Great Gift Ideas For Fathers Day!

Great Gift Ideas For Fathers Day!

Not sure what to buy the special man in your life for Father’s Day? First of all, let’s clear up a few things. Even if the man in your life is not a dad, there is no reason why you should not treat him to something special.

As far as gift-giving goes, men are slightly hard done by. While there are many opportunities to give ladies gifts, such as Valentine’s and Date Gifts, I think ladies often forget to treat their men to presents. Don’t worry ladies, I am guilty of this as well.

Although my husband and I don’t have any children, I always treat him to something on Father’s Day.

The History Of Father’s Day

What is the history behind Father’s Day? The concept of Father’s Day varies slightly around the world.

The UK celebrates Father’s Day on the same date as the United States. As a matter of fact, the concept of Father’s Day came from the United States.

It may surprise you that unlike many other Holiday or Special Day celebrations, Father’s Day was not created by Hallmark to sell more cards.

Father’s Day was first celebrated in the United States in 1910. The source of inspiration behind Father’s Day was an American lady called Sonora Dodd. She thought it was unfair that women seemed to have a special day but men missed out. Consequently, she decided to create Father’s Day.

The first Father’s Day celebration took place in a YMCA hostel in a place called Spokane in the US State of Washington.

There you go - a bit of Father’s Day trivia for you. You never know when you will need it.

What Should You Buy The Man in Your Life?

This is the conundrum faced by many women and partners. When I worked on perfume cosmetics counters, a few days before Father’s Day, I was often asked by ladies what to buy their men on Father’s Day.

I know it is not always easy to know what to buy. Personally, I think it is always best to buy him a treat or two. Let’s face it, at other times of the year including Christmas or his birthday, you may want to buy him something more “substantial.”

To me. Father’s Day means treat time. This is when I take the opportunity to buy my husband something more indulgent such as a perfume gift set.

What To Remember When Shopping for Father’s Day

When I worked in retail, I always asked a few questions before I guided a client in the right direction.

If you are thinking about buying the man in your life a nice scented treat for Father’s Day, there are a few things to take into consideration.

Remember to consider his lifestyle. Is he the kind of man who rushes to the gym after work? Or does he rush straight home to you?

If you have a sporty man in your life, buying a gift box set is a great idea. This is also a good choice if your man travels a lot.

On occasion, men need encouragement to change their personal care routine. Perhaps he always wears the same cologne. You are bored with it and can’t even smell it any longer. You be surprised how many perfume shoppers have said that to me.

It is true. If you wear a particular perfume or cologne too frequently, the end result is often that you can’t smell it anymore. It is time for a new cologne or scent.

As we all know, it is not easy to get a man to change. A subtle way of getting him to try a new aftershave is to buy him one he has not tried before.

Don’t Forget About Convenience

Ladies - I know that you are with me on this one. Men like convenience. If everything is done for him, and he just has to step out of the shower and get ready, he is far more likely to follow a routine.

Almost every man I have met falls within this category even the Colonel of My Heart.

This is another reason you should opt for a box gift set. Everything he needs first thing in the morning comes in a set. Often, there are smaller sizes which you can slip into his gym kit or toiletries travel bag.

I have always bought my husband gift box sets for Father’s Day. And yes, I have found he makes the most of them.

What Are the Best Gift Box Set For Father’s Day?

This year, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to buying gift box sets for the man in your life. Also, I have to say I think gift box sets offer excellent value for money. You may even want to treat him to more than one.

Let’s find out more.

Mont Blanc Explore Eau de Parfum 3 Piece Gift Set

This is a great gift set for fathers of all ages. Maybe you even want this for your dad or suggest to your mom she your dad to this set.

Mont Blanc Explore is a fantastic scent. It is one of those fragrances that works well during the day as well as in the evening. The first notes are fresh. Let it linger for a few seconds, and you soon pick up on more masculine notes including warm spices and leather nuances.

This is a very masculine fragrance that works well for most men. This gift set comes complete with 100ml eau de perfume, a smaller size for travelling and a 75ml deodorant. I think that wearing a deodorant or shower gel boosts the scent experience of any cologne.

Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue EDP Gift Set

Okay, I have to admit that Montblanc Explorer is one of my favourite brands when it comes to gift box sets for men. If your man already like Montblanc or enjoys a more intense scent experience, you should opt for Explorer Ultra Blue. This is a very nice cologne and makes a great date night choice.

Also, if you are planning an escape to a warmer climate this summer, Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue is a great choice. When you go out in the evening, you often need an extra scent boost. That is precisely what you get from Explorer Ultra.

In this gift set, you will find a bottle of 100ml Ultra Blue, a mini EDP travel spray and a very generous 100ml shower gel. The addition of the shower gel is genius. It really helps to boost the longevity of this men’s premier eau de perfume.

Paco Rabanne 1 Million Gift Set

So many of my girlfriends ignore Paco Rabanne and don’t buy the brand. Why? Is it the silly adverts that put you off?

Forget those, this is an excellent premier brand and I love it. I think this is a nice scent. It is both sexy and masculine. Once again, he gets everything he needs in this gift set.

If you are not sure that buying a Paco Rabanne gift set is right for your man, there are alternatives.

Paco Rabanne is also the brand behind two leading men’s fragrances. I think Invictus Aftershave and the Phantom eau de toilette are perfect for the modern man. They have a broad range of notes offering both freshness and depth.

If your man already has a fragrance from this brand, encourage him to expand it with a Paco Rabanne 1 Million deodorant stick. I find that men love stick deodorants.

Azzaro Wanted Eau de Toilette

Azzaro is another great brand for men. Wanted by Azzaro was launched in 2016. If your man likes woody fragrances, this scent is an excellent choice. It has excellent longevity and smells great for a long time. Hubby is a big fan!

This gift box set comes with a 50ml eau de toilette and a deo stick for an extra boost. Great for putting on when coming out of the shower.

Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black EDP Gift Set

Don’t overlook Carolina Herrera. I have to say that Carolina Herrera makes excellent men’s shirts. Also, this Spanish brand offers nice perfumes and men’s fragrances.

What does VIP Black smell like? This fragrance is very masculine. It makes a spicy opening statement and keeps on giving. Black vanilla adds softness. The final notes are musky and intensely masculine.

This set consists of Black EDP 100ml, 10ml Travel Size Balck and a generous 100ml shower gel.

Hugo Boss Boss Bottled EDT Gift Set

You simply can’t go wrong with Hugo Boss. This is a fragrance loved by men over the world. Just in time for Father’s Day, Hugo Boss has brought out this gift set which can only be described as fantastic.

In the gift set, you get 200ml EDP, 150ml Deo spray and 100ml shower gel. See what I mean about buying gift sets? You really get everything you need. This goes for men’s gift sets as well as women's.

If you like to buy something else rather than a box gift set for Father’s Day, why not choose Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Oud Eau de Parfum 100ml Spray? Oud is one of the most expensive essential oils in perfume. The smell is divine and masculine.

Although it is the fragrance of Oud that makes this Bottled Oud special, you will also appreciate the fragrance for its warm and spicy notes. A great special buy for Father’s Day.

Givenchy Gentleman Gift Set

No man should be forced to live without Givenchy. When you are looking for a refined fragrance, this is an excellent choice.

Givenchy has long been appreciated for its sophisticated scent. Although Givenchy is an established brand, it is not a perfumer afraid of experimenting.

This is a refined and sophisticated scent perfect for work and date night. I have never met a man who has not liked this fragrance once they have tried it. If I had my way, it should be in every man’s bathroom cabinet - Givenchy Gentleman is a must-have.

The fragrance is fresh and crisp with gentle hidden masculine tones such as patchouli. Most men like patchouli - maybe this is why it is seen as such a great male scent. It is a true classic.

This gift box set contains 100ml eau de toilette in a spray format and 75ml all-over shampoo.

In the same range of Givenchy men’s fragrances, you will also find Gentlemen Only and Gentlemen Boisee. For the more mature man, we have Givenchy Pour Homme Eau de Toilette 100ml Spray. A lovely, refined scent packed with sophisticated tones.

Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio Pour Homme

Almost all men are familiar with Giorgio Armani's range of men’s fragrances. Did you know that this is the perfume brand most men are likely to buy for themselves?

The colognes offered by the brand are often seen as very masculine. It is true - Giorgio Armani offers excellent fragrances for men.

Once again, this is a great scent for when travelling or going on holiday. Sometimes, I even call it a beach perfume. It is refreshing with darker tones that come up as the fragrance warms up. Once applied, you can smell it for a long time.

This gift set includes a towel which looks great in the bathroom or when travelling.

I also have another suggestion for a gift set from this popular brand. Acque di Gio is another gift set you should consider. It is very generous and contains 100ml EDT Spray, 75ml Aftershave Balm & 75ml Shower Gel. Excellent for the gym or if you are travelling this summer.

Final Thoughts

A men’s fragrance is a great gift for any time of the year. You don’t need to have an excuse - just treat the man in your life to something nice. Make sure you stay in touch so you don’t miss out on the perfume news. The best way to stay in touch with me and the rest of the team is to sign up for the Perfume Price Newsletter.