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Christmas Gift Ideas for Dad: Useful, Comfortable and Actually Worn

Buying for your dad is often the same dilemma: he ‘doesn't need anything’, and gadgets end up at the back of a drawer. The answer? Christmas gift ideas for Dad that are useful and comfortable, things he'll genuinely use every day. Here's our pick, from small treats to gifts that last.

The essentials

Go for everyday use rather than the wow factor.
Comfort at home is a safe bet: clogs, socks, knitwear.
For shoes, note his size and go up one if in doubt.
Time together is often worth more than one more object.

What dads actually wear

Gifts that dads love nearly always share three things: they're simple to use, they replace something worn out, and they slot into an existing habit (the morning coffee, Saturday DIY, Sunday football). Before you buy, ask yourself: ‘Will he use it next week?’ If the answer is yes, you've found your gift.

Another tip: think back to his little comments over the year. ‘My feet are always cold in the evening’, ‘my mug is chipped’, ‘I can't see a thing at the back of the garage’: each one is a ready-made gift idea.

Comfort gifts he'll use every day

1. Clogs he can slip on hands-free

Plenty of men wear tired old slippers at home. The Sienna clogs (€39.99) are closed-toe clogs in vegan suede with an adjustable metal buckle and a cushioned footbed that follows the arch. They go up to a size 47, in understated colours like black, khaki, brown or taupe. Wear them with socks, at home or for a quick trip to the bakery.

2. Faux fur lined clogs for winter

If his feet are always cold, choose the Bormio faux fur lined clogs (€39.99), our newest style: the same shape as the Sienna, a faux fur lining up to the collar and a cork-effect lug sole you can wear outside. Handy for taking the bins out, nipping to the garage or fetching logs without changing shoes. They come in sizes 35 to 45, in grey, black or brown for a low-key look.

Pair of khaki Sienna vegan suede clogs with an adjustable metal buckle, a gift idea for men

3. A pair for every season

With Build your own bundle, any two pairs are €59.99: a Sienna for spring and autumn and a Bormio for winter, for example. And if you only choose Sienna, the second pair is 75% off.

4. Good warm socks

The least glamorous gift, yet the most used. Thick wool-blend socks in plain colours go perfectly with clogs. Our tips: how to wear clogs with socks.

5. A knitted cardigan or sweatshirt

A chunky zip-up cardigan or a quality sweatshirt in a neutral colour: he'll wear it at weekends, when working from home or by the fire.

Useful gifts for his hobbies

6. An insulated flask

For coffee on the commute, a hike or the football. Choose one that keeps drinks hot for hours and is dishwasher-safe.

7. Good coffee and a hand grinder

For a coffee lover, a bag of beans from a local roaster and a manual grinder transform the morning ritual.

8. A head torch

For DIY, the garden or winter evening walks. Useful all year round and often overlooked.

9. A book or a subscription

A biography, a beautiful book about his part of the world, or a magazine subscription about his passion (cooking, sport, history, gardening).

10. A barbecue apron and spices

If he loves to cook, a heavy canvas apron and a set of spices from around the world always hit the mark.

Gifts to share

11. A day out together

A match, a gig, a brewery tour or a day's fishing: a shared memory rather than one more thing.

12. A workshop

A cookery class, an introduction to woodwork or a wine tasting: something to do together, or just for him.

Getting the size right when you give shoes

Check his size on a pair he wears often.
Our styles are true to size: if he's between sizes, go up one, especially if he wears thick socks.
No risk: free delivery, free size exchanges and 60 days to change your mind. A real person answers your questions on WhatsApp or by email.

To find out more, read our guide to comfortable men's slippers.