Father’s Day Gifts For The Professional Dad
If the Dad in your life is enterprising and all about business, more than likely putting his best stylish foot forward is a concept that he represents. The following gift ideas are perfect for your Dad, who’s all about business.
- Having chic tech accessories are a must for the polished, business Dad. A leather iPhone case from J.Crew ($38) is the ideal classic case.
- Sweetin’ the deal with Godiva Milk Chocolate Cigars ($15) available in a distinctive gift box of four.
- Want to give your Dad the perfect gift of an exciting get-away from a ho-hum work schedule? AMG Driving Academy has the perfect opportunity for you to present your Dad with a one-of-a-kind gift – the chance to test drive the most exclusive and highest performance Mercedes-Benz luxury cars. The AMG Driving Academy is letting driving enthusiasts get behind the wheel of the E63 AMG, SL63 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, SLK 55 AMG and the SLS AMG with the guidance of top professional instructors. The program offers Basic, Advanced and Pro levels of training, with custom-designed exercises that showcase the dynamic driving capabilities of Mercedes-AMG models. The five tracks offering these courses are:
· Texas Motor Speedway (Fort Worth, TX) September 6-9
· Laguna Seca Raceway (Monterey, CA) September 23-27 & November 8-12
· Auto Club Speedway (Fonatana, CA) October 23-30
- Being perfectly groomed and clean-shaven is key for making professional impressions. Consider the men’s grooming collection from Molton Brown ($295) which comes with a shaving brush, razor and stand.
- For the Professional Dad who has a lifestyle full of luxury and tradition, the IWC Pilot’s Watch Edition for Father and Son (Sold As Set Only) $22,900 could perfectly become a family heirloom in years to come.
- Help your Dad pull together a stylish casual Friday outfit with a KP Maclane polo ($175) available in a range of custom dyed colors and sizes and comes in a reusable hand-embroidered linen bag.
- If your Dad happens to be a prepster, a Kiel James Patrick tie would perfectly compliment his work looks.
- Want to really help Dad’s suit pop? Gift him with a CH by Carolina Herrera pocket square ($80) and watch how his look is taken to another level. Available at CH Carolina Herrera. 802 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10065, 212.744.2076
- Keep Dad’s stress to a minimum during the work day and get him a candle from F.S.C. Barber ($55) to calm his mind.
- There’s nothing like rushing to work and catching a flat on the way – the Talking Digital Tire Gauge ($14.99) from Avon.com keeps Dad aware of his tire pressure.
- A comfort shoe that is functional and of good quality is the ideal Casual Friday footwear for Dad. These Sully Boat shoes ($148) from fryecompany.com add a hint of color to his look, too!
- The laptop case from Benetton ($79) is the perfect bag for Dads who commutes.
Anything having to do with outdoor activities gets your Dad really excited, whether its camping, fishing, grilling, riding his motorcycle – you name it, outdoors is where he likes to hang. Finding the ideal gift doesn’t have to be difficult, especially with this list.
- For the Dad who goes camping, the Lafuma Warm N’ Light Sleeping Bag ($124.95) from gracioushome.com is water-resistant and has an anti-jam dual zipper – great for his next night in the neck of the woods.
- If your Dad happens to be an adventurous motorcycle rider, a stylish helmet is a gift he wouldn’t mind receiving. Bell’s Motorcycle Custom 500 in ‘Skratch Lace Green pays homage to the company’s founder Roy Richter made of modern protective technology. Motorcycle Helmets range between $99.95 to $139.95 and can be found on bellsports.com
- Dads who call themselves “grill masters” often want all of their cooking utensils in one place. Thanks to the Stake ($29.99) found on Quirky.com, the barbeque king of your family can have his tongs, spatula and fork all in one tool.
- Keep his skin protected while he’s outdoors with L’Occitane Verdon Outdoor Moisturizer ($32). This outdoor moisturizer with SPF 30 is perfect for use during outdoor sports and swimming activities. The non-greasy formula leaves the skin protected from UVA/UVB rays, even after exposure to water and sweat.
- For those Dads who get an adrenaline rush from extreme sports or fast-paced experiences, then check out Insidehook.com, a new daily lifestyle site that posts activities that can be purchased for Dad that include activities in trampoline sportsplex and other venues.
- Listening to music during his outings on the beach, the boat, or just hanging in the backyard is a must for him and that’s why buying him a Lil’Buddy Bag by Burton.com ($99), is the perfect gift. The bag is an insulated cooler that comes equipped with a removable battery operated speaker system that folds up into a small cube to be taken on the go and has a standard size 3.5mm headphone jack.
- Buy him the perfect golf accessory by EQ Love, a new Golf Glove ($39.99) eq-love.com
- Show dad he’s unique with a pair of customizable 574’s or 993’s New Balance sneakers in his favorite colors – perfect for his workouts. .
- For rainy summer days while at the beach, consider getting your Dad an Active Hoodie ($39.94) by Old Navy.
- All of those long jogs can make Dad awfully sore. Give the gift of a soothed muscles with an extreme sports massage ($165 for 60min or $215 for 85 min) at Bliss spa. This treatment is the ultimate muscle-relaxing rub down, whether recovering from spin class or a snowboarding competition.
- For your Yoga-loving Dad, get him a zen short sleeve tee ($40) from alosport.com.
Father’s Day Gifts For Dads With Little Ones
Whether he’s on pick up an drop off duty for play dates, an activity day in the park or a day trip outdoors with the kids – these gift picks will keep a busy Dad of little ones stylish, fun and informed.
- The barefoot inspired Skeletoes by Fila ($70) are perfect for a new Dad who needs to keep his feet comfortable whether running errands around town or enjoying a sporting activity with the kids. .
- Put the petal to the metal for Dad on his special day with bright flowers in a ceramic replica of the classic Jeep® Wrangler ($46.95) from Teleflora. Ok, yes, the kids may want to keep the jeep wrangler around afterwards as a keepsake.
- This dad on the go is busy with the kids and has little time to iron, so an Eddie Bauer Relaxed Fit Wrinkle-Free Pinpoint Pattern Oxford Shirt ($59.95) is the perfect gift to throw on in a time crunch.
- Let the kids wear a special message to Daddy to express how they feel in a onsies or t-shirts ($5 – $9) from Old Navy.
- Becoming a Father is one of the most rewarding gifts in life that doesn’t come with directions. So, keep this Dad on track with Dad’s Playbook ($13) full of insight and quotes that can be inspirational through his exciting journey.
- He loves the Disney movies just as much as the kids, and this Mickey Mouse t-shirt is just the gift for a big kid like him.
Father’s Day Gifts For The Grooming Divo
You know the type – handsome, smells good, clean-shaven and well-groomed. That fine gentleman happens to be your Dad. Yet, even though he may have a few favorite brands that he sticks too, he wants to be in the know about the latest and best. Here are a few gift ideas for your Dad, the Grooming Divo.
– Philip B Man Pleasing Favorites Gift Set – This cooling duo of Peppermint & Avocado Volumizing & Clarifying Shampoo and Nordic Wood Hair & Body Shampoo revives and refreshes the body and soul. The set ($65) comes in a black gift box and tied in logo ribbon. Sold at philipb.com
– For the outdoor type, get the Twilight Woods body wash ($11) from Bath & Body Works, made of an unforgettable, masculine blend of cedar, white pepper and musk.
– No matter what his shaving habits are, Dollar Shave Club couldn’t be a more simple and great solution mailed to his door step each month. For your Dad, select one of their great razors for a low monthly fee, of either $1 a month, $6 a month or $9 a month plus shipping and handling.
– Help him keep his hair perfectly primped with Jonathans Dirt Texturizing Paste ($26), made with sugar almond and soy proteins, as well as, natural botanical extracts like white tea, Hawaiian white ginger, aloe and watercress.
– There’s nothing like a man’s signature scent. For the summer months, consider introducing him to Wildblue Eau de Toilette from Banana Republic, which could become his warm weather scent. The retailers new scent is a blend of Aquatic, Aromatic Sage, White Tea, Beach Cedar, Musk notes.
– For the perfect, fresh shave, consider getting Dad the Aqua di Parma Barbiere Soft Brush Shaving Cream ($43) and After Shave Lotion ($75) sold at Bluemercury.com.
With the Portland Whisky Shave Soap from shopterrain.com, his grooming routine may become intoxicating!
– Dad can discover what he likes every month thanks to the newly launched Birchbox Man. Every month for $20 he will receive trial-size products from the best men’s brands, including Anthony For Men, Jack Black and Kiehl’s, available at Birchbox.com.
– Any man of sophistication will enjoy the Caswell – Massey Presidential soap set, available at CaswellMassey.com.
What cool Daddy doesn’t deserve a pair of shades? Celebrity dads have been seen sporting their favorite styles from Sama Eyewear – from seasoned family man Brad Pitt to Jay-Z.
Sama sunglasses or opticals are the perfect Father’s Day gift for any Dad who stays on the go.
Brad Pitt Wearing Sama Sunglasses At A Movie Premiere in Cannes
The Black Onyx in Rose Gold Sama Sunglasses worn by Brad Pitt in the above photo.
Father’s Day Gift Ideas For The Man Cave Hibernating Dad
Although he loves spending time with the family, when he’s home and in need of his ‘special alone time’ – there’s no place that he’ll rather chill out than in his Man Cave. So, for Father’s Day consider giving him a gift perfect to use while hibernating:
- A Rabbit Silver Electric corkscrew that is made with a LCD screen and a recessed spiral for easy bottle opening. Sold at gracioushome.com, for $44.99.
- In case Dad decides that he wants to entertain his buddies (or you and the family) in the
basement, um excuse me, I mean Man Cave – make sure that he has the proper glassware set at his bar such as the Rogaska Crystal Manhattan Collection ($60) from gracioushome.com.
- Give him the gift of the best seat in the house with the new XZipit® by La-Z-Boy®recliner – perfect for the Dad who is a sports fans. These new recliners allow fans to show their team spirit by showcasing their favorite team logos and mascots.
- While relaxing in his Man Cave, he may just happen to have a taste for something off the grill – but doesn’t want to leave the comfort of his cave. No problem. The Kenmore Indoor Grill ($89) sold at Sears Home is the perfect solution.
- Make sure his Man Cave is fully stocked with libation! Perhaps a bottle of John B. Stetson Bourbon ($27.99) made of a woody flavor with hints of vanilla and caramel in the finishing taste is a perfect drink.
- He’s got class and has superb table etiquette, knows the proper utencils to use and the difference in wine glasses but in his man cave he breaks the rules. Maybe just for once he wants to drink his wine in a beer mug – so let him have his way with this Winestein ($19.95) from store.exploratorium.edu.
- Has he been dropping hints about redecorating? Have you spotted him on pinterest or olioboard with claims of pulling together “inspiration” for a new look in the basement? Help him out with the Man Cave book by Mike Yost and Jeff Wilser (about $10) online at Overstock.com or Amazon.com.
Tia Mowry Looks Simply Darling: Try Her Look
Actress Tia Mowry, looked fabulous in a blue floral Shoshanna dress paired with bold pumps over the weekend in Los Angeles.
GET THE LOOK
For a similar dress from Shoshanna, try this style sold at Revolveclothing.com!
And pair with a bold and spicy coral shoe from Jessica Simpson, $89 at piperlime.com.
She’s One Stylish Sista…
Everyone deserves to have a sister with a closet full of stylish clothes to raid and I can’t help but wonder if this describes how Beyonce feels when it comes to her younger sister Solange’s closet! Solange Knowles has major iconic style to like the third power. Yup, I’m sweating her style! Edge. Funk. Timeless. The list goes on. And after you check out these images of her from the July 2012 issue of Glamour France magazine…you too will be watching the red carpet and magazines to see how she stuns each time.
Surfs Up Dudettes And Get The Look
As of late, Lindsay Lohan has been taking great pics as she gets her acting career back into full swing. I’ve seen a few of her dressed as Elizabeth Taylor, but I’m really loving this photo of her where she’s spotted wearing a Cynthia Rowley wetsuit from the set of a short film, First Point. This Thursday the film will premier at Art Unlimited, a curated section of the Art Basel Fair.
Lindsay Lohan on the set of First Point
The Geode Wetsuit, $195, Cynthia Rowley
Did you happen to catch a glimpse of the MTV Movie Awards held earlier this week? How fabulous were the flawless makeup looks of starlets Kate Beckinsale and Hunger Games star Elizabeth Banks? Well, it just so happens that their makeup was done by celebrity makeup artists Fiona Stiles and Molly Stern using Victoria’s Secret makeup products! Wondering how to achieve those great makeup looks for your next night out on the town? Read on for their tips on how you can achieve the look at home using products from Victoria’s Secret Beauty.
Want to achieve Elizabeth Banks look as seen at the 2012 MTV Movie Awards?
Makeup by Fiona Stiles for Victoria’s Secret Beauty
The Look: A strong eye and neutral lip.
- Fiona began by prepping Elizabeth’s skin with VS Pro FX Face Primer SPF 20, then applied foundation and concealer from the VS Pro Camouflage FX Concealer Palette.
- She then took the VS Pro Radiant Fix Face Illuminator and patted it on to the bridge of her nose and along her cheekbones.
- She set the face with the VS Minerals Pressed face Powder in Light and applied Beauty Rush Radiant Blush in Fresh Love to her cheeks.
- For the eyes, Fiona used two different colors to achieve a smoky eye; a shimmery grey on the bottom from the VS Makeup Eye Shadow Quad in Satisfied and a purple on the top lid from the VS Makeup Eye Shadow Quad Ravishing. It gave a little bit of a twist to a smoky eye.
- She lined the inside of the eye with Beauty Rush Precision Liner in Hot Slate and then smudged the grey liner into the lower lashes, blending it down into the skin.
- Fiona then took the grey shadow and swept it over the liner, effectively setting the liner and making the color stronger. For the top of the lid she smudged the grey liner along the top lashes, and applied a dusting of the plum shadow over the lid.
- She used the shimmery pink in the quad to add a little highlight to the inner corners of her eyes, and the lilac color to blend the purple up and out.
- After the eyes were complete, Fiona used a brown brow pencil to strengthen and slightly elongate Elizabeth’s brows and added VS Makeup Extra Lengthening Mascara in Blackest Black.
- Fiona used her finger to pat on VS Makeup Perfect Lipstick in Wish so that it was less a lipstick and more of a stain. There was a beautiful color to Elizabeth’s lips without the sheen of a lipstick or a gloss. It makes the look feel a little cooler and less done.
To get Kate Beckinsale’s Makeup Look at the 2012 MTV Movie Awards:
Makeup by Molly Stern for Victoria’s Secret Beauty
The Look: Classic with a brown smokey eye and a pop of pink lip shine for a glittery pout
- Molly prepped Kate’s skin with a soothing mist and serum. She then primed Kate’s skin with VS Pro FX Face Primer SPF 20 and applied some VS Makeup Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15 in Golden Medium to even out the tone.
- Next, Molly warmed her cheeks with a cream blush and for a warm finish; she dusted VS Makeup Baked Mineral Bronzing Powder in Glowing.
- For Kate’s eyes, Molly based the lid with VS Hypergloss Eye Shimmer in Golden Lights and contoured the crease a with a softened 60’s approach using the crease shade of VS Eye Shadow Quad in Eye Contact.
- She then dusted VS Silky Eye Shadow in Provocateur over the center of the lid.
- Molly lined the base of the lash line with VS Makeup Brilliant Liquid Liner in Black and coated her lashes with VS Voluptuous Mascara in Black.
- For Kate’s lips I used the VS Lip Liner in Ginger Spice and then lightened the lip with the lipstick side of the VS Sheer Color Duo Tete a Tete and a pop of VS Brilliant Lip Shine in Undress on the center of the lip for a glittery pout.
Japanese powerhouse Uniqlo along with American iconic brand, Coca-Cola has introduced the first UTGP 10 T-shirt collaboration.
The ten T’s form the culmination of Uniqlo’s 8th Annual UT Grand Prix (UTGP) T-shirt design contest, whose inspiration this year is Coca-Cola. Each t-shirt is priced at $19.90 and available at Uniqlo’s three New York stores as well as online at Uniqlo.com. All ten winning designs were created by artists from around the globe. The illustrations displayed on the t-shirts draw inspiration from the beverage brand’s heritage. From the contour bottle to its world-renown logo and historic campaign slogans the brands design elements are captured focusing on the happiness and optimism that has been at the heart of the brand for over 125 years.
Starting today, you can enter for a chance to win one of the UTGP t-shirts. The tees run true to size and are unisex perfect for you to win for yourself or for your boyfriend or husband as a gift. To enter, simply respond to this post below! (*Only one entry is allowed for this giveaway and giveaway is open to U.S. residents only)
Created by Jess Wilson (London)
Created by Karrie Lee (Hong Kong)
Created by Bakri Coban (Malaysia)
Created by Lee Jiwon (Korea)
Created by Shotaro Ishii (London)
Well, It’s All White With Me
Even though bold and muted pastels are the hues of choice this summer – there’s nothing like white. It’s easy to wear, refreshing, versatile enough to work with anything in your closet and nothing says summer better!!
Donna Karan Spring 2012 Runway
Preen Spring 2012 Runway
Tracy Reese Spring 2012 Runway
What I love even more about the color white is that it’s classic and chic – perfect for work or play and can even replace the little black dress during the summer.
$350 – topshop.com
$57 – missselfridge.com
$50 – weekday.com
€30 – monki.com
$215 – stylebop.com
$175 – net-a-porter.com
$18 – oldnavy.gap.com
$1,105 – ssense.com
$1,372 – ln-cc.com
$32 – wallisfashion.com
£50 – johnlewis.com
$510 – barneys.com
$34 – macys.com
$237 – asos.com
$275 – tarinatarantino.com
$7 – wallisfashion.com
Isaac Mizrahi cuff jewelry
$220 – charmandchain.com
Celebs In White
Padma Lakshmi
Ciara
Jessica Biel
STYLE POOH-BAHS 