The Ultimate Mothers Day Gift Guide
All the cliches are true.
It really is the best job in the world.
“The Motherhood” is, undoubtedly, the coolest gang I’ve ever been part of.
We unite in our tiredness, our worry, our guilt, our immense pride and of course, our overflowing hearts.
Becoming a Mama, has given me a whole new level of love and respect for my own truly amazing mum.
After years of thinking she was utterly adorable but clearly barking mad (sorry mum!) I now understand her lovely, loopy ways.
I ‘get’ why she insists on texting me “weather warnings” at 6am.
…”Very cold today darling, wear a coat”…
…”Sunny now, but raining later sweetheart”…
I completely understand why she insists on cleaning, ironing and generally just ‘fussing’ whenever she comes to stay.
I know why she cried when my first boyfriend dumped me for the girl with bigger boobs. True Story.
I might be 31 years of age, but she loves me, and worries about me as much as she did when I was 1 day old.
She tells me that it just gets better. That there are years that are more difficult than others (how will I ever repay her for my evil teenage ways?!), but the love just blossoms and overflows. Each year, the love is stronger than the last.
Mother’s Day isn’t the only day of the year to thank our Mamas for their kindness, their worry, and their unconditional love.
But it is a reminder. A reminder that while motherhood might just be the most amazing gift, it’s also utterly exhausting in every sense of the word.
It’s a day to pamper, to relax, to indulge and be spoiled by your truest loves, your babes.
So, if you’re looking for a way to spoil your amazing Mama, or if you’re ready to be spoiled yourself (simply leave this post out for Daddy to see)… THIS is my ULTIMATE MOTHERS DAY GIFT GUIDE. Find below ten luxury gift ideas to suit all budgets and guaranteed to make any Mama smile from ear to ear..
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Because all Mums are amazing, and deserve to be spoiled rotten, quite frankly, I’m delighted to be teaming up with gorgeous Radley London this Mothers Day.
They’re offering you a chance to WIN one of the most gorgeous gifts on this list!!! This BEAUTIFUL Grosvenor Leather Handbag (worth £299!!).
Full details at the bottom of this post.
Breakfast In Bed With Darley Avenue
What’s lovelier than waking up to breakfast in bed?
Not much!
Y’know those mornings without an alarm, where you open your eyes to the smell of coffee and a delicious breakfast delivered to you in bed…
Well if you can’t be with your mum on Mother’s Day, this is surely the next best thing.
Darley Avenue are the ultimate London based gifting company. Each of their gift boxes is loaded with stylish items, and this ‘Breakfast In Bed Giftbox’ is no exception.
Darley Avenue will give you 15% off with code: HUNTERSANDHEELS
Gorgeous Flowers from Bloom and Wild
Who doesn't love receiving flowers? Not just any flowers either. A Beautiful bouquet delivered straight through the letterbox.As many of you will know, I'm one of the worlds biggest fans of Bloom and Wild . Their flowers are simply beautiful, and last AGES due to the fact they are delivered in bud so they quite literally bloom for weeks!!
Their Mother's Day bouquet 'Freya' is no exception.
Believe me, it smells as good as it looks!
New Customers will get 15% off with code: HUNTERSANDHEELS. Existing customers can also save 10% with code: HUNTERS10 (but this is only valid until 1st March 2015)Or why not make Mother's Day last a little longer by ordering a monthly subscription?
Wrap her up in Luxury with Dot and Tom
Think Luxury, think cashmere.
I'm not talking about Cashmere scarfs, gloves or jumpers, I'm talking about wrapping you (and even your little one too) up in softest, chicest blanket there ever was.Nobody does luxury throws and blankets like Dot and Tom . This cashmere/merino mix not only feels amazing, it looks amazing too. The way it drapes beautifully over the bed, the subtle and sophisticated shade of grey, that gorgeous fine rib. It's heaven!
Make her feel Pretty Powerful with Bobbi Brown
I love nothing more than introducing women to Bobbi Brown . Not simply because it's who I work for. I feel so passionate about the impact that knowledge and the right makeup can have on a woman's confidence. Bobbi herself is a truly inspiring working mother. She really understands what it takes for a woman to look and feel her prettiest and most powerful.
Make-up Lessons at Bobbi are 'our treat' so you could take your mum or yourself into store for a personalised recommendation.
There's a store locater HERE
If you want something for her to open with her Breakfast in Bed, a new shade of lipstick for spring would make a great gift (this one is Pale Pink). A handy and essential tin of lip balm, sweet smelling and extra hydrating Hand Cream, or gorgeous lavender infused Hydrating Face Tonic.
Jo Malone London . SAY. NO. MORE.
Whether it's a Candle, Linen Spray, Body Care or Cologne, nothing compares to Jo Malone's incredible fragrances.Jo's Signature Fragrance Combining enables you to mix your favourites to create your own bespoke scent.With Spring around the corner I've picked out this beautiful Home Candle in 'Nectarine Blossom and Honey', the ultimate spring fragrance.
Jewellery to keep forever with Tienne
I can tell you 'why' and 'when' I acquired every piece of the Jewellery I wear everyday. There's something beautiful about pieces that tell a story. Looking down at your wrist and it reminding you of a special person or moment.
I'm in love with this delicate 'Missoma Son' bracelet from Tienne. Every time I look down it reminds me of my boys. They do a 'daughter' bracelet too, and offer a choice of gold, or silver. The clasp is a charm in itself, made of labradorite (believed to contain the colours of the Northern Lights).
Better still, this bracelet can be engraved with the initial of your son or daughter. Such a beautiful gift.
You can get 15% off any full price Missoma Pieces at Tienne with code: HH15
A taste of luxury with Amelia Rope Chocolate
Amelia is a genius! This is the most amazing chocolate I have ever tasted!! I'm sorry 'Hotel Chocolate', but once you've tasted Amelia Rope, there's no going back.
Her Lemon and Sea Salt truffles are second to none. then theres this stack of chocolate bars, all wrapped in pastel shades (very pretty for spring).
Indulge your Mama, and order a few bars for yourself while you're at it!! DE-VINE!!!!
Amelia Rope will give you 10% off until 29th February with code: HUNTERSANDHEELS
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Make it personal with Papier Stationary
I'm a huge fan of Papier Cards and Stationary. Unlike the other customisable greetings card companies, Papier offer quality, taste and style. There are loads of beautiful mothers day cards to choose from (HERE), but what about giving the gift of beautiful personalised stationary.
Get 1o% off your next order (even if you're not a new customer) with code: HUNTERSANDHEELS
Luxury Nightwear with Desmond and Dempsey
Feel hot and comfy wearing Daddy's shirt to lounge around the house, but want your own girly version?
Thats the inspiration behind Desmond and Dempsey's luxury cotton pyjama collection. Handsome style with those girly touches …rolled cuffs, slip on trousers with pockets. It's so hard to pick a favourite, but I'm in love with my Classic Cream. I'm never buying PJ's from anywhere else!!
How About Something to Hold your Caffeine?
If there's one thing hard-working mamas love, it's caffeine.I speak from experience.I love receiving mugs as gifts, it's something thoughtful but still practical. And what's better than drinking your morning brew from something that reminds you of your delicious babe…?Stepping away from the old 'Cardshop Classic' "I love my mum" mugs...here are some of my favourites...
For the BUSY MAMA - Pretty and Practical enamel mug by Sophia Victoria Joy
For the CLASSY MAMA - Elegance and Simplicity by Laura Ashley
For the WORKING MAMA - Quotes on the go from Snap Dragon
(20% off with code HUNTERSANDHEELS)
For the TIRED MAMA - Personalised 'You May speak' from My 1st Years
For your MAMA BEAR - Yorkshire Cuteness from Plewsy
For the DOG MAMA - Personalised loveliness by Heather Alstead Designs
A Spring Accessory Edit with Radley London
I'm a 'handbag girl', always have been. I think I inherited it from my mother, we're both 'collectors', you could say. When I was younger I wanted them all, but age and experience has taught me that quality and investment is definitely the way to go.
One thing all my favourite bags have in common…they're Leather. The weight, the scent, the finish and the fact that they only get better with age.
When one of my favourite British Brands Radley London asked me to choose a spring edit that any mum would love to receive this Mothers day I was THRILLED.
"Like a girl in a handbag shop!"
Whats more, Radley are offering you guys to WIN the bag that I've chosen….Eeeee!!! You don't need to be a Mama to win, the competition is open to all and the winner with be announced on Mother's Day 2016.
So what did I pick and how can you win….?
Why it's my Favourite...
It's over the shoulder, and consequently, Mama friendly. Gone are the days when I only need one hand.
It's tan leather, classic, timeless.
Loads of little pockets for phone, keys, wipes etc..
I'm in love with the pastel grosgrain lining and gold coloured detailing.
It smells AMAZING!!!
To go with it I chose:
De Beauvoir Large zip matinee Purse in Tan Leather
Botanical mini Umbrella in Ivory - To brighten up a rainy day
Botanical large zip Pencil Case - To store a couple of nappies, wipes etc..
HOW TO ENTER:
Competition is open to EU and UK.Winner will be chosen by a random name generator and announced on instagram on Mothers Day 2016 (Thats the British Mothers Day, Sunday 6th March 2016).Competition is in no way affiliated with Instagram. Judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Good Luck from me and my little peach!