Summer Vibes

Get out those swimsuits and sparklers for all things fun in the sun…

Juicy Fruit

Stay hydrated with a S’ip by S’well water bottle or accessorize with a festive cocktail like a Pina Colada garnished with these Crate & Barrel swizzle sticks.

Here are my picks for some more sweet gifts:

  1. BigMouth Pineapple Pool Float ($25)
  2. Pool Floats – Pineapple, Watermelon, and Swan ($60)
  3. Pineapple Fluf Organic Cotton Lunch Bag ($20)
  4. Watermelon Fluf Organic Cotton Lunch Bag ($20)
  5. JCrew Girls’ One-Piece Swimsuit in Watermelon ($55)
  6. Marble & Acacia Cheese Board – Pineapple Shape ($68)

 

I am also obsessed with all things lemon by Draper James, including this Summer dress.

Go Bananas

These Sundae inspired gifts are the cherry on top for any ice cream lover.

  1. Pottery Barn Kids – Banana Split Bowl ($3 each – on sale)
  2. Ice Cream Tea Towel ($17)

Chiller//Chillax

Get the patio conversations started with any one of these cool beverages.

Crate and Barrel Ice Mold/Wine Bottle Chiller ($40)

Bartending Glasses ($21 for a set of 4)

Anthropologie Fringed Macramé Hammock ($128 – online exclusive)

Patriotic

All things red, white, and blue. I’ve got a whole board on Pinterest dedicated to 4th of July!

tote+able Americana 4oz Canvas Flask and Shot Glass ($17)

Nautical

Warning: Might inspire sailing lessons or a spontaneous beach day.

Vera Bradley Striped Tote ($34 – on sale)

LL Bean – Signature Nautical French Sailor Tee ($44)

Sweet Tooth

Gummy goodness, retro ice cream bowls, and a popsicle maker that can turn juice into a frozen treat in under 10 minutes – no matter what your favorite flavor is you can satisfy your sweet tooth.

Sugarfina – Ice Cream Cone Candy ($7+)

Crate and Barrel Ice Cream Dishes ($3 each)

Zoku Quick Pop Maker ($50)

or if you prefer Slushies

Note: All items which are currently out of stock or sold out have been removed from this post.

Father’s Day

Father’s Day is June 19, 2016 so June is all about my top gifts for Dad…

Wrinkle Free

Make sure Dad is always looking sharp with a non-iron shirt in an American hue – red, white, and blue.

Tommy Hilfiger ($50 – on sale)

LL Bean ($45 – check for coupons!)

More of my favorite non-iron brands:

Bonobos ($98)

Banana Republic ($60 – on sale)

UNTUCKit ($88)

Beer O’Clock

Don’t forget his favorite six-pack!

Corkcicle Artican Drink Cooler ($30)

Beer Cap Maps ($39+)

Use the coupon code WHATDADWANTS for 15% off your order of a Beer Cap Map As an added bonus, your gift can include a free subscription to Beer Connoisseur Magazine.

Bacon//Booze

Subscriptions you can share.

Zingerman’s Bacon Club ($99+)

This pig lovers club has been featured on Food Network and has the stamp of approval from top chefs, including Mario Batali.

The Flaviar Speakeasy ($60 quarterly)

Mantry Subscription ($75+)

Turn UP The Heat

Dad approved kitchen essentials.

Master Pan Meal Skillet ($58)

iDevices Bluetooth Kitchen Thermometer ($92)

Eat Like a Man Cookbook ($21)

No More Wallet

High quality leather phone cases that hold dad’s cards and cash.

Huskk – RFID Secure Wallet iPhone Case ($30)

Mark and Graham – Monogrammed iPhone Wallet Case ($49)

For new or soon-to-be dads…

Diaper Dude Diaper Bag ($65+)

XLR8 Men’s Diaper Bag/Backpack ($130)

Happy Father’s Day!