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Practical Father's Day gift ideas

There's one for every budget!

Published Jun 17, 2023 02:09 am
Let’s admit it—It really is so much easier to find gifts for moms than for dads. Not only are fathers less vocal about what they want, they have simpler requests from their family when it comes to receiving gifts. We’ve rounded up some practical presents for dads this Father’s Day, with some picks that he will surely appreciate. 

Start the day with good energy

 Men know less about how critical a role scent plays in our lives. One spritz of a good quality perfume can start your day right. Burberry Hero Eau de Parfum, as the name implies, can bring out the hero in the wearer. In this case, our dads a.k.a. our heroes need their daily dose of inspiration, and Burberry Hero just might be the boost they need with its mix of warm cedarwood oils and pine needles to start the day right.

Get energized for the day

From June 11 to 24, Pickup Coffee is giving a pack of Pocky for free for every purchase of Babyccino in select branches and have a photo of dad carrying his kids or vice versa with the hashtag #PickMeUpChallenge.There’s also an online contest on Jim Bacarro’s Instagram account. Just upload a photo on Instagram or Facebook and get a chance to be one of 10 winners to get an exclusive Pocky X Pickup Coffee Father’s Day gift each. This includes two free regular beverages and P500 worth of Pickup Coffee gift certificates, and a special Pocky Heart Kit. 

Smell good while staying active

For the sporty fathers, he’ll appreciate the Blackwater Bossing Deo Spray collection. Affordably priced at P199 each, they’re within budget for the kids who still want to give a gift to their daddy. Choose from citrus Slam Dunk, fresh Fade Away, spicy Cross Over, and smokey Jump Shot.

Step into comfort

 Fathers prefer function when it comes to walking, especially when it’s all day long. Good news, Crocs is on sale on select items for as low as P1,399—until June 17. 

Fuel with coffee donuts

 Krispy Kreme just released new coffee-flavored donuts in time for Father’s Day celebration. Buy him a box of these donuts in Mocha Kreme filled with vanilla cream dipped in coffee-flavored coating, and topped with coffee cream and dark chocolate chips. There’s also the Kaffe Latte donuts—a vanilla cake with coffee flavored coating and coffee cream icing, drizzled with dark chocolate. Last, but not the least, the Tiramisu donut has mocha, dipped in tiramisu coating, and topped with mocha icing and cocoa powder.

Beat the stress away

 Give your dad the gift of de-stressing at home with Ogawa’s top-of-the-line massage chairs. An impressive gift, if budget is no problem, are massage chairs from Ogawa. Their Master Drive AI Genuine Leather offers both a luxurious feel and relaxing time at home with its advanced artificial intelligence technology that can adapt to the user’s body shape. Choose from 12 auto-massage programs, even deep tissue massage, Thai massage, and stretching.

Have a relaxing weekend

Alabang Town Center's Activity Center is filled with activities starting June 16, 2023. Dream Rides for those who love cars, Drum Circle Jam for the music lovers, Thrill for the Grill for those who enjoy cooking and eating, and Movies and Munchies for the couch potatoes. Snaps with Dad will be all over the event, taking photos to add to your core memories. Download the Zing App and get exciting deals and discounts around the mall, too!

Take it out for a spin


Make it extra special with a Father's Day lunch buffet at Seasonal Tastes in Westin Manila. Make it even more memorable by reserving early. The first eight families will get to test drive a Mercedez-Benz and self-portrait shoot as well. Lunch Buffet is at P3,600 nett per person, with children between six to 12 years old getting 50% discount. Kids below five years old dine for free. For inquiries and table reservations, e-mail [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) or call  8256-2020

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