Gifting ideas for the favourite men in your life, just in time for Father's Day
Be sure to get additional savings with the ongoing 6.6 Sales and get more bang for your bucks for your father, husband, brother, uncle and everyone in between!
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Buying gifts for men can be tricky. That’s why Yahoo Shopping is here to provide you with shopping inspiration and gifting ideas for your father, significant other, bestie, brother or anyone in between. Be it the upcoming Father’s Day (18 June for the uninitiated), birthdays, anniversaries or celebrating special milestones, there’s a gift for every occasion.
Shoes maketh the man
A comfortable pair of shoes is quintessential to any man’s wardrobe staple. But, for understated elegance, you will always go right with Danish premium leather footwear and lifestyle brand Ecco. Celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, Ecco’s newly launched Ecco60 shoes are ideal for everyday wear, work and travel. Not only are they lightweight, but they are also durable and presentable to boot. In time for the 6.6 sales, get up to 50% off Ecco shoes on Lazada.
Ecco 6.6 Sale on Lazada
Of course, when it comes to off-days, don a pair of Skechers or Crocs for neighbourhood jaunts or when headed to the beach. And if your man is a fan of Transformers, take note: The Skechers X Transformers collab, which includes Skechers shoes, bags, caps, T-shirts and waist pouches, will surely bring a smile to your man's face. So why not go to the cinema to catch the ongoing Transformers: Rise of the Beasts?
Shop Skechers X Transformers
From now until 11 June, Crocs has free shipping for footwear orders for Father's Day. New to Crocs? Get 15% off on your first order. While stocks last, so don’t miss out!
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Stylish casual sandals, sliders and slippers that go with everything in your wardrobe!
Fitness, sports and wellness
Is your man into sports and fitness? Then go to the newly opened Sun & Sand sports retail boutique at Raffles City, level 2. Pick and choose his favourite sports gear at an expansive 11,000 sq ft. The new SSS store brings together over 90 diverse sports brands across varying sports and intensity levels. There’s also a digital scanner to find the best fit for your feet.
Too much of a hassle to jostle with the crowd? You will go right with high-performance Asics shoes and apparel. Get the well-reviewed Novablast 3 or the ultra-comfortable Asics Gel-Nimbus 25, ideal for walks, runs and other sports. With the ongoing 6.6 Sale, enjoy up to 40% off Asics' online exclusive sale.
Help him track his fitness progress with the trusty Garmin fitness tracking device or a Fitbit and see him get fit and fitter.
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Fashion, Home & Living, Gadgets
Are you looking to add new touches to your home to make your man's work-from-home more comfortable? Adding a piece or two to his tired wardrobe? You will go right with Marks & Spencer and Robinsons, known for their wide range of merchandise, especially for men. For men taller than average, try M&S’s Big & Tall selection for shirts, pants and everything else.
You will be satisfied with Robinsons’ sartorial options for men, whether for the weekend, work or travel. Of course, gaming accessories, gadgets, audio accessories, and computing merchandise are wise bets.
Always look to Razer – men's best friend in gaming. And don’t miss out on the new OSIM throne V Gaming Massage Chair, decorated with the Transformers logo that offers bragging rights and ultra-comfort during those hybrid work days.
Shop Osim on Lazada
Shop Osim X Transformers on Amazon
Shop Osim X Transformers on Amazon
Is your dad or man a Star Wars fan? Why not get him a limited-edition Casetify Star Wars X The Mandalorian phone case with the ongoing Season 3 showing on DisneyPlus?
Toys and Collectibles
Collectibles are one of man's best friends. So get them all, be it transformer toys, Star Wars Lego sets, Popmart figurines or even Marvel X Swarovski jewellery. So now your man gets to wear his favourite movie franchise or anime daily.
Marvel X Swarovski
Grooming
Men may care little about beauty products but should never skimp on grooming. There’s no better product to kickstart a grooming routine than Manscaped’s wide range of grooming kits, from trimming unwanted nose hair to bath essentials to landscaping below. From facial to body hair, Manscaped’s got your man covered.
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Manscaped Perfect Package 2.0 Kit
Includes The Lawn Mower 2.0, Electric Groin Hair Trimmer, Ball Deodorant, Body Wash, Performance Spray-on-Body Toner, Luxury Nail Kit, Toiletry Bag, Shaving Mats
And while at it, why not consider LookFantastic’s Father’s Day kit? At only S$78.20, you get an entire skincare kit that's well worth S$240. The skincare kit is a fantastic gift for any man who loves luxury and the ease of an on-the-go routine. This ultimate skin, body and hair care starter kit features ten high-performance products (eight of them in full sizes). Remember to input the discount code "FATHERBOX" at check-out to enjoy the special price.
LookFantastic’s Father’s Day kit
If your man is suffering from sensitive skin, be sure to give Kiehl’s a try. Known for their extra calming ingredients suited for those with sensitive skin, this is one skincare staple everyone should have. Top recommendations include the bestselling Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser, Kiehl's Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash, Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol-Free Toner, Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream, Kiehl's Ultra Light Daily Uv Defense Spf 50 Pa++++ Anti-Pollution and more.
Shop Kiehl’s at Tangs
Known for its non-irritating formulas, Paula’s Choice is another good skincare alternative for special skin needs. In celebration of its 28th anniversary, the brand is launching limited-edition anniversary kits for various skin types. Check out Paula's Choice limited edition anniversary kits at individual shopping platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, Zalora and Amazon.
Fresh-smelling breath and dental health are two of the most important aspects of grooming. Be sure to try the Listerine Limited-Edition Mouthwash Sakura & Peach Zest, or Listerine Total Care Zero Mouthwash, 100ml, with none of the typical alcohol burn you experience.
Shop Listerine mouthwash
Shop dental care at Zenyum
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Complete your favourite man’s grooming routine with the right scent. Veer away from the usual suspects and try out Penhaligon’s new fragrance, Solaris Eau de Parfum, or Penhaligon’s Portraits Scent Library Fragrance Set, available at Sephora.
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If your man is into the arts and science, head to the Artsicence Museum’s newest exhibition, the Sensory Odyssey: Into the Heart of Our Living World. Get your tickets here.
Food – the way to a man’s heart
There's nothing like food to warm the cockles of one's heart and no better way to bond than over food. But, hey, we are not called a foodie nation for nothing.
Book dad a staycay at the world-famous Marina Bay Sands and satiate his love for good food at WAKUDA Restaurant & Bar which has recently unveiled a brand-new sushi omakase offering, available from 6pm on Friday and Saturday evenings in an ultra-exclusive enclave tucked away in a private space.
Are you planning to host a party at home? Look no further than L’Arte Pizza & Focaccia’s (L’Arte) recently launched 12-inch pizza Classic. With recipes created by award-winning pizzaiolo Radostin Kiryazov, who has over 30 years of pizza-making experience, all the pizzas are hand-kneaded daily with flour imported exclusively from Italy and served with artisanal toppings—book on FoodPanda.
Or try Dian Xiao Er's newly launched Ready-to-Eat Dishes, which allows you to whip up delicious meals by just heating dishes such as melt-in-your-mouth Braised Pork Belly with Spicy Sour Mustard Greens and savour the tender Ginseng Kampong Chicken.
In time for the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival, the new Swensen’s Rice Dumpling Ice Cream comes in an all-new Genmaicha flavour! The delectable ice cream is handcrafted to resemble the real deal, complete with a wrapping of 'bamboo leaves secured with 'woven string' and dusted with shimmery gold dust for a touch of luxe. So get one for Dad and let him be pleasantly surprised. For a celebration with the extended family, be sure to order Swensen's New Smartly Dressed Gentleman Ice Cream Cake, available only during Father’s Day period. Get them on FoodPanda.
Fun day out at new or refreshed malls
Those looking for air-conditioned comfort when out and about can consider making a trip to the newly opened Woodleigh Mall. New food options and fun and games abound. Paragon Shopping Mall is another great option with the newly opened luxury retail store Avenue on 3, on level 3, and Crazy Rich Thai Cafe on level 1, both exclusive to Paragon. At the same time, check out new shop such as Anta, Jynns and more.
Or check out the newly revamped VivoCity's reconfigured retail and F&B zone spanning 56,000 square feet at Lobby L, level 1. Expect the usual big names such as Tangs, fashion and beauty stores including Polo Ralph Lauren, Parfums Christian Dior, PRADA, Chloé Atelier des Fleurs, Rituals, on top of F&B additions such as Waa Cow!, Tiong Bahru Bakery, The Providore, and Belle-Ville Pancake & Coffee. The new area is welcoming and spacious to boot, allowing baby prams and wheelchairs to come and go with ease.
To celebrate the opening, VivoCity is offering exciting rewards from now till 25 June:
Redeem a mystery gift with a minimum spend of S$80 mall-wide, limited to first 120 shoppers daily on weekdays and 240 shoppers daily on weekends and public holidays
Redeem a S$20 TANGS voucher and gift of choice with a minimum spend of S$200 mall-wide, limited to first 100 shoppers daily on weekdays and 200 shoppers daily on weekends and public holidays
From now till 31 August, VivoCity will be giving away 6 million VRPoints for the first 10,000 transactions made with a minimum spend of $20 at any of the stores in the new retail zone on Level 1.
With every spend of S$20 in a same-day single receipt, shoppers can enjoy the various weekend Fringe Activities running from 5pm to 9pm on selected weekends such as:
10, 11, 17 & 18 June: Make It Truly Yours - a hot stamping booth for shoppers to monogram their items
Now till 18 June | Every Sat & Sun: Plus, Say Cheese! - a photobooth for friends and family
Have a wonderful Father's Day celebration however you choose to show appreciation to the special men in your heart.
