Father’s Day Gift Guide
From socks and chocs to style guides and survival kits, Belle About Town offers inspiration for the most important man in your life this Father’s Day (Sunday June 17th).
1: Hugo Boss Trunk & Sock Set – If you’re going to buy socks for Dad, buy him good ones. This compact gift set sold by Mainline Menswear comprises one pair of cotton mix trunks in black with a red and black argyle design on the elasticated waistband and the signature HUGO BOSS logo on the left leg. The cotton mix socks feature an overall argyle design in red and black with the signature HUGO BOSS logo embroidered on each side of the ankle of each sock in red. Part of the brand new online collection and priced at £34.
2: Wild & Wolf’s Survival Kit in a Tin – This handy Gentlemen’s Hardware Survival Kit is an indispensable set for any Dad who likes outdoor adventures or camping. The kit comprises flint and steel for starting fires, a compass, 6 in 1 penknife, rope, saw wire, safety pins and tweezers. Presented in an arty and resilient gift tin, this kit will is the ideal gift for an enthusiastic explorer. £17.99 from Hurn & Hurn.
3: I Love Dad Lightbox – You’re the light of your Dad’s life, so why not sum up everything thing that makes him special on this stylish and quirky lightbox? With the capacity to personalise ten different reasons, this is a great gift that Dad can display so everyone knows exactly why he’s so special. Available in a variety of colour schemes, the lightbox is and can be personalised and dispatched within a day so there’s still time to order one ahead of Sunday! £34.99 from Find Me A Gift.
4: Elements Eight Republica Rum – We all know that rum is the new whisky (or something like that) so why not sweeten Dad with a bottle of artisan rum this year instead of the traditional malt-based tipple? British independent craft rum brand Elements Eight specialises in pure unadulterated, small batch, artisan rums made in the Windward Islands with a new expression recently introduced – Republica from Cuba and Panama. The Republica is a premium, 5-year-old aged blend of two single rums and aged for a minimum of five years in Bourbon casks. It has a naturally sweet character which attests to the harmonious balance of two single rums, from two historically important rum-making Caribbean republics. Buy from The Whisky Exchange for £30.45.
5: Joseph Turner silk pocket square – This eyecatching pocket square is made in England from 100% pure silk with hand-rolled edges. A luxurious treat for the stylish Dad who wants to add a bit of colour to his outfit. £33 from www.josephturner.co.uk.
6: Dobell Travel Shoe Care Kit£24.99 from Dobell.co.uk – For the travelling Dad that needs to look smart wherever he is in the world this travel show care kit is ideal. Not as exciting as a private jet, but useful if he ever gets on one and wants to impress the opposition when he lands! leaving a little left over to put towards that private jet…
7: Red Original Insulated Steel Bottle: For the stylish and eco-friendly father consider this super insulated marine grade stainless steel bottle, £25 at Red Original. Sleek and well designed, this keeps hot drinks hot for 12 hours and cold ones cold for 24. It can even hold the contents of a bottle of wine if Dad’s that way inclined…
8: Il Gusto Theatre of Taste – For the discerning spirit lover, whether you choose from a miniature gift set of the finest whiskies from around the world, or decide to create a stacked triple carre set of premium rums and brandies – Il Gusto has a fantastic array of gifts for the Father who appreciates the finest things in life. All the spirits are sourced directly from the producer ensuring the best taste and quality possible. Visit the dedicated il Gusto store in Selfridges to pick the perfect gift for the most important man in your life. Stored in barrels, glass vessels and jars, there’s a huge range of products available to be decanted into the bottle shape and size of your choice. Products can also be personalised, see www.ilgusto.uk.com for more details.
9: Parisian Field Guide to Men’s Style – This new book by legendary French model and designer Ines de la Fressange is a long-awaited sequel to the New York Times bestseller Parisian Chic. The former face and muse of Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld, Ines’s name is synonymous with that enigmatic notion of French style. When asked to define the secrets of stylish men for the book, Ines turned to Parisian friends in her entourage. Designers, directors, actors, artists, musicians and businessmen – men of all ages – are photographed in their own clothes for a style ‘lookbook’. They show off the best Parisian styles – casually French, classic vintage, seventies chic – and share style dilemmas, mantras and must-haves. As well as giving advice on colour, cut, fabrics and accessories, Ines demystifies the basics of looking good from grooming tips and the perfect wardrobe to the fashion faux pas to avoid. She also shares the most stylish Parisian addresses for great menswear and the best barbershops, spas, salons, bars, restaurants and hotels. Available on Amazon for £14.47.
10: Choctopia handmade chocolates – Matt Hancock’s inspiration for his business comes from his fascination with the art and science of food, which makes Choctopia a sweet-tooth’s dream. These beautiful handcrafted chocolates could be mistaken for marbles at first glance. Shiny, and each one carefully layered and individually airbrushed, these intricate morsels are as beautiful as they are delicious. And just in time for Russia 2018 Matt has created a special World Cup line. See the full range at www.choctopia.net.
Art of Football Tees – Art of Football create hand crafted designs try to emulate the energy, passion and euphoria that erupts from that one magical kick of a football. They only produce a limited number of each design, so your t-shirts & prints, like any good piece of art, are exclusive and completely original. T-Shirt prices start at £25 but they also offer prints, sweatshirts, kids clothes and more, as well as alternative sports including boxing and rugby. See the full range at www.art-of-football.com.
