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In the past few months, most people have had a lot of time to become aware again of how important family really is - be it their own family or the one that they have chosen. It's time to say thank you again. And not only to the mothers (suitable gift ideas here), but also to the partners, fathers or father figures in life, because they too have a special day - and this year it is on May 13th. Although Mother's Day is the more popular holiday, one in four celebrates both days with the same enthusiasm, according to a representative survey - and 29 percent of Germans even spend the same amount on their Mother's Day and Father's Day gifts. To save yourself the stress of figuring out what to give someone who either insists on not needing anything or thinksSince we already own all the cool gadgets, we have put together 20 original gift ideas in every price range - from bizarre novelties to practical everyday helpers that are guaranteed to bring joy to every man. And best of all: Everything can be ordered online.
Handbook for fathers and children
Who will tell children today how to make stones jump on the surface of the water?
Or how to build a sling, drive your own go-kart?
This compendium gathers football rules, flag codes, and information about the solar system that might not only please little boys but daughters as well.
With practical tips on what fathers can do with their children - especially when Corona puts a spell on your vacation planning during this summer vacation.
Source: Amazon
"Dangerous Book for Boys" for ten euros (order here) *
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Headphones for music fans
The new Philips Earbuds stand for sound quality and ease of use.
And for their design they were awarded the Red Dot Design Award in 2021.
With these wireless headphones in your ear, no one is guaranteed to miss a single note.
Source: Philips
Fidelio T1 true wireless headphones from Philips (buy here) *
Get on the mat
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With the wireless buttons in the ear, it is also great to train via livestream or YouTube class with back yoga against the umpteenth slipped disc or a tense desk throat. It's best to do this in pairs, because training together strengthens the relationship and also creates new shared memories. The new “Take Form” mat made of natural rubber is recommended so that grandpa, dad, friend or loved one always has a good grip during the sun salutation or warrior. Because its upholstery, zoned in circular waves, shows what to do with hands and feet, knees and head. This offers a perfect orientation aid, especially for beginners who are easily overwhelmed with the right position. This is especially important when you train at home without a professional who could correct your posture.In addition, the non-slip surface gives even sweaty hands and socked feet a good grip.
Source: Lululemon
Performance mat from Lululemon for 130 euros (order here)
Always stay cool
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Heat is physically and mentally exhausting and is the natural enemy of every athlete, but it is unavoidable.
The Climacool training pants from Adidas are recommended for men who want to train with particular commitment or who generally work up a sweat quickly.
Whether yoga, marathon or fitness parcours are on the program, this functional training clothing keeps you cool, dry and sits comfortably.
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Climacool work-out pants from Adidas for 55 euros (order here) *
Shaving soap for the care-conscious
If you are not entirely sure about the seriousness of the sporting ambitions of your loved one, you might be better off using a care product - for example a nicely packaged shaving soap in a ceramic jar with a bamboo lid.
The special soap with activated charcoal prepares sensitive skin optimally for the wet shave and cares for it with purely herbal ingredients.
The variant with white clay and rosemary oil also soothes and prevents skin irritation.
Source: I Want You Naked
Shaving soap from Saint Clouds for 35 euros (order here)
Razors for those in a hurry
Nothing beats wet shaving - right?
New high-end products promise to work at least as thoroughly.
This novelty from Panasonic is not only something for technology nerds, but also for men who do not want to spend too much time in the bathroom in the morning.
With its shaving head technology for wet and dry shaving, Japanese-ground blades and 39,000 cutting movements per minute, the shave is even faster and more thorough.
The razor is simply cleaned under running water after use.
Source: Panasonic
Panasonic ES-LT68 razor for 120 euros (buy here) *
Powerful beauty for men
No question about it, most men like getting older.
Still, you shouldn't look neglected.
Dick Johnson's men's cosmetics pursues a philosophy that is far removed from the usual luxury ingredients - here the focus is on natural active ingredients.
Manufactured in a province in southwest Finland, the label offers care products for beard, hair and face that have been developed in-house, Dick's Brewery, according to the wishes of customers in Johnson's Barber-Shop.
From vegan beard wax with a whiskey scent to hair shampoo with cannabis oil.
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Dick Johnson Grooming, products from five to 25 euros (buy here)
Magnetic tool box
Now to a gift idea from the “curious but useful” category.
Not every father is a born craftsman.
For smaller jobs around the house, this bracelet (can also be attached to the belt for less Rambo attitudes) is really practical.
Strong magnets are sewn into it, on which screws, bits or nails can be casually stored temporarily so that you have your hands free for other work - for example, leafing through the Ikea assembly instructions.
Source: Amazon
Magnetic bracelet from TimesetL for eight euros (order here) *
Wireless cell phone charger
This charger is no less magical, uh practical: a pad on which the mobile phone is placed so that it can be charged almost anywhere in the apartment - there is no need to frantically search for tangled charging cables.
And now to the tech facts: The charging pad guarantees ten-watt charges for the Samsung Galaxy and five-watt charges for iPhones - by the way, it charges ten percent faster than other chargers.
Another plus point: You can easily charge through cell phone cases that are thinner than five millimeters.
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Wireless Pad Charger from Anker for 13 euros (buy here) *
Bucket hat for the perfect dad style
It continues in style with a checked bucket hat.
A few years ago, style-conscious teenagers didn't like it when their fathers dressed like a suburban dad.
But fashions change.
With the advent of the “Dilf” trend and fashionable neoconservatism, bucket hats have also returned.
A particularly cool example is this one from Ralph Lauren - one side is checked, the other is plain-colored in beige.
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Linen bucket hat by Polo Ralph Lauren for 81 euros (buy here) *
Backpack for all occasions
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This backpack from the Nordic fashion brand Arket, whose design is inspired by the traditional navy duffel bags, is also nautically chic.
There is space for a laptop, sports equipment or shopping.
In addition, the backpack is entirely sustainably produced - it consists of recycled polyamide, which is made from nylon waste and old fishing nets.
And don't worry, it has the same properties and qualities as new yarn, but leaves a significantly smaller ecological footprint.
Source: Arket
Backpack with folding top by Arket for 115 euros (buy here)
Alternative to flip-flops
Speaking of footprints: Finding the right summer shoe for men is a fashionable art.
Because leather loafers are too heavy and too chic for most occasions, while flip-flops are too casual.
The perfect compromise for after-work, the beach or everyday life, on the other hand, are espadrilles.
These should be of high quality so that they don't look rocked after a few weeks.
If you choose a variant made of suede and a leather insole, you will have fun with your comfortable sneaks for a long time.
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Pablo Red Suede Espadrilles by Scarosso for 95 euros (buy here)
Edgy accessory of the hour
Still missing for the perfect dad style: The design of these glasses moves somewhere between the look of the professor from the successful series “House of Money” and that of the fashion heir Maurizio Gucci - whose fate is traced by a Hollywood film this year, by the way.
In short, square glasses in the 70s style are evidence of fashionable accuracy.
It doesn't matter whether they are worn as corrective glasses or sunglasses.
Source: Viu Eyewear
The Smokey with corrective lenses from Viu for 245 euros (buy here)
Emotional pieces of jewelry
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Your own voice can now be stylishly worn on your wrist or keychain.
The Spanish label Tot-em transforms sound recordings or special moments into emotionally charged pieces of jewelery, so that you can be very close to your loved one even in times of social distancing.
Simply upload the special message to the Tot-em website and have it engraved on the selected piece of jewelry as a sound wave.
A code is also engraved with which the message can be listened to online at any time.
Alternatively, constellations or coordinates that are linked to special memories can also be engraved.
Source: Tot-em
Jewelery with a message from 20 euros (order here)
For connoisseurs and bon vivants
This gift idea is less emotional, but no less tasteful: cool whiskey glasses in the truest sense of the word.
Because if you prefer to enjoy your whiskey cool, you should avoid ice cubes - they are frowned upon by experts, as they can dilute the good drop.
Better to enjoy it from self-cooling tumblers.
Before pouring, however, they have to be placed in the freezer for two hours so that the liquid freezes in the double wall.
Cools the drink for several hours - provided, of course, the whiskey stays in the glass for a long time.
Also available as a margarita or martini glass.
Source: Amazon
Frozen Tumbler from Host for 22 euros (buy here) *
Stupor can be so beautiful
There are things that suddenly turn out to be useful in times of home office.
One of these rediscovered objects is the knitted warmer for coffee or teapots, because it keeps the drink warm for hours.
You can knit yourself or have it knitted.
Aiayu's models were handcrafted by women in the Bolivian highlands from soft baby llama wool.
Source: Aiayu
Coffee or tea warmer Comfy from Aiayu from 135 euros (buy here)
Enjoy in style
This luxurious steak knife set from Laguiole is a universal gift, because the next barbecue evening in the garden is bound to come.
The handles are made of olive wood and the blades are razor-sharp - therefore they should be handled with special care.
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Knife set from Laguiole Style de Vie for 70 euros (order here)
Because love goes through the stomach
Refining dishes with smoke like a professional - this is possible with the traditional Wood Pellet Grills.
They can not only grill and smoke, but also roast, roast, bake or stew - even via app if you wish.
Source: Traeger
Wood-fired grills from Traeger from 550 euros (order here) *
Cookbook for burger lovers
Do you prefer a patty instead of a steak?
This book, which confidently calls itself the “Burger Bible”, is divided into two categories.
In the first part of the theory it provides background information on the topics of meat selection, patty mixes and crunchy side dishes as well as recipes for more than 50 sauces and for homemade burger buns.
In the second part you will find the instructions for beefburgers, but also vegan and sweet recipes, so that there is something for everyone.
Source: Amazon
"Burger Unser - The standard work for true lovers" for 40 euros (buy here) *
Sandwich maker for the undecided
You don't throw on the big grill in the garden for every snack.
If you still want to toast your sandwich, make waffles or grill meat, this 3-in-1 device is recommended.
With the interchangeable plates and included recipes, nothing can go wrong.
Source: Amazon
Sandwich toaster by Russel Hobbs for 40 euros (buy here) *
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