What Not to Get Your Dad for Father's Day

Father's Day is June 16. That's Sunday.

It comes around every year, but for some reason people wait until the last minute. And, for anyone keeping up -- the last minute is now until Sunday.

(Please don't tell me you're going to go shopping on Sunday.)

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So, in an effort to help you last-minuters, we've come up with a list of things to avoid. Go against it at your own risk:

10. His and Her Matching Outfits: Don't do it. I've seen these couples walking around amusement parks, and they look ridiculous.

9. The Traditional Tie: These ties usually scream old-fashioned, and that you didn't spend long thinking about what to get. If you must get a tie, try an ascot or cool bow tie.

8. Boxers or Briefs: Please let the dad in your life buy his own undergarments. I mean really, are we in kindergarten? Should we also write their names on their clothing labels?

7. Cooking Utensils: Anything that has to do with the kitchen is usually not a good idea. A lot of men I know don't even like to cook. But, they do like to grill. So, think along those lines. Omaha Steaks, for example, could go over well.

6. A Mug: EVERYONE already has too many! Just because your dad likes coffee does not mean he wants anymore mugs. If you do try this gift out, don't get mad when you're helping dad clean out the basement one day and you discover all your wonderful gifted mugs down their with the cobwebs.

5. Socks: I'm embarrassed to admit I've actually gotten a man socks before. I don't know what I was thinking. I own the faux pas. So, whatever. What someone wants, and what someone needs are definitely NOT the same thing. I learned that the hard way.

4. T-shirts: At a local drug store I once saw a sale for white T-shirts. They were going for something like 3 for $5. All I kept thinking is: This is so lame. Who wants a T-shirt as a gift? Most of them shrink anyhow!

3. Stuffed Animals: This is cute if it's coming from a little kid. It's not so cute when it's coming from anyone over the age of 12. Furthermore, it's a bit odd, and will have the man in your life wondering if you are OK.

2. Anything That Says "Greatest Dad": It might be tempting to grab the Father's Day plaque out of the card shop. But, it's cheap, and lame, and will collect dusk being a paper weight.

1. A Lawn Mower: Let's all say this one together: NO ONE wants to be reminded of chores they have to do. For men, that means NO LAWN MOWERS! An item that basically forces him to do work -- now with no excuses -- isn't the gift to get. If you're a mom, would you really want someone to buy you laundry detergent, a vacuum, or gardening gloves? Of course not. 

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Don't like my ideas? That's cool. Add yours in the comment section. We'd love to hear what was the worst gift you ever received.

Happy Father's Day from Patch!