Top 15 Ethical and Eco Friendly Father's Day Gifts | 2024 Gift Guide
Looking for an ethical gift this Father’s Day? With our wide variety of fair trade, locally made, and sustainable goods, you’ll be able to find something for Dad, no matter what he’s into.
With cast iron cookware from FINEX for the griller, Aplat’s tote for the wine connoisseur, Sertodo Copper drinkware for the party host, and effortless accessories for the guy on the go, our curation has plenty of functional pieces any dad (or father-in-law, grandpa, and uncle) will get use out of. Here are our top ten picks for Father’s Day:
1. Coyuchi Unisex Waffle Robe — $98
Give Dad the gift of rest and relaxation with this GOTS-certified organic cotton unisex waffle robe. With its luxurious waffle texture and quick-drying properties, this robe ensures airy softness to prolong the relaxing post-bath experience. Each robe is made with cotton sourced and woven in Turkey and made using sustainable manufacturing practices.
2. Sertodo Copper Espadín Petit Recycled Copper Hip Flask — $158
Classic and sleek, this pure recycled copper flask has 7-fluid ounce capacity and is tin lined for stable and secure storage. Each flask is made by master copper artisans in Mexico using heritage craft techniques that harkens back over 1000 years in Santa Clara del Cobre. Plus it even comes in a 20-year anniversary commemorative gift box, so you don’t have to worry about gift wrapping.
3. Sertodo Copper Napa Recycled Copper Coaster — $23
Liven up dad’s table or desk with these elevated copper coasters. Each coaster is made with 100% recycled copper to not only protect your surfaces but protect the environment as well. Hand-hammered by master artisans in Mexico, this coaster casts beautiful, eye-catching light that results in the perfect sustainable detail to any surface.
4. Sijo Men’s Eucalyptus Tee — $45
With a blend of OEKO-TEX certified eucalyptus lyocell and stretchy elastane, this Men’s Eucalyptus Tee is the ethically and sustainably made counterpart to the staple white tee. Dad can work out, run errands, or enjoy a relaxing day at home with this lightweight, breathable, and buttery-soft tee.
5. Tiradia Cork Day In Day Out Cork Hat — $45
Gift Dad his new go-to hat with this adjustable, waterproof, all-natural cork Day In Day Out Hat. Available in four colors, this comfortable and durable hat is made to last for years of dependable wear. Cork is not only a naturally hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, and vegan material but it’s also biodegradable and recyclable.
6. Harvest & Mill Organic Crew Neck Tee — $46
A sustainable upgrade on the classic wardrobe staple, Harvest & Mill’s tees are made from 100% USA-grown organic cotton that is milled in the U.S. and sewn in the Bay Area of California.
The brand’s natural line of off-white garments is all undyed and unbleached and any colored pieces are dyed using natural dyes. Harvest & Mill is also a member of Fibershed, a nonprofit dedicated to building regional fiber systems and advocating for and supporting regenerative agriculture practices.
7. Harvest & Mill Men’s Jogger Pants in Black — $59
Locally grown and locally sewn in California, Harvest & Mill’s 100% regenerative organic cotton jogger pants are great loungewear for a dad in need of a self-care day.
No need to worry about pesticides when the cotton is grown or bleach and chemical dyes during production, Harvest & Mill ensures that from the farm to your front door, these pants remain 100% organic.
8. Terra Thread Bumi Duffel Bag — $77
Whether your dad is a seasoned traveler or a gym rat, this Bumi Duffel Bag is the sustainably-made essential to efficiently and effortlessly carry everything he needs. Made with durable, heavy-duty organic cotton canvas and featuring lead-free YKK metal zippers and fasteners, this duffel bag is more than equipped to handle your typical travel wear and tear.
9. Tiradia Cork Fellowship Cork Wallet — $50
Gift Dad a vegan, sustainable, and ethical upgrade with this Fellowship Cork Wallet. This wallet securely holds any cards, receipts, or photos in its many card slots, interior pocket inserts, and cash compartment. Not only is this wallet compact and easy to carry, but the cork used is also naturally antimicrobial, waterproof, biodegradable, and recyclable.
10. Aplat Vin Single Bottle Tote in Kale — $40
If your dad is a wine lover, there’s no doubt this is the gift for him! This Single Bottle Wine Tote is great for any dad on the go, whether he’s bringing the party to the picnic or ready to bring out the good stuff at a restaurant. Made with 100% certified organic heavyweight cotton canvas and manufactured and designed with zero-waste ideals in mind, this ethically made and unique gift is sure to be cherished for years to come.
11. Nisolo Men’s Owen Belt in Brown — $60
Made from responsibly sourced veg-tan leather, Dad can look and feel great with this expertly crafted, water-resistant leather belt. These belts are handcrafted by artisans in Peru who receive healthcare, beyond fair wages, and a healthy working environment for their labor.
Emily S. says “I bought this for my husband and we are both really happy with the quality of this belt! You won’t regret it!”
12. Terra Thread Erdig Laptop Sleeve — $36
The Erdig Laptop Sleeve keeps all his devices safe and sound in its spacious and versatile pockets. Made with heavy-duty organic cotton canvas and featuring organic cotton padded lining, this sleeve protects laptops, tablets, and other devices from the jostling, dinks, and scratches of transport. Each laptop sleeve is handmade in a Fair Trade-certified factory in India where the makers all receive fair pay and work in safe conditions.
13. Sertodo Copper Essential Mixologist Set — $197
This is a stand-out copper mixologist set for the at-home bartender or cocktail enthusiast. Made from quality 100% recycled copper, these are sustainable bar tools to last many years — or even generations — of use.
Sertodo Copper’s goods are made in Austin, Texas, and Santa Clara del Cobre, Mexico by master artisans using time-honored crafts that originated over 1,000 years ago, making this set a gift rich in beauty and artisanal heritage.
14. Kyrgies Tengries Slippers in Oatmeal — $79
Kyrgies wool slippers make a super cozy gift for the homebody — or for the dad that likes to WFH in his loungewear.
Thoughtfully and carefully crafted by women in Kyrgyzstan using responsibly sourced wool and vegetable-tanned leather, each slipper takes six weeks to make from wool to final product! These super cozy slow-made slippers are also odor resistant and breathable, making them a fantastic year-round house shoe.
15. Nisolo Men’s Huarache Sandal in Brandy — $150
Handcrafted from the shoemaking capital of Peru, this warm-weather staple is made to mold into the foot of the wearer, ensuring dad can rock these sandals with comfort and style!
Peruvian shoemaking is a tradition passed down through generations and the huarache sandal dates back to pre-Columbian Mexico. These long-standing traditions are based on zero-waste ideas, as all the leather Nisolo uses are byproducts of the meat industry and eco friendly waste disposal systems are implemented in its production.
