21 Things on Sale That Would Actually Make Nice Father’s Day Gifts
Father’s Day, on Sunday, June 15, is just under two weeks away, which makes now the perfect time for gift shopping. Below, I’ve found a few dozen tasteful and thoughtful gifts that only look as if you spent a lot (and that aren’t just whiskey stones and ties). Scroll on to see the goods I spotted, nearly all of which are under $100. And if you want even more ideas, check out all our Father’s Day gift guides here.
Updated June 6, 2025
Most of the picks are still available and on sale. And FYI: The AirPods Pro got $30 cheaper.
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Gifting a simple T-shirt can feel quite luxurious when it’s from a high-quality brand like Pendleton.
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A simple but stylish Lululemon hoodie for a very good price.
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Can’t go wrong with a set of poplin pajamas.
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A practical gift that will definitely be appreciated.
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A calf-height pair is on sale too.
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My dad’s been wearing these shearling-lined slippers for as long as I can remember. His current pair is wearing thin, so I’ll be gifting him a new one this year.
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Some actually nice-looking (and waterproof) golf shoes for the dad who likes to hit the green.
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For the Dead Head dads.
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Weleda’s tried-and-true moisturizer works for any skin type — and smells very nice — if you’re trying to get your dad to start a skin-care routine.
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If he has sensitive skin, we recommend this unscented hypoallergenic shaving cream, which can be used with or without a brush. “It gives a great lather,” one barber informed us.
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This little gadget takes all the hassle out of watching movies on a plane: Just plug it in and connect it to any Bluetooth headphones to enjoy in-flight entertainment.
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Apple AirPods Pro 2
Some Bluetooth-enabled AirPods to go with the above if you’re feeling generous — or if you’re truly stumped.
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I was first introduced to the world of noise-canceling headphones by my dad, so it’s only fitting that I add this Strategist-approved (and $100 off) pair from Bose here.
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Fitbit’s Charge 6 is our top recommendation for a fitness tracker. It is simple and unobtrusive, tracks a ton of activities, and doesn’t need the user to be tech-savvy to operate it.
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Sonos Roam 2
Comedian Chris Redd recommends this stylish portable speaker from Sonos. “It’s just the cleanest speaker to me,” he says. “It’s durable as hell. I feel like you could shoot it and it’d be all right.”
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I love these cups, which I like to use to tote my iced coffee on walks.
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Stanley’s insulated and dishwasher-safe travel tumbler is also a good choice. It’ll fit into the cup holder of a car, a treadmill, or an exercise bike.
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If he always starts his day with a smoothie, our best less expensive personal blender is now $37.
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For the dad who travels for work, AeroPress Go brews espresso-style coffee from anywhere.
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