Father' s Day Gifts

On the 17th of June is Father's Day so be prepared to buy something for your  dad, or father in law or your children's dad. I've picked few ideas, even some daring ones because we know that fathers don't buy often something trendy, or maybe we would like to see him wearing something a bit different. My dad, in his eighties, loved my Gap gifts, always very bright.

Socks are the Father's day gift when you know that your dad is difficult to please or you have forgotten until the last minute. With the Penrose London socks you will give a real treat because the quality is excellent, the patterns are bright and cheerful, they reach mid calf and they are made of cotton and that bit of nylon for best stretching. www.shop.penrose-london.com

This canvas bag in khaki with contrast details is by RJR.John Rocha range at Debenhams. It is perfect for a week end away or for the gym. It is made of 100% cotton, it has a detachable shoulder strap as well as two grab handles and the inside is very spacious with an internal pouch and internal zip pocket. www.debenhams.com

Ties are another quite common idea for a Father's Day gift but these knitted silk ties by Simon Carter are very new for a young dad or a flashback from the past, so very well received because they were the hip ties in the 1980s. Available in nine colours from very muted to bright, they will be a great present. www.simoncarter.net

Belts are never enough and this gorgeous  Tango belt by Russell & Bromley in multicoloured snake print leather is going to be a treat for your dad. It is daring but at the same time it is that bright touch on a work outfit. Then if your dad will love it tell him that there are a pair of matching driver shoes. www.russellandbromley.co.uk

Holiday time is coming so this great  Aloha Hawaiian Shirt by White Stuff will be  the perfect  gift for a young dad and for a more mature one. A shirt like this is ageless and I can see  men of all ages and walk of life wearing it. It is made of 100% cotton and it goes up to size XXL. Also it goes in the washing machine.  www.whitestuff.com

It is a Special Edition this Padded Pak'r Bright Twine by Eastpak. It has a compartment to keep all the small stuff as well as a laptop compartment for a 13" laptop or tablet. Also the side opening makes it easy to reach for a gadget and the back is padded for better comfort. Eastpak has got a huge range of backpacks so the choice is amazing. www.easpak.com

Still with the holiday mood, Father's day comes at the right time for a gift that can be added to the suitcase. These Poole Suede Espadrilles are by Kurt Geiger London and they are perfect for travelling through security at the airport because they are flat and also they are slip on. Available in pink, grey, blue and navy they will be  a very well received gift. www.kurtgeiger.com

A wallet or card holder are always a nice gift because men carry their small accessories in their trousers back pockets and the result is that after a while they've got tattered wallets. During the summer this is most common given that lack of jackets and consequently lack of pockets.  Find these beautiful camo Global Wallets at Tumi where matching luggage and travel accessories are also available.  www.uk.tumi.com

Now many retailers are selling shirts where you need to wear cuff links and I've found at Tresor Paris this beautiful pair called Quantum Cubus in stainless steel gold plated either in rose gold, yellow gold or white gold.  I like the black enamel detail and the geometric shape, very modern and minimalist. www.tresorparis.co.uk

Update your dad's wardrobe with a choice of 100% cotton t shirts by Peacocks. This navy stripes one is just one of many available at a fantastic price. Choose among classic patterns or logo shirts or tropical inspired ones. www.peacocks.co.uk

Dad is a traveller maybe who spends most of his time in business trips? In this case why not upgrade his luggage with this great Ted Baker Brun available in Small, Medium and Large size ? The two tones pattern in navy/grey is very stylish and the suitcases has got many handy features like 4 wheels, plenty of pockets and a gorgeous Ted Baker patterned lining.  www.tedbaker.com