What Kind Of Gift Does The Modern Man Appreciate?

Suppose you’re trying to give the man in your life a gift, whether it’s your first time showing your appreciation to him or you want to properly celebrate a more special occasion. In that case, it’s important to understand how gift-giving has evolved. The traditional method of updating his socks and wallet doesn’t show the level of care that a lot of men want, so what kind of gifts do they appreciate?

 

Experiential

More than ever, men are valuing experiences over material possessions. While a tangible gift is always appreciated, an unforgettable experience often holds more significant meaning. Instead of another item to add to his collection, consider gifting him an adventure, a learning opportunity, or a way to relax. A whiskey or craft beer tasting, tickets to see his favorite sports team, a driving experience in a luxury car, or even a weekend getaway can create memories that last far beyond any physical object. There are plenty of experiential gifts that create long-lasting memories, which is often the measure of a great gift.

 

Aspirational

Most men have an idea of the type of person they want to become, and choosing a gift that aligns with that vision can help show your confidence in him and his chosen path. This can be as simple as helping his personal style match the way he wants the world to see him, such as getting him gifts to up his grooming. High-quality accessories like men’s silver jewellery go further than style alone, as they’re also signifiers of class and sophistication. Getting him gifts that match his aspirational self not only helps him feel more confident but it shows that you see him as the man he wants to be.

 

Meaningful

There is a specific emotional weight that can come with the more personalised gifts on the market. These gifts show thoughtfulness, effort, and a personal connection that mass-produced items simply can’t replicate. A monogrammed leather journal, an engraved watch, or a framed map of a place that holds special significance can turn an ordinary item into something uniquely his. For the man who is more sentimental about his memories and connections, you can also consider fully unique items like custom artwork or a photo book of memories, as well.

 

Useful

Everyone loves a gift that makes their life a little easier. However, the specific type of usefulness matters a lot. Few people are going to get excited about their big gift being a toaster to replace their old one. Instead, you should consider something that he’s likely to use but less likely to get himself. A high-quality set of noise-canceling headphones, a beautifully designed personalized pen, or a premium coffee subscription can make everyday life more enjoyable while still feeling like a luxury. It tangibly improves his quality of life.

 

The specific types of gift your man will love largely depend on the man. However, the tips above can help ensure that you’re heading in a more thoughtful direction that keeps up with the way modern men view their lives.

Father’s Day Gift Guide from JCPenney: Menswear, Personal Care, Gadgets, and Cooking

Take a look at the Father’s Day Gift Guide from JCPenney!  Listed below are my favorite picks covering fashion, grooming, tech, and cooking.

The Foundry Big & Tall Supply Co. Big and Tall Mens Long Sleeve Plaid Button-Front Shirt, $24.99 MSX By Michael Strahan Mens Short Sleeve Polo Shirt, $17.99; MSX By Michael Strahan Mens Short Sleeve Button-Front Shirt, $19.99; MSX By Michael Strahan Mens Mid Rise Stretch Pull-On Short-Big and Tall, $50; St. John’s Bay Micro Fiber 10″ E-Board Swim Shorts, $19.99; The Foundry Big & Tall Supply Co. Board Shorts Big and Tall, $19.99; Samsung Galaxy Active 2 44mm Mens Multi-Function Black Smart Watch, $249.99; Casio Edifice Mens Silver Tone Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch, $144; Xersion® Wrap Sunglasses, $18.99; JF J.Ferrar® Aviator Sunglasses, $17.99

Tzumi ProBuds Sport Series Totally Wireless Earbuds with Portable Charging Case, $59.99; Tzumi SoundMates 5.0 Wireless Stereo Earbuds with Wireless Charging Case, $39.99; Tzumi Bluetooth Speaker Small Dock Series, $14.99; Yale Look Door Viewer – Wi-Fi Door Viewer, Video Doorbell, $179.99; Sharper Image Electronic Tabletop Hockey Game, $24.99; Sharper Image Fly + Drive Drone Car, $49.99

Cooks 4.3 Quart Stainless Steel Air Fryer, $89.99; Cuisinart ® Coffee Center™ 12 Cup Coffeemaker And Single-Serve Brewer, $229; Cooks 12″ x 12″ Non-stick Covered Electric Skillet, $49.99; Philips HD6371/94 Avance Collection Indoor Grill, $339.99; Large Paddle Branded with Measurements Cutting Board, $45; Engravable Stainless Steel Tankard Mug, $29.99

Father’s Day: Gift Dad the Cure to His Quarantine-Beard Woes

Whether his facial hair is familiar or newly sprouted, chances are Dad’s whiskers are looking worse for wear. Thankfully, just in time for Father’s Day, men’s grooming leader Wahl has the cure for quarantine-beard woes:
You can’t ‘mess up’ by gifting the Wahl Lithium Ion Vacuum Trimmer. It wrangles wayward whiskers from coating the sink or covering the counter. It crushes the competition with the highest air velocity in the industry, capturing virtually all hair trimmings. Clean up is also a breeze with a hair canister that can either be removed and emptied, or popped open and dumped. MSRP $79.99 (available on Amazon)
With a little help from Wahl’s Beard Care Bundle, Dad’s whiskers can become worship-worthy. It includes a Beard Wash, which unlike regular shampoos, won’t strip away the moisture needed for healthy whiskers and skin. Next up, the Beard Softener takes mere seconds to deep condition coarse whiskers from within. And Beard Oil is the finishing touch for a shiny and polished looking beard. Bundle MSRP $39.99 (available on Amazon)

Father’s Day Gift Box Sets: Beards, Gym Rat, and Coffee Lover

Do you have a dad in your life who needs a fun, one-of-a-kind gift that fits your budget? KELLER WORKS natural & organic bath, body and grooming products put together some thoughtful gift box sets that any dad would truly dig.

BEARD OIL SET; $40
This antiaging oil blend of grapeseed, jojoba, argan and rose hips oils are great for softening facial hair and moisturing skin. Apply by putting a little on your fingers and rubbing into the beard and skin.

PATCHOULI BEARD OIL: A mix of patchouli and lime gives this beard oil and refreshing earthy scent.

CEDAR WOOD BEARD OIL: This blend of cedarwood, tea tree, and lavender will leave you smelling like a lumberjack.

SANDALWOOD BEARD OIL: This sensual beard oil contains sandalwood and tangerine.

GYM RAT BOX; $27
Been crushing it at the gym lately? This set is for you! This box includes Keller Works chilling Cold Flash Roll-On Oil to keep you cool during a workout, high magnesium Muscle Soak Bath Salts, and our Chillax Magnesium Spray – recovery must-haves!

Cold Flash Roll-On Oil
Send a cool tingle of peppermint down your neck if you feel overheated, apply to temples for tension relief, or use to stay cool while working out.

Muscle Soak Bath Salts
Keller Works bath salts are a combination of high-magnesium epsom, dead sea salt, mineral salts, clays, and essential oils.

Chillax Magnesium Spray
Keller Works spray can be applied to your feet at night before bed, on your arms or trunk for a mid-day refresher, or directly on an aching muscle. These oils are 50/50 magnesium chloride and water, so be sure to dilute them for sensitive skin and babies. The skin may turn red and tingle upon application. This spray also contains a light blend of our Chillax essential oil blend.

COFFEE LOVERS BOX; $16
This box contains Keller Works Daily Grind Body Scrub, Vanilla Lip Balm, and Daily Grind Soap.

Daily Grind Body Scrub
Made with fresh roasted Carpe Diem coffee grounds for maximum caffeine, this caffeine-infused scrub is great for waking up your skin and fighting cellulite.

Vanilla Lip Balm
Keep your lips kissably soft with this balm made with beeswax, mango butter, coconut oil, shea butter, grapeseed oil, and vanilla extract.

Daily Grind Soap
This bar contains locally roasted Carpe Diem coffee. Caffeine can reduce the appearance of cellulite and coffee grounds exfoliate dead skin.

Keller Works soaps are handmade, organic, and cold-process. They have a thick, creamy lather and last 6-8 weeks. This bar contains organic coconut oil, organic and sustainable palm oil, organic refined sunflower oil, raw shea butter, rice bran oil, castor oil, Carpe Diem Coffee, coconut milk, and vanilla oil.

Mens Grooming Made Easy: Father’s Day Gift Ideas

I wanted to share some superb products/gift ideas that help men develop good grooming habits and an essential daily routine that is quick, simple and a far cry from Brylcreem and go!

CLEAN: Yon-Ka Men’s Foam Scrub polishes and purifies the skin to eliminate dead cells and minimize imperfections.

Natural jojoba bead grains work to exfoliate for a simple hack that brightens skin, tightens pores and banishes ingrown hairs.

$34.00 via. www.yonkausa.com

CALM: COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad makes breakout management is as easy as a simple swipe with COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad. Designed to gently dissolve dead skin and excess sebum without irritation, these gentle pads won’t dry out sensitive skin.

$20 via. Ulta.com

CORRECT: emerginC Deglazing Toner is a product that delivers. The powerful toner is imbued with Eucalyptus, a medicinal plant with strong antibacterial, antifungal and soothing properties that prevent aftershave irritation and keep skin clear of congestion and breakouts.  Bonus: The subtle aroma is irresistible on any man.

$30.00 via. emerginC.com

COMBAT: reVive Light Therapy – Wrinkle Reduction & Anti-Aging is a system that makes the skin look and feel more youthful. It works from the inside out to minimize fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, elasticity, skin dullness, and uneven skin tone. You will see unprecedented results after using it just minutes per day.

$99.00 via. www.reVivelighttherapy.com

Father’s Day Gifts For Your Dapper Dad

Just a friendly reminder—Father’s Day is coming up on June 17th. Celebrate your dapper dad with a thoughtful and useful kit from IOPE by AMOREPACIFIC and great products from KORRES.
Give your dad exactly what he needs, but not might go out and buy for himself.
IOPE MEN products are formulated to target men’s specific skincare needs. The IOPE Bio Essence Special Set features three of IOPE’s best-selling skincare products— in full and travel size. ($59; Available for in-store purchase at Aritaum.)
  • Bio-Essence Intensive Conditioning: This essence brightens, revitalizes and smooths skin. With daily use, it hydrates and strengthens fatigued dull skin. Additionally, this can be used as aftershave, toner or a serum.
  • Perfect Clean All-in-One Cleanser: The cleanser is an exfoliating formula that is gentle enough for daily use and contains natural exfoliants that thoroughly remove impurities such as dirt and excess oils. Formulated with moisturizing capsules it also replenishes skins moisture barrier.
  • Triple Lift Serum: An anti-aging formula with hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate skin and provide a more luminous complexion.
The KORRES assortment of Greek grooming essentials is formulated with clinically-proven ingredients that reflect the brand’s deep knowledge of authentic herbal remedies. KORRES identifies powerful natural ingredients and maximizes the effectiveness to address the skincare needs of men, from dads to grads. The ABSINTHE Men’s Shave Cream and MARIGOLD & GINSENG Aftershave Balm are must-have grooming items that are perfect for Father’s Day (and even the soon-to-be graduate).
  • ABSINTHE Men’s Shave Cream: This richly textured shave cream helps your razor glide smoothly over skin to ensure a deep and comfortable shave. Absinthe Shave Cream is a brushless, non-foaming preparation and, as it is formulated at a milder pH than lathering creams—preventing skin roughness. ($32.50; korresusa.com.)
  • MARIGOLD & GINSENG Aftershave Balm: The light textured and the nutrient-rich balm is made for after-shave care. Enriched with energizing ginseng and anti-inflammatory marigold, it reduces irritation commonly caused by shaving. Ginseng extract enables the delivery of nutrients—ensuring the healthy appearance of skin. ($16.50; korresusa.com.)

Queenstown Premium Outlets Celebrates Father’s Day

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Traveling visitors and local neighbors can celebrate Father’s Day in style at Queenstown Premium Outlets with a variety of entertainment and savings starting Thursday, June 16 through Sunday, June 19. All weekend long, shoppers will find Father’s Day-inspired deals on apparel and accessories – perfect for dad’s every occasion! Guests will even enjoy a live musical performance by One Man Band on Saturday, June 18 beginning at noon near BCBG.

To kick off dad’s dedicated weekend of rockin’ music and shopping must-haves, Queenstown Premium Outlets will also host Touch-A-Truck on Thursday, June 16 from 5 – 7 p.m. in the parking lot across from Aunt Annie’s. During this engine-inspired event, youngsters and dads alike can explore a variety of vehicles and learn about boats, tractors and more. Families will also enjoy balloon art and entertainment by Snippy Doodles!

WHAT: Queenstown Premium Outlets Father’s Day weekend and Touch-A-Truck

WHEN: Thursday, June 16 – Sunday, June 19

Touch-A-Truck: Thursday, June 16 from 5 – 7 p.m.;

Live entertainment by One Man Band: Saturday, June 18 from noon – 2 p.m.

WHERE: Queenstown Premium Outlets, 441 Outlet Center Drive, Queenstown, Maryland 216558

HOW: This event is FREE. Shoppers can visit premiumoutlets.com/queenstown for more information.

 

Amazon Prime Now – One Hour Delivery Service

Prime Now, Amazon’s one-hour delivery service, now features a “Father’s Day Gifts” section full of items that dad would LOVE to get his hands on this year. Customers in Baltimore can order through the Prime Now mobile app and have gifts delivered to their door in an hour, including:

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Prime Now also offers tens of thousands of daily essentials and is currently available in Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Dallas, Miami and New York.

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