Wow! 2012 is turning out to be a year to remember. As we hurtle to half time with celebrations galore and the Olympics just around the corner (we’ll swiftly draw a veil over the Hump’s Eurovision efforts) it’s all go, go, go!
Because it’s so busy we thought we would give you a quick reminder so the man in your life doesn’t get forgotten in the whirl of parties and events. Yep, it’s Father’s Day on 17th of June and if you’re a daddy’s girl (or boy) you’ll undoubtedly be looking for a pressie for the main man that is a little more thoughtful, inspiring, fun and unique than a new drill from his beloved Screwfix catalogue.
In the shop we often hear people exclaim with a grin “Oh, I remember wearing a shirt like that”, “I had a pair just like those”, “That takes me back”. Why not re-create that warm n fuzzy feeling by taking your dad down memory lane and back to his glory days? A shirt with an awesome collar, a suit to gently encourage your dad out of those comfy but indecently holey jeans, a mod style t-shirt or a hippy waistcoat could all hit the jackpot and win you some brownie points. Adding accents of vintage with accessories means present buying is easy peasy. How about taking the nostalgia trip to a whole new level and having a themed dinner with nosh, clobber and tunes from your dad’s favourite era? Note: you may need to invest in a vat of Brylcreem.
Here are some smashing ideas for some vintage-inspired gifts for Daddy’s Day.
If your dad is a bit of a dandy this smart grey suit will … suit him. Check out those fabulous lapels! With the slimming vertical stripes and chest-broadening lapels he’ll be strutting his stuff showing he’s still got what it takes!
How about a dressing gown to go with the slippers you bought him at Christmas? Of course he may find it utterly irresistible to do his imitation of Noel Coward every time he dons this classic.
Who says dads can’t do double denim? Not us! If your dad prefers the casual look he’ll dig this duo. An iconic denim jacket tells everyone your pops can still hang tough working the rebel teenager; the lone wolf.
Sporty dad is down with the kids. Raising of the collar is obligatory. Tasty. Keeping the look fresh and effortless this look says ‘I’m just off to the hop’.
Funk-tastic! Every dad had one of these classy leather jackets, with a practical amount of pockets for any man. Losing his car keys will no longer be a problem with this blast from the past. Get him into a retro shirt and take him right back, at the speed of 70’s sound, to a time when all he had to worry about was whether his collar was respectably big.
OK, this one might not be for the faint hearted or the meek n mild but bear with us. Try to keep images of your dad mowing the lawn in this ensemble out of your mind. Hawaiian shirts are having their flamingo sunset heyday this summer and your dad could be at the epicentre of this revival. Come on, he’s going to secretly love tending to the BBQ in a tropical shirt! We love the pattern on the shorts; they are seriously groovy.
Accessories are tip top for a cheap but still personal option. From belts, hats and bags to scarves and handkerchiefs any look can have an individual twist. Ties or cufflinks are a fab way to give a smart outfit or a crisp shirt a unique finish.
Hope we’ve helped with ideas to get your creative gift juices flowing and all the dads out there get spoilt rotten. Step away from the Screwfix catalogue.
Love Frock&Roll
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