Generally, I like to spotlight things that are affordable, responsible in some way/giving back, etc. but today, some serious indulgence for the Mom, mom to be or mom "in your head". You can be a mother without being one. Let's recognize them with some luxury, shall we?
The Tali Gilette "Mama" jewelry range - I am so hoping for a necklace, but probably for the birth of my son. My husband is so busy, I don't expect anything but sleep! These are just gorgeous and a great alternative to the ubiquitous baby shoe charms.
Also, I have the Mauri Pioppo "Love Letters" necklace with an "A" for Ava from last year's Mother's Day. You can choose the discs and initials with tiny diamond and also the color of the stones. Affordable luxury. I'll be adding a disc soon!
Handbag lust - I am drooling over Miu Miu's large quilted Chevron hobo in ivory. Big enough to be a diaper and work bag and still look stylish. Plus, you can take it on the plane as a carry-on.
Shoe lust - Also drooling over Tory Burch's Miller flats in silver or gold. So cute!
Luxe sheets - I am a Frette fan, but now currently hooked on Restoration Hardware's Italian Hotel Satin Stitch Bedding - I ordered them with gorgeous silver gray "Ash" trim as I'll be spending at least two hours a day on bedrest. Plus, what Mom doesn't deserve nice sheets and a nice lie-in on Sunday? By the way, 200 thread count is all you need. Those folks who claim 600 thread count? It's actually a fallacy and doesn't change the quality or "hand" of the fabric.
For the beauty junkie Mom, or the Mom who likes to smell great. Marc Jacobs' Limited Edition Splashes - Basil, Grapefruit and others can all be ordered at Sephora. There's even free shipping for orders over $50! I bought my Mom the limited edition Marc Jacobs Modern Gardenia Perfume.
For the Mom To Be: Mia Bossi's Maria Bags - I adore them in "Exotic Shimmer", "Godiva" and "Giraffe" from Little Dudes and Divas - free shipping and great discounts. It can even fit my laptop (you can order an extra laptop carry case to fit inside) as well as Junior's stuff. There's a faux fur, washable changing pad and it's super stylish and pratical. Be sure to throw in a bottle of Elemis' Japanese Camellia Body Oil - it totally prevents stretch marks and she won't be offended.
Sweet treat: Very Vera Red Velvet Cake. Hands down, the best. My inner Southern girl is giddy with anticipation. A must.
To all the moms, children, those without moms, those who know mom-like figures, those remembering moms who have passed on, those trying to be moms and those who struggle with motherhood, be good to yourself this weekend. We all came from somewhere, right?
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