1. SHAVING IN STYLE
An exquisite resin razor (Sutton Art) proves how far we’ve come since the straight blade.
East Bay Clothiers • 39 N. Section St., Fairhope. 928-6848
2. PEN PAL
Let Dad write his heart out with this handmade, resin fountain pen (Sutton Art). East Bay Clothiers
3. TAKE NOTE
A leather-bound journal (Col. Littleton), with record-keeping pages for the golfer or fisherman, is sure to last a lifetime. Embossing available. Riverbend • 25 S. Section St. Suite C, Fairhope. 928-3775
4. ON THE ROCKS
Whiskey stones keep his bourbon cold but not watered down. Riverbend
5. KNOT IT
If colorful bowties (Carrot & Gibbs) are wrong, then I don’t wanna be right. East Bay Clothiers
6. A CUT ABOVE
Fairhope artists Roy and Allie Hyde crafted this live oak cutting board from discarded wood.
The Windmill Market • 85 N. Bancroft St., Fairhope. 990-8883
7. GROOMED
Snag him a limited edition, autographed copy of “Forrest Gump.” Click here to learn more about the home where Groom penned the novel. Page & Palette • 32 S. Section St., Fairhope. 928-5295
8. FOR EVERY OCCASION
Gentlemanly cufflinks (Karen Hemphill) and interchangeable inserts are handsome on any button-down. East Bay Clothiers
9. THE KING LIVES
Elvis’ first-ever recording, recently reissued by Jack White, is a gem in any vinyl collection.
Dr. Music • 9 N. Church St., Fairhope. 990-3412
10. GET IN THE GROOVE
Take this all-in-one suitcase turntable (Crosley) for a spin. Dr. Music
11. SMOKIN'
Southern pecan wood chips, from local artisan John Vulevich, are sure to give Dad’s summer cookout that extra kick of flavor. Big John’s Cooking Wood • 583-7702
12. SHOE-IN
Burnt cedar loafers (Martin Dingman) are fit for the boardroom – and the screened-in porch. East Bay Clothiers
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text by breck pappas • photo by chad riley