Father's Day is just around the corner, and I couldn't be more excited. It's always fun to plan a special or fun activity for the man who raised you. The one thing that always trips me up, however, is the gift. So many gifts out there are beer mugs and grilling kits, but that's just not for my dad. Instead, I am on a mission to find a Father's Day gift for men who don't drink or grill.
You might have the kind of dad who watches every baseball game as soon as the season starts. Or your dad might constantly talk about how he needs to find a better way to relax after a long day at at the office. Perhaps Dad recently got bit by the travel bug or he's looking to increase his culinary skills.
Whatever the case, it's not always easy to shop for Dad, especially if he's a little picky. But Dad is special for a reason and you want to find just the thing that he'll love. Take a look at the 12 Father's Day gifts below and you're sure to find something perfect for your father who wants more out of the day than drink and grilling gifts.
1For The Stylish Dad
Mens Personalized Leather Wallet, $38, Etsy
Fashionable Dads will definitely dig this personalized leather wallet, which you can have stamped with his initials to show him you really care.
2For The Sports Dad
Baseball Stadium Blueprints, $185, Uncommon Goods
With the Cubs finally beating their 108 year curse, baseball love is at an all-time high. Get your dad this baseball stadium blueprint of his favorite stadium so that he can proudly admire it all year long.
3For The Music-Loving Dad
JBL Charge 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker, $120, Amazon
Waking up in the morning is made a little sweeter when you have some tunes. Get Dad the JBL's waterproof Bluetooth speaker and he'll be grooving whenever he's home.
4For The Grooming Dad
Braun Series 5 5090cc Premium Electric Shaver + Clean & Charge Station, $115, Amazon
Some Dads rock their beards proudly, but other dads stick to the clean shaven looks for their entire lives. If that's the dad in your life, get him this Braun electric shaver + clean & charge station and he'll be forever grateful.
5For The Dad Who Needs R&R
Oversized Cotton Rope Hammock, $99, Brookstone
If your dad needs to relax this Father's Day weekend, gift him an oversized cotton rope hammock. He can enjoy it all summer when he's not spending time with you.
6For The Coffee Addicted Dad
Nespresso Vertuo Coffee & Espresso Maker with Milk Frother, $186, Amazon
Available in black, grey, titan, red or silver, the Nespresso Vertuo coffee & espresso maker is an ideal gift for the dad who likes to brew a fancy cup, but sometimes can't make up his mind between regular coffee and espresso.
7For The Adventurous Dad
Sundome 3 Person Tent, $64, Amazon
Remember those nights when dad used to take you camping and point out all of your favorite constellations? Relive those days with the three person tent so that Dad can get some outdoor time.
8For The Game Playing Dad
Life Is Good Checkers Game, $18, Hallmark
If Game Night was the favorite part of your childhood, then you might need to invest in the Life Is Good checkers game and recreate those times with Dad this year.
9For The Foodie Dad
Chiquilin Paella Set, $20, World Market
If Dad's proudest time is when he cooks dinner for the entire family, unleash his creativity with this chiquilin paella set.
10For The Traveling Dad
Kenox Mens Large Vintage Canvas Backpack, $28, Amazon
The Kenox vintage canvas backpack is one stylish way to give in to Dad's travel bug. He'll be off traveling the world (and sending you postcards) in no time.
11For The Techie Dad
Tzumi - PocketJuice Portable Charger, $50, Best Buy
If your dad is constantly on his device (be that a smartphone or a tablet), he probably needs this Tzumi portable charger in his life ASAP.
