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In case you don't win our fabulous Mother's Day Giveaway, here are a few things that I (as a mother) think your mother (or wife) would enjoy :)
Treat yourself: I am obsessed with Tom Ford's Whitney Sunglasses. He is just so incredibly good at sexy chic (forget the boring Bespoke suits Tom, go back to doing what you do best!) All mothers need a pair of stylish sunglasses to throw on in the early mornings of carpool and these are flattering on everyone. I am Asian and very petite and they fit perfectly on my small nose, they also look amazing on my girlfriend who is blond and 5'11"! I have the black pair but want the blue and champagne too, they are super lightweight and offer 100% UV protection. Go ahead, treat yourself!
From Husbands: Lanvin Kansas tote in Bronze . This is a great bag for the mother of your children, easy to throw on and big enough to tote around stuff for kids of all ages or just for her. I love the dark bronze color, it's not as flashy as the gold version and it's more versatile as you can wear it with more things (Kelly and I would each like a bronze one if anyone, especially those we bore children for, wants to get it for us). $2,030 at Barneys New York.
Jewelry is always a good idea, but if you have terrible taste, ask for help (her best friend, sister, etc) Perfume is good too, perfume in bottle of handmade crystal, 24k gold, and a diamond solitaire in center is even better (it was created for Queen Victoria, so fitting for the Queen in your life right?) Clive Christian No.1 Perfume $2,350 at Nordstrom. I would never spend that kind of money on perfume not to mention what a waste of a diamond but that's not to say my husband can't buy it :) Frugal husbands can go for the Clive Christian sampler set for $285, same great fragrance without diamonds and really, who needs that on a perfume bottle? I like my diamonds on jewelry I can actually wear. Both at Nordstrom ($5 shipping!)
Speaking of diamonds, this champagne diamond necklace is tres chic and will be flattering on anyone. $3,200 at Barneys New York
From Daughters: Bottega Veneta's timeless classics is every mother's dream, that and finding the perfect doctor, I mean husband for you. $1,480 at Net-a-Porter
If your mother is always telling you to wear more color, she'll love this poppy red satchel from Ferragamo. The "Mediterraneo" has subtle silver hardware and gathered sides that lend a lot of style to a basic top handle bag. Another classic that she'll appreciate! $1,190 at Neiman Marcus Free 2 day delivery!
From Sons: (See above tips for your father) another great gift your mother would love is this gorgeous "Emilia" frame from Jay Strongwater, stick a photo of yourself in it and you won't feel as guilty for not visiting her as often as she'd like. $295 at Neiman Marcus
From Friends: I've raved about the Chantecaille Les Trios Palette
on Beauty Snob, your friend will love it too.
Diptyque Honeysuckle Candle: Can't treat her to a trip to Hawaii? The Diptyque Chevrefeuille (Honeysuckle) Candle will take her there every time she lights it.
I have the champagne Whitneys and I get compliments on them EVERYWHERE I go. I want them in red too but Neiman's was out. :(
There's another style similar to the Whitney's (just not as big) and my friend got those and they are cute too.
I see lots of celebrities in both styles and I always report who has which ones. :)
According to Salary.com, stay-at-home mother's work worth $138,095 a year. See the article from Reuters for the full story.
I definitely think the taking care of the kids and household is a lot of work. I am doing my part to help out.
Even though every day should be Mother's Day (or Father's Day) in my opinion, May 13th is the day we choose to celebrate mothers around the world. Remember to show your appreciation to all the special women in your life who are mothers, on the day or any day. I and my kids are still looking for the gift for my wife.
In the meantime, here are some artistic, animated ecards for the occasion.
Best Mom
http://www.ojolie.com/index.php?step=preview&ec_id=19
Origami
http://www.ojolie.com/index.php?step=preview&ec_id=18
Tim,
What a sweet and thoughtful post! You are a treasure and your wife is a very lucky woman.
Karen
How about something unique and special for Single Moms?
Singelringen is the Swedish ring that says the wearer is enjoying their single life but open to possibilities. Single Moms love this ring.
www.us.singelringen.com
The Chantecaille Les Trios Palette is amazing and such a wonderful mother's day gift idea!
I got my mom the new "The Sling" bag from a designer called WaterField Designs.
http://www.sfbags.com/products/slingbag/sling.htm
All their bags are handmade in San Francisco. (I love to support US made companies!)
My mom is always on the go and she plays a lot of tennis, so I think the bag will be perfect for her for Mother's Day. (I confess...I like it so much that when it came, I went on and bought one for myself. :-) The aulity is unbelievable. It is so great--carries everything and it's even machine washable.)
Bummer, within days of posting about my fabulous champagne Whitney's they BROKE. I took them back to Neiman's but they didn't have the champagne and I had to get the blue ones instead. They don't look as good as the champagne ones. I miss them. They actually said they've had a problem with them breaking (the arm).
I like your women's fragrance selection, but added even more to ours. Check them out at: http://www.unique-gift-list.com