While Yeti makes our all-time favorite cooler, you might not want to shell out nearly $1,000 (!!) for his gift. Fortunately, you can get him the Yeti he loves at a more affordable price point (i.e. less than $25) with the popular Rambler mug. Made of double vacuum-insulated stainless steel, it has nearly 12,000 reviews on Amazon for keeping coffee steaming hot (or their water ice cold) for hours.
Founded in a garage by bike messenger Rob Honeycutt 25 years ago, the Timbuk2 is an original San Francisco brand known for the design of quality accessories, bags and packs that last for a lifetime. All products created by Timbuk2 are made with style and a passion for durability and functionality. The Timbuk2 Q Laptop Backpack is an original backpack that comes complete with a padded laptop compartment secure enough to fit a 17” Macbook. Keep yourself hydrated and your laptop safe with a side pocket that can contain your water bottle. The Timbuk2 Q also comes with the industry-leading brand’s legendary lifetime warranty. Be sure to also check out our list of the best laptop bags for more great items like this.
In this strange, strange year, a 1,000-piece Lego set (1,023 pieces, to be exact) paired with a cup of coffee sounds like the perfect Saturday-morning getaway from Dad’s usual doomscrolling. We’ve been drooling over Lego’s The Mandalorian Razor Crest set since we first saw it at Toy Fair in the Before Times. (How can you resist tiny Baby Yoda?) We think dads who are Star Wars fans will get a kick out of it, too.
This sometimes-a-pajama top from Carve Designs is just the sort of do-it-all fashion staple every woman can use this year. It’s just as easy to sleep in as it is to lounge around the house, run errands, or take the dog for a walk. She can wear it with the brand’s matching bottoms or with her favorite distressed denim, yoga pants, or waffle-knit shorts. Looking for something for that special older woman in your life? These gifts for grandma are ones that she’ll cherish.
With battery life that can last about a week, the Garmin Fenix 5S is an outdoorsy fitness watch made for a dad. It has an accurate heart rate monitor, GPS and GLONASS satellite positioning, workout tracking, and step counting. The 5S is particularly nice, because it fits a wider variety of wrists, both large and small, but there are plenty of other awesome fitness trackers if you're shopping for someone with particular needs.
The Victorinox Expandable Carry On is the ideal carrier for short trips as it meets most regulations concerning carry-ons. This bag is made of sturdy tent fabric yet is extremely lightweight. You can store many items in the various zippered pockets found in the carry-on’s interior. It also provides a full protection space to keep tablets and laptops with a width of up to 17″. Don’t forget to also check our guide to the best Victorinox luggage sets, for more great products like this.
If the guy in your life has been locked up inside the house, it might be time for a weekend getaway (while being safe and socially distant, of course). If that’s the case, he’ll love this small duffel bag from Baboon to the Moon, which is waterproof and made with super-durable OM Stardust Ballistic shell material. Need more than a weekend? It also comes in a larger size for a more extended escape. And if he packs super light, there’s also a mini size for shorter trips.
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The Filson Rugged Twill Tote Bag makes a great present for Dad for the same reasons we love it as a gift for any other occasion: It’s lightweight, well constructed, and can suit any occasion, from running errands to sitting in on a business meeting. And it has a standard but elevated design that makes it appear as though the wearer has it all together, too (even if that’s not the case). The Filson tote is made from 100% cotton water-repellent twill, and the inner seams are bound to protect them from fraying. Basically, it’s safeguarded against all of the activities that dads are wont to do—but in case you’re still worried, the Filson Tote has a lifetime warranty.
Looking for affordable stocking stuffers? Or the perfect present for the woman you adore? What about the guy who buys whatever he wants all year long? We’ve got tons of suggestions for you—from tech gifts and kitchen gadgets they won’t know how they ever lived without to cozy clothing and beauty must-haves they’ll use all the time. So, don’t stress! We’ve got you covered…even if you’re shopping at the eleventh hour for last-minute Christmas gifts you need to arrive the very next day.
If Dad needs a serious wallet makeover, the Ridge Wallet is a great choice. It clamps together with a unique elastic design to hold anywhere from one to 12 cards, plus some cash in a money clip on one side. A groove on one edge lets you press out the card or cards you want, and the frame is made of metal with a lifetime guarantee. If rigidness isn't of interest, try the Big Skinny Wallet. It's what I've used for years.
Got a carb lover on your list? You’ve just found the perfect unique gift. This countertop machine provides fresh-baked goodness without your giftee ever having to leave home—and delivers it in under two hours with the express cycle. There’s even a keep-warm function that allows up to 60 minutes of additional warming, so everyone in the house gets a fresh taste from the family bakery. For more ideas for home chefs, check out these other kitchen gadgets they’ll wish they had years ago.
If he loved chocolate milk as a kid, this elevated health-focused version in a can will be the wow-worthy gift he’ll want to add to his regular routine. It’s a lactose-free, low-sugar, non-GMO, and high-protein take on everyone’s favorite childhood drink, with each can boasting a full 17 grams of protein and only 130 calories. It’s also a great protein solution for vegetarians who still enjoy dairy.
Please note that while many of these gifts will still ship before Christmas with free shipping (we even updated links for select gifts that sold out on Amazon that are still available from other retailers!), you may have to pay for expedited shipping for certain gifts. Be sure to read the fine print before purchasing as shipping times are changing each day.