Bags
Bottega Veneta‘s personalisation programme, which made its debut on the Spring/Summer 2018 runway, lets one’s own initials take centre stage. It features seasonal items as well as iconic intrecciato styles with which one can create an individualised, timeless piece to treasure for years to come.
Books
Gifting books may sound like a faux pas if you believe in Chinese sayings. But with the new prime minister leading the nation forward, it is never too late to read an old book penned, before he first became the prime minister, nearly 50 years ago – The Malay Dilemma.
Card holders
Although cash is still king, credit card machines are ubiquitous these days, so you may live solely on a metal card. The Tiffany & Co. diamond point card case in black calfskin leather is also spacious enough for a few business cards.
Glasses
Square frame metal sunglasses with tubular check detail at the temples? Burberry combines timeless style with matte black frames. Perfect for the unassuming dad.
Grooming kits
The main highlight of Royal Selangor‘s men’s accessories collection is the shaving set, perfect for indulging in a proper old-school wet shave. The stand with an integral drip tray holds a brush of genuine badger bristle for whipping thick creamy lather and a razor decorated in sculpted oak and elm leaves.
Shoes
One can’t never own enough shoes. Tod’s Gommino loafers feature durable leather and quality construction for the ultimate comfort on a long drive down to the beach.
Dad’s sneakers are de rigueur. Who’s better at wearing them? This pair of high-top sneakers by Versace is sufficiently muted without appearing garish. Convincing him may be a different story.
Timepieces
The watch makes the man. With the Franck Muller Vanguard 7 Days Power Reserve Skeleton on the wrist, it is bound to attract praises from the curious on its mesmerising in-house mechanical movement.
One to pass down to the next generation, the Ref. 6006G is Patek Philippe’s latest iteration of the unique Calatrava model with an analog date and a second sub-dial. Its understated aesthetics will look good with a tuxedo.
A sports luxe watch is an essential of any man’s wardrobe. The Piaget Polo S is one for the weekend chillax with family. The 42mm cushion-shaped steel case is paired with a blue alligator strap.