18 Father's Day Gifts & Not A Tie On The List

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There is absolutely nothing wrong with a good tie. In fact, "Mr. Shop This" would never turn down a handsome Hermes or attractive Armani tie. I just think that the guy in your life, deserves a little more thought than a tie. This gift guide features something for every type of Dad, like all natural beard oil for hairy guys, charcuterie for foodie fathers and more. Father's Day is less than 2 weeks away. Scroll down and get shopping!

18 Fab Finds For Fathers

Fuego Box
Some like it hot. Does your guy? If so, this tongue tingler crate of hot sauces is for him. Don't worry, he won't catch on fire, at least not at first.  Find one mild, one medium, two hots, and one extra hot sauce, so he can work his way up. And to be clear, the focus here is on flavor, not fire. Sold only at
Food52

Perfect For: Wing Men, Leg Men, Foodies

Floating Bluetooth Speaker

This little gravity defying orb rotates above its' base offers 360 degree superior sound. 

Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: Guys With A Play List, Men Who Love  a Conference Call.

Calistoga Rolling Beer Cooler
A cooler he can call his own. What's better than a customized craft beer?
Mark & Graham

Perfect For: Beer Lovers, Football Fans, Season Ticket Holders, Campers

Beard Oil Box
The Bearded Man Company states “All our products are crafted with clean, natural ingredients, free of questionable chemicals often used in the industry.” And that is so important for anyone's complexion. A fantastic way to sample all 24 scents. Each vial is good for about 6-8 uses.  With scents like, A Walk In The Woods, Sicilian Lemon, Spanish Orange and more, this is a gift that 
passes the smell test!
AHAlife 

Perfect For: Hairy Guys, Manscaped Men

Ted Baker Golf
Ted offers some of the most fashion forward finds for golfers. You'll discover fun socks, and the best shirts I have found anywhere. They are made of 100% cotton that stretches for the best performance. I think you will find a color and pattern that matches Dad's personality. Shown above: The Antipar Geo Print.
Ted Baker

Perfect For: Stylish Guys, Duffers & Golfers Alike

Stow First Class Tech Case
Upgrade his tech game with this luxe leather case. He'll be organized with style. The tech case combines a hand-crafted leather wallet, sleek and powerful powerbank with multi-cable, universal travel adaptor for use in 150+ countries and a 32GB memory stick.  And of course room for his documents and devices.
AHAlife

Perfect For: Frequent Flyers, Road Warriors, Techies

Copper River Knife
This hand-forged knife features a beveled blade, an easy-grip handle, and a handy steel stand. It's not flashy, but Alexandra Paliwoda's hand-forged knife is inspired by the form of an ulu, a traditional Inuit tool. Very cool.
Uncommongoods

Perfect For: Chef Boy R Dads, Old School Dads, Men Who Know Their Way Around A Kitchen

Father's Day Cocktail Bundle
This S'well bottle may or may not have water in it.  "Watever" is inside will stay cold for up to 24 Hours and hot for 12. The ice cube tray makes ice that fits inside the bottle. And those little Teddy Bears? They are flavored with bourbon. Fun!
Paper Source

Perfect For: Men Who Enjoy A Cocktail, Men Who Need More Hydration

Stainless Steel Digital Smoker
 Here's a smok'n hot idea! He'll precisely control how much smoke his food gets, how long to smoke it and what temperature to smoke it at. Smoke-without-fire environment works for hot or cold smoking, barbecue and slow-roasting. 
Sur La Table

Perfect For: Dads Who  Take Their Cook Outs Seriously, All Grill Masters

123 Organic Tequilla Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo

Uno Dos, Tres! You may have driven him to drink. Here's your chance to buy him a few. After a natural fermentation and precise small-batch distillation, 123 tequila is born. Dad can drink these bottles straight up or make the best darn margarita in the world.  
Drizly

Perfect For Dad's That Appreciate All Things Organic, Dads That Appreciate a Smooth Shot

Bloody Mary Cashews
If his favorite cocktail is a Bloody, he'll love these nuts. Actually he'll enjoy them with anything he drinks. Sold exclusively at
Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: Dads That Love A Bloody Or 
Happy Hour

Trunk Club Gift Certificate
Giving the gift of Trunk Club is an extremely stylish move. When the guy in your life is just getting started, give a gift card—and they will either deliver the good news via email or ship a physical card straight to his or her address.  Every Trunk is different because your stylist packs it specifically for him. But there are some things you can always count on like Free Shipping & Returns, 6 - 10 items per trunk, Alterations to Trunk items at any Nordstrom store, and more! Click the link to read all about this fun and fashionable gift.
Trunk Club For Men

Perfect For: Dads Who Dislike Shopping, Men Who Need To Up Their Style Game

Charcuterie of the Month Club 
Prosciutto, salami, sopressa veneta, bresaola...there are so many delicacies, and with this monthly club, Dad can try them all. Each cured meat is hand crafted in small batches. Three - four pieces arrive monthly.  Not knowing what he'll receive is part of the fun, especially when you know it will be of the finest quality in the world
Dean & Deluca

Perfect For: Meat Lovers, Foodies

Shagreen Cocktail Shaker & Leather Whiskey Book 
Make every hour happy hour for Pops with these luxe leather accessories. 
Cocktail Shaker    Whiskey Book

Coal Haan Pinch
You can tell a lot about a man from his shoes, and his shoes are probably hard to fill.  Let Dad set sail this Summer in something stylish and lightweight. This fab footwear is a nod to heritage luxe living with modern technology to help keep his cool. 
Cole Haan

Perfect For: Dapper Dads 

Custom Polo Shirt
Crocs are still cool, but they become even cooler when they are in his favorite color, on his best shirt style, with his own initials. Click to see how you can create his one of a kind gift.
LACOSTE

Perfect For: One Of a Kid Guys,  Modern Dads, Men Who Love Logos

Double Rollers
Give Dad a serious case of Foam-O, in the best of ways. The Double Rollers take muscle recovery to the next level. This will fast become Dad's core workout accessory. The exterior roller feels great when using it for larger muscles, as in those rock hard glutes. The interior roller has grooves that when rolling our his back, will align with his spine. 
Lululemon

Perfect For: Athletic Dads, Men With 
Back Issues

Carrera Aviators

Classically cool and always in style. This pair bridges the vintage inspired aviators with an updated square shape. Shown above in "cool black." Two more colors available.

Nordstrom

Perfect For: Cool Dudes, Porsche Drivers or Wannabes

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Saturdays At Shop This

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Do you wear a sunhat? There are so many reasons to wear one, but I am afraid that I don't. It's certainly a fun accessory for Summer. How clever is this one with the sunglasses feature? Made me smile. Here's a few links that will make you smile and get your 
weekend off to a 
stylish start.

Speaking of Sunglasses....a girl can't have too many, right? Click on over to Solstice Sunglasses for a great sale on Kate Spade, Tom Ford and many more.
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Don't miss the Barney's New York Sale at Barney's Warehouse. Take an EXTRA 40% off all of the Barney's New York Collection. On my radar is the Leather Cosmetic Pouch now less than $25. And I am crazy for 
these Suede Ankle Tie Flats.
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Gifting a girl grad? Get her something at Juicy Couture. Save 30% on $150 or 40% on $250 or more. Code: SUNSHINE. Ends 6/3
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Ponytail Hair: With warm weather here, many of us will be putting up our hair just to stay cool. Slip, the creators of of those magic silk pillowcases, has designed skinny silk Hair Ties. Brilliant for the wear and tear on hair of rubber bands. They also keep away those annoying pony tail ridges. Let's call them the scrunchie
 of 2018.
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New at Nordstrom: Eat More. It's a fun edit of Summer party essentials, innovative appliances, photogenic tools, wellness faves to keep you centered, and more! Only available for a limited time.
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Does Dad have a sweet tooth? I know he will love Sugarfina's Cocktail Candy. Think Tito's Vodka Cordials, Bourbon Bears, Corona light Bento Boxes and more.
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I'm crazy for this pretty top at Bailey 44, because our shoulders don't age.
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My friend, Sharon, is happy to be out of her broken foot boot. However she has been ordered to wear sturdy sneakers until further notice. Thank goodness, designer's have stepped up their sneaker game at Neiman Marcus with luxe kicks . Shop the edit HERE
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For those of us that are looking for fun flats, shop the Soludos edit at Shopbop for the best in shoes for the beach and beyond 
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Lip Service via Guerlain at Neiman Marcus. Choose your shade, choose your case. Customize your 💋 with Guerlain. So many pretty colors, and that mirror case is fab!
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It's been a rough news week. Let us all try not to cast any shade on others. Just be nice!

XOXOX
Deb
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Foodie Friday: Perfect Picnic Provisions & Recipes

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It's picnic season! Time to grab a picnic basket and head outside.  There are a few rules to keep in mind for a perfect picnic.  Plan a menu that can be served either chilled or at room temperature. Have the right equipment that will keep your food safely chilled and stored. A little shade always helps with Mother Nature. Today's recipe roundup goes beyond Mom's potato salad (though you'll find Heather Christo's Red, White & Blue recipe). Think Sashimi Watermelon, Strawberry Salsa and more.

HERE: 19 Recipes & Picnic Provisions

Lemonade Frosé
What could look more refreshing on a hot Summer day. This recipe is very easy to make, but you need to start the night before. 
Plan ahead.
How Sweet Eats 

Fruit, Cheese and Herb Skewers
Stack various combinations of fruit, mozzarella cheese, and herbs on 6-inch wooden skewers for a fun and fresh party appetizer that can be made up to three hours ahead of time. Pretty, right? And pretty darn simple, too.
My Recipes

Rolling Wicker Picnic Basket, Set for 6
Have picnic will travel. Oh the places you will go with this super deluxe basket on wheels! It comes stocked with everything you need for classy outdoor affair. 
Love this as a wedding gift!
Mark & Graham

California Rainbow Veggie Sub 
These beautiful baguettes are piled high with fabulous fresh vegetables. The secret sauce is a delicious homemade Green Goddess salad dressing. By the way, have you ever looked at what is in your bottled dressing? Try making your own, it is superior to anything you can buy.
Half Baked Harvest

Raspberry Lemonade Cupcakes
Picnic perfect! And who can resist such pretty pink frosting? You can find the great gingham cupcake wrappers HERE.
Cooking Classy

Strawberry Bacon Blue Cheese Salad
The perfect Summer salad. The dressing made with orange juice, lends a terrific touch of citrus to this pretty dish.
Lemon Tree Dwelling

Eggplant, Prosciutto & Pesto Pressed 
Picnic Sandwiches
A tied sandwich makes so much sense for a picnic. These look delightful! Get the bakers twine HERE and the recipe at...
Host The Toast

KFC, “Kat’s Fried Chicken” With Barbecue Sauce
If KFC is your barometer for fabulous fried chicken. Try this recipe. I think it takes your fave fast food up a notch.
Gourmet Traveller

Luxe Picnic Basket Andaman

As they say, "The picnic grass is always greener on the Sunnylife side." This beautiful basket comes fully loaded with: x4 sets stainless steel cutlery, x4 pcs wine glasses, x4 pcs plates, x1 bottle opener, x1 hardwood fold-up table which also acts as a chopping board and cup holder. 
Sunnylife

Red, White & Blue Potato Salad With Bacon
Apologies if I have posted this recipe before. There simply isn't a better potato salad recipe out there. And what's a picnic without 
potato salad?
Heather Christo

Gingham Melamine Bowls

How cute and practical! Get the potato salad and salsa there in one piece. Now on sale at 
Sur La Table

Strawberry Basil Ice Tea
It's always good to have a non-alcoholic beverage at any gathering. Add fresh strawberries and herbs like basil or mint to your tea for a very refreshing and hydrating drink. 
Martha Stewart

Strawberry-Rhubarb Hand Pies
Hand pies were made for picnics. And strawberries and rhubarb pies were made for each other. 
My Recipes

Strawberry Salsa
With just five ingredients, this recipe is super colorful and pretty. Best yet - it comes together in five minutes.
Gimme Some Oven

Picnic Blanket Andaman
Because the perfect picnic is always coordinated. Matching the Sunnylife basket above, this pretty pattern packs away in its' own carry bag. The back side is waterproof. 
Sunnylife

Roast Chicken Pan Bagnat 
Made with olive tapenade and goat cheese, this is one special sandwich.  This recipe is best made a few hours before to allow all of the fabulous flavors to marry.
Saveur 

Watermelon Sashimi
I give this recipe the most creative award of the edit. The salty sweetness of the recipe is refreshing and said to be so delicious. And who knew that avocado played well with watermelon? It all sure makes a pretty platter.
Minimalist Baker

Table In A Bag
Perfect for your movable feast. 
Food52

Chocolate Caramel Covered Potato Chip Brownies
Sweet and salty is always the perfect bite. Made with Kettle chips and caramel sauce. What is not to like? Drooling here.
Something Swanky 



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