SMALL GESTURES They say the best things come in small packages. While, some might think socks are predictable, we say they’re practical. Who doesn’t love opening a fresh pair of socks? Gift a pair of plain, striped and patterned together as a thoughtful trio. For the smartly dressed man, a tie will never go a miss, while a scarf will warm him up in the coldest of weather. PRACTICAL PIECES Keep dad looking sharp every day with a shirt. If he’s a short-sleeve kind of guy, look to gingham and check shirt styles, otherwise you can’t go wrong with a classic Oxford shirt. Maybe he doesn’t wear shirts on a regular basis, but you can rest assured he’ll love knitwear. Present him with a neat fitting sweater in V-neck or crew neck and watch his face beam. TRICKY TO BUY FOR Don’t forget about leather goods when treating dad. Even the most difficult to buy for can’t resist the supple touch of leather accessories. Every man needs a belt and it tends to be something they never buy themselves. Find one to suit in timeless brown or help keep him organised with a streamlined leather wallet for storing credit cards, loose change and receipts. It’s a gift with longevity.