Father’s Day Gift Guide: The Most Stylish Travel Accessories For Urban Dads

If you have a father or a ‘father figure’ who loves to explore the world and who has a leaning towards an urban aesthetic, why not treat him with something special this month for Father’s Day? These travel gift ideas will make his next journey that little bit more stylish.

Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential Carry-On Spinner

Renowned for its practical yet timeless luggage, British brand Briggs & Riley has launched a new Baseline Collection, which is ideal for city breaks. The Carry-On Spinner, is suited for those who want to travel light, yet still take enough wardrobe options to cover all events. The compact style fits into overhead luggage bins, so there is no waiting around at the carousel when you land, while allowing 30% more to be packed inside the case, thanks its CX™ compression-expansion technology. The carry-on will also appeal to those who love cutting-edge engineering as it boasts shock absorbing wheels for 360° maneuverability and smooth, quiet gliding, and it has a patented Outsider® handle to provide a flat packing surface inside to minimize wrinkles. You can also have the case monogrammed with dad’s initials for an extra special touch. What’s more, the case is guaranteed for life – making it a planet-friendly present.

£599, briggs-riley.co.uk

Smythson Watch Roll in Navy Panama

The classic Watch Roll, from British heritage brand Smythson – a company which dates back to 1887 – is an ideal present for watch and travel connoisseurs. Crafted from grosgrain calf leather, it features a contrasting suede leather and removable padded roll and is designed to keep a variety of timepieces safe while traveling. This can also be personalised with gold stamped initials for a stately look, making it an essential travel accessory.

£370, Smythson.com

Aspiga Men’s Printed Cotton Shirt

A staple wardrobe addition for any traveler is a classic lightweight shirt and Aspiga’s cotton version is just the thing for keeping cool while in hot climes. Also available in plain colours, this batik print has particular summer vibes. Made with organic cotton, it has a slim fit, with a longer length and soft collars – ideal to take him from beach to bar.

£75, aspiga.com

Assouline Travel From Home Tulum Candle

Renowned for its sumptuous, coffee table travel books, Assouline has also captured the wanderlust spirit in a new candle collection. The scented candles are housed in ceramic vessels and will be sure to remind any travel-loving dad about some of his best travels. A variety of far-flung destinations are the starting point for the different scents – from Tulum to Mykonos; Ibiza to Marrekech. Inspired by Assouline’s best-selling Travel Series titles, the candles have been created by renowned perfumer Jérôme Epinette. The Tulum Gypset candle, for instance, aims to capture the mystical ambiance of Mexico’s much loved, boho destination. Earthy aromas of eucalyptus, sage and black pepper are blended with sage, black amber and spicy cardamom to transport him to the Caribbean’s idyllic coastline.

€75, assouline.com

Mungo Folly Beach Towel

This practical gift is ideal for a wanderer who is heading to the sun. Made by South African artisan brand Mungo, the beach towel is made from 100% organic cotton and woven on looms at the Mungo Mill in Plettenberg Bay. The Folly is named after the quaint town of Folly Beach in South Carolina, just south of Charleston where Mungo has based its American online shop. The brand also contributes 1% of its annual turnover to our Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative, MOVE, which seeks to protect the environment and empower the people of the Plettenberg Bay community.

£91, mungo.co

Audio-Technica Wireless Earphones

Ideal for listening to music, podcasts or audiobooks while in transit, these lightweight earphones offer advanced sound quality based upon Audio-Technica’s decades of sonic know-how. The ATH-SQ1TW model has a splashproof design and a clear, powerful sound. They come with a Low Latency mode to ensure minimal delay and perfect sync, whether dad is enjoying music, games, or videos.

£79.99 audio-technica.com

Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore

Designed for the outdoors, Bang & Olufsen’s Beosound Explore is the perfect gift for any remote adventurer. The speaker combines a robust exterior with the brand’s signature, seamless Scandinavian design. It offers up to 27 hours of playtime so it can be used all day without needing to rely on a power supply.

£169 bang-olufsen.com

Briggs & Riley Expandable Essentials Kit

This seriously stylish toiletry bag by Briggs & Riley is roomy enough for all dad’s essentials next time he is roaming the planet. The expandable compartment gives an added 1.5 inches of depth to fit in everything he needs, while the PVC lined main compartment can easily be kept clean. It also can be personalised with initials, turning it into the gift that keeps on giving.

£89, briggs-riley.co.uk

Smythson Weekender Bag in Taupe Panama

Ideal for a weekend break or business trip is this ‘investment’ bag from Smythson. Guaranteed to be the ultimate travel companion, it is big enough to fit in everything he needs for a few days away. Inside, it features handy compartments for a laptop and passport and it also comes with a luggage tag and removable shoulder strap. It is crafted in Smythson’s signature grosgrain leather and is sure to get better with age – just like dad.

£1,240, Smythson.com

Eberjey Henry Tencel Modal Short PJ Set

These smart PJs from luxury brand Eberjey look so good that they could be worn in transit on a long-haul flight or, equally, to relax in once they have reached their destination. Made from the soft and sustainable Tencel Modal fabric, they have been designed to be long-lasting and breathable, keeping him cool in a hot climate or on warm nights. These offer the perfect comforting loungewear when away from home.

£160, eberjey.com

Bloobloom The Maestro Sunglasses in Havana

Bloobloom’s Maestro sculptural-style sunglasses are the ultimate travel accessory for explorers. The frame has been traditionally handmade with Italian acetate, through 50 stages of production, and has an artisan appeal. This is a great gift for someone with a social conscience, for Bloobloom donates a pair of glasses to someone in need for every pair that is purchased. It means he can look and feel good.

From £95, bloobloom.com

Aman Fine Fragrance Evening Set

Suited to those discerning travelers who are fans of the ‘high life’, the Aman Evening Set is an opulent duo of unisex scents by luxury hotel brand Aman, renowned for its curated collection of resorts and hotels found in some of the world’s most glorious locations. Alta, is inspired by Aman New York, and has a woody base with accents of patchouli, geranium and saffron. Umbr, meanwhile, is a nod to Aman Venice, with a heart of orange blossom and rose with black pepper and leather accents. Just one spritz will transport him to blissful places, even when he is not ‘on the road’.

£350, shop.aman.com

Soho Skin Overnight Cream

The new modern skincare range, Soho Skin, is the latest launch by the innovative Soho House group, created to meet the skincare needs of its members’ busy lifestyles. The genderless collection of hardworking essentials includes the Overnight Cream, which is ideal to use on long journeys. It is formulated with anti-inflammatory oat kernel oil to improve elasticity, as well as hyaluronic acid to hydrate and plump skin. The bio-compatible ingredients aid the skin’s repair and recovery processes so – no matter how long he has been travelling – he’ll wake up looking healthy and wide awake.

$100, sohoskin.com

Ikks Sweatshirt With Embroidered Chest

Keep him cosy on a long flight with this urban-style sweatshirt by French brand Ikks. This timeless yet edgy piece will fit into anyone’s everyday wardrobe perfectly and is the perfect item to take on a journey to keep warm when traveling. On the front, it is inscribed with embroidered writing, with the slogan ‘slow happiness’ – apt for savvy travellers of today.

£150, ikks.com

Anatome Travel Set

Inspired by the apothecaries of the past, London-based anatome’s Travel Set has four unisex skin products which are mini-sized to use when away. The shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and body moisturiser are made with essential oils and work to aid relaxation at the end of an intense day, or to uplift in the morning. Essential oils and natural ingredients have also been specially chosen to nourish and restore the skin and hair.

£36, anatome.co

Lochby Field Journal

A handy notebook by Lochby, a brand whose founder has a background in the US Army, can be used as a planner, journal and sketchbook and is just the thing for those men who want to ‘record’ their next adventure. The refillable waxed case has a Dot Gridd Refill pad made with quality Tomoe River paper and is a thoughtful gift for any rugged explorer.

$59, lochby.com