If you’re the type of person who keeps a running list of friends and family and the perfect potential gifts that will suit their birthday, Christmas and other special occasions, we salute you.
If you’re more likely to be still pondering that special something as the weeks and days leading up to the occasion swiftly pass, we can relate.
Gifts can be a tricky thing to really nail, and there can be much deliberation over finding just the right thing.
When it comes to Mother’s Day however, the mothers we know have the humblest of desires – a sleep-in, a coffee and a hug suffices! But should you wish to go the extra mile (and they certainly deserve it), a beauty gift with a little bit of luxe will rarely go amiss.
Here are some of the best options to give the mum in your life this year.
Joyous jewellery
A Tiffany & Co. blue box never goes amiss for special occasions. A classic piece from the famous luxury jewellery house is the sleek, slimline gold Tiffany T Wire bracelet. Meadowlark includes plenty of on-pointoptions among its stylish range. Our picks for Mother’s Day are the modern take on a heart, with the smooth Lava Heart Pendant, or the incredibly chic Orb Earrings. Playful colour is a great upbeat option, with Orsini’s extensive collection a great place to look. You can’t help but smile when you see this Marco Bicego Africa 18k Gold Gemstone Ring. More jewellery gift ideas can be found on the dedicated Mother’s Day page on Orsini’s website.
Bags of style
A designer handbag is likely top of many people’s gift wish-list. For Mother’s Day, Louis Vuitton’s classic ‘everything but the kitchen sink’ Neverfull tote gets a limited edition update with a sweet gradient effect on the iconic LV logo. A tredn-setting mum will embrace Dior’s Nolita Bag, the perfect example of the season’s return of the bucket-style bag, and Saint Laurent delivers a more geometric, corporate shape in its Niki Bag.
Evocative scent
New season fragrances vary from bright and lively scents that are sure to put a spring in her step, to more evocative or nostalgic scents. Chloe’s latest, L’Eau de Parfum Lumineuse is a light, luminous blend of jasmine, rose and vanilla. Another addition to a much-loved perfume collection is the latest Narcisco Rodriguez scent. Well known for its smooth musk elements, the latest, For Her Musc Nude really delivers on a soft, ‘second skin’ theme, with notes of white florals, rose and woods around that famous musk heart. Maison Margelia’s Replica scents are beloved for capturing the essence of real-life moments. The latest From the Garden EDT, is like harvesting tomatoes in a verdant garden. Tiffany & Co’s Rose Gold Intense EDP is also a stunning addition to the dressing table and wafts notes of pink pepper, orange blossom and patchouli.
Dazzling details
A sparkling keepsake will be treasured and bring back special memories each and every time its worn. It would be hard to think of a more extravagant or desirable gift than the latest Rolex. This year’s Rolex Day-Date 36 in 18 ct Everose gold, sports a blue-green dial, which is adorned with ten baguette-cut diamonds on the face and 60 trapeze-cut diamonds on its bezel. Rose gold is incredibly flattering, so why not pluck these delicate rose gold Rose Earrings from the selection at Partridge Jewellers. Meanwhile, the enchanting animal details signifying both nature and luck are a signature of Van Cleef & Arpels high jewellery creations that are bound to captivate all who come across them.
Savvy skincare
Revamp her skin routine with serious skincare that has the power to transform the complexion. Sothys Hydra4 range delivers lasting hydration for strong and radiant skin. For an indulgent experience, purchase a matching facial from Sothys salons. Support a local skincare star with the Mini Glow Duo from Auckland’s The Facialist, that includes a replenishing skin oil and oil cleanser in small sizes that are perfect for packing. Clinique’s Moisture Surge range suits most skin types, making it a sure bet to gift, it’s cooling gel texture a delight to use.
Fit picks
A new set of well-designed and supportive underwear can give confidence a real boost. We love the balconette bra and high rise brief in fennel green from Kiwi lingerie label Ohen. Yes, Uggs are back again in a huge way in 2024. Gift these hip platform Ugg Tazz slip-ons also loved by Blake Lively, Sophie Turner and Gigi Hadid. If she’s a dressy mum, she’ll love the season’s most-wanted shoe style, a pair of loafers. This pair from Nicole Rebstock is the perfect on trend addition to the wardrobe. A social media-savvy mum? She’s have seen the buzzed about, teddy-soft lounge wear and home pieces everyone’s clamouring for. Get hers from Lorna Jane, but if she’s into more of an outdoorsy vibe, the brand’s quilted puffer vest will be indispensable over the next few months.
Gorgeous gift sets
Introduce her to a new brand or pick a set that includes one of her favourites, an easy way to ensure she’ll love your selection. Glasshouse Fragrance’s Enchanted Garden collection has all the usual beautifully scented selections, but the surprising hit is the perfume pencil set. A great on-the-go fragrance solution the clean pencils are infused with EDP and can be applied to skin by simply scribbling on. Know a mum that loves coffee? Diptyque’s limited edition candle set inspired by French cafe Verlet will have her home smelling like a French patisserie and her favourite brew. Update her beauty bag with this top quality Morphe makeup brush set designed by Kylie Jenner’s makeup artist Ariel Tejada.
High-tech hair
New hair hot tools will transform the getting ready process. Remington has two new tools, the Remington ONE Flat Iron and Curler and the Remington ONE Multi-Style Hair Dryer. Both are designed to create a number of different looks in one tool. Ghd’s new Chronos overhauls the brand’s famous styler that straightens and curls with advanced new tech. It’s now even faster and more responsive to movement, with a new ceramic heater delivering ‘one stroke’ results promised to last 24 hours. Dyson too, has been busy updating its light and fast dryer that is famously kinder to hair. Its Supersonic Nural Intelligent hair dryer auto-adapts to help protect scalp health and enhance hair’s natural shine.
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