MTJ Staff Picks: Father’s Day Gifts

Jun 17

As experts (and fans) in the jewelry industry, we’ve witnessed the rise, fall, and rise again of trends, buzzy designers, and the price of gold. But one thing stays consistent: we know a good thing when we see it. Here’s what we’ve got our eyes on this month.

It’s his time to shine

Let’s face it, finding the perfect (and perfectly unique) gift for the Dad(s) in your life is no easy feat. Do they really need another tie or grill tool? Maybe, but this year, wouldn’t it be more fun for him to open a box containing an accessory that doesn’t require him going—or getting put—to work? Whether your Dad prefers a state-of-the-art watch, artsy cufflinks, or an understated bracelet, there is a designer out there making a piece he’ll love.

Here are a few picks from the MTJ staff—scroll down for an ideal gift for Dad.

Sam Van deWalle – Editorial Assistant

“My dad is an electrical inspector, so any accessory he wears is typically for practical purposes only. This is a watch he can wear to work every day and look polished and professional. Hamilton’s Khaki Field watches were historically a standard issue soldier’s watch, which I know my dad will appreciate as a former drill sergeant for the US Army.”
Hamilton Khaki Field watch in stainless steel, $695 at Hamilton Watch

Samantha Durbin – Editor at Large

"This will be my brother's first Father's Day and I want to give him something he can give his daughter, Gaia, one day—from her favorite aunt! This crescent moon necklace in her birthstone (garnet) and silver is pretty cool; something a teenager would like, and something my sister-in-law can wear in the meantime."
Monica Rich Kosann “Moon Birthstone” necklace in sterling silver with garnet, $225 at Schiffman’s

Jason Reuben – Founder

“You can never go wrong with cufflinks for Father’s Day. I love the abstract shape and intricate design pattern of this pair—every time I look at them, I see something new. Plus, now that the world has opened up again it’s time to dress to impress.”
I. Gorman Jewelers cufflinks in sterling silver with oxidized pure silver, $495 at I. Gorman Jewelers

Johannah Masters – Market Editor

“Growing up in Texas, my family would take summer vacations in New Mexico, and shopping excursions to both Taos and Santa Fe were always at the top of our to-do lists. This multi-stone-inlay buck knife is something I could see my father buying for himself on one of those trips. While it’s not exactly jewelry, it is an extension of the craftsmanship of the jewelers of the Southwest. Not to mention it’s a nostalgic, beautiful, and useful gift (especially for a dad who’s a forester, like mine!).”
Stewart Yellowhorse buck knife with turquoise and agate, $435 at Malouf on the Plaza

Ali Frugé – Director of Marketing

“My dad’s a pretty casual guy. Like, wore-Big-Dog-t-shirts-in-the-90s casual. His style is understated, sporty, and without too much bling, so a bracelet is the perfect way to introduce him to the world of jewelry that exists beyond his wedding ring. This hematite and black lava stone option from Fossil would match his titanium wedding band, and most importantly—it won’t fall off when he’s cheering for the Rams or Giants.”
Fossil bracelet with hematite and black lava stone, $40 at Fossil

Antonio Cvijanovic - Chief Marketing Officer

“It’s the epitome of craftsmanship and one of the most enduring watch designs—nothing comes close to Rolex’s Submariner. It’s also one of the most recognized and copied (but never replicated) watches on the planet. When it comes to style, a grown man should ask himself two questions: If it's a casual style, would Steve McQueen wear it? (Check.) If it's a dressy event, would James Bond wear it? (Check, check.) This pick is a crowd-pleaser any dad would be thrilled to receive.”
Rolex Submariner watch in Oystersteel, price upon request at Alter's Gem Gallery

Editor: Rebecca Daly
Market Editor: Johannah Masters

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