This week, I’m ceding control to a guest writer and one of our favorite StyleFeeders, John Palfrey. John is a trusted advisor to the company, as well as a very active StyleFeeder who also happens to have great taste. So rather than guess what the stylish men in our life are craving for Father’s Day (coming up fast on June 21, 2009), let’s ask one! Take it away, John!

For the sporty dad

We always need a new pair of running shoes, but it can be dicey to choose the right pair and the right fit. Tennis shirts are safer. A light jacket is a versatile pick. And Nike’s golf gear is rarely looked at askance on Father’s Day by the sporty dad.

For the classic dad

Dads who have to grind out a 9-to-5 in a suit-bound environment often appreciate a wardrobe pick-me-up. Think of a nice new suit, an Armani tie, new Cole Haan kicks, or some stainless steel cufflinks. You can never have too many.

For the cool dad

When in doubt, think “gear” and “gadgets”. And there’s always the MacBook Pro (no chance you’ll go wrong there, if you have $1,800 hanging around with no purpose in your checking account).

For the high-end dad

Prada. Versace. Moschino. Yes, the dad in your house may be able to handle couture, too. Maybe even covets it.

For more ideas, check out a few of the fresh StyleFeeds of great dads we know (and there are more dads around our office this year than last…congrats!). They’re always checking out something new and putting it on their feeds.

It could be that the dad you’re shopping for isn’t exactly as hip as Phil , Shergul or Alex, but maybe they can help. Whatever you do, don’t forget June 21. (And don’t think for a minute that we don’t care. Just in case you were wondering. We like a stylish gift or two this time of year as much as you do. Maybe more.)

- A Concerned StyleFeeder Dad