Dads: they’re possibly the hardest person to buy for. Whether your dad is into the latest tech gadgets, or loves to chef it up in the kitchen, there’s an art to buying gifts that they’ll actually love. Keeping them in mind is the first step.

Buying them socks and a pack of beer may be the go-to, but we’re here to help you get a bit more inspired this year. To help pick the perfect gift which dad will actually like, and fits within your budget (however generous or tight that may be), we’ve rounded up favourite gifts for this year’s Father’s Day. 

For the technologically inclined

High Buyer: Rather than treating your dad to his favourite coffee in bed, why not treat him to an endless amount of his favourite brew at home. Buy a bag of his favourite roasted beans and a handy dandy Breville Coffee Machine from David Jones and voila! At home brews every day!

Within Budget: Perfect for working out, wearing to work or just listening to tunes, you can’t go wrong this Father’s Day with buying dad a shiny pair of Wireless Headphones. With either over the ear or bud styles from XCD from David Jones in a variety of colours at an affordable price, find a pair that dad won’t want to take off.

Money Savers: If you’re pinching pennies but still want to treat dad, opt for finding him a new durable phone case from the likes of Phone Phix. Make it as personal as you like by picking one in his favourite colour or print, or keeping it simple with a really sturdy design. 

 
For the fashion forward 

High Buyer: We all like to look and feel good, and our dads are no exception. Find your dad a cool, modern shirt or jacket design courtesy of a brand like Carhartt, or a Leather Weekender Bag from the likes of Country Road at David Jones to give him the wardrobe refresh he didn’t even know he needed.

Within Budget: If apparel is too risky, you can never go wrong with a pair of classic sneakers you know they’ll wear again and again. Much loved shoe brands like Converse, Nike and adidas from spots like Platypus are great for the cool dads, the sporty dads and the comfy dads.

Money Savers: Help dad relax and feel cosy at home with a comfortable new robe from Peter Alexander, perfect for layering over a new pair of PJs and paired with some warm, fluffy house boots. A gift so comfy you’re sure to make dad happy.

For the house handyman

High Buyer: Perfect for the do-it-all dad, investing in a new Weber BBQ from David Jones is the perfect gift just about any dad would love. He’ll be showing it off to his friends in no time.