It’s hard to say whether mothers or fathers have it easier when it comes to their ‘days’ … Moms tend to get something covered in macaroni and painted, or some picked flowers, or some burnt toast … Dads usually get either socks, a tie or some power tools. Actually, I think, even as a mother I’d choose the power tools if I had a choice!

Honestly, we really don’t mind what we get … but Mother’s and Father’s Day really is a great opportunity to do something nice for your Ma and Pa, just cos you can. Gift ideas are always a dilemma though!

Is your Dad not a jewelry man? He doesn’t wear pinky rings, an earring, or even the oh-so common charm bracelet? (!!) There are actually plenty of jewelry Father’s Day gift ideas for him that are plenty masculine.

Dog tag necklaces are a layover from the Army and servicemen – there’s not much more masculine than that. Naturally men’s watches are always a well received gift. And when you have a look through the men’s jewelry gift ideas, you’ll see that for most bracelets and necklaces, it’s all in the styling.

So don’t restrict yourself to socks … and save the power tools for Mom!