Sunday, April 6, 2014

Spoil your Mom in May!


With May fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about a very special lady in your life.  May 11th is Mother’s day, the day we shower our amazing moms with lots of love and attention to make them feel truly appreciated.  So to help kick-start your plans, I have compiled five unique gift ideas to make your mom feel that extra bit special this Mother’s day. 


Netatmo’s June Bracelet





With summer just around the corner, keep you mom safe from the harmful effects of the sun with this unique and functional bracelet by Netatmo. The June bracelet is a beautiful piece of jewelry that incorporates wearable technology, which monitors sun exposure. When combined with the accompanying customized smartphone app, your mom will be notified when she would need to apply sunblock, wear a hat and put on her sunglasses to keep her safe from those pesky UV rays.
The Netatmo JUNE can be worn as a bracelet or as a brooch and comes in 3 shimmering colors: platinum, gold or gunmetal.
Get it at Netatmo ($99)

Stella McCartney Yoga Bag 




























Compliment your new age mom's active lifestyle with this stylish Adidas by Stella McCartney yoga bag.  With plenty of space to carry her workout gear and a convenient slot for a Yoga mat, your mom will never have to sacrifice style for practicality.
Get it at Adidas ($70).

Francis Francis X1 Espresso Machine



















Your mom will certainly wake up with a spring in her step when you take her to coffee heaven with the stunning X1 retro-style espresso machine by FrancisFrancis!. The X1 was designed and developed by renowned Italian designer Luca Trazzi, who has seamlessly combined beauty and functionality to make your mom that perfect cup of coffee with an extra touch of style.
Get it at Illy ($595)

Ole Henriksen Three Wonders Set



















It is all about eco skin care in 2014! Ole Henriksen has created this ultra-light and natural set of creams that will moisture and polish your skin, bringing back its healthy glow. Give your mom an everyday spa-experience in the comfort of her home. 
Get it at Sephora ($70).

Kindle Paperwhite
















There's no better gift for your book-loving mom than the fantastic Kindle e-reader from Amazon.  The new Kindle Paperwhite features improved resolution and a built in light so your mom never has to put down that gripping novel.  The Kindle's e-ink technology closely simulates the look of printed paper, which will be far easier on your mom’s eyes than a lot of LCD based tablets.  So whether it’s snuggling next to the fireplace, sitting on a plane or relaxing at the beach, the Kindle Paperwhite will be your mom's perfect reading companion.  Tip: Don’t forget to include a copy of her favorite novel.
Get it at BestBuy ($119).