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The 5 Best Gifts for Dad on Father’s Day

Moms get plenty of props with flowers, cards and candy on Mother’s Day; but all too often, dear old Dad is given little more than a crummy card on Father’s Day. So, why not up your game when Father’s Day rolls around – it’s June 19 this year – with a gift that shows how much you really appreciate him?

“There is a lot of emphasis on Mother’s Day, but fathers are just as important,” says Gina Boulougouris, a My Stylist representative at Macy’s in Paramus. “Thinking about what Dad is interested in is a great way to shop for him. Does he love technology? Sports? Does his job require travel? Think about what he enjoys doing in his day-to-day life. That’s the best way to find something he’ll love.”

Say sayonara to that endless supply of tacky ties you’ve bought dad from the clearance rack for every Father’s Day since the beginning of time; here, Boulougouris shares her top 5 recommendations for gifts for dad this Father’s Day.


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For the Exercise Enthusiast

Macy's Father's Day Gift GuideGift: Fitbit Wireless Activity Tracker
Price: $149
Description: “It’s slim and lightweight, and comes in an array of colors so Dad can look fashionable while staying focused on his workout goals. It monitors your heart rate, tracks your steps and tells you how many calories you’re burning. It also syncs with 150 smartphones, which is so cool.”


For the “No Time for Laces” Type

Macy's Father's Day Gift GuideGift: Johnston and Murphy Men’s Matthews Slip-Ons
Price: $145
Description: “When he’s ready to put his best foot forward, this is a great gift for Dad’s feet. Johnston and Murphy offers a luxurious class of shoes to help Dad step on board with style. They really make comfort a top priority. This is a slip-on with a moccasin toe, and it’s padded for extra comfort as well.”


For the “Comfort Above All Else” Type

Macy's Father's Day Gift GuideGift: Nautica Shorts Elastic Drawstring Short
Price: $55
Description: “This comes in five colors. What’s great is that it has no buttons, no zippers, no worries. It really is an effortless choice when you want to up your comfort factor. It has two sized pockets and it’s machine washable. And it comes in big and tall sizes as well.”


For the Lazy Boy

Macy's Father's Day Gift GuideGift: Club Room Pajama Pants
Price: $38
Description: “Our Club Room pajama pants, available exclusively at Macy’s, are perfect for a weekend full of nothing but rest and relaxation. These are the ideal choice for lounging. They say “Number One Dad.” There’s a drawstring waistband and they’re machine washable. There’s a print with beer bottles or, if dad is into golf, there’s a golf print as well. We have a “Number One Grandpa” choice as well.”


For the Guy Who Gets Crafty

Macy's Father's Day Gift GuideGift: Lenox Tuscany Craft Beer Collection
Price: $54
Description: “With barbecue season just around the corner, Dad can enjoy his craft beers with distinction. There’s a chilled glass, a pint glass; we have choices with an assortment of four styles. Three of them can be monogrammed as well, to give a personal touch.”

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