Lulu and Latte’s Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide 2014

Here we are again! Father’s day is around the corner….have you thought about gifts? Are you too busy with the end of the year craziness to worry about Father’s Day at this moment? Well, it will be here before you know it so I figured maybe I could help you with a gift decision!

No man is the same but normally there is the “fitness guy or the techie guy or the outdoorsy guy”, etc. So I put together a list of gift ideas that should suit your guy.

DYI DAD

I love this Wilde screwdriver set. It is probably the most classy tool set I have yet to see! This 7-piece set features Wilde’s complete wood-handled driver selection – #1 and #2 Phillips and a range of slotted drivers. $60 (Wilde Screwdrivers)

 

Best drill on the market? Word is the Dewalt 18 volt Drill! available on Amazon!

THE GRILL MASTER

Do you grill veggies on the grill?I Always seem to burn one side or fall through the grill? I found these Sur La Table Mesh Nonstick 3-in-1 Grill Pan that is the answer to all of your grill issues. Even though it is a present for you , he will come out looking like a grilling star with these amazing mesh basket pans!  Amazonor Sur La Table.

 

Bamboo Cutting Board! $29.95 on Etsy

The Ultimate hand-made work of art! This grill is for chefs who taking grilling to the next level! An Argentine-Style Grill! Its cooking-surface cradle carries interchangeable grills grates cut specifically for meat, fish or vegetables. The cradle also houses a rotisserie. And a Deep Hopper funnel under the burner moves away ash and creates a chimney effect for better heat flow. Combined, these features turn the Argentinian/Santa Maria grilling on its head. Argentinian- or Santa Maria-style grilling is a traditional and pure way to cook outdoors. It regulates temperatures by raising or lowering a cooking surface over the flames of wood or charcoal fire. $17,945. More info here.

FITNESS BUFF

The hardest part of weight loss is diet. The key is prepare, prepare, prepare! I found the perfect bag for your husband to take to travel with or take to work! I actually want one for myself!  It is $59.95 on at Fitmark.com

I love my Garmin Running watch but the new TomTom may be the ideal fitness watch if your man is an avid runner, biker or swimmer! It does EVERYTHING! Starts at $200 at Tomtom.com

Of course you can go all out and get the gift I would like to get Greg (but secretly for myself!) $1995 at Pelotoncycle.com

THE TECHIE

This is a category that I could go on and on about. There are 4 million techie products on the market. I scoured, I looked… these are my top 3:

The unannounced iPhone 6. Guess that doesn’t count.

Go Pro 3 Camera! The must-have for any outdoor enthusiast! It is the ONLY camcorder to own. Light, compact and waterproof. There is nothing better out there! I promise.  Available at Amazonor Go Pro.

I asked my brother-in-law, who writes a “techie-blog” how he likes the Pebble Watch. His response, “my favorite accessory.” The Pebble Smartwatch connects to your iPhone or Android device via Bluetooth so you get the information you need exactly when you need it.   Sends texts like this:

This is the wave of the future and the pebble is getting all the attention! available at Amazon.com(only 9 left!)

My iPhone 5 keeps a charge for about an hour and then it dies. It is the most frustrating thing ever. I know I am not the only one. Greg complains about it, his friends complain about it. Well, Mophie created a sleek, powerstation perfect for when there are no outlets around! $129.95 at Mophie.com

THE CHEF

My husband is a much better cook than me. When it comes to pasta I try to stay away even though I LOVE it. This is the perfect little tool to help him measure the perfect amount of  pasta! $80 on Fancy. (I love the 3 size mouth’s!)

I find it very difficult to follow a recipe online from your iPad or iPad mini. Williams Sonoma developed this amazing Smart Tool Set. The  complete three-piece set includes the Bluetooth^® Speaker, Kitchen Stand and Screen Shield to expand the versatility of your iPad^® in the kitchen— or anywhere in your home. $199.95 at Williams Sonoma.

 THE DRINKER,THE SMOKER, THE MIDNIGHT TOKER

Whenever Greg and I are out drinking, I always notice he orders a cocktail if it is offered in a copper mule. I have been meaning to buy these for ages! These hand-hammered 20 ounce mules are beautiful for the ultimate summer concoction! Amazon.com

Something sexy about the perfect spherical ice cube in a scotch glass.  Not sure why or maybe I just like guys who drink scotch. For the sophisticated man who wants the perfect cubes in his drink.  Amazon.com

Drinker and a Smoker on the go? maybe Poker night?  2 in 1 cigar flask is the answer! The Cigar Flask can be engraved for personalization, and it arrives gift-boxed, making it the perfect father’s day gift. $32 on Fancy.com.

Midnight toker? I am not suggesting anything but if your man is a fan…..

Instead of using traditional pipes, bongs, bubblers, hookahs, one-hitters, and other smoking implements, health-conscious pot aficionados today “vape” or use a vaporizer – a gadget that heats marijuana to release its active ingredients without creating smoke. Among the flood of new vaping devices, The Firefly is a standout. It’s a slick portable unit that is as pleasing to look at as it is to use. The Firefly is unique among portable vaporizers in that it uses a convection system to heat your bud instead of conduction. (In lay terms, conduction systems heat by direct contact, but tend to do so unevenly; convection systems circulate hot air instead and are more efficient.) In part, this explains the Firefly’s high $270 price tag, but also the superior experience: This method means you’ll no longer waste precious and pricey chronic weed. $270 on Firefly.com

And for the E cig enthusiast, Ploom is the way to go! A handheld device for warming their proprietary tobacco pods just enough to release their flavor in the form of a delicious, satisfying vapor. You can ploom four to five flavorful pods on each charge. $39.95 available at Ploom.com

THE SOPHISTICATED TYPE

My kind of type. If I could dress him or shop for him, these are things I would choose:

Cufflinks. So many to choose from. I am a big fan of Paul Smith’s. But I came across these elegant mother of pearl links at such a great price point, I thought I would share. $85 at Blue Nile.com

Have you heard of Warby Parker yet? Amazing company, brilliant concept. Are you tired of looking at the same glasses your man has been wearing for 10 years. Does he need an upgrade? I have the solution. He picks out 5 frames he would like to try on. He has 5 days to try them on and pick out what he loves most. If he doesn’t like any of them, he can pack them up in the box provided and return them FREE! The best part the glasses are SO REASONABLE!!! You can choose from prescription to sunglasses. They start at $95 at WarbyParker.com

 You can also give the gift that keeps on giving! So many “box” options nowadays, I believe this may be the winner! Every month Bespoke develops a theme and tracks down the stand-out products from around the world or they custom-design their own. Everything gets put to the test with hands-on trials until they’re sure they’ve got the best of the best. They call on the pros — mixologists, designers, and more — to make sure he gets the best out of the box. On the 1st of each month, they send out an e-mail announcing his latest box. If he likes it, they automatically ship it, if not you can SKIP it by the 5th of the month at no cost. The box featured below was geared towards the man who loves to wash his treasured car. 

This box was called Refresh. An entire kit dedicated to refreshing his grooming routine! Boxes start at $45 on Bespoke Post.com

I love leather flip flops on a guy. Yeah, what can I say. It is one of the things I think every guy should have in their closet. My favorite this season are at Sak’s! Jeans and dressier flip flops on a Saturday night. Win! $138 at Saks.com

Like Father, Like Son. Perfect bonding time in the morning with the little one! A gift for both dad and son! $30 at Harry’s.com. You also have the option to engrave Dad’s razor for a special added touch!

What good is a razor with out the most safe, incredible shaving cream. Greg likes it so much I had to order 3 bottles so we don’t run out! $16 at Beautycounter

THE SENTIMENTAL FATHER

On Father’s Day, I personally think there is nothing nicer than giving a warm, heart-felt gift. Out of the Box gifts has created some great Father’s Day gifts I think he would love!   The All About my Dad Interview Shadowbox.   This gift is perfect for a family with young children who want to share all they know and love about Dad. $45 at Out of the Box Gifts.

 

The other gift I love is the photo clock! This is a great present for a father or grandfather! $50 at Out of the Box.

Just because I always like to spice things up and your husband  may throw you an extra bone for mentioning it,  Here is a a little, guilty pleasure treat for him. There are lots of fun, people to follow on Instagram but I know he will love her!

Jen Selter – known for her amazing tush. Every picture she posts on Instagram is a picture of her in workout clothes showing off her body. Don’t tell him I told you!

 

Hope I helped!! Please like or share to anyone who may be in need!

Enjoy Father’s Day!

xx