10 Gift Ideas for Dads Who Don’t Know What They Want
Words by Tony Wilkes
‘Why Are Men So Difficult to Buy Gifts For?’ That’s the title of an article published a few years ago in Psychology Today, and it rings true as ever. Men, it says, are more likely to buy what they want for themselves and are less comfortable accepting gifts – or simply don’t know what they want. So to steer you through the impossible this Father’s Day, we’ve compiled a list of top-tier gifts for him, whether he’s partial to fine watches, whisky or football.
For the Unique Dad: Tudor Black Bay Harrods Exclusive Stainless Steel Automatic Watch
Created exclusively for Harrods, this special edition Black Bay marks a one-of-a-kind collaboration between Tudor and Harrods. Inspired by the Heritage Black Bay range, modelled on Submariner watches from the 1950s and 1960s, this 41mm model also pays tribute to our Knightsbridge store: notice the Harrods Green bezel and ‘H’ logo engraved on the case back. A truly special piece for a truly special dad.
For the Refined Dad: Baccarat Harmonie Tumblers
Founded in France in 1764, Baccarat distils more than 250 years of expertise into its crystal glassware. In fact, each of its craftspeople is rigorously trained for 15 years. Part of the Harmonie collection, this set of two crystal tumblers is ideal for cocktail enthusiasts and lovers of fine whisky. He’ll be sure to appreciate their beautiful linear design, emphasised by clean, parallel cuts – these tumblers are guaranteed to improve any home bar or drinks cart.
For his Summer Holiday: Loewe Wild Coffee Eau de Parfum
One of our top 10 fragrances for men, Loewe’s Harrods-exclusive Wild Coffee eau de parfum is a bold, expressive fragrance that evokes a spirit of exploration and adventure. It opens with a bright flash of tropical fruits before unfolding into smooth roasted coffee and smoky patchouli. Effortlessly captivating, it leaves a balmy, golden trail, making it perfectly suited to holidays and hot summer days. If you’d like to treat him to holiday clothes, be sure to read our latest guide to the best men’s resortwear at Harrods.
For the Dapper Dad: Cartier Double C de Cartier Cufflinks
“The quiet sartorial details are essential,” Gianluca Isaia says in our guide to world-class suits. That may be the case for construction, but also the smaller accessories – like cufflinks. Made with the highest commitment to craftsmanship, Cartier’s pair are cast from sterling silver and subtly adorned with the brand's elegant Double C motif. They just simply clip on to the cuffs of his shirt – the best of which you can find in our edit of the best men's shirtmakers.
For the Football Fan: Rhude Black Football Crest T-Shirt
Does time with your dad tend to involve watching football? In the lead-up to the FIFA World Cup, Rhude and Amiri have created a new capsule exclusively for Harrods. This Rhude T-shirt takes inspiration from classic football jerseys, right down to the sporty stripes and logo crest on the chest. If you’re buying for a sporty dad, check our summer sporting edits for tennis and motorsport too.
For the Music-Lover: Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 Headphones
Headphones so comfortable, it’s like you’re not wearing them at all. Bang & Olufsen’s Beoplay H95 headphones have five levels of powerful noise cancellation, designed to adapt to your surrounding environment. Their custom titanium drivers, fitted under detachable magnetic earcups, also deliver outstanding fidelity, allowing dad to pick up on details of his music he’s simply never heard before. All that comes packaged in a sleek and timeless design made to last generations.
For His Summer Events: Dunhill Linen Shirt
Founded in 1893, Dunhill is a byword for British sophistication. Designed for the summer social season, this classic shirt is cut from light and breathable linen sourced from a specialised Italian mill. Like the finest men’s tailoring, it’s all about the details: a vertical seamed yoke for ease of movement, a navy bottom buttonhole, double-pleated cuffs, a traditional English placket, smart pointed collar and branded mother-of-pearl buttons throughout.
For the Craft Lover: Elliot Rhodes Leather Belafonte Belt
“I believed that we could change existing preconceptions of a product traditionally considered dull and unsexy,” says Elliot Rhodes' founder Justin Rhodes, “and thankfully, we seem to be winning the battle.” The product in question? The humble belt. Based in London’s Covent Garden, the brand designs all of its products in the UK, while each piece is exclusively made in Italy and Spain by skilled craftspeople using traditional techniques.
For the Meat Lover: The Grill
Want to treat your dad to a steak? Every cut served at The Grill comes straight from our in-house butcher, handpicked from the very finest producers and cooked to order on the charcoal grill in our Harrods Dining Hall. Highlights include our native-bred beef – dry-aged for no fewer than 32 days in a Himalayan-salt chamber to draw on the very best of its flavour – as well as Japanese Kobe fillet, USDA Creekstone ribeye and Australian Wagyu sirloin.
For his Drinks Cabinet: The Macallan
On Friday 19th June, The Macallan opens its new boutique on the Lower Ground Floor: home to the biggest range of the brand’s whiskies outside of The Macallan Estate in Scotland. Part of its limited edition Distil Your World series, this Distil Your World Paris single malt is made in collaboration with the Roca brothers: the chefs behind the three-Michelin-starred El Celler de Can Roca, twice named the best restaurant in the world.









