Life & Style Blog - Dad
02 December 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
Can you believe December is already upon us again? The year has once again run with abandon toward the finishing line, which is a sparkling Christmas tree piled high with gifts… right? Right?! Oh, sweet religious deity of your choice. OK. Don't worry people, there's still time - and I'm here to help. Over the next three weeks, I'll be supplying you with gift ideas so ingenious the pain of Christmas shopping will be forever eliminated. Or at the very least, it'll be a starting point. First up? Those people who brought you into the world. Yeah, they're responsible for you being alive. Better make it good.
Your mum
Image source:Chanel Coco Mademoiselle EDP, $234, from Myer,Amalie tote, $269.95, from Witchery,Fast, Fresh, Simple recipes by Donna Hay, $39.99, from Myer
It's hard to go wrong with Chanel. Unless, of course, it's Chanel No. 5… Hot tip: unless that classic fragrance is already something your mum wears, don't go there. Every woman has worn No. 5 at some point in her life, and most are left with the Red Door syndrome - it's a very strong fragrance, easily overdosed on and therefore responsible for a bunch of headaches. Coco Mademoiselle is still musky and mature, but it doesn't smell like the 80s. Alternately there's always handbags, which every woman wears, every day (if you're having trouble selecting think about what they usually carry, choose a slight variation); or a new cook book. Donna Hay always goes down well at our house.
Your dad
Image source:Vue BBQ tool set in aluminium, $69.95 from Myer,Bose iPod sounddock, $549, from Myer,Sony Bloggie HD pocket video camera, $249, from Myer
Dads act like they don't care, but they do. My dad, for example, is a giant wuss who secretly/ not secretly loves attention and special gifts - which he will then leave in the box for 6 months until he's ready to integrate his new comb or whatever into his life. Anyway, buy your dad a toy in line with his interests, because all men, including dads, are really just kids at heart.
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Category: Featured
Tags: Dad, Mum, Myer, Witchery
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02 September 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
Dear dads,
Hello! Congratulations on surviving another year of fatherhood despite the screaming ankle/ knee/ chin/ scalp biters blaming you for their failures, dismissing your influence over any triumphs and always stealing $20 out of your wallet.
As a reward for your patience and readily available wad of cash, my gift to you is this priceless guide to being a cool dad.
That's right, gents! Throw those sock-sandal combos away, because I'm going to help you transform from Dr. Karl Kennedy to the handsomest dad on TV: Don Draper. But don't worry - this miracle transformation won't turn you in to a misogynist womaniser; we'll work to retain the stellar personality and unrealised rockstar dreams that make Dr. Karl one of Ramsay Street's most attractive residents (on the inside. If Don Draper moved into Ramsay Street, Susan would be ALL OVER that man-cake*).
NASH Blazer With Contrast Black Lapel, $449.00, available at Politix;Dean Chronograph Black Dial, $179.00 , available at Fossil;STOCKHOLM Black Strap Dress Boot, $299.00, available at Politix;
Step 1: Suit up
You'd never, ever catch Don Draper in a cuddly Coogee jumper. Thick knits suggest weakness and are for farmers or small-town doctors that seem to specialise in all areas of medicine. Regardless of your stance on farmers, every man should own a killer suit, and funnily enough, retro, Draper-style suits are in vogue at the moment. Skinny ties and narrow lapels are the order of the day - keep it crisp and buttoned all the way up. The neatness of a retro-style suit is all in the fit: make sure the shoulders sit on the very edge of your natural shoulder and don't pull across the upper arm. You'll want about 1cm of cuff to peek outside of the jacket, and for the trouser leg to finish at the middle of your laces.
Step 2: Watch out
Even if mobile phones existed in the 60s, you wouldn't catch Don shuffling in his pockets to find the time like some child-wimp. He tells the time from his wrist or asks his secretary shortly before seducing her. And every man should have a killer watch or two. I say two, because the dress watch and everyday watch are different, equally important things. Don't, for example, team your scrappy leather watch with a suit; that's a classic Karl Kennedy move. You want something elegant and steel faced peeking out of your shirt sleeve to show you mean business.
Step 3: Hot shoe it
Believe me when I say that SHOES are IMPORTANT. I'm not sure what happened to leave the psychotically-obsessed-with-shoes gene out of the male conscience but let me keep it short: your shoes should never be white, leather and lace up all at the same time. Runners are for running only. Do not team them with your work jeans. (Also, I don't know how I feel about work jeans but I'm sure Karl Kennedy has a wardrobe of them). Thongs are not shoes, they're rubber socks and should be treated as such. And it's OK to buy shoes more than once every two years. I won't tell anyone.
*Are Karl and Susan still alive and together? I stopped watching Neighbours about 10 years ago.
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Category: Featured
Tags: Dad, Fossil, Politix
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14 April 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
Just because the easter bunny is seemingly obsessed with all things pretty, foil covered and dyed in pastel tones; there's no reason to leave the gents wanting. Unfortunately, it's an indisputable fact that men everywhere are totally impossible to buy for (unless you've got enough mullah stashed for a jet ski/ playstation/ whichever other man toy is currently taking men by storm). The smaller, less expensive gifts for men are harder to come by; so with that in mind I've done the benevolent genius thing and picked a few for you so your head doesn't explode prior to the break.
Kit him out
Davenport body fit trunk in navy, $22.95; Kenji Snood plain tee, $19.95; Bonds long sleeve tee, $26.95; all available from Myer
While I'm sure there's something totally alluring about that Team Building Exercise 1999 tee that he wears to bed every night (those memories will surely fade without a t-shirt complete with iron on transfer), this is the perfect opportunity to stock him up on all of those basics that are otherwise ignored in favour of hole filled golden oldies. Socks, jocks and t-shirts: sure, they might not be the most exciting gift, but in terms of sheer cleanliness and comfort, they are the gifts that keep giving.
Let him play
Dome Spongebob Squarepants popcorn maker, $29.95; Top Gear boardgame, $29.95; The Strokes Angles, $19.95; all available from Myer
Here's another sweeping generalisation based on sexist notions: inside every man is a little boy, just drying to get out and play with Meccano. And it's usually not even buried that deep. Indulge his playful side with a gift that tries about as hard to look adult as he does – the Spongebob popcorn maker will deliver tasty kernels of joy in a hilarious yellow case, the Top Gear boardgame perfect for any guy who's trying his utmost to be The Stig in a distinctly un-Stig-like vehicle, and The Strokes? Well, those guys are just cool.
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Category: Best Buys
Tags: Dad, Myer
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01 September 2010, by Forrest Chase
Myer has all you need to give dad the best present this Father's Day (Sunday 5th Septmeber), with a great assortment of categories and products to choose from in every store.
Image source: Myer
16. Perfect Solutions Shower Clock / Radio with Fog Free Mirror
Shave, get a weather update, check the time and listen to your favourite radio program without leaving the shower. The Perfect Solutions Shower Clock/Radio with Fog Free Mirror is a great gift idea for the time efficient dad. $49.95
17. Books & DVDs
You can’t go wrong with a good new book or DVD for Father’s Day. Choose from great titles including:
- Shane Crawford ‘That’s What I’m Talking About’ (Book) – normally $49.95 now $32.45
- Ross Dobson ‘Grillhouse: Gastropub at Home’ (Book) - $25.95
- ‘Top Gear Supercars: The World’s Fastest Cars’ (Book) – normally $49.95 now $32.45
- Arthur Bancroft with John Harman ‘Arthur’s War’ (Book) – normally $39.95 now $25.95
- Cricket’s Greatest Wonders & Blunders (DVD) - $24.95
- Top Gear Series 12 DVD - $49.95
- Hamish & Andy’s Caravan of Courage: Great Britain and Ireland DVD - $29.95
18. Universal Wine Bottle Bar set
This stylish and convenient Wine Bottle Bar Set is a great way to store your bar accessories at home and easy to transport. $39.95
19. Pens
A sleek new pen makes a great gift for any dad. Choose from a great range including:
- Parker Urban Ebony Black Chrome Trim Ball Pen – was $69.95 now $59.95
- Parker Urban Stainless Steel Chrome Trim Ball Pen – was $37.95 now $18.75
- Waterman Hemisphere Stainless Steel Gold Trim Ball Pen – was $99.95 now $74.95
- Waterman Hemisphere Stainless Steel Chrome Trim Ball Pen – was $94.95 now $69.95
20. VUE Tool Sets
These VUE tool sets will help your handy man dad with his projects around the house. See in store for the:
- VUE Men’s 14 in 1 Multi Function Tool seat featuring a can opener, a fish scaler, a hook remover, a file, a small slotted screwdriver, a medium slotted screwdriver, a large slotted screwdriver, a Philips screwdriver, ruler, long nose pliers, standard pliers, wire cutter, a small knife and a medium knife. $9.95
- VUE Men’s 3-piece DIY Multi Tool Set features a 14-in-1 Multi-tool with carry case, a 6-in-1 adjustable wrench and a flashlight. $34.95
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Category: Best Buys
Tags: Dad, Myer
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