Mother’s Day Gift Guide

THE GLAM MOM

Who she is: Fabulous doesn’t even begin to describe her

What she wants: Glamorous garb, exciting getaways, luxe anything, and Champagne—lots of Champagne

 

London Calling For theater lovers, there’s no greater gift than a spot on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s 2016 London trip ($4,899 per person, excluding airfare). From September 19–25, she’ll explore London’s theater scene, attending shows and visiting the city’s top sites. Deadline to sign up is May 31 and space is limited. (561-972-6124)

 

Happy Hour For the travel junkie with a love of spirits, pick up the Gray Malin Sprinkle Carry On Cocktail kit ($24), complete with all the accoutrements to mix two vodka tonics.

 

Message in a Bottle Put a spin on Mother’s Day mimosas with Veuve Clicquot’s Clicquot Message ($69), which features a bottle of rosé tucked inside a pretty box outfitted with adhesive letters so you can spell out your own sweet message. Total Wine & More, Palm Beach Gardens (561-622-7340)

Bubbly Bear Sugarfina’s Champagne Bears ($8-$45) are made with Dom Pérignon Vintage Champagne and add an adult twist on a beloved childhood treat. Nordstrom locations (888-282-6060)


 

 

Tub Love Mom can indulge in the ultimate bubble bath when you gift her Lafco’s Champagne/Penthouse candle ($60) and Champagne soap ($17). Pioneer Linens, West Palm Beach (561-655-8553)

 

Everyday Ikat Add a fun pattern to her well-edited wardrobe with this silk velvet ikat coat ($2,200) from CJ Laing. Palm Beach (561-820-0039)

Play Footsie  These adorable Polka Lips slippers ($450) from Stubbs & Wootton are the ultimate “I Love You” loungewear. Palm Beach (561-655-6857)

 

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THE WORKING MOM

Who she is: Always on the go, but her heart is never far from home

What she wants: Organizational items, practical presents, and smart accessories that work as hard as she does

 

Morning Joe Keep her caffeinated with Subculture Coffee’s Coffee Club Plus Monthly Membership ($40 per month), which includes three 12-ounce bags of small-batch freshly roasted seasonal coffee delivered straight to her home or office. West Palm Beach, Delray Beach (561-318-5142, 561-808-8482)

 

Better Briefcase  Business meetings are more fun with this electric Gatsby Tote ($17,250) in pumpkin-orange alligator by Lana Marks. Palm Beach (561-655-7080)

All in One Everything can stay organized and stylish thanks to the GiGi New York iPhone 6/6s wallet case ($125-$135), pictured in peacock embossed-python leather but available in many colors and materials. Rapunzel’s Closet, Palm Beach (561-659-5300)

 

Stylish Impression Everyone will be vying for her card when she flashes Kate Spade New York’s Silver Street Let’s Do Lunch business card holder ($20). Kate Spade New York locations (866-999-5283)

Four Eyes Provide a resting place for her many chic shades with this Oyobox eyewear organizer case ($250) in aqua-colored compressed wood. Neiman Marcus, Palm Beach, Boca Raton (561-805-6150, 561-417-5151)

High Flying  Touted as the world’s first smart luggage, the Bluesmart carry-on ($399) can charge her phone, weigh itself with a built-in scale, and even track itineraries, making it the perfect carry-all for a mom on the go.

Dinner is on With the WeMo-enabled Crock-Pot Smart Slow Cooker ($129.99), Mom can control dinner via an app from just about anywhere.

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THE YOGA MOM

Who she is: A fitness fanatic with an adventurous spirit

What she wants: New workouts, eclectic accessories, and the latest tech tools 

 

In the Air Give Mom the gift of suspended Savasana at Defy Gravity Yoga, where she can learn the art of aerial yoga. Purchase a gift card (classes start at $20) or take advantage of the studio’s May special, which allows participants to bring their mothers for free. Boca Raton (561-866-6001)

 

Mat Appeal She’ll stand out among her fellow yogis with Mara Hoffman’s yoga mat in a white Voyager print ($118). Saks Fifth Avenue locations (877-551-7257)

Going Gold  Who says fitness tools can’t be fashionable? This Tory Burch for Fitbit fret double-wrap bracelet ($175) in light oak and rose gold tracks steps taken, distance covered, and calories burned throughout the day. Tory Burch locations (866-480-8679)

Funky and Functional For fans of beach yoga, the Camilla clutch ($79) from Everything But Water is a great go-to satchel for Mom’s phone, keys, and wallet. Everything But Water locations (888-796-6661)

Stylish Sip Mom deserves a water bottle that’s as chic and environmentally conscious as she is, like this BPA-free option from BKR ($45), available in a plethora of pastels. Nordstrom locations (888-282-6060)

Sweat Soundtrack  No workout is complete without tunes, so gift Bose’s SoundTrue Ultra headphones ($149.95) with a sleek carrying case and a convenient clothing clip. Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton (561-626-7734, 561-417-0641)

 

Inner Om Wellington-based designer Sahira Sued knows jewelry can elevate a simple yoga outfit. Her Sangie Palm Beach line features Zen-inspired pieces like this Dream Hamsa lariat ($62) in gold-plated sterling silver. (561-5039991)

Smart Support  Yoga teaches a link between body and mind, a connection made even stronger with the Sensoria sports bra ($139), which features a heart-rate monitor that communicates via Bluetooth to fitness apps. (sensoriafitness.com)

 

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THE COOL MOM

Who she is: A nouveau stay-at-home mom with a fun-loving spirit

What she wants: Fun things to do with the kids, charming keepsakes, and products that pamper

 

Adorably Alfresco 
Help her plan the ultimate picnic with this Crate and Barrel red picnic cooler ($69.95), complete with a built-in bottle opener. Boca Raton (561-395-1060)

 

Tick Tock Modern moms are pulled in a million directions. Help her manage her time with a Shinola watch ($525-$650), handcrafted in America with leather and crystals. Hive Home, Gift, & Garden, West Palm Beach (561-514-0322)

 

Say Cheese  A contemporary update to a nostalgic favorite, the Polaroid Snap ($99.99) allows Mom to capture every special moment and print photos on the spot. Best Buy locations (888-237-8289)

Charm Her She’ll love Alex and Ani’s Mom Color Infusion Swarovski set ($78) boasting a peony, which symbolizes maternal traits like healing and bravery. Boca Raton (800-725-7822)

Come Closer Your love will never be far away when Mom wears this Love suede pearl lariat with gold disks ($99) from Pineapples, Palms TooJupiter (561-346-6777)

Play Ball She’ll be the coolest soccer mom on the block kicking this around with the kids: Elisabeth Weinstock’s Espana soccer ball, available in embossed crocodile ($995) or snakeskin ($1,500, pictured).

Darling Daydreamer A great beach-day accessory, Eugenia Kim’s Bunny Head in the Clouds hat provides sun coverage with wit. Saks Fifth Avenue locations (877-551-7257)

 

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THE GRANOLA MOM

Who she is: A free spirit, a devout foodie, and a lover of all things organic

What she wants: Cooking accoutrements, fresh ingredients, and all-natural products

 

Mindful Beauty Bring cruelty-free glamour to Mom’s doorstep every month with the Vegan Cuts beauty box ($22.95 per month), filled with organic, natural, and paraben-free beauty products.

See Clearly Now Her favorite flowers will be on full display in Alexandra Von Furstenberg’s Blooming vases ($275 each), available in a rainbow of colors. Babalú, Palm Beach (561-659-6662)

 

Windowsill Farmer She may not live on a farm, but Mom can still indulge her bucolic longings with an Uncommon Goods microgreen kit ($48), packed with everything she’ll need to sow, grow, and harvest a mini-field of USDA-certified organic herbs or vegetables.

Family Dinner  Granola mom extraordinaire and West Palm Beach blogger Andrea Duclos has brought many of her best vegan recipes from her blog, OhDearDrea, to her new cookbook The Plantiful Table: Easy, From-the-Earth Recipes for the Whole Family (The Experiment, $24.95). Barnes & Noble locations (800-843-2665)

Tea Time  Her teacup will forever runneth over with Teavana’s Tea of the Month Club ($100 for three-month subscription), which includes one 4-ounce featured tea and two 2-ounce packets of complementary teas. Teavana locations (877-832-8262)

 

Funny Food Create a comical canvas for Mom’s culinary delights with these Food for Thought plates ($29.95 for set of four) from Z GalleriePalm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton (561-622-4504, 561-347-5966)

Haute Hippie For a sophisticated take on hippie wear, gift a pair of Via Capri 34’s Cleopatra sandals ($395), handmade with Italian leather and Swarovski crystals. Palm Beach (312-720-1789)

 

THE DIY MOM

Who she is: A craftswoman with a passion for one-of-a-kind creations and experiences

What she wants: Thoughtfully curated gifts, tools for her many hobbies, and classes to expand her do-it-yourself knowledge

 

Petal Up West Palm Beach floral designer Halle Frey of Flower and Fringe offers customized bouquets and arrangements. Call her anytime for an arrangement (starting at $125) or stop by The Blind Monk on Mother’s day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., where Frey will be on site to build bouquets around Mom’s favorite flower or color (starting at $20). (561-596-4831)

 

In Session Shoppe 561 has a number of classes any DIY mom will adore. On May 13, enjoy a glass of wine and treats while creating one-of-a-kind soap at “Sip + Soap” ($35 per person). Return on May 14 for a truly decadent afternoon spent learning the art of handcrafted, small-batch chocolate at the “Chocolate and Wine Pairing Class” ($35 per person). West Palm Beach (561-557-7278)

 

All Sewn Up Mom can channel her inner designer with the Brother Simplicity SB700T sewing machine ($229). Retailer Sew Much Fun provides lessons to get her creating in no time. Boca Raton (561-999-9992)

 

In Print The Cube Wireless 3D Printer ($999.99) by 3D Systems will allow Mom to bring her ideas to life layer by layer, creating solid three-dimensional objects from a digital file on her smartphone or computer.

Stack ’Em Up Guarantee Mom’s baubles outshine the rest with a custom set of Ashley Pittman bangles ($578-$878), consisting of five bangles selected from 12 stunning options. 

 

Edible Experimentation Transform her kitchen into a culinary laboratory with the Uncommon Goods Deluxe Molecular Gastronomy kit ($49-$65.

Tasty Treat Provide a treasure chest for her treasured recipes with Rifle Paper Co.’s vintage-inspired recipe box ($34.95). Paper Source, West Palm Beach (561-650-0057)

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