INTRODUCING DAD MAIL
Just kidding, but read on for our first dad-themed edition!!!
Hi mamas! How is it almost June??? For me, this means my husband’s birthday and Father’s Day are around the corner. While I’ve been searching for the perfect presents, I’ve saved my favorite DIY ideas and gifts to celebrate the guys, dads, father figures, grandpas, etc., in our lives. Read on for our first annual father-themed Mom Mail. <3
DM TO A DAD IF…
He may need a reminder of just how great he is
He’s fully embracing his ‘dad uniform’ stage of life
He’s a girl dad to his core and is absolutely doing an incredible job
He keeps every single piece of junk, knowing one day it will have a purpose
He’s in his snoring and keeping everyone awake era
He’d relate to this story on parenting and patience from Penn Badgley
Father’s Day Gift Guides
Still on the hunt for the perfect Father’s Day gift? Lucky for you, I’ve got you covered with tons of ideas that will arrive (or can be made) before June 15th. Scroll to explore picks at all price points, from funny $28 graphic tees to splurge-worthy vintage items, plus crafts you can make with a quick trip to Target or with items you likely already have at home.
TO SHOP:
From sentimental keepsakes to outdoor essentials, this shopping guide has something for (nearly!) every type of dad—whether he’s into golf, grilling, or just cracking jokes.
THE TRAVEL DAD - I’m obsessed with this hybrid duffle garment bag, and am kind of mad I didn’t think to invent this myself? Available in 8+ colors, a few sizes, and one even has wheels. | $180, Halfday.com
THE GRILL DAD - This gift is really one for the whole fam, think, smash burgers, grilled pancakes and bacon etc., etc. Plus, it is free from PFAS, BPA, lead, cadmium, aluminum, and more toxins commonly found in other grill products. | $199, madeincookware.com
THE ACCESSORIZED DAD - Aside from watches, I personally struggle to be a decisive shopper when it comes to men's jewelry. Until now! This braided leather bracelet with sterling silver custom custom engraved beads is a style-neutral and sentimental option. | $88, MYKA.com
THE SELF-CARE DAD - Clean up his skincare routine with this non-toxic set that includes deodorant, moisturizing cream, a spray toner, and a cleansing bar. | $104, primallypure.com
THE DAD JOKE DAD - We hear a lot about hot mom summer, but since their holiday is coming up, we can let them have their moment with this joke-y tee. | $28, tribelacrosse.com
THE ALFRESCO DAD - Not to be confused with the grill dad, this dad loves to host outdoor dinner parties. He loves his deck, pool or patio. A tabletop fire pit is the perfect centerpiece for his famous alfresco meals. | $90, solostove.com
THE GOLF DAD - My fam has loved Allbirds since the start, and now that they make golf shoes, we’re even bigger fans. | $145, allbirds.com
THE SENTIMENTAL DAD - These customized photo books from Papier are a sweet way to look back on memories and are perfect for displaying in any dad's office. Customize the gift further when you pick from three sizes and five colors. | $29+, papier.com
THE ‘WHERE’S MY WALLET’ DAD - A low-profile card case that also fits an AirTag. He’ll be grateful for you every time he misplaces the thing (which is all the time). | $40, patimont.com
TO SHOP (VINTAGE):
If the guys in your life are collectors or are simply vintage-curious, I’ve rounded up some finds on my fave re-sale site.
JACKETS - Plaid overcoat (Can you tell I’m binging Outlander??) | Leather shacket | Leather bomber
TIES - Hermès horses in yellow and blue (Perfect for your horse race loving guy) | Chanel CC shamrocks | Gucci cactus | Hermès bow tie
WATCHES - I could have picked a millllllion watches, but found this moonphase Movado unique and a great price
SHOES - Another category where I could pick tons of options, but loved these special edition Dior x Birkenstocks and Celine leather sneaks
OFFICE THINGS - Lots of great pieces to add to an office like this Cartier coffee table book, Cartier pen and Montblanc pen
CIGAR STUFF - How gorgeous is this vintage sterling silver Cartier cigar box (if your man is a cigar guy!)
TO DIY:
There are obviously SOOOO many DIY ideas online, but I rounded up a few that are especially fun to make with little ones and a few to do with the older kiddoes. My personal faves are the decorated golf balls (just grab some permanent markers and golf balls!) and the custom Daddy’s Stache snack bags (let the kids pick the snacks for dad at Target).
DAD MAIL BOOK CLUB: Wonderbly Custom Board Books
We’ve been big fans of the Wonderbly brand ever since a friend gifted us one of their custom books when our daughter was born. And lucky for us moms, there are many sweet options for Father’s Day gifts, like Daddy’s Magic Hugs, We Love Daddy-O-Saurus, and Thank You, Daddy. (There are also books for grandparents, too!) One of the best things about this brand is that, unlike many other custom gifts that take forever to ship, the Wonderbly books are printed and dispatched in 2-4 business days (so you still have plenty of time to order one for dad!). It’s also worth noting that most books are available in 6+ languages, and not only are names customized in the book, but you can select the skin tone, hair color, and more for the characters (in these ones, for the dads and kids). Plus, you can preview every page of the book before ordering to make sure you like every customization and can add a personalized dedication or a photo of your own into the first few pages of book.
Don’t forget that you can be gifted a copy of one of these books by forwarding this email to a mom friend and encouraging them to subscribe. Each time you forward a Mom Mail email, it counts as one entry. When you forward an email, make sure to cc ‘mommailbymads@gmail.com’ so we can count your entry. The book recipient will be contacted via email so we can get the information to customize your book :)
Thank you for subscribing to Mom Mail! Until next week <3
Xo, Mads