A CAR — OR A £9,000 ROBE

Loro Piana James Vicuna and Baby Cashmere Robe, £9,190, loropiana.com MADE from a blend of two of the softest, finest and rarest fibres in the world, this simple-looking, luxury grey bathrobe finished with a subtle gold braid feels like a dream to wear. It’s so unassuming Dad could put the bins out in this and no one would have any idea that it’s worth more than his car.