I thought I would share Gifts Sure to Make Her Smile by Merilee Kern, MBA
According to the National Retail Federation, approximately 84 percent of U.S. adults are expected to celebrate most of the Holidays in the US by shopping! Spending is poised to reach record highs this year, expected to total $31.7 billion—up a full $3.6 billion from 2021’s record spends. For those planning to join the retail revelry , we’ve put together our top list sure to put a smile in her heart.
Wander Bubble Mother’s Day Perfume Trio Collection
Does the mom in your life love new places and experiences? Give her the ability to express her uniqueness and passion for travel with the Wander Bubble Mother’s Day Collection. This collection will let mom break out of her bubble and enjoy a fragrance journey around the world allowing her to explore new places with her sense of smell: From sunny and dazzling SANTORINI, the Citrus/Aquatic scent; to seductive and mysterious MARRAKECH, the spicy/floral scent; to inviting and frosty REYKJAVIK, the floral/Musk/Moss scent.
This limited Mother’s Day promotion contains all three Wander Bubble eau de toilettes in 50ml spray bottles, including free shipping. All of The Bubble Collection fine fragrances are small batch, handcrafted, unisex and made in the United States. Mom can feel confident knowing their fragrances are Vegan, contain no Parabens or Phthalates and are certified cruelty-free by PETA and Leaping Bunny.
The Bubble Collection is a collaboration between two creative icons, Michale Perris and Gregory Cole, who believe the purpose of fragrance is self-expression rather than being confined to the marketing-driven trends of the past. Their team comprises perfumers hailing from both the U.S. and France who are long-time veterans of the perfume industry.
Aroma Om Ultrasonic Diffuser Kit ‘In Bloom’ Edition
The best-selling Aroma Om diffuser by Saje is available in a limited-edition, Eucalyptus green color that is perfect for your Mother’s Day gift list. This set includes everything needed for your loved one to enjoy the fresh, floral and bright Aromatic Oils, which evoke pleasant thoughts of Springtime.
The Exhilarating Diffuser Blend is a combination of Grapefruit, Ho Wood and Ylang Ylang. All Oils from Saje are made with 100 percent pure plant-based Essential Oil blends. The therapeutic benefits of Essential Oils are well-known: Boosting mood; relieving anxiety and pain; improving sleep; killing funguses and bacteria; and relieving headaches. This cool mist diffuser uses no heat, which maintains the integrity of the product. The lid is constructed with a sturdy polyresin-cement mixture and the inner tank is made from BPA-free plastic, making it very earth-friendly.
The included Oil is long-lasting, with the ability to choose three hours of continuous misting, or six hours of intermittent use for 10-15 drops. There are many fragrances by Saje available and mom will have fun determining which one suits her and her personality best. Saje is a purpose-led brand that truly believes in 100 percent natural products to support their customers in making healthier choices every day. Using pure and clean ingredients, they make plant-based products to power every aspect of life.
Hex Small Fire Pit from Colsen Fire Pits
Here’s an easy way to give mom an outdoor retreat in the comfort of her own home: the Hex Small Fire Pit from Colsen Fire Pits. These portable tabletop fire pits are light and easy to transport, so she can move them anywhere. They feature a stylish modern design and mom will want to take it everywhere she desires ambiance because it’s portable, there’s no mess, no smoke and no cleanup. And what could be more fun than making S’mores whenever and wherever she wants, even if the weather outside isn’t cooperating?
The brand recommends using 70 or 91 percent Isopropyl Alcohol as fuel for a clean burn. This portable fire pit measures 6.5-inches wide by four-inches high and comes with fast shipping. The non-toxic flame will last for approximately 40-50 minutes, which is perfect for spending time with the family. Colsen Fire Pits makes handmade, innovative home and garden products that improve any experience. The modern, portable designs go with today’s decor and offer an easy way to stage an inviting atmosphere for quiet moments alone or while celebrating with loved ones.
Garden Tertill Weeding Robot
Give your mom the gift of relaxation with a garden robot that runs on solar power and is reported to perform just as well as hand-weeding! She’ll have a beautiful, clean garden thanks to the award-winning Tertill Weeding Robot, which comes from the inventor of Roomba. It’s designed to help people enjoy all the benefits of gardening without all the time lost weeding by hand.
Ideal for vegetable gardens, the weatherproof robot stays outside from Spring through Fall, runs on sunshine and prevents weeds all growing season long with the touch of a button. That means no complicated programming or mapping! The ultimate gardening tool, the Tertill Weeding Robot weeds in two- to five-minute intervals for 1-2 hours every day and maintains up to a 200 square foot garden by killing pre-emergent weeds with specially designed wheels, while also chopping down sprouted weeds with a handy string trimmer.
Gardeners never have to worry about the robot damaging the plants they are actually cultivating because it uses height to tell the difference between plants from weeds. It also comes with guards that further protect small plants and seedlings. All that the Tertill Weeding Robot requires are a minimum four-inch-high barrier, 12-inch plant/row spacing and a relatively flat surface. The robot comes with a risk-free, 60-day trial, one-year limited warranty and free shipping.
Name a Star with Dedicated Stars
What better way to show your love than naming a Star after someone? Giving someone their own unique Star is a special way to commemorate and celebrate loved ones, friends and even pets. Among others, it’s a popular gift for Mother’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries and graduations.
Dedicated Stars offers you the option to name a Star of your choice after the most special people in your life. It’s an extraordinary way to make your loved one feel cherished. You can select between Classic, Zodiac and Binary star packages. The Classic package will let you name a rare and bright star, while the Zodiac gives you the option to select a Star from any of the 12 Zodiac Constellations, which is the most popular choice of all. Finally, particularly perfect for Mother’s Day, the Binary package is the absolute gift for couples. Binary Stars shimmer and are composed of two stars that orbit their common center. As part of your purchase, you get access to a planetarium platform, universe infographics and beautiful wallpapers for your computer.
After selecting a package, you can custom name your Star and receive a personalized certificate via email within minutes. Customize your certificate design among six beautiful options to commemorate your gift. If you wish, you can even add a personal message that will appear on the certificate. In addition, you can receive or send a high-quality printed version, with the option to have it framed.
Dedicated Stars is a website that names Stars after people (or anything you like)—a gift that really does last forever! Their journey started a while ago, in fact, possibly even several decades ago, when Astronomers stopped naming Stars and instead assigned each with a catalogue I.D. number. The Dedicated Stars team decided to start naming Stars again and make them into exceptional gifts, registered on the Star database forever.
Custom Love Letter Blanket from Frankie Print Co.
Personalized gifts are always a stellar way to show someone the extent to which you care. Mother’s Day is a premier occasion to customize the expression of your affection. Tell mom how much she is loved and appreciated by writing a heartfelt letter and having it made into a soft and cozy blanket. I absolutely adore the original Love Letter Blanket from Frankie Print Co., which is a thoughtful and personalized gift that offers comfort and coziness every time mom wraps herself up in it.
Simply write a letter to mom and have it printed on a woven blanket to create a gift she will love and cherish forever. Make it extra personal by using your own handwriting or keep it simple by using Frankie Print Co’s cursive handwriting font. Made in the USA, the blanket is designed to look like a piece of lined notebook paper with the message written on it and fringe around the edges.
The Love Letter Blanket is 100% cotton, machine washable and comes in three sizes: 37×52, 50×60 or 60×80. Sold at Frankieprintco.com, Etsy and Uncommon Goods, the original Love Letter Blanket is the perfect Mother’s Day gift that’ll make your mom feel like she’s wrapped your hug—no matter how near or far you are. In addition to your own mom, make one for your spouse, children, grandparents, friends and others you care about.
Sugar Plum Chocolate-Covered Sandwich Cookies
For a gift that’s almost as beautiful and sweet as the mom in your life, look no further than gourmet confections from Sugar Plum Chocolates. One of my favorites this Season is one mom is sure to love: Chocolate-Covered Sandwich Cookies.
These delicious and indulgent treats are made of fresh ingredients to perfectly complement unique flavors. In this particular box, there are twelve total Sandwich Cookies just waiting to be savored. Options for this box include Milk Chocolate, White Chocolate, Dark Chocolate or assorted flavors.
Another Sugar Plum fab find for Mother’s Day is the Chocolate Heart Pizza. It’s a unique treat that anyone can truly love, especially for mom if she likes savory flavors combined with sweet undertones. Sugar Plum tops its 12-ounce Milk Chocolate “Pizza” with crushed Pretzels, Cookies, Potato Chips, Candies, Chocolate Gems and a drizzle of White Chocolate.
It comes with a tiny wooden mallet that she can have fun breaking into small pieces and sharing (or not). Every one of these treats are lovingly handcrafted in Sugar Plum’s bakery and kitchen in Kingston, Pennsylvania. Your mom will surely appreciate supporting a female-owned business that was started by the mother-and-son team Franz and Neil Edley.
Deluxe Series 6-Burner Gas Grill by Nexgrill
For moms who love to cook, spend time outdoors, or optimally both, the Deluxe Series 6-Burner Gas Grill from Nexgrill is a great option as a holiday gift—or to celebrate her with a tasty grilled feast. With a spacious cooking area and individual control knobs, this grill is perfect for everyday or large gatherings. It boasts a massive 560 square inch primary grilling area with six stainless steel burners and is outfitted with porcelain-enameled cast iron cooking grates that retain heat exceptionally well. An upper-level, 200 square inch porcelain-coated warming rack heats up buns and keeps cooked foods toasty. Perched above the main firebox burners are angled flame tamers that deflect heat, prevent flare-ups and vaporize drippings into flavor infusions that permeate foods with a distinctive smoky taste.
It’s Even-Heat System distributes consistent and uniform warmth across the entire grill surface, so there aren’t any hot spots. An electronic ignition function allows burners to fire up instantly and the built-in thermometer enables precise temperature regulation. For nighttime grilling, engage the blue LED lighting system to illuminate the front control panel for no-fuss operability. Use the included rotisserie kit to evenly cook chicken, roasts, pork or anything else you want to rotate on a spit. This grill model is also convertible to natural gas and equipped with a ceramic searing side burner that completes steaks to juicy perfection—helping you (or her) craft the perfect outdoor meal!
Chefe Multicooker with Steam and Heating Technology by ChefWave
This is an amazing gift for the mom who loves to cook but doesn’t have enough time (or the inclination) to spend hours in the kitchen making delicious and healthy meals. Not only does the Chefwave Chefe Multicooker with Steam and Heating Technology save space in the kitchen by replacing 13 different appliances, but it’s also eye-catching and versatile enough to go from counter to table for service, and into the fridge for storing leftovers. It has a 4-quart nonstick inner pot, making it super easy to clean as well.
This amazing piece of multipurpose equipment will allow her to easily slow cook, steam, bake or reheat delicious meals. Smart Control technology ensures a precise cooking temperature for effortless Stews, Chili, Oatmeal, Risotto, and more deliciousness. Your mom will surely be thrilled with how easy this gadget is to use, which includes its touchscreen LED panel and smart voice alerts. These smart voice alerts are particularly cool because they will keep her updated on the cooking status, leaving her free to finish up her emails, phone calls or her favorite book. Best of all, 2-day delivery for this unit is free. Lifestyle By Focus is a Brooklyn-based company that prides itself on helping hobbyists achieve their creative goals with the highest quality products at a reasonable price.
A-Sha Noodles Best Sellers Bundle
Here’s another great way to help mom save time in the kitchen with a savory delight, courtesy of the Best Sellers Bundle from A-Sha Noodles. This is the cult-favorite noodle brand known for its patented, 100-year-old legacy noodle recipe from Tainan, Taiwan.
The popular Noodles are distinctly air-dried, never fried or frozen, and made with simple, wholesome ingredients. There are zero artificial flavors, and each pack boasts 10 grams of plant-based protein to deliver a healthier, nutritious alternative to conventional fried Instant Noodles. These are most certainly in a different league than the Ramen mom made in her college dorm room!
The popular Best Sellers Bundle offers A-Sha’s three most popular Noodle and flavor combinations, including packs of Tainan Noodles with Sesame Sauce, Mandarin Noodles with Original Sauce and Hakka Noodles with Chili Sauce. All A-Sha Noodles are simply made with Wheat, Salt and Water and receive a unique 18-hour air-drying technique.
The Noodles cook in five minutes or less and each bowl can be easily topped with just about any ingredient, such as fried or poached Eggs, fresh Scallions, chili crisp and whatever else you desire. In addition to being available online, A-Sha Noodles are widely offered in national retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Costco Target and H-Mart.
Anatomie Women’s Athleisure Clothing
For the active mom who loves her leggings, Anatomie is a wonderful place to look for just the right gift for Mother’s Day. Run by a husband-and-wife duo, Anatomie is a travel-specific luxury brand that focuses on flattering athleisure for all shapes and sizes.
For the traveling mom, consider gifting the Delaney Travel Vest. This sophisticated wear-everywhere option is a travel favorite because of the company’s signature curve-hugging stretch fabric. Designed in a longer length, this chic layering piece is ideal for weathering chilly airports, transitioning between Seasons or adding extra interest to her look. On breezy days, zip the collar into a funnel neck as extra protection against the elements. Front zip pockets are a secure way to stash essentials like a wallet and phone.
Another excellent option when traveling is Anatomie’s slimming Andrea Contrast-Panel Legging. Mom will surely make a statement in this comfortable and stylish luxe legging pant with cool contrast panels and side pockets. With a shaped high waistband, these leggings are made with Anatomie’s signature curve-hugging stretch, which is breathable and comfy. In a city-chic color palette, it’s ideal for travel to urban locales or updating your everyday look.
Another cozy and highly versatile option are the Etta V-Neck Cashmere Sweater Top. This stylish women’s sweater is designed with a comfy, relaxed fit silhouette and a flattering V-neckline. Bold ribbed detailing at the cuffs and hemline adds a further contemporary appeal to this wear-anywhere sweater. Crafted using Anatomie’s signature wrinkle-free and luxuriously soft cashmere fabric, this gorgeous and cozy essential is the perfect piece to slip on to keep warm at home or while hitting the slopes.
‘The Broome’ Python Print Stretch Pant by DuetteNYC
This is a gorgeous style gift that the chic fashionista mom is sure to adore! The Broome-Python Print Pant by DuetteNYC can become one of her signature pieces since it’s so versatile—she can easily dress it up or down. Black and white basics are hot and makes getting dressed each day much easier-all without sacrificing style. The Broome-Python Print Pant has a notch opening at the front ankle and sleek front seam lines. They’re is made with vegan sueded leather that is incredibly soft and touchable. The fabric, a full 25% of which comes from recycled plastics and renewable resources, is machine washable and very easy to care for. No surprise since DuetteNYC is a female-founded company that designs clothing to empower women of all shapes and sizes from all walks of life, while also keeping focused on renewable materials for their eco-minded clothing. Duette NYC’s luxury apparel is made for today’s women whose body types vary as much as their lifestyles; plus, it’s made for women who want to leave a smaller footprint in our world’s environment.
WMNSWR Women’s Clothing
Clothing is always a great Mother’s Day gift option and one company to look into this year is WMNSWR. This is an online clothing destination for luxury, style and inspiration. It aims to deliver a curated collection of high-quality pieces from both upcoming and established contemporary and designer womenswear brands, both with a seamless shopping experience and unmatched customer service. I’ve samples items from numerous categories, and among my favorites are the jumpsuits, which can be paired with everything from sneakers to strappy sandals. Live in or traveling to someplace warm? Look at the stunning line of Swimsuits, with many of the options cut with a flattering deep neckline, low back and high waistlines in line with current trends. For cooler situations, the various short and long sweater dresses they carry are sure to hit the mark to create a dramatic take on the classic sweater dress silhouette. Pair these with knee high boots or tights and pumps to complete the look. There are so many more delightful options to explore on WMNSWR’s website that are perfect options for that special lady in your life.
The Whistler Bag from Urban Originals
Mom will fall in love with The Whistler bag from Urban Originals—a gorgeous and sophisticated design made with a blend of vegan leather and recycled materials. The Whistler bag is a spacious and classic tote, perfect for work or shopping and with plenty of room for laptops. Its integrated card slots, one zipper pocket and two slip pockets to keep everything clean and easy to reach. It also includes a fully detachable key ring. Urban Originals is paving the way to better and more ethical fashion across the world. They have rejected any kind of animal leathers and fabrics from the very beginning, showing that chic and adorable handbags can be kind, too. Not only will mom look amazing carrying this bag, but she will also feel amazing because of the commitment that Urban Originals has to ensure that every product is made in fair trade conditions and passes Department Store and Industry ethical standards. One issue that they are passionate about is taking a stand against human trafficking and protecting human rights. Urban Originals proudly donates 10% of all online sales to causes that work to free modern-day slaves. Founded by Susanna Cates, the brand has grown beyond its Australian origins. Based out of Sydney and now Los Angeles, Urban Originals can be found in popular boutiques in Australia, the United States, Mexico, Japan, South Korea and the United Kingdom.
Klasse14 Watches
When deciding what to get mom for Mother’s Day, look to Klasse14 for gift ideas that are specifically crafted to spark conversation. They offer various watches and accessories that are clearly designed to make a statement. Unique and avant-garde; minimal and simple; and functional and beautiful, this accessory brand thrives on making novel items for gals—striving for a singular experience, whether with a never-before-seen shape or color or an unusual or provocative combination. The watches are especially eye-catching and an excellent option as a holiday gift. Klasse14 timepieces boast distinctive design and craftsmanship, pushing limits with an unapologetically groundbreaking spirit. These pieces are classy and chic enough to wear casually on the weekend, paired with business attire for work or dressed up for a night on the town. Soft or bold, pure or vibrant. However mom would choose her summer palette and whatever she has planned for the summer, Klasse14 watches will have her covered. With their interchangeable straps, mixing and matching a watch has never been easier or more stylish.
LectroFan Evo by Adaptive Sound Technologies
Give your mom the rest she deserves this Mother’s Day with Adaptive Sound Technology’s LectroFan Evo available at SoundofSleep.com. The sound machines has over 22 unique non-looping noise sounds, so she can rest peacefully every night. With the new sleek design, the Evo is perfect for bedrooms, guest rooms, hotel rooms and offices—anywhere she would be looking to block out outside noise. The LectroFan EVO sleep sound machine is the follow up to the classic LectroFan and features a new design and two new ocean surf sounds in addition to the 20 fan sounds and white noise variations. There’s also a new audio jack for connecting a portable speaker, pillow speaker or even headphones for private relaxation. The device uses state of the art technology to generate dynamic, realistic fan sounds, white noises, and ocean sounds to help block intrusive noises so she can relax, concentrate, and fall asleep easier. Some users further report that they use a LectroFan in their baby or toddler’s room to block distracting noises and create a peaceful environment. Better sleep for your little ones can mean better sleep for mom, and a happier family. Whether it’s being used for sleep or to create a calm work environment, the mom’s in your life will surely love the sense of peace that comes with the LectroFan Evo.
Manta Sleep Mask PRO
Better B’Ver Waterless Wash Cleanser
And lastly, what mom wouldn’t want Better B’Ver Waterless Wash cleanser? From head to dam, she can keep fresh while on-the-go with this revitalizing option. Perfect for camping trips, roadies and other travel adventures, simply pump out and apply to skin or tissue for cleansing feminine areas. Walton Wood Farm is on a mission to restore and rescue historic 1850s barns, bring back jobs and breathe new life into rural communities. When you purchase their products, you can feel great about supporting consciously crafted options that truly make a difference.
Forbes Business Council, Newsweek Expert Forum and Rolling Stone Culture Council Member Merilee Kern, MBA is an internationally regarded brand strategist and analyst who reports on cultural shifts and trends as well as noteworthy industry change makers, movers, shakers and innovators across all categories, both B2C and B2B. This includes field experts and thought leaders, brands, products, services, destinations and events. Merilee is Founder, Executive Editor and Producer of “The Luxe List” as well as Host of the “Savvy Living” lifestyle TV show that airs in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Atlanta and other major markets on CBS, FOX and other top networks; as well as the “Savvy Ventures” business TV show that airs nationally on FOX Business TV and Bloomberg TV.
As a prolific lifestyle, travel, dining and leisure industry voice of authority and tastemaker, Merilee keeps her finger on the pulse of the marketplace in search of new and innovative must-haves and exemplary experiences at all price points, from the affordable to the extreme.
Her work reaches multi-millions worldwide via broadcast TV (her own shows and copious others on which she appears) as well as a myriad of print and online publications. Connect with her at www.TheLuxeList.com and www.SavvyLiving.tv / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook / LinkedIN .
***Some or all of the accommodations(s), experience(s), item(s) and/or service(s) detailed above may have been provided or arranged at no cost to accommodate if this is review editorial, but all opinions expressed are entirely those of Merilee Kern and have not been influenced in any way. ***
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