Fathers Day Gift Guide

For Dads who love nothing more than to be in the garden with a spatula in hand, the Oakley Holbrook serves up classic casual summer style to match his vibe. It’s a favourite all-rounder frame that can be used for leisure and sport. With a classic American style inspired by the eyewear of the screen heroes of the 50s and 60s, the curved square design brings a casual look with added function. The frame sits close to the face to block out light from the sides and maximise coverage.

An alternative look to the classic square design of the Oakley Holbrook, the Maui Jim Ho’okipa boast a sleek rimless design, rubber nose grip and thin temples. The Ho’okipa has been around for a while and is a favourite in the Maui Jim range. Originating in Maui, Hawaii in the 1980s, each of the frames from this brand channels the relaxed island life aesthetic, making it the perfect accessory for any summer outfit. Enjoy Hawaiian hospitality the Maui Jim way!

Half-rim design of the Bolle Bolt 2.0 has long been a firm favourite among the Fitness Buffs. It’s a brilliant choice for almost all sports with a reputation for a sleek design, superb comfort and being super light-weight. The full-coverage frame not only adds to streamlined aesthetic, but also offers optical performance and protection to keep up with sporty Dads. The French brand Bollé have been around since 1888 so it’s fair to say they know a thing or two about creating quality eyewear!

Coveted for their shield design, KOO glasses offer the perfect solution to runner and cyclist dads. Designed for medium light conditions for on and off-road environments, the glasses can be worn all year round on sunny and not-so-sunny days. The Nova frame is very light weight with a slim, curved silhouette means this frame is built for speed. For Fitness Buff Dads, the KOO Nova Sunglasses make an excellent choice.

For Dads who can frequently be found up a mountain in amongst the clouds or traversing wild environments, the Julbo Sheild Glasses would make an ideal gift. This frame was designed to do more than just to improve vision; it was built tough for mountain bikers, runners and hikers looking for the ultimate eye protection. Removable soft side shields provide extra protection against the elements and prevent wind, rain and dust getting in the eyes. These are the ideal glasses for adventurers, of all experience levels.

An alternative to the Julbo Shield Glasses is the Rudy Project Agent Q Sunglasses. Crowned as one of the most versatile frames on the market, these frames offer expanded field of vision, sculped design and high durability. The Quick Snap temple release system allows the temples to be swapped out for an elastic strap and quickly adapt from one activity to another. The skew-free set-up is quick and easy to use on the go which makes this an ideal choice for Dads running from one adventure to the next.

An icon in its own right, the Ray-Ban Aviator are synonymous with driving, be it motorbikes, sport cars or planes (thanks to Tom Cruise!) Although we do not recommend the stunts pulled in Top Gun, this frame brings the ultimate maverick aesthetic to every car-loving dad. Originally designed to protect pilots’ eyes, you receive full eye coverage and 100% UV protection in arguably the most popular sunglass style to date! These sunglasses are suitable for driving in the day-time and bright light conditions. For an enhanced driving experience, opt for a gradient lens to gain greater clarity of the dashboard while also being shielding from bright light from the road.

The Smith Emerge Sunglasses with ChromaPop polarised lenses are ideal for driving in bright conditions. The category 3 lens are the best for daytime driving conditions and with a polarised lens, glare from the road is filtered out. The 6 base curve offers great peripheral protection and with excellent contrast perception and UV protection, these frames are a must-have for Dads who spend a lot of time in the car.

The Oakley Slip Shot is designed to lead the way in eyewear for use around water. Paired with the Prizm Deep Water Polarised lens, this iconic frame is enhanced for use around water with a light blue mirror finish that dampens intense light reflections, a rose-based tint that blocks intense sunlight and polarised filter to block glare from the water surface. Other great features that make the Slip Shot ideal for water-loving dads include a hydrophobic coating that repels water and a comfortable and study grip to keep them from going overboard!

Designed for extreme performance in wet environments, Dirty Dog’s Wetglass Curl II Sunglasses are equipped with adjustable and detachable strap, hydrophobic coating and water and fog elimination vents. But the best part? They FLOAT! For Dads serious about water sport, these are a must-have gift.