These Are The Best Gifts To Give Your Uncle Who Feels Just Like Your Second Father
These Are The Best Gifts To Give Your Uncle Who Feels Just Like Your Second Father
If you're lucky enough to have a cool uncle in your life, you have been #blessed. Whether he was the dude who came to all your softball games in the summer, attended every birthday party or school musical during your childhood, or just always made holidays extra fun and special with your family each year, he's a guy who deserves something special for Father’s Day. (This year, it falls on Sunday, June 20th!)
And while he's technically not your dad, if he's played a special father-figure (or friend) role in your life, you're probably looking for the perfect gift to get him to show him your love and appreciation. But, where should you begin?! Admittedly, there are infinite options out there. And let's be honest, some of us don't love shopping to begin with. But the perfect gift does exist, and it's probably amongst this list of curated gift ideas.
To start, you should focus on some of his hobbies. Is he obsessed with the ocean or spending time in the great outdoors? Is he more of a techie? Or does he consider himself a wine or whiskey connoisseur? Maybe he's more into fitness, sports, fashion or music. Whatever he loves to do in his free time, this fool-proof gift guide is guaranteed to have options for a range of interests.
Here are 50 of the best gifts for uncles that are sure to include something yours will cherish for years to come.
BLK & Bold Coffee
BLK & Bold
amazon.com
$25.98
Level up his morning brew game with this fair trade-certified, organic, and most importantly, delicious coffee.
WAW Badfish Bodysurfing Handplane/Handboard
WAW Handplanes
amazon.com
$69.95
Does your uncle surf? Then, you should get him this WAW Badfish Bodysurfing Handplane/Handboard.
Instead of a full-body surf board, he can take on the waves with a bodyboarding experience.
Ted Baker Wylee Tan 41
Ted Baker
amazon.com
$170.00
If your uncle loves sneakers, these ones from Ted Baker will take him from work to happy hour easily thanks to the smooth leather upper. And they, come in black, tan and white, so you can match his vibe no matter what.
Good Man Brand Heathered Stripe Polo
GOOD MAN BRAND
nordstrom.com
$108.00
If your uncle loves polo shirts, this Good Man Brand polo is not your average polo. It's made of 100% cotton and has a stylish Johnny collar with fashionable heathered pinstripes that will set it apart from your uncle's polo collection.
VNYL Gift Membership Subscription
rcrdstr.com
$35.99
The music-obsessed uncle is going to love this subscription membership. With one-, three-, or 12-month gift subscription options, he'll get up to three vinyl records from his favorite genres delivered right to his door.
Old Fashioned Cocktail Socks
Hot Sox
amazon.com
$11.46
I mean...this one practically explains itself. Cool socks for the cool uncle. If he loves a good Ol' Fashioned, these are the socks for him.
Silicone Ring
Daintynurse
etsy.com
$12.96
These rings are a must-have for uncles who frequently work out, travel, or work with their hands. It looks like the one he exchanged with his partner, but they're made from a malleable silicone that conform to his fingers.
Bevel Shave Kit
Bevel
amazon.com
$80.18
The best uncle deserves to look his best 24/7, right? This sleek shave kit—featuring a safety razor, shave brush, priming oil, shave cream, and restoring balm—will make sure his grooming game is always on point.
Whoop Strap 3.0
Whoop
join.whoop.com
$180.00
The coolest wearable out there will take a sporty uncle's training and recovery to the next level. It monitors more than just his heart rate, I'm talking strain levels, sleep, and so much more.
Glowpear Self-Watering Urban Garden Planter
Glowpear
amazon.com
$169.00
If your uncle lives in the city or is small on space, but still appreciates growing his own plants or herbs, he will love this Glowpear Self-Watering Urban Garden Planter.
B For He Men's Self Care Box Regular
belovedbox.co
$42.99
Inspired by amber, green cognac, and cashmere this self-care box for men features a foaming body scrub, beard and body butter, nourishing silk, oatmeal, triple-butter soap, after-shave mist and toner, and beard and hair oil. It's the ultimate way for your uncle to get some well-deserved R&R.
Nike Men's Running Shoes, Multicoloured Black Gunsmoke White 001, 9 UK
AUTMATCH 3" Electrophores Coating Carbon Steel Spring Snap Hook Carabiner Link Buckle Pack Grade Heavy Duty Quick Link for Camping Fishing Hiking Traveling Pack of 3 and Black
Personalized Whiskey Barrel
uncommongoods.com
$148.00
Any whiskey-lover deserves their drink aged to perfection. And that's exactly what your uncle will get when you gift him this barrel. Plus, you can make it extra special by personalizing it with his name or nickname.
Victorinox Swiss Army Fieldmaster Pocket Knife
Victorinox
amazon.com
$35.80
If your uncle doesn't have a Swiss Army knife, he can't go wrong with this one. It's the perfect pocket accessory and tool.
Craft Beer Subscription
craftbeerclub.com
$44.75
Or if beer's more his ~thing~, gift your uncle this craft beer subscription. Each month, 12 or 24 beers of four different styles will arrive straight to his door. Best part? He basically has to share one with you whenever you visit.
Basketball Wastebasket
uncommongoods.com
$48.00
No doubt, Father's Day will look very different this year. Since hitting up the basketball courts won't be a possibility for a while, bring a mini version of the game indoors with this basketball-themed wastebasket. Hey, he's got to get his practice in any way he can, right?
Feugo Box Quarterly Hot Sauce Subscription
food52.com
$120.00
Give your spice-loving uncle the hottest gift this year (literally) with a quarterly subscription to Feugo Box. Four times a year, the best craft hot sauces will be delivered to his doorstep.
Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Reversible Grill/Griddle With Handles, 20 Inch x 10.5 Inch - One tray
Magneto Bamboo Longboards
Magneto
amazon.com
$129.99
These Magneto Bamboo Longboards are the perfect gift for your skate-obsessed uncle. The deck is made of bamboo and fiberglass for a sturdy ride.
Ripstop Climber Pant
vuoriclothing.com
$89.00
Whether he wears these pants while rock climbing or camping, your uncle is bound to appreciate these comfortable-yet-durable pants.
Brim 6 Cup Pour Over Coffee Maker Kit, Simply Make Rich, Full-Bodied Coffee Every Time, Set Includes Glass Carafe, SCA Measuring Scoop, Silicone Sleeve, and Healthy-Eco Reusable Filter, Black
Corkcicle Whiskey Wedge
Corkcicle
amazon.com
$24.95
If your uncle loves an old-fashioned, then this cool ice cube wedge will help him enjoy it in a whole new way.
A Cheese Spread
146 Reviews
murrayscheese.com
$95.00
All your uncle will need for this one is a great bottle of wine. With this gift, you'll be treating him to all the best pairings: English cheddar, brie, gruyere, manchego, cherry preserves, crackers, and almonds.
Tile Pro (2020) 4-pack - High Performance Bluetooth Tracker, Keys Finder and Item Locator for Keys, Bags, and More; 400 ft Range, Water Resistance and 1 Year Replaceable Battery
AirPods Case Cover with Keychain, Full Protective Silicone AirPods Accessories Skin Cover for Women Girl with Apple AirPods Wireless Charging Case,Front LED Visible-Black
SPGBK Watches Honeycutt Silicone Band Watch
SPGBK WATCHES
nordstrom.com
$79.99
This SPGBK watch is a super sleek monochromatic style that will take your uncle's accessory game to the next level.
uKeg Go Carbonated Growler and Craft Beverage Dispenser
GrowlerWerks
amazon.com
$94.00
This gift is the next best thing to actually taking him to a brewery. This dispenser will keep his favorite beer, kombucha, soda, and ciders cool and carbonated.
MLB Team Metallic Pint Glass
MLB
bedbathandbeyond.com
$24.99
The biggest baseball fan in your fam will love hydrating while repping the home team with these cool metallic glasses.
Hyperice Hypervolt GO
Hyperice
amazon.com
$199.00
The hype surrounding this one is worth it. Give the gift of pain relief thanks to the ultra-trendy Hyperice Hypervolt GO. Almost like having an in-house (and on-the-go) masseuse, this gadget will relieve tense muscles and knead them straight to recovery.
Solo Stove Ranger
Solo Stove
amazon.com
$229.49
This compact fire pit is the answer to any outdoorsy uncle's prayers. It promises less smoke and more fire for the perfectly cooked marshmallow or the juiciest, most delicious hot dogs.
Marshall Stockwell II Portable Speaker
Marshall
amazon.com
$249.99
Cool look? Check. Handle for travel? Yup. Super-long battery life? It's got that, too. Marshall's portable speaker is beyond durable (thank you, waterproofing!) so your uncle can jam out any time and any place.
Good Grips? Stainless Steel Grilling Skewers
OXO
bedbathandbeyond.com
$12.99
Help take your uncle's shish kabobs to the next level with these stainless steel skewers.
Lord of The Rings Three-Volume Book Set with Custom Design
Juniper Books
amazon.com
$149.99
Help your uncle take his love for this mystical trilogy up a notch with these special edition Lord of The Rings books designed with the the doors of Durin. The set also comes with a fold-out map of Middle Earth that he can reference during his read.
Sudski Shower Beer Holder
30 Watt
bedbathandbeyond.com
$14.99
If your uncle regularly talks about the life-changing qualities of a shower beer, then he'll love this water-resistant sillicone beer holder that grips to his shower wall with ease.
Thickening Shampoo Paste with Rassoul Clay
Christophe Robin
sephora.com
$53.00
You really can't go wrong a product that'll thicken and strengthen his hair. Made from pure rassoul clay and Tahitian algae, this shampoo rids hair of oils and impurities and strengthens strands, giving it more body.
AnOther 13 Eau de Parfum
LE LABO
nordstrom.com
$83.00
Everyone needs a signature scent. Help your uncle get his by gifting him this Le Labo fragrance.
The Moto Boot in Weatherproof Snuff Suede
Taylor Stitch
taylorstitch.com
$278.40
Functional shouldn't mean clunky or ugly, and these boots are the perfect example. They're waterproof, scuff resistant, comfortable, and stylish.
GOODEE x Barebones Set of 4 Gardening Tools
GOODEE
nordstrom.com
$90.00
If your uncle has a green thumb, he will love this 'barebones' set of gardening tools from GOODEE that he can use in his garden or yard.
MALIN+GOETZ Candle
MALIN+GOETZ
nordstrom.com
$55.00
Say thanks with a freshly scented candle made by Malin + Goetz. The candlemaker is known for unique and calming blends. Also, it's super cool-looking.
Kitchen Tools
materialkitchen.com
$245.00
Uncle's kitchen tools look worn and dingy? Hook him up with this sleek set. You can never go wrong gifting the fundamentals.
Lululemon Channel Cross Short 7" Liner
Lululemon
lululemon.com
$88.00
Now that the weather's warming up, swimwear is basically an essential. And your uncle will look super cool in these Lululemon swim shorts.
Ascot Chestnut Slipper
UGG
amazon.com
$109.95
For a snug fit, traction at the bottom, and cozy lining inside, these slippers are the way to go. And don't let the suede outside fool you, these are durable and will look good-as-new for years.
Torrentshell 3L Packable Waterproof Jacket
PATAGONIA
nordstrom.com
$149.00
A good raincoat goes a long way. This one's color-block design adds a pop of color to any outfit while shielding him from the elements.
Skill Board Balance Board
Skill Board
amazon.com
$148.00
If your uncle loves to challenge his physical fitness, get him this Skill Board Balance Board. He can work on his balancing skills while improving his core, upper and lower body strength.
Ooni Koda Outdoor Pizza Oven
Ooni
bespokepost.com
$329.00
Nothing says "summer night" like outdoor dining. This pizza oven is the gift that your uncle will use again and again and again. Bonus: There's no assembly required. All he has to do is take it out of the box and hook it up.
Apple Watch Series 6
Apple
amazon.com
$369.00
The Apple Watch is pretty much the ultimate gift when it comes to smart watches, especially if your uncle's been working on his fitness. It's a bit of splurge, sure, but isn't he worth it?
Off-White Logo Crew Socks
OFF-WHITE
nordstrom.com
$85.00
These Off-White crew socks have sick jacquard logos on a ribbed cotton material made from Italy. They're the perfect combination of comfort and style for your uncle.
Caputo & Co. Artisan Silver Chain Bracelet
CAPUTO AND CO
nordstrom.com
$185.00
If your uncle likes jewelry, he will love this hand-woven sterling silver bracelet from Caputo & Co. that has a sweet Ikat pattern.
Full Court Sport Logo Cotton Hoodie
FULL COURT SPORT
nordstrom.com
$65.00
This Full Court Sport hoodie is a Nordstrom exclusive brand that will prove your uncle is ahead of the fashion-game, all while remaining comfy.
Don't panic-order a tie this year.