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Designer Nate Berkus Reveals What’s on His Father’s Day Gift List

Drawn to everything from "quiet luxury" fashion to vintage treasures, the style-setting designer offers his curated list for all types of dads

By Jill Sieracki

June 11, 2024

Gift guide featuring a book, tequila, tote bag, dog bed, and skincare products on a neutral background. — Nate Berkus’s Father’s Day gift list.

For more than 25 years, designer Nate Berkus has been crafting decadent interiors that look like they’ve been collected over time. His impeccable spaces layer delicious neutrals with textural aplomb, like herringbone wood floors or plaster walls with opaque swirls that reveal the artisan’s hand, all of it complemented by creative furniture and lighting that whisper quiet luxury.

It’s a hard to resist the aesthetic he’s channeled into residential interiors, books, collections of home goods, and other métier, which have of course drawn legions of followers and accolades. So when cultivating a list of perfect presents for Father’s Day, he’s got an acute eye for stylish pieces that are sure to please.

Here, Berkus suggests his ideas for gifts for all types of dads (pet parents included).

Person standing casually by a bookshelf, wearing a black long-sleeve shirt and white pants, with a relaxed expression. — Nate Berkus.

Green short-sleeve polo shirt laid flat on gray wooden surface. — Malcolm cashmere cotton short sleeve polo shirt by Billie Todd. Photo: Courtesy of Billie Todd

Billie Todd Cashmere Polo Shirt

“This cashmere blend polo is classic and stylish. A guaranteed wardrobe staple for any dad.”

Silver Picture Frame

“Frame a black-and-white photo that represents a special memory for a timeless keepsake.”

A Man & His Kitchen

“I am not the dad who cooks, but I would like to eat everything in this book (steak au poivre, yes please). Matt even shares tips on how to organize your kitchen and to shop for vintage cookware, which I can totally get behind.”

Silver metal watch bands on a light textured background, displayed side by side, with sleek, modern styling. — March LA.B stainless steel bracelet. Photo: Courtesy of March LA.B

March LA.B Watch Bracelet

“I’m an avid collector of watches, and each one has a special meaning or story attached to it. I like to change out the strap from time to time for a whole new look.”

Stack of four folded checkered towels in gray and white pattern, neatly arranged against a plain background. — Geometric cotton jacquard bath towels by Nate Home by Nate Berkus. Photo: Courtesy of mDesign

Geometric Cotton Jacquard Bath Towels

“A fresh set of towels is the perfect gift for an occasion. I love the masculine feel of this geometric pattern that comes in a variety of colorways.”

Small black and white dog sitting in a striped bed between two white armchairs in a bright room with neutral decor. — Nate & Jeremiah Donut Pet Bed. Photo: Courtesy of PetSmart

Donut Pet Bed

“For the pet dads out there…a handsome dog bed that is designed to complement just about every design style.”

A bottle of Najou scalp mask with a dropper lid against a neutral background. — Najeau scalp mask. Photo: Courtesy of Atrio

Aesop Moroccan Neroli Shaving Duet

“Pamper Dad with this luxe shaving kit, or another grooming favorite of mine, the Najeau scalp mask.”

Brown canvas tote bag with white straps and JPL initials on the side, placed on a white surface against a gray background. — Mark & Graham x Steele Waxed Canvas Tote. Photo: Courtesy of Mark & Graham

Mark & Graham x Steele Waxed Canvas Tote

“A great-looking, durable bag that can do it all, this one has a monogram that makes it extra special for Dad (and less likely someone else will commandeer it for their own use).”