Design

14 Creative Gifts Dad Will Love This Father’s Day

From sculptural pieces for his home office to cool kitchen accessories

June 11, 2020

Luxurious gold and silver bathroom fixtures displayed on a light surface. — The Bureau D’Architecte desktop collection from Puiforcat. Photo: Courtesy of Puiforcat

Shopping looks very different from what it did a few months ago, but now more than ever, it’s important to show people how much we care. As Father’s Day comes around, Galerie has curated a selection of unique gifts for Dad that can help brighten his home office, make home quarantine that much more comfortable, or indulge in some fun new hobbies.

Colorful abstract art on skateboard decks with intricate patterns, hanging on a white wall beside a green plant. — Keith Haring *Untitled* (1984) skateboard triptych. Courtesy of the MoMA Design Store

1. Keith Haring’s colorful Untitled (1984) is reinterpreted into a triptych of maple skateboards that make an eye-catching wall hanging or can be converted into rideable boards. The work continues the late artist’s mission of creating art to support community health organizations—these pieces are offered in collaboration with the Skateroom, which helps fund various youth programs. $550, store.moma.org

Colorful geometric abstract artwork with striped patterns in blue, yellow, and green on a rectangular block. — Hermès’s Theoreme H Vibration box. Courtesy of Hermes

2. Inspired by the jockey jerseys and horse rugs made at Hermès’s Faubourg Saint-Honoré workshop in the early part of the 20th century, the large Theoreme H Vibration box translates the riders’ identifying motifs and colorways into a statement catchall sure to enliven any desk space. $1,350, hermes.com

Tic-tac-toe board with metallic X and O pieces on a black and white checkered surface, some pieces placed and some off the board. — Nickel tic-tac-toe board from Annie Selke. Courtesy of Annie Selke

3. Enjoy some special bonding time over a spirited game of tic-tac-toe. Crafted from wood and bone, the sturdy three-by-six-inch board is elegantly offset by sleek nickel game pieces. $175, annieselke.com

Bronze-colored glass pitcher on a wooden table with a gray background. — Amber glass facet pitcher by Yuki Osako.

4. Cocktail connoisseurs will be enchanted by the luminescent quality of this amber glass facet sake pitcher from Roman and Williams Guild. Artist Yuki Osako uses a series of techniques, from blowing to burning the glass in a kiln, to create handcrafted works of art that will enhance any home bar. $160, rwguild.com

Silver compass with a blue and gold needle, engraved with markings and text, against a white background. — Tiffany 1837 Makers sterling-silver compass. Courtesy of Tiffany & Co.

5. Outdoorsy dads with an elevated sense of style will be captivated by the clean lines of this Tiffany 1837 Makers sterling-silver compass, designed by chief artistic officer Reed Krakoff as part of last fall’s Tiffany Men’s collection launch. $775; tiffany.com

Green velvet shoes with horse embroidery on top. — Millbrook slippers from Stubbs & Wootton’s men’s John Derian collection. Courtesy of Stubbs & Wootton

6. Stubbs & Wootton’s sartorial slippers get an artful infusion courtesy of beloved decoupage designer John Derian. Millbook is a posh pair made with emerald velvet that is embroidered with two statuesque racehorses. $550; stubbsandwootton.com

Wooden beach paddles set with green carrying case and two black balls neatly arranged. — Kapitano beach bag available from Artemest. Courtesy of Artemest

7. Handmade in Italy, this Tuscan leather beach bag is lined in a sumptuous green wool, which gently cradles the two wood paddles, matching green balls, and refillable spray bottles—everything Dad needs for a fun-filled day at the beach. $2,400, artemest.com

Rectangular wooden box with a woven pattern design, featuring alternating light and dark square inlays. — Cornelius bone and horn box from Bunny Williams Home. Courtesy of Bunny Williams Home

8. As visually appealing as it is useful, the Cornelius box from Bunny Williams Home is made from hand-carved bone and horn. $925, bunnywilliamshome.com

Beige men's jacket with front pockets and ribbed cuffs, displayed on a white background. — Loro Piana’s cashmere Glendale bomber. Courtesy of Loro Piana

9. For always dressed-to-impress dads, Loro Piana’s new Glendale bomber is made from a weather-treated cashmere with a distinguished suede trim. Unlined and lightweight, this structured topper is perfect for cool summer nights and the transition into fall. $5,550, us.loropiana.com

Modern gold and silver architectural door handles displayed on a white surface. — Joseph Dirand–designed Bureau D’Architecte desktop accessories for Puiforcat. Courtesy of Puiforcat

10. Known for its exceptional tableware, Puiforcat also offers meticulously crafted accessories that nod to the company’s silversmith heritage. Designed by architect Joseph Dirand, a longtime friend of company founder Jean Puiforcat, the Bureau D’Architecte desktop range melds brass, silver plate, and gold to striking effect. $580, puiforcat.com

Set of four black cutting boards in various shapes and sizes displayed against a plain wall on a wooden surface. — Blackcreek Mercantile’s Blackline cutting board collection. Courtesy of Nickey Kehoe

11. These Blackline cutting and serving boards by Blackcreek Mercantile are made from white oak, which is treated with a food-safe, natural process to create the moody, dark pigmentation. Alone or grouped together, they pack a punch in a neutral kitchen or create a showstopping background for an epicurean treat. $200–$275, nickeykehoe.com

Cover of the book titled "Lamborghini" featuring silhouettes of four colorful sports cars against a black background.

12. Experience life in the fast lane courtesy of Rizzoli’s new high-octane coffee table book, Lamborghini: Where Why Who When What. The stunning photography captures the clean lines of the brand’s most iconic models, while author Antonio Ghini gives insight into the history and evolution of the designs. $85, rizzoliusa.com

Two folded waffle-knit bathrobes, one black and one white, on a marble surface with scattered green leaves. — Matouk’s Kiran robe in anthracite and white. Courtesy of Matouk

13. Matouk’s Kiran robe elevates the traditional Turkish waffle style with a supple blend of cotton and bamboo. Available in four spalike colors, it can also be monogrammed for added sophistication. $99, matouk.com

Folded wool blanket in shades of brown and red with fringed edges. — Maharam’s wool check throw by Paul Smith in Peony. Courtesy of Maharam

14. Popular fashion brand Paul Smith celebrates its 50th anniversary this year; for the past 18 years, the company has been lending its iconic stripes and styles to textile atelier Maharam. The latest collaboration is a line of dapper wool throws in Birch, Peony, or Iris check. $375, maharam.com