Father’s Day is fast approaching. Let West London Mum help you decide which cool gifts to get your hubby or your own father. Most are available online, in case you can’t make it to the shops.
1. BBQ Set
There is something about the BBQ and men. Primal instinct? Fire? With BBQ season starting, now is the time to update to this gorgeous set. This one from MenKind is £29.99.
2. Socks
An old stand buy, everyone needs them. Instead of the utilitarian black standard, go for a little pazazz and pick up some cool socks for Dad. From £12.
3. Books
There are tons of books geared towards fatherhood. This one stood out, Handy Dad. Cool things Dad can build for the family. Only £10.89 on Amazon.
4. The Man Bag
I think Joey from Friends was onto something with the Man Bag. Simple, stylish and manly. Who wouldn’t want one? Real leather and only £32.00 from Firetrap.
5. Design a Tie
Consider it a right of passage, a time honoured tradition of the hideous tie for Dad, which they wear with pride – gotta love Dads! Let your budding artist design their very own tie, who knows, you could have a future designer on your hands! Only £9.99.
6. England Beer Bottle Cooler
Nothing says “I love you” like buying Dad a beer bottle cooler. It shows your concern for his beverage of choice and also your support England during the world cup. It’s the ultimate gift – football and beer. Now that’s love. Only £2.99
7. Cooking Class
Update his recipe repertoire or sharpen his knife skills. Cooking classes are fun and best of all, he gets to eat what he makes. There are alot of different classes and cuisines to tackle. Start with the basics at Leith’s School of Food and Wine.
8. Dads App
Leave it to Apple to come up with an App guide to being a Dad – called the Dads App this nifty little app provides insight from changing a nappy to putting the kids to bed…
9. Man Spas
I’m seeing more and more of these all over the area. Who doesn’t like a little bit of pampering? Send Dad to a male spa to have a traditional shave maybe even a facial…