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A Mother's Day Gift for her to Cherish
Mother's Day is a chance to recognise the woman that brought you into the world, as well as those that have borne your own children. So here is our round up of the best Mother's Day presents to make her feel appreciated all year long.
Gorgeous top to toe - indulgent gifts for Mums
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For the prettiest of powders, treat her to this beautiful Blushing Daisy Palette from The Body Shop. So pretty she'll hardly want to use it, the two shades are suitable for all, and make a beautiful change, or additon, to real flowers!
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Aura is a new cosmetics range which is fresh, girly yet with a definite edge, making it perfect for the modern British woman who knows her own style. Beam Supreme will enhance the gentle glow of mothers everywhere, definitely the product for modern glamour.
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Fragrance can be a little tricky, so either stick with her favourite or for something feminine and Spring-like, we recommend Daisy by Marc Jacobs. Gorgeous girly bottle and sublimely floral fragrance without being heavy of cloying, from the master of modern style.
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And finally to roses, or specifically Rose Otto from Ren, which has won countless awards. Treat your loved one to this fabulous set which includes the Body Wash, a limited edition Body Oil and a special green tea, to keep her looking fab from the inside out. We vote this top of the Mother's Day beauty gifts!
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One in a million mum - unique and personalised gifts for mums
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For a very unique gift, tell the story of her life with one of these gorgeous photo style books from Photo Box. A great way to show off your photos for a one-off unique gift. These are very reaonably priced, and you get to decide which photos go where, and can even add you own captions, to really make it as unique as she is.
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Got a favourite image of you all? Let Photo Bloc convert it to a fantastic piece of art for your home, a truly original gift. Sizes to suit every room, and every budget, now you just need to find the right shot! A great gift for even the most difficult to buy for woman!
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The family that plays together stays together? Find out by making a Monopoly board that represents all the special places in her life. The choices are entirely down to you, just remember this is a family game!
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Show her that as mums go, she's a legend in her own lifetime, not to mention a complete star. These mugs can show her name written into the concrete of the Walk of Fame, Hollywood style. And you'll earn extra points if you fill it with a cup of tea that you take up to her in bed!
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V.I.M.s - or gifts for those Very Important Mums on their first Mother's Day
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One of the two things you're always short of as a new mum is time to yourself, so why not sort everything out for her to have a day to herself at a beautiful spa? With Spa Finder gift vouchers she can choose from a whole range of spas, so there's bound to be one close at hand. Let her know that you will take care of baby for the day, that it's a day just for her. And if you really want to make it special, book for her best friend too, so she can have some quality, pampering, girly time! Just don't let her come back to the house looking like a war zone!
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Even if you're struggling to get a babysitter, there's no need to miss out on restaurant quality food. Order in the Candlelight Romance menu from Banquet in a Box, and it'll be like the restaurant came to you. This is just one of many options available, and they cover everything from fish to vegetarian menus, even one called It's A Baby (not a comment on the food obviously). Don't forget the champers! And maybe if you're at the stage where Grandma and Grandad will have the baby for a night, then you've got everything you need for a great night in. Including unbroken sleep!
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Having your first child together is a big moment, and one that deserves to be remembered. Why not book you all in for a family portrait to remember this special time? Although you might not believe it in the middle of all those sleepless nights, this time goes by so quick, and before you know it they're off to school. Virgin Experience Days do a great gift of a professional photoshoot and you get a variety of sizes of portrait included in the cost. By giving the gift experience you can then choose the best date together.
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It might be hard to believe how quick that little baby is going to grow, and in time it'll be difficult to remember how small they were. How about taking a cast of their hand or foot for posterity? It's a great gift, and the children themselves find it fascinating as they grow up to measure themselves against. The Keepsake Company have a wide range of possibilities, and you can either opt for the DIY version or one of their consultants will pop round to do it.
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Precious gifts for a precious Mum
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Whether you're a family of 5 or not, we love this pin as it definitely says family to us. Simple and beautiful, a lovely choice for a gift from you or from the children. One of the many beautiful choices from Pia Jewellery.
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For the fabulous stylish mummies out there, you can't go wrong making a choice from the stunning, stylish collections at Astley Clarke. For a women who knows her own style then we would choose these gorgeous mother of pearl earrings, designed by Lisa Stewart. Definitely the thing for a yummy mummy gift!
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Cuffs are the big fashion statement of this year, and we love this one from Bish Bosh Becca. There are silver and gold versions, with some choice on the colour of the beads as well, so just think what her favourite colour us. A stylish, modern choice, from Not On the High Street, who also have some beautiful Mother's Day cards.
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This is particularly lovely as a gift for someone's first Mother's Day. You can choose your own photo and choice of words. And the photo can be updated as the little own grows. From Boutique to You, who also carry the very personal Fingerprints Jewellery.
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Days Out and Days Off as the best gift for Mum
The Love of Food (and drink), or foodie Mother's Day gifts
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For something sweet, but a bit different, then how about these Bag Lady cookies from Biscuiteers. Almost too pretty to eat, these beautiful handbag cookies will make a great gift for the handbag obsessed as well as the foodie in your life!
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If she's more into savoury than sweet, then how about a cheese gift box from The Cheese Shed? You get a selection of cheeses, a chutney, and some great biscuits for the cheese, not to mention some brownies for a sweet touch to finish. Almost a meal in a box!
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Champagne always makes a great gift, we would be hardpushed to think of any woman who would turn her nose up at it. And even less so at two bottles, one pink, one white like this Double Bubble gift pack from Virginia Hayward. Double the brownie points too!
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If for any reason she's taken the pledge,then how about a beautiful tea box from Whittard? Containing 9 different brews from around the world, she's bound to find an old and new favourite. Just remember to put the kettle on and take it through to her!
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Say it with flowers - Mother's Day flowers for every kind of mum
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For a woman with classy, classic tastes, then this beautiful Sugar & Spice bouquet from Imogen Stone would be just perfect. In shades of soft pink with silver foliage, it's a classically feminine bouquet that's sure to impress.
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For a fun colourful character, then we'd go for these brightly coloured tulips from Clare's Florist. Even better, they come with a vase so she won't have to worry about what to do with them. Perfect for young funky mums with busy lives!
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If she's the independent, do it herself type, then how about booking her on a course from Sarah Raven's Cutting Garden. She'll learn everything from growing to arranging flowers, whatever you choose for her. We recommend The Cutting Garden book as something to whet her appetite until her course.
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For those women who value longevity and investing in the future, then this beautiful bay tree may be just the thing. A standard bay with a love heart stem, it will look good whereve you put it, and give her an endless supply of fresh bay leaves for great cooking.
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Eco mothers - cool ethical gifts for green mums
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Proving green can still be beautiful, we love this gift from The Organic Pharmacy. Beautiful skincare treats, with the best natural ingredients grown to the highest standard. We're sure even the most fervent eco-mummy will approve of this, and this kit has a little bit of everything for her to try.
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Charity gift giving has become ever more popular, and she may find the idea of supporting mothers in other communities a really great one. Practical Presents have a great range, starting with sending ducks to Bangladesh for only £10, up to £5,000 to build a micro hydro-power system in the Andes.
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And just because she's an eco-warrior doesn't mean flowers are out as a gift choice. Imogen Stone offer beautiful Fairtrade roses. These represent an important crop to the communities who grow them, and who see a better amount of the cash from the sale. And in the meantime, your loved one gets gorgeous blooms!
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Every green goddess should have gorgeous lingerie, and we'll think she'll approve of these knickers. They look like satin but are made from silk and hemp, which is the ultimate natural fibre. With side ties, these are the sexy side of eco! Perhaps throw in a boxed set of massage oils too, for more natural fun!
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Still not inspired? Obviously got a difficult woman to find a present for! Well, there are more flower ideas here, our lingerie buying guide here, and a whole raft of gourmet foodie gifts here. Not to mention a range of ideas if you want to whisk her away for the weekend, or longer.
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