CEBU, Philippines - As Fathers' Day draws near, a proverbial question takes center stage: What do you give the man who has everything?
Do you get him something heavy, or something light? Something colorful, or something monotone? How about something frivolous? Or would something conservative be more fitting for the old man?
Whatever you get, it has to be special - not something you'd pick as you take the easy way out in opting for a coffee mug or a disposable razor as a gift.
But wait. Just what exactly counts as "special" these days?
Does it have to be rare or should it be something commonly seen? Does it have to be bought under the most practical of pretexts, or is the price of an item the barometer of how much you value your dad?
If you happen to be asking yourself these questions, here are some Fathers' Day gift ideas you might want to consider.
Gift Idea #1
- A Wristwatch
Gone are the days when wristwatches are made to only tell the time, what with the different wristwatch types that have made (and are making) their way into the scene.
From the classic steel watch to the ever-valuable diver's watch, today's wristwatch selections are made to meet the needs and fancies of different wearers - from the outdoor lover to the health-and-fitness buff; the fashionably sensitive to the fashionably cool.
Though it can be said that a wristwatch as a gift doesn't have the same wow factor nowadays as compared to that of a tablet or smartphone, a wristwatch is sure to be worn all throughout its lifespan - not liable to be relegated to dust gathering duties when the luster of its opening fades, or, in the case of a smartphone or tablet, when new models arrive.
Gift Idea #2
-A Multipurpose Knife
There's something endearing about giving Dad work tools as a Fathers' Day gift, particularly is he is an automobile or motorcycle aficionado.
But since not everyone knows if the old man needs a new bolt extractor or a ratchet (and asking him would just give away the surprise), a good option is to go for a multipurpose knife - one which will surely be used.
Available in different "tool sets," one can pick a "basic" multipurpose knife as a Fathers' Day gift, or opt for more specified sets that are geared for dads who dabble in electronics, woodworking, or anything in between.
Gift Idea #3
- A Fine Crafted Pen
There's a certain "je ne sais quoi" often associated with fine crafted pens, one that is akin to receiving an award - one doesn't find fulfillment in buying one, but takes great pride in receiving one.
If you wish to give your dad this sense of pride every time he jots something down on his notebook, a fine crafted pen would make for a great Father s' Day gift - one which will surely be treasured and actually used.
Note: All suggested items are available at the Men's Section of The Metro Department Store at Ayala Center Cebu. (FREEMAN)