Unique Father of the Bride Gifts

It's almost Father's Day! And since everyone loved our unique Mother's Day gifts feature so much, we knew we definitely needed to show some love to the FOGs and FOBs! So next up in our Favorite Things series, we're paying homage to the amazing fathers of the bride and groom with cool gift ideas!

From sentimental to just plain cool, there's a little something for every daddy of the bride or groom for the wedding day... and heck, some could even double as Father's Day gifts!



The Proud Papa Mug

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If you're having a morning wedding, then you know coffee or caffeinated tea is so going to happen. So you might as well show your love with an awesome FOG or FOB mug! Heck, it just makes for adorable photos if nothing else.

Photography: Caitlin Gerres Photography | Father of the Bride Mug: Susabellas via Etsy




The Personalized Hammer

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If your Dad is a master craftsman, then this sweet homage and message on one of his tools of the trade is just perfect for him! (And it scores some major cool points for sentimental engraving in a practical gift!)

Engraved Hammer: Carolina High Cotton via Etsy




The Wedding Tie Patch

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Whether you call him Pops, Papa, or Daddio, he's the first man you ever loved and you're going to remind him all day long with this surprise if he's wearing a tie on the big day. It'll pluck all sorts of heartstrings with not just everyone, but especially your Top Dog.

Photography: Tiltawhirl Imagery | Personalized Wedding Tie Patch: Initial Impressions via Etsy




The Fisherman of the Bride's Lure

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For the man who enjoys a quiet day on the lake, this sweet gift will hook 'em and create a smile. While he may choose to keep it in pristine condition away from the fishies, it's a beautiful piece of art to say how much you mean to him.

Customized Fishing Lure: C and T Custom Lures via Etsy




The Fine Art Family Portrait

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Connect with your wedding photographer and ask to book a family session before the wedding day, then surprise your Dad with a fine art canvas of your favorite portrait. It will always be hands-down the best gift you could ever give him.

Photography: Bit of Ivory Photography




The Tie Clip with a Hidden Message

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Classic on the front, party on the back! Okay, maybe not a party, but a tie clip that this Father of the Bride can use again after the wedding day. Handsome gift with a personal thought!

Personalized Metal Stamped Tie Clip: Tag You're It Jewelry via Etsy




The Handmade Iron Bottle Opener

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The men take all of two seconds to get ready on the wedding day, so it's pretty common to chill and hang out until it's go time. Dad will surely be the popular one with this pretty cool solid iron beer bottle opener and with a special message from his son or daughter!

Handmade Iron Beer Bottle Opener: John's Country Ironwork via Etsy


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