Christmas is only a few days away, yet some are still baffled on what to give their nearest and dearest for the holiday season. Many agree that one of the hardest people to shop for is dad, and some resort to giving the usual tie instead of looking for a more unique present to suit his taste. Even worse, some insist on getting dad something completely impersonal, such as socks, as a Christmas present.
But there are plenty of other options when it comes to Christmas gifts for dad, if only one will spend a bit of time to find out what he likes. The best gift givers know that with a little creativity, research, and a bit of time spent observing dad’s likes and dislikes, finding the perfect gift for dad is a cinch year after year.
Here are some of the best holiday gift ideas for dad this Christmas.
For the dad who spends a lot of time traveling- Christmas might be a good time to upgrade his ratty old carry on. Cosmopolitan lists the carryon in black from Hartmann ($389.99) as the perfect gift for frequent flyers, as the nylon and leather bag has a wheel system designed to make movement easier for travelers. Strapped for cash? Get the Rockland 2-Piece Luggage Set for only $28.98 from Amazon.
For the dad who needs some new loungewear- Get him to ditch his old sweats for a luxurious cashmere and wool robe from Majestic International ($375), which Esquire lists as the ultimate in luxury. For a robe that delivers the same level of style without the sticker shock, get Noble Mount’s Soft Brushed Robe for Men for only $49.99 on Amazon.
For the dad who’s a kid at heart- Give him his own virtual reality headset from Samsung. The Gear VR Headset costs $60, and with it, dad can enjoy 360-degree videos, live performances, and the freshest experiences that virtual reality has to offer.
For the well-dressed dad- Get him a pair of classic gold Aviator sunglasses from Ray-Ban ($200). Feeling generous? Throw in a new leather jacket and let dad channel his inner James Dean with the Laverapelle Men’s Lamb Skin Real Leather Jacket ($129.99 from Amazon).
For the dad who loves music- Give him a Beats Pill Speaker ($299), which connects to a device via Bluetooth. For a more affordable speaker, there’s the DOSS Touch Wireless Bluetooth speaker for only $39.99.
For more affordable gift options, check out this list previously released by Jobs & Hire on the best Christmas gift ideas for under $10. Remember that it only takes a bit of effort to get dad a gift that will bring him happiness. Coupled with a few words of thanks for everything he has done, this year’s gift for dad will certainly be a hit, no matter how modest or extravagant it is.
