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Top Shopping Picks for Father’s Day

Make sure Dad looks his best this Sunday

By Jennifer McCullum June 17, 2015

We all know sometimes Dad can use a little help in the dapper department. The struggle is real prying those patterned ties and Seinfeld-inspired denim from the clutches of his closet, but we’ve rounded up the following menswear items to help seamlessly update your Dad’s wardrobe this Father’s Day. 

The long-running, rugged Seattle retailer, Filson channels heritage chic with its Mackinaw Field Watch (pictured above). Assembled by hand in Shinola’s state-of-the-art Detroit factory, this three-hand watch with date features a stainless steel 43mm case, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal face, and USA-made Bridle Leather strap sure to keep Dad on time and in style. ($700) Available at Filson, 1555 4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134

Barneys’ leather belt will keep Dad’s trousers in check. Available at the Pacific Place retailer, the belt features a polished silver tone buckle and black edging detail to elevate this everyday accessory. ($125) Available at Barneys New York, Pacific Place, 600 Pine Street, Seattle, 206.622.6300

Remember those ties we were talking about? This navy twill, Italian cotton canvas necktie is about as far as you could get from those. A must have for the man of the house. ($49) Available at Barneys New York, Pacific Place, 600 Pine Street, Seattle, 206.622.6300

Atlas Stainless Steel Safety Razor

Give the gift of a proper shave with the Atlas stainless steel safety razor five piece set from Above the Tie. The set includes the Atlas razor handle, one cap and three R1 base plates (the mid aggressive and most versatile of the solid bar razor line with a .58 mm blade gap). The Atlas’ classic “Barber Pole” look handle is 3″ long and easy to master to ensure Dad will be a smooth operator this Sunday. ($239) Available at E. Smith Mercantile, 208 First Avenue South , 206.641.7250

 

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