Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Fashion & Style

The Manual may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site.

Papa with Pizzazz: Father’s Day Gifts for the Fashionable Dad

Beau Hayhoe
By

the manuals essential fathers day gift guide 2017
Your essential Father’s Day gifts are here — fear not. He’s the toughest guy you know — and the toughest guy to shop for. And if you think Dad could use a little style upgrade — or if he’s a practiced menswear fan in need of a few seasonal items — we’ve got picks for every essential category, from a slim chambray shirt to clean chinos and an everyday watch. Oh, and sharp dress shoes — we’ve got those, too. Yes, our list of essential Father’s Day gifts is sure to please this season — happy shopping.

Dockers Premium Slim-Fit Chambray Shirt $68

Dockers Premium Slim-Fit Chambray Shirt

Don’t get Pops any old shirt this time around — reach for a classically cool, easily wearable and effortlessly stylish chambray shirt. Every guy should have a chambray shirt in his wardrobe, and that includes Dad, too. This one from Dockers dials in the fit and fabric. It’s a work week and weekend upgrade, without a doubt — and that’s as good a reason as any as to why it belongs on our list of essential Father’s Day gifts

Related Videos

Dockers Alpha Stretch Khaki in Pembroke $68

Dockers Alpha Stretch Khaki in Pembroke

Most dads seem to be lacking when it comes to stylish trousers. The Dockers Alpha Stretch Khaki solves that problem quite nicely — these are a sharp pair of chinos made with stretch twill and that classic-yet-modern Dockers fit that dads – and regular guys — everywhere can benefit from.

Related

Timex Waterbury Chronograph $135

Timex Waterbury Chronograph

Want a watch that’s equal parts stunning, rugged and affordable? The Timex Waterbury Chronograph is your answer, complete with a sleek all-black colorway and a tremendous price.

Allen Edmonds Liverpool Suede Chelsea Dress Boots $445

Allen Edmonds Liverpool Suede Chelsea Dress Boots

It’s not every day that you get the chance to gift something as stunning and well-made as a pair of Allen Edmonds dress boots — particularly the remarkable, handsome Liverpool Chelsea Boots. These will pair perfectly with those sleek Dockers chinos and slim chambray shirt (and you might be tempted to pick up a pair for yourself, too).

Electric Leadbelly Sunglasses $200

Electric Leadbelly Sunglasses

Top off Dad’s look with shades that scream retro cool and modern style — all at once. The Leadbelly, particularly in a classic shade of tortoiseshell, calls to mind shades that Pops might’ve even worn “back in the day” — and in this case, that’s very cool indeed.

Editors' Recommendations

Topics
These are 12 of the Best Gifts for Women
man giving woman a gift.

Whether you’re buying a gift for your girlfriend, fiancé, wife, mom, sister, aunt, neighbor, or gal pal, it can be difficult to find just the right gift for the special woman in your life. Of course, every woman has her own tastes, interests, and personality, and on the whole, most guys agree that shopping for women they love is no easy task. Should you go with a tried-and-true classic like flowers or chocolate, or will she think that shows no thought or creativity? Will buying a fitness or self-care-related gift be taken as a subtle hint she needs to improve her health? If you buy the wrong size of clothing will she question her body size and feel bad?
These questions only scratch the surface of concerns many guys feel when buying gifts for women. Don’t worry; we’ve helped take the guesswork out of the otherwise stressful process of buying the best gifts for women. Below, we’ve put together a list of 11 great ideas for awesome gifts for women.

MYX II Plus Exercise Bike

Read more
Men’s apparel: The secrets to maintaining clothes for a long-lasting wardrobe
Men's apparel can last for decades if you invest in the right products and take care of them
how to take care of your clothes last longer trendy handsome man posing in autumn park alone

The world today is based on a "throwaway culture." That means we have become obsessed with one-time-use items like plastic water bottles, grocery bags, and paper towels. While this can make things feel cheaper and easier up front, it can be more expensive and cumbersome in the long run, not to mention hazardous to the environment. This is also true with your wardrobe. There are plenty of places you can get cheap clothing if you just need to wear it one time. In the long run, though, this is detrimental to you, your bank account, and the environment.

Learning how to care for your wardrobe to make it last longer is better for you, your wallet, and your sanity. Invest in quality items that are made to stand the test of time so that you won't have to shop for clothing every time a new event comes up like other men do. Once you have those quality items, here are the tips that will ensure they last for years, and maybe even a lifetime.
Day-to-day care for men's apparel

Read more
The 5 must-have men’s sweaters to keep you warm and stylish this fall
Building a sweater wardrobe shouldn't be overwhelming: Here are the 5 you should own
Man wearing James Bond cashmere wool sweater.

A man's wardrobe is built with the basic building blocks of timeless garments. Everything from the right denim to the right shoes will define a man's style and the image he projects to others. One of the pieces of a man's winter wardrobe that will define some of his most catching outfits is the sweater.

There are numerous kinds of sweaters for every occasion. Below is a list of the five different types of sweaters that every man should own to have a complete wardrobe. Keep in mind that your need for sweaters will depend on where you live. If you live the beach life, sweaters may not be a huge part of your everyday wardrobe, but for most of us, there are at least four months out of the year where these will come in handy.

Read more