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Gifts For Dads Who Are More Than Sitcom Stereotypes

No, not every dad wants something related to golf or beer.
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Associate LIFE Editor, HuffPost Canada

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We hate to generalize about dads — we know that despite the sitcom stereotype of the lazy, dopey father figure, dads these days are more involved than ever.

But if you forgive us this one tiny generalization: maybe #notalldads, but many, many, many fathers are hard to shop for.

And that’s where we come in. Here are gifts for Dad that don’t subscribe to the golf/beer/barbecue formula, and that he’ll actually enjoy.

Note: If you’re on a mobile device, click on the images to see more info about the gifts and where to get them.

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Gifts for Dads Of All Kinds
Wi-fi speaker(01 of17)
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This speaker hits that sweet spot of being both stylish and super-practical. Get it at Ikea for $149. (credit:Ikea)
Super Mario lamp(02 of17)
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For the dad who still plays Mario Kart — or, even better, for the dad who wishes he still did. Get it at ModCloth for $48. (credit:ModCloth)
Customizable "New York Times" front page cover(03 of17)
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You can choose any New York Times cover since 1851 to make into a unique memento. Get it at Uncommon Goods for $66. (credit:Uncommon Goods)
Everlast premium yoga mat(04 of17)
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Because sometimes, chilling out is the best option. Get it at Hudson's Bay for $60. (credit:Hudson's Bay)
Wooden cheeseboard(05 of17)
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Dad will impress all his friends with this affordable but very chic cheeseboard. Brie, anyone? Get it at the Drake General Store for $30. (credit:Drake General Store)
Plaid throw blanket(06 of17)
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Christmas is all about excessive coziness, right? Buy it at Anthropologie for $103. (credit:HuffPost Canada Owned)
Chinese evergreen plant(07 of17)
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It's air purifying, easy to take care of, and doesn't need a lot of light. Not to mention, it's freaking gorgeous. Get it at Interior Plants for $35. (credit:Interior Plants)
"Catch and Kill" by Ronan Farrow(08 of17)
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The Pulitzer Prize-winning author has been garnering rave reviews for his account of the lengths predators like Harvey Weinstein go to protect their reputations. Get it at Indigo for $35. (credit:Indigo)
Enamel baking dish(09 of17)
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Hey, if it will encourage dad to bake his famous banana bread more often, who are we to say no? Get it at the MoMA store for $43.95. (credit:MoMA)
Nike Killshot 2 sneakers(10 of17)
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These leather sneakers are very cool, according to people who know such things! Buy them at J. Crew for $132. (credit:HuffPost Canada Owned)
Chef's knife(11 of17)
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Everyone needs one of these, from the novice chef to the trained pro. Get it at Williams-Sonoma for $74.95. (credit:Williams-Sonoma)
AirPod charging station(12 of17)
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For the dad who always wants access to his podcasts. Get it at Urban Outfitters for $24.99. (credit:Urban Outfitters)
Shower wine glass holder(13 of17)
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Some days, you just need some shower wine. Get it at Urban Outfitters for $16. (credit:Urban Outfitters)
Balance lamp(14 of17)
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Cool, stylish, and practical. Get it at the MoMA shop for $33.95. (credit:MoMA)
Digital subscription to "The New Yorker"(15 of17)
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It's nice to receive a continuous experience, rather than an object. Get it at "The New Yorker" for $119.75. (credit:The New Yorker)
Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum(16 of17)
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Skincare is important for everyone! Get it at Sephora for $68. (credit:Sephora)
Yeti tumbler(17 of17)
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This tumbler is stainless steel, fully insulated, and won't make his coffee taste like metal. Get it at Yeti for $39.99. (credit:Yeti)

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