IT'S Father's Day - time to pay pop back for all the taxi driving, advice and cash advances over the years.
And if you're reading this, we can assume that you're not the most organised person in the world and have left buying a suitable gift until the last minute.
But don't despair because we have taken the time and effort to put riotwearether the ultimate gift guide for Dad's Day, so you don't have to.
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IF YOUR budget is small then head to Tesco where Value T-shirts start at EUR1.50 and jeans cost just EUR2.50.
And at Heatons check out their checked shirts for just EUR6.
Or if you fancy spending a little more than that, get yourself off to H&M where great summer T-shirts start at around EUR8.
At Dunnes you can flatter father for as little as EUR10 with their great selection of summer styles.
Or maybe you'd rather keep him looking his best with some serious skincare?
We love L'Oreal Paris new Men Expert range which has everything from moisture gel to wrinkle de-crease and anti-ageing creams.
Prices start from around EUR5.
But if he's the sensitive type, treat him to some Clairns For Men goodies.
Their anti-shine gel makes a good starting point.
Or treat him to new Adidas Triple Action Face Cream for Sensitive skin for just EUR11.49.
But if his hair is thinner than he is, check out the new Redken For Men range.
He'll love their Body Up volumizing shampoo for fine hair for just EUR11.
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KEEP him smelling sweet with some wonderful aftershave.
We love DKNY Be Delicious For Men for just EUR49.50.
And Eternity For Men Summer is just gorgeous with hints of an ocean breeze, seagrass and sunsets.
It also costs EUR43.
Estee Lauder's Beyond Paradise Men - New Adventures is sure to be a big hit at EUR40.
Or treat him to something mum can share as well with ckOne Summer by Calvin Klein for EUR37.
And treat him to some Italian luxury with Armani Black Code male fragrance for EUR49.50.
For a limited period you get a free Giorgio Armani T-shirt too.
But maybe dad doesn't have time to pamper himself, so treat him to a mens Express Facial at Facialworks priced at EUR45.00
Or if he is constantly hogging the computer console, treat him to the latest EA Medal Of Honor game, European Assault, for EUR59.99.
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FOR Father's Day Marks and Spencer has a gift to suit every Dad and every pocket.
We love their leather briefcase for EUR89.00, but they also have wallets from EUR12.50 and books from EUR6.00.
Linen is a super summer look and we love the Stone linen jacket from Next for EUR102.
And dad is sure to cut a dash in a smart sports jacket from Kartel at Roches Stores for EUR149.
Or put him in front of the style stakes with a terrific trench coat from Tommy Hilfiger for EUR220.
But if his future is so bright, he's gotta wear shades, then head to Insight Opticians.
They carry an incredible range of sunnies We love their Ray Ban Aviators and their Oakley Thump glasses which is the world's first digital MP3 music eyewear.
No more wires. Just high-performance optics forged with an integrated, state-of-the-art digital audio engine. Listen to music virtually anywhere while protecting yours eyes from the sun. Prices start at EUR150.
But if you really love him and you've just won the lotto then treat him to a Raymond Weil new Tango Spirit watch.
Prices start at EUR1,395 but it will last a lifetime - just like your love for your dad!
PAMPER HIM WITH A HAMPER
TO celebrate Father's Day we have teamed up with Redken For Men to give away 10 Redken For Men hampers, while one overall winner gets a hamper and a hair cut with L'Oreal Colour Trophy Award winning salon Toni & Guy, Blackrock.
To enter, simply answer this question:
What do men do to cover up a bald spot?
A: Comb-under
B: Comb-over
C: Comb-beside
Answers on a postcard riotwearether with name, address and phone number to:
Redken for Men Competition, Irish Sunday Mirror, Fourth Floor, Park House, 191 - 197 North Circular Road, Dublin 7.
Entries should arrive no later than noon on Friday 24th June. Usual Trinity Mirror rules apply. No cash alternatives.
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