There’s a universal truth about dads — they’re both the easiest and hardest people to gift. Easy, because they’re usually very easy to please even when you get him a pair of socks for the tenth time in a row. Hard, well, because, the man who birthed you probably owns everything anyway. Also, because he’s probably using the same speakers from 2015, and he sucks at dropping hints and telling you what he actually wants.
But this year, skip the boring ties and “World’s Best Dad” mugs, and go for something that actually makes him pause mid-sermon on compound interest.
Whether he’s the cool-gin-and-tonic dad, the Sunday-chef dad, the airport-lounge dad, or the quietly-sentimental-one-who-still-wears-his-watch-from-college dad — I’ve done the hard work for you. From leather duffels to cult cookbooks, fitness tech, and limited-edition sneakers with Monopoly, here’s your cheat sheet to gifting him something really, really cool this season.
Nappa Dori Bolton Duffel Bag
Nappa Dori Bolton Duffel BagNappa Dori
If he loves to travel, then this is for him. Handcrafted in premium canvas and harness leather, Nappa Dori’s Bolton Duffel is a sturdy classic now. It comes with a dedicated shoe pocket, a water-resistant lining, and a studded base.
Price: ₹28,000
Ooni Koda 16 Gas Powered Pizza Oven
Ooni Koda 16 Gas Powered Pizza OvenPizza Pro
For the dad who loves Sunday brunches, this is his new playground. Ooni’s gas-powered outdoor pizza oven reaches a fiery 450°C in just 20 minutes, turning out perfect Neapolitan-style pies in 60 seconds flat. Designed in Scotland, worshipped everywhere, and now a cult favourite in India, this is a must-buy for all dads who love to cook.
Price: ₹60,000
Hario Olive Wood French Press
Hario Olive Wood French PressHario
Hario’s olive wood French press is a minimalist masterpiece — heat-resistant borosilicate glass, stainless steel plunger, and that rich, full-bodied brew that’ll make him say, “Now this… this is coffee.” It also looks beautiful.
Price: ₹7,370
Anthony Bourdain’s “Kitchen Confidential”
Anthony Bourdain’s “Kitchen Confidential”Amazon
Anthony Bourdain’s Kitchen Confidential remains the ultimate insider’s look into the wild underbelly of restaurant kitchens — unapologetic, hilarious, and deeply human. This deluxe, annotated edition is as raw and timeless as the man himself. This is for the dads who hate leaving their studies on Sundays because they’re too busy being curled up with a book.
Price: ₹1,246
Beats Powerbeats Fit
Beats Powerbeats FitBeats
The new Powerbeats Fit are lighter, smarter, and ridiculously comfortable, designed for long runs, gym sessions, or those “I’ll start tomorrow” walks. With ANC, spatial audio, and long battery life — it’s a fantastic gift for your dad.
Price: ₹24,900
Nick Jonas x Fossil Machine Malachite Watch
Nick Jonas x Fossil Machine Malachite WatchFossil
This Fossil x Nick Jonas collab pairs malachite, gold-tone stainless steel, and sculpted knurling for that quiet edge. It’s not flashy — it’s effortlessly cool.
Price: ₹24,495
Polo Ralph Lauren Men Club Parfum
Polo Ralph Lauren Men Club Parfum
This fragrance blends mandarin, apple, and cardamom with deep woody notes of vetiver and patchouli. The result? The equivalent of a linen shirt in Tuscany.
Price: ₹10,550
Vanaha Gin
Vanaha GinVanaha Gin
India’s first five-step distilled, forest-to-bottle craft gin, Vanaha captures the earthy calm of Indian forests in every sip. Distilled from 24 botanicals — from Deodar wood to wild berries — it’s the kind of drink your gin-loving dad will pour with reverence.
Price: ₹2,400
Breguet Type XX Chronograph 2075
Breguet
Originally designed for the French naval air army in the 1950s, Breguet’s Type XX is all aviation elegance — gold case, black leather strap, sapphire back, and enough heritage to make any watch collector weak. This is legacy material!
Price: ₹40,53,000 (Available at Art of Time)
Comet x Monopoly Sneakers
Comet
Comet’s collab with Monopoly takes streetwear nostalgia to new heights, turning India’s favourite streets into collectible sneakers. Funky, playful, and limited-edition — perfect for the funky dads.
Price: ₹5,299
Chivas Luxe Collective Amber Noire
Chivas Luxe
With notes of vanilla, caramel, tonka bean, and amber, Amber Noire feels like an old-world lounge bottled up. It’s moody, warm, and a little indulgent.
Price: ₹2,299
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old – The Original
Glenmorangie
This is a classic that never misses. Fruity, creamy, and endlessly smooth, Glenmorangie’s 10-Year-Old is the single malt that defined a generation of whisky drinkers. It’s a bottle he’ll admire, savour, and then guard like silver.
Price: Varies by retailer
Bioderma Cleanser & Moisturizer Duo
Bioderma Cleanser & Moisturizer Duo
If you’ve been trying to convince him to get into skincare, this is probably a good gift. This Bioderma duo keeps it simple — a brightening foaming cleanser and a niacinamide-rich moisturizer that’ll transform his routine.
Price: Check on Nykaa
TUMI Cigar Case
This cedarwood interior cigar case is a striking piece to display on your bar at home.
Price: INR 55,000
