Father's Day Gifts From Nordstrom
Bring Out the Kid in Him With These 10 Father's Day Gifts From Nordstrom
Some of the best and most unexpected gifts evoke a fond memory or emotion from the past — and we're not just saying that because nostalgia happens to be trendy. This year, surprise the father in your life with something that brings out his child-like nature. Whether it's a pair of retro-inspired kicks that allow him to express himself or kitschy cookware to help him get creative in the kitchen, these fun and thoughtful ideas will make him feel giddy.
1 '90s Sneakers
Admit it: you make fun of your dad's style for being stuck in the past. Well, luckily for him, chunky, retro dad sneakers are having a major moment. Take him back to the '90s with a pair of the iconic Nike Air Max sneakers ($110), which will keep him comfy, stylish, and right in step with the "cool kids."
2 A Turntable
He may have had a turntable growing up, and now he can relive his musical memories with this turntable entertainment system ($169). Complete with speakers and built-in Bluetooth, it's a modern upgrade he'll appreciate.
3 A Colorful Windbreaker
Combine durable functionality and retro, colorblocked style with this The North Face pullover ($79), which is compressible and water-repellent and comes in a handful of primary-color combinations. Throw this on, and adventure is practically guaranteed.
4 A Terrarium
While you might not be able to gift him free time to spend outdoors, the next-best thing is a mini terrarium ($185) to help bring the outdoors to him. The sleek design can house small plants, ferns, or mosses for him to nurture and display.
5 A Playful Apron
A functional item gets a modern upgrade with this cool canvas apron ($80). With its contrast trimming in kid-like shades, he'll look forward to throwing this on — just in time for manning the grill for Summer barbecues . . . because that's such a dad thing.
6 Grown-Up Kraft Paper
To-do lists just got a whole lot more exciting thanks to this daily roller ($102) that dispenses kraft paper from a sleek wall bracket. Whether he uses it to create grocery shopping lists, jot down ideas, or simply to doodle, the blank slate encourages him to get creative.
7 A Chef Knife
If he loves spending time in the kitchen, nothing will get him more excited than a real-deal professional chef knife ($39). This one is crafted in France with a rust-proof stainless steel blade, but it's the colorful wooden handle that makes a very "adult" item feel fun.
8 A Denim Jacket
If he grew up wearing Levi's, he'll appreciate a classic denim jacket ($90) from the brand. Between the timeless design and the durable denim, this staple piece just gets better with age.
9 A Polaroid Camera
Give him a blast from the past with a refurbished Polaroid camera ($190). Its easy-to-use functionality, instant gratification element, and retro colors and patterns will make him feel like a kid with a shiny new toy to play with.
10 A Bento Box
Re-create the excitement of packed lunches with a nifty Japanese-style bento box ($30). The design is sleek and sophisticated but infused with just the right amount of retro fun with exciting colors.
