Does it feel like men are the hardest to shop for? I know it does for me! With Father’s Day around the corner I rounded up some tried and true gifts that have been loved by us (especially Braun!).
Fold Up Chairs – These chair are always in mine and Braun’s car and have come in handy so many times. They fold up so small and are easy to take anywhere.
Stanley Cooler – When Stanley launched these I was giddy. They hold so much and keep things cold for a long time. It’s super easy to carry because of the backpack. It has mesh pockets on the outside that fit quite a bit, a smaller zipper pocket, and a metal frame so you don’t have to hold the large opening while getting things out because it stays open!
Smart Meat Thermometer – This thermometer connects to your phone which is perfect for grilling or smoking meat!
Hatch Restore – I’ve been using this for quite some time now and LOVE it. It has a lot of functions, but my favorite is the sound machine and the light alarm. It gradually gets brighter and brighter to wake you up gradually and it works!
Retractable Charger – I bought these for the girls for Christmas and they’ve been so handy. There’s a USBC and a USB cord.
Andar – We’ve gifted these to all the men in our family, they are the best wallets and have the coolest features! We love the air tag holders, airpod cases, laptop cases, and so much more. They have amazing leather goods!
Lola Blankets – The softest blankets EVER. Seriously, you won’t find a softer one. All my kids use to steal mine and I ended up getting them all their own. You won’t find a better blanket. Code TARA will save you!
Stanley Cups – I came home one day to about 20 of these in the kitchen.. Braun loves them. They’ve got that amazing Stanley quality, but in cup form, plus they have a lid! He uses them daily.
&Collar Shirt – Have you guys seen these? They are WILD. Super stretchy dress shirts that repel water + food spills like it’s magic. Braun and the boys love them! Code TARA will save you!
Anker Charging Cable – Braun’s biggest pet peeve is when people steal his chargers.. so now he has about 10 of them that I’m sure will disappear over the next few months. haha These are our faves! They have both USB-C and LIGHTING.
Car Litter Bags – There are a ton of great patterns in stock right now! If the men if your life hate trash in their car, this is a mini trash can they can keep all the trash in one place.
Loop Ear Plugs – Purchased these when we forgot Dash’s teeth grinding retainer at home while we were in Disney last year. Super comfortable to wear and blocked out *his noise* wonderfully.
Theragun – This really helps to loosen up those muscles and knots. We both like the mini one too because it’s compact enough to bring along anywhere.
Maui Jim Sunglasses – Braun’s favorite sunglasses to wear everyday..
Golf Forever Training Aid – Helps with your golf swing technique.
Phillips Trimmer – One of the top sellers the last three years.. and for good reason! This bad boy is amazing at getting all the neck + back hair and a crisp, clean line. I also use it to cute my boys’ hair, there’s tons of attachments that come with it.
Bose Ear Buds – I bought these earlier this year because I was sick of my airpods. They are a game changer. I love that I can hear what’s going on around, but no one can hear what I’m listening to. They don’t hurt my ears either. I have heard feedback that they aren’t great with phone calls but I am not the kind of person who talks on the phone sooo…. anyway, they are an audiobook lovers dream.
Travel Blackstone – Braun loves his big Blackstone so much we thought this little tailgater would be nice for camping.. we took it to the mountains a few times last summer, camping, and to our family reunion and it was great for all of it! Folds up like a briefcase.
Melin Hat – Pretty much the only hats Braun wears. Comes in 15 colors. It’s moisture wicking, floats in water, and has a thumbprint to keep the under part of the visor clean.
lululemon Slides – I raved about these for a long time and Braun decided to get a pair. He now understand the hype! They’re the comfiest slides we’ve ever worn and both our boys requested pairs too.
Oura Ring – Braun and I loved our apple watch for a long time and it was so cool that it could track sleep, but being able to just wear a ring instead of a watch is far better. The oura ring will also track activity, heart rate, and so much more during the day. We both wear them every day. Technology is so cool!
Peak System Phone Case– This is awesome! The case has a magnetic square on the back that attaches into all of their products. They have car mounts, bike mounts (we use these on our bikes!), motorcycle mounts, wallets, tripods, wall mounts, charging stands… I’m telling you this thing is COOL. Braun has used it for years and loves it.
Dr. Squatch Lip Balm – Braun has been going down a rabbit hole of cleaner/ better for you products and discovered Dr. Squatch. He’s been loving their lip balm! He and the kids have also been using their deodorant and loving it!
Chirp Wheels – We love these so much that we even travel with one! haha It gives you the best back stretch and pop of your life.
Mini Manscaper – I bought this for both Braun and Dash for Christmas and they’ve both loved it. Braun keeps his in his travel bag because it’s so compact.
Chirp Wheel – If I had to choose one chirp wheel to buy it would be this one! The knots get the muscles around the spine and the stretch is soooo good.
Coconu – Nothing says “HFD” like all natural lube right? If you’ve been searching for an amazing, all natural lube, look no further. You’re husband will love you for this one. I prefer the oil based, but the water and hemp based are amazing too! Code TARA will save you 15%.
Jack Black Lip Balm – Our family’s favorite SPF lip balm! Perfect stocking stuffer.
Anker Generator – We bought this for summer camping trips and it’s so great. Pumps up air mattresses, charges phones, etc. You can charge with your car or through solar which is nice.
Golf Cart Phone Mount – This phone mount hooks onto the side of the golf cart! Easy to install and uninstall.
Dome Dock – If your significant other owns a lot of baseball caps, but has nowhere to put them, this is for them. You drill it into the wall and are able to stack tons of hats up!
Drift Car Air Freshener – These were in our friend’s car that we borrowed and Braun immediately purchased. The smell isn’t too powerful and it’s sooo good. We get the Teak scent!
Blackstone Grill – We’ve loved this blackstone for cooking up the canyon, camping, and at neighbors houses. It folds down and rolls like a suitcase so it’s really convenient!
Here’s all the Blackstone accessories he’s bought since getting it:
Oura Ring – Braun and I loved our apple watch for a long time and it was so cool that it could track sleep, but being able to just wear a ring instead of a watch is far better. The oura ring will also track activity, heart rate, and so much more during the day. We both wear them every day. Technology is so cool!
Pocket Knife with Scissors – Another great pocket knife option and this one has scissors!
Louis Vuitton Lovers Cologne – Braun bought this on our trip to NYC a few months ago and gets asked about it at least once every time he wears it! It smells SO GOOD. He wears 6 colognes and this is one of the 6. Smells so good. Don’t let the girly bottle fool you. Another great one is Meteore by LV.
Prada Cologne – Another one of Braun’s “signature scents”.. although can you only have one signature scent? He has about 5! haha
Airpod Max – They’re so nice for on the airplane and sync to everything so seamlessly.
Sleep Crown – I’ll promote this til the end of time. A pillow that goes over your head and blocks out sounds and light. It has changed mine and Braun’s sleeping game. If you’ve got someone who works nights + sleeps during the day, they’ll love this! Braun also loves the queen pillow from them. They are MAGICAL.
Airfly – You’ve heard me talk about this for ages.. Braun doesn’t travel without one (neither do I). It makes the headphone jack on your airplane screen bluetooth compatible so you don’t have to wear the uncomfortable airplane corded ones.
Ooni Pizza Oven – This was the year of outdoor kitchen gadgets for Braun. We LOVE the Ooni oven. It can cook pizzas in 30 seconds. One of our favorite family nights is build your own pizza night. So much fun!
Yurman Silver Chain – I bought this for Braun two Christmases ago! I got him the 18″.. it is super great quality and he has worn it everyday since!
Fair Harbor Swim Trunks – They’ve got tons of different lengths + pattern options. Braun loves the liner that they have in them.
Fire Stick – I leave one of these in my luggage at all times, it makes a regular TV a smart TV and when you unplug it, it keeps you logged in to all your accounts which is such a bonus. So nice if your husband travels!
Yeti Cooler – We love Yeti coolers, this one is a great size for adventures! Has a shoulder strap too for easy carrying.
Gun Safe – If you own a gun, it’s important to keep it locked away SAFELY. This has been the best safe and Braun is obsessed with it. It screws into the back of your nightstand and has a fingerprint and code option. I love it because you can’t see it.
Top Notch Jerky – This is the best jerky ever and my entire family is OBSESSED. We love the original, teriyaki, and hot + sweet. We love the wagon wheels, but the ranch cut is great too. Code TARA saves you 10% off your order!
Top 1 Percenter Journal – I’m super proud of Braun.. he created this journal! It’s centered around hitting your goals and being the Top 1 Percent in different areas of your life… in your family, your job, your spirituality, etc!
Apron – If you’re getting a Blackstone then add this to the list.. or even if who your shopping for loves to cook/ grill. Braun has loved this apron.
Crossbody – Braun loves a good crossbody, this one has been great!
BOOKS BRAUN LOVES:
How to Win Friends and Influence People
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters
Need a quick gift from the kids? These are a fave of mine! So simple, captures your kids personality and comes from the heart. I’ve added these to the Father’s Day gift guide the last couple of years and you guys have loved them. ENJOY!!
Another one of Braun’s favorite gifts that we surprised him with was a home video.. So many of you still ask me about it! It’s all linked up in this blog post.. We love watching it still to this day! Braun absolutely loved it and I would recommend this to any of you looking for an awesome gift. It’s a great way to capture your kids at the ages they are now and preserve a little bit of what life is like.
