For the man with places to go and things to bring, the Quinn Commuter Backpack has space enough for gym clothes and a laptop, a bottle of water and work files – plus the ability to keep them all neatly separated. Billy Reid, 3927 Magazine St., 504-208-1200, BillyReid.com
When next he flies the friendly skies, send him up and away with a handy Flight Ready kit with travel sized, oak moss scented grooming products. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., 504-528-1944, NationalWW2Museum.org
Keep him sunning in style with a pair of Toddy frames in azure crystal with oak barrel, complete with scratch-resistant lenses that block 100 percent of UV rays. Warby Parker, 3964 Magazine St., 504-799-2830, WarbyParker.com
A 100 percent linen gingham standard fit short sleeved sport shirt, complete with iconic PERLIS crawfish logo and engraved buttons, is lightweight with a button-down collar and perfect for your dad’s closet. PERLIS CLOTHING, 6070 Magazine St., 504-895-8661, PERLIS.com
A Tiffany 1837® Makers heritage edition I.D. chain bracelet in silver adds a sense of sophistication to his daily comings and goings. Tiffany & Co., available at select Tiffany & Co. locations. 800-843-3269; inquire locally at 333 Canal Place, 504-434-6002, Tiffany.com
A handmade fleur de lis valet tray is the perfect catchall for his treasured accessories. NOLA Pens, NolaPens.com
When the rain showers hit, he’ll be protected with a dignified umbrella, handmade in Italy with a striking silver hound dog accent handle. Q Clothier, 795 O’Keefe Ave., 504-264-7788, QClothier.com
He will be dressed to man any barbecue or boil in a white apron with leather accents featuring the Mixology Moves design. The Sazerac House, 101 Magazine St., 504-910-0110, SazeracHouse.com
Elevate his appetizer status with a sublime jar of Cajun Caviar. Opt for original flavor or step it up with spicy. Cajun Caviar, CajunCaviar.com
A sleek and compact Everdure by Heston Blumenthal CUBE is the ideal portable charcoal grill for tailgating or porch parties. Everdure, find local retailers at EverdureByHeston.com or shop Amazon.com/everdure
Shake, rattle and pour with a handsome five-piece bar tool set on Acacia wood. Judy at the Rink, 2727 Prytania St., 504-891-7018, JudyAtTheRink.com
