, you’ve probably (!) sorted many of your gift purchases already. However, Dads are notoriously difficult to buy for. Whether treating your own father or looking to help the kids spoil your partner, the socks and mugs look very tempting.

In truth, they are practical presents that will get used. Still, they aren’t the most creative or exciting gift ideas. Here are five superior solutions to make it a memorable day for the big guy.

Experience Days

While the luxuries above will be appreciated, men will buy most of the items that they need throughout the year. Likewise, the majority are not materialistic, which is why you should focus on experiences instead. This could mean planning a family trip to a city’s top attractions in the new year. Alternatively, you may opt for a track day experience of another solution that is all about him. Either way, the chance to create magical memories will be appreciated. Not least because he’ll have something to look forward to.

Shed Accessories

Whether it’s a storage facility or a man cave, the shed is a man’s peaceful place. Therefore, any gift that enhances this space and the activities he enjoys there will go down well. Garage or shed accessories like flooring and temperature control systems are ideal choices. It creates a more comfortable, functional, and inviting setting. It also lays the foundation to make other design features, from entertainment setups to wall decor, shine. The fact that you are supporting his need for hobbies or a place to decompress is another major benefit.

Home Tech

As with shed accessories, home tech features can be very exciting for a man. Dads love cool gadgets while adding convenience to their daily life is a wise move too. Whether it’s voice-activated lights, a robotic vacuum, or a home cinema screen will depend on the person. Whichever type of product you opt for, you may also want to consider themed items. This could mean choosing a design based on his football team or favourite film. Even sticking to his favourite electronics manufacturer shows you’ve thought about the purchase.

Toiletries

At a glance, toiletries won’t sound too exciting. In reality, though, they can make a great gift to your partner from the kids or your own father. Picking up a bottle of his favourite aftershave is always an easy win. However, you could also consider luxury soaps designed for men. It could level up his daily grooming routine, making him feel fresher while also smelling better. Of course, this will restore his confidence, which is truly one of the best gifts you can give him. Variety packs are a good option to help him find his new favourite product too.

Photo Gifts

It’s often easy to assume that men aren’t sentimental. While they don’t always like to show it publicly, they are. Not least when it comes to family and the relationships with their children. Having a favoruite photo turned into a canvas or other photo gift is ideal. It could brighten up his man cave, the living room, or his home office. Even smaller gifts that he can carry in his possession make a great gift. If you think about that episode of The Simpsons where Homer keeps photos of Maggie at work, you’ll see why this is a great gift.

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