We know it’s the thought that counts, but aren’t we all hoping to top our Mother’s Day gifts from last year with something even more special? Now that online shopping is the only option, we’ve sussed out fabulous gifts for any budget that you can snag with a click. This is one more thing you can do to keep yourself from boredom at home!
UNDER $50
Keep Cup by The Slow Mode
Staying at home doesn’t mean your mom has to reach for her usual mug. Instead, she can create an illusion of the perfect office workplace with this handmade stoneware clay ceramic mug ($39.50). It’s strong, durable and is super friendly to the environment. Also comes with a silicon lid and sleeve to match.
Keep Cup in grey, available online via The Slow Mode
The Moon Mystery by The Moon bookstore
Do we have a bookworm in the house? Brighten her day with an amazing title from local bookstore, The Moon. They’ve introduced The Moon Mystery ($30) where book curator Ruby will go through their extended catalogue to pick the perfect book for the lady in your life. All you need to do is specify her favourite genres and titles, and your work is done.
The Moon Mystery, available online
Post-it Pop-up Note Dispenser by 3M
With WFH being a norm these days, even a simple gift like office supplies will go a long way. 3M’s sticky note dispenser ($15.90) will help your mum plan her to-do list without feeling flustered. Not to mention, the super cute apple design will add a pop of colour to the desk.
Post-it Pop-up Note Dispenser, available on Lazada
Digital cocktails by 1887 Virtual Bar
For mums who love a tasty tipple or two, gift takeaway cocktails or bottles from Singapore’s best bars. FYI: Family-owned distiller, William Grant & Sons (WG&S), has launched a super cool virtual bar where you can catch local bartenders from Shin Gi Tai, Nutmeg & Clove, Tess Bar and more, strutting their stuff at weekly Zoom guest shifts. What’s more, you can purchase digital cocktails (from $20) off the thematic menus to show your support and enjoy it with mum after the bars reopens. WG&S will also match your donation in solidarity with the local bartending community.
1887 Virtual Bar digital cocktails, available online
Jarrah honey by The Honey Colony
Gift your mother a health-boosting treat by way of Honey Colony’s Jarrah honey (from $22). Touted as ‘liquid gold’ by some, this antimicrobial honey is said to help prevent coughs and colds, with a low glycaemic index (i.a. a lower glucose level). If you’re on the hunt for sweet Mother’s Day gifts, snag a jar of this pure, unadulterated Jarrah honey with the discount code ‘Honeycombers2020’ for 10% off!
The Honey Colony, available online
UNDER $100
Ultra-revive H20+ Masque by Kew Organics
Let your mom indulge in some TLC on this special day. Packed with hyaluronic acid, which is a magnet for moisture, and collagen, this overnight mask ($84.40) releases a dose of much-needed hydration to the skin. Plus, she will wake up feeling refreshed and brand new, thanks to antioxidant powerhouses such as vitamin C and E, green Tea and asafetida.
Kew Organics, available online
Mother’s Day collection by Crabtree & Evelyn
Surprise her with self-care essentials that she can turn to when she needs a spot of zen. For this, Crabtree & Evelyn is our go-to for beautifully scented products. Our picks? The Velvet Body Melt ($51.50), a cream to oil lotion for soft skin and a lingering Evelyn Rose fragrance. Alternatively, the Sundown Candle ($81) makes an amazing Mother’s Day gift for moms that are all about soothing scents.
Crabtree & Evelyn Mother’s Day selection, available online
Tree Peony cushion by Singapore Trading Post
Add some spunk to her study or room with a seriously gorgeous tree peony floral cushion ($90) from Singapore Trading Post. Soft to touch, this uber velvety cushion will make a bold statement, anywhere it goes.
Tree Peony cushion, available online
Brew-at-home care kit by PPP Coffee
This brew-at-home kit (from $70) will leave your mum in high spirits. All you gotta do is pick a brew equipment (select between the Hario V60 starter kit or Hario Mizudashi cold brew coffee pot), your choice of coffee (there’s Terra Firma, Hartmann Estate Black Winey and India Thippanahalli Estate, just to name a few), and complete the package with a Hario Mini Slim Coffee Grinder+.
Brew-at-home care kit, available online
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Silk cuffs by Forbidden Hill
Support local and put a smile on her face at the same time with Mother’s Day gifts from Forbidden Hill. These silk cuffs (from $195) are our fave for being timeless, classy and customisable – change up the silk slides with colours of your choice or add clip on medallions for more pizazz. We love that Forbidden Hill’s collections feature Southeast Asian influences, including medallions inspired by the Pernanakan tiles from local shophouses.
Forbidden Hill silk cuffs, available online
Smartwatches by Garmin
Has your mom been turning to home workouts for entertainment during this semi-lockdown? No need to rack your brains for Mother’s Day gift ideas, just get her a smartwatch! Garmin’s Venu ($589) doesn’t just track her wellbeing 24/7, It even comes with on-screen animated workouts. For a sleek arm candy, look no further than the Vivosmart 4 ($199) that features a super slim wristband.
Garmin watches, available on Lazada
Selphy Square QX10 by Canon
We bet your mom still has albums of your childhood photos stashed away somewhere. And while storing photos digitally is hella convenient, there’s something delightful about having a printed photo that you can frame. Let your mom continue printing out those in-the-moment snaps with this palm-sized photo printer ($219) that comes in black, white and pink.
Canon Selphy Square QX10, available online
Mother’s Day Box of 9 and Flowers by Janice Wong
Nothing says “I love you mum” better than a box of decadent chocolates. Renowned pastry chef Janice Wong has created a unique box of nine heart-shaped chocolates ($120+) just for this special occasion with flavours like praline popping candy, baileys salted caramel and white truffle chocolate. On top of that, the sweet treat will be delivered on a bed of lush florals by award-winning local florist Diore Doratoa.
Janice Wong, available online
Skincare gift set from Yours
Does her skin need some pampering? If you’re not sure which products to get, let Yours’ skin assessment find the perfect answer. From there, the brand will craft a gift set ($142++) with a day cream, night cream, face serum and eye serum, all made with ingredients chosen for your mom’s skin.
Yours gift set, available online
Herbae L’eau EDT from L’occitane
Enjoy fresh, citrusy and floral scents of this newly launched fragrance just for Mother’s Day. The Herbae L’eau EDT ($105) encapsulates the notes of musk, blond woods, white clover, Egyptian jasmine, marshmallow flower, lemon and bergamot that’ll leave her feeling fresh all day.
L’occitane Herbae L’eau EDT, available online from 23 April 2020
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