Candle
After a long and stressful day, lighting a delicious candle is just the ticket to helping mum relax! No matter cedarwood, bergamot or sage, there’s nothing more calming than some soothing scents.
Anthropologie: Hive & Wick Market Ceramic Candle, $26. Shop them here.
Jewellery
It’s a staple for a reason. Treat mum to a stunning new piece of bling this Mother’s Day. These rose-gold plated earrings are a gorgeous addition to any jewellery box. And perfect for date night!
The Silver Collective: Alessandra Rose-Gold Earrings, $99. Shop them here.
Skin care
The colder months can be especially damaging on our skin; that’s why gifting your mum with skin care can be a great way for treat her to the facial she deserves but often doesn’t have time for. This skin care set works to cleanse the skin, even skin tone and texture, minimise pores and hydrate.
The Ordinary: Balance Set, $51 via asos. Shop it here.
Vase
When was the last time your mum got a new vase? It’s time for a home décor upgrade. Plus, it’s a great excuse to buy your mum more flowers! This gorgeous ombre vase with hues of pink, gold and amber is the perfect storage space for your mum’s favourite flowers.
House: Linen House Loures Pink Vase 25cm, $64.99. Shop it here.
Winter coat
The temperature has well and truly dropped, meaning it’s time to store our summer clothes and unpack the winter wardrobe. This classy burnt-orange coatigan is a gorgeous, not to mention cuddly, addition to any wardrobe that will last your mum many winters to come.
PingPong: Double-Breasted Coatigan via Myer, $159. Shop it here.
Tea
Speaking of snuggling up, there’s nothing better to unwind than a nice, hot cup of tea. Whether it be a classic French Earl Grey or a Melbourne breakfast, treat your mum to many, many cuppas.
T2: Icon Duo Gift Pack – Timeless Two, $30. Shop it here.
Chocolate
What goes better with a cuppa than some decadent chocolate? Let mum indulge this Mother’s Day with a quality, handcrafted collection of white, milk and dark chocolate pralines. Talk about mouth-watering.
Koko Black: Chocolatier's Selection Praline Gift Boxes. Prices vary. Shop them here.
Book
And now that mum is sipping her tea and indulging in some pralines, allow her to relax even more with a good-old book. If your mum is a royals fan, this recently published novel looks at the life and legacy of the late Prince Philip.
Prince Philip’s Century 1921-2021 by Robert Jobson, $19.25 via Booktopia. Shop it here.
Reusable grocery bags
Let’s be honest, while it should be an equal job, grocery shopping still often falls to mum. A great way to help her out, and reduce waste, is through gifting her reusable produce bags for fruit and veg!
Flora & Fauna: Ever Eco Reusable Organic Cotton Produce Bags – 4 pack, $19.95 Shop them here.
Food delivery
If mum gets over all of that food shopping and cooking, a great gift idea is food delivery! It will help take the mental and physical load off her shoulders. Youfoodz delivers healthy and tasty meals right to your mum’s front door.
Youfooz: Food delivery. Prices vary, browse here to find a deal that’s right for you.
Customisable Pillows
If there's one thing your mum deserves but probably struggles to get, it's a good night's sleep. Help your mum doze off in the plushest way possible with a pillow designed especially for her.
With over 160 colours, fabrics and shapes, from Velvet Sicilian Olive, Butter linen and more, treat your mum to a sleep worthy of a Queen this Mother's Day with Hommey's customisable cushions.
Hommey: Customisable Cushions. Prices vary. Create your mum's perfect cushion here.
