Our Ultimate Father's Day Gift Guide

If Dad's idea of cologne doesn't extend beyond soap and water, step it up with a bottle of Ralph Lauren Polo Blue Sport. This crisp, classic fragrance features musk, crushed leaves, and oak moss notes -- how manly does that sound? Plus, the preppy flask-shaped bottle will look a lot better in the bathroom than the gallon jug of drugstore aftershave you got him in elementary school.

$76, ralphlauren.com

Shopping-averse men are known to buy in bulk, but it's time to replace his 16-pack of bar soap and treat him to something a little more luxe. Molton Brown's new Sport collection includes a 4-in-1 Sportwash for that works as a face wash, shampoo, body wash, and shave gel; an antiperspirant Sportstick; and a Sportsbalm to soothe achy post-workout muscles.

$22-$26, moltonbrown.com

Take the burn out of his daily shaving routine with products that will actually pamper his skin. Anthony's the Perfect Shave Kit includes a cleanser, preshave oil, shave cream, and after-shave balm that will help get rid of irritation and ingrown hairs. Plus it comes zipped up in a mesh dopp kit, great for throwing in his gym or weekend bag.

$65, anthony.com

Disposable plastic razor, meet your replacement. Arguably the most masculine shaving tool ever designed, Baxter of California's Base Camp X Straight Razor is inspired by axe handles and fashioned by hand from Tennessee hickory and features a long-lasting, hand-sharpened blade.

$280, baxterofcalifornia.com

Variety is literally the spice of life when it comes to this customizable four-pack of flavored salts and sugars from Old Salt Merchants. Choose from options like Black Powder Salt and Rum Soaked Sugar to ensure that Dad's fully stocked for a flavor-packed season of steak grilling and cocktail shaking.

$40, oldsaltmerchants.com

If Dad is a cooking competition show fanatic but can't even do a decent chiffonade with his current kitchen tools, suprise him with this 20-piece set of Martha Stewart Collection cutlery. (And a knife skills class wouldn't be a bad idea, either.)

$100, macys.com

Dad thinks bourbon begins and ends with Kentucky and Tennessee? Spark a debate when you present him with a bottle of Colorado's Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey. Even better, have a taste test.

$40, breckenridgedistillery.com, or find it in stores

Make a sweet addition to your Dad's apple-a-day regimen with TCHO's daily dark-chocolate assortment, which includes fruity and nutty varieties with organic and Fair Trade certifications. And it doesn't hurt that he'll remember your sweet gesture every day.

$20 for 30-day supply, tcho.com

You know he envies the bar in Roger Sterling's office, so help him realize his his "Mad Men" cocktail dreams with this elegant seven-piece stainless-steel Martha Stewart Collection bar tool kit.

$58, macys.com

How many times has Dad said you need to use the right tools for the job? Make sure he's always prepared by adding this secret weapon to his arsenal.

$40, jcrew.com

Inspire your Jedi Dad to record his flashes of brilliance (and remember to buy a gallon of milk on the way home from work) with Owen & Fred's handmade passport-sized notebook.

From $14, owenandfred.com

If you think that giving Dad a necktie for Father's Day is unoriginal, you're buying the wrong ties. The preppy, quirky styles from Forage are handcrafted, and sewn inside each one is a secret message inspired by sayings found in an early 1900s autograph book.

$78, forage.com

As classic as Dad himself, Ray-Ban Wayfarers will protect his eyes while upping his style cred with their look-good-on-everyone effect. And you know he still secretly wants to look like Tom Cruise in "Risky Business."

$150, neimanmarcus.com