Gifts for dads who want nothing

Emma Ledger,-Contributing Editor

What to get the man who’s impossible to buy for? These are the Father’s Day presents he’ll actually want  

As Father’s Day fast approaches, the question ‘what should I gift my father?’ can play on repeat in your head. If you’re wondering what to buy a parent who has everything, or have a dad who claims he doesn’t want a gift (but secretly does), this edit has you covered. Full of inspiring gifts that’ll delight every hard-to-shop-for-dad, come Sunday 15 June he’ll be grinning from ear to ear. Read on…

Hotel Chocolat Father’s Day Sleekster, £29.95

Why he’ll love it: you can’t go wrong with food gifts, especially if you break out the good stuff.

Le Creuset Outdoor Cast Iron Pizza Pan, £199

Why he’ll love it: a sophisticated design, intended for use outdoors over an open flame, it will fuel his inner caveman.

Celtic & Co. Ribbed Fisherman Jumper, £129

Why he’ll love it: knitted in pure Merino wool, it’s both effortlessly stylish and cosy warm.

Murdock London Beard Oil, £21

Why he’ll love it: a nutritious blend of 100-per-cent natural oils, it’ll pamper his beard like never before.

Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Instant Camera, £174

Why he’ll love it: tech gifts like this offer a creative outlet to master, as well as a beautiful way to capture memories.

John Lewis Smash Stainless Steel Burger Press, £9.99

Why he’ll love it: if he considers himself king of the grill, this will make tending to the burgers even more satisfying. 

Sony Noise Cancelling Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, £399

Why he’ll love it: so much more than just headphones, these are life-enhancers he’ll never be without.

Ralph Lauren Pony Sports Cap, £69

Why he’ll love it: featuring the brand’s iconic motif, this cap gains instant cool points, plus it comes in a fancy gift box.

Gozney Tread Portable Gas Fuel Outdoor Pizza Oven, £499.99

Why he’ll love it: pizza aficionado? This bit of kit will help him take camping and beach trips to the next level.

TOM FORD Private Blend Oud Wood Eau de Parfum, £222

Why he’ll love it: featuring oud, sandalwood and amber, this smoky blend is the scent he’s been searching for.

LEGO Technic 42207 Ferrari SF-24 Car, £159.99

Why he’ll love it: made for adults, give him permission to play with this model kit’s true-to-life F1 features.

John Lewis Fisherman Bucket Hat, £28

Why he’ll love it: both practical and fashion-forward? Your dad has never looked more 2025.

Gentlemen's Hardware 6-in-1 Tooling Pen, £18

Why he’ll love it: it’s a ruler, spirit level, double screwdriver and touch-screen stylus. Put simply: his new fave gadget.

Manscaped Weed Whacker £44.99

Why he’ll love it: ear and nose hairs be gone! He’ll feel sleekly super-groomed thanks to this speedy trimmer.

Stackers Hanging Travel Wash Bag, £40

Why he’ll love it: it gives him the gift of being organised, removing some of the stress of holiday packing forever more.

Carhartt WIP Tarbell Cotton Regular Fit Check Shirt, £100

Why he’ll love it: a gift to help him nail off-duty style in one swoop – just team with denim and his shoes of choice.

Give the gift of choice

Still can’t decide what to get him? Give thoughtfully by ordering a gift card or a John Lewis e-gift card to be sent directly to your dad’s inbox, or selecting a Father’s Day hamper that can be delivered the next day.

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