Mother's Day is probably one of my favorite day of the year. I always wake up to my husband and daughter making a ruckus in the kitchen, and it's sweet to see them work so hard for the breakfast in bed tradition. Being a mom has taught me so many things, and it really makes me appreciate my mom for all the sacrifices, and hard work she had to endure raising me and my siblings. I try to treat my mother every other week with a small gift but for Mother's Day, It's nice to go the extra mile and spoil her for the day.
We still have a little over a week, so I thought it's the perfect time to share my top picks with you all. I tried to include a little bit from every category home, fashion, skincare, bath, and fragrances. So you have tons of options to choose from. I'm also giving away some amazing Molton Brown gift sets, I'm giving away two sets to three lucky winners so don't forget to enter here.
- Topshop Shakira Woven Shopping Bag $38- Woven bags are so in right now, and this is a nice little twist to your basic woven bags. I love the metallic gold finish on the bag, and the linen pouch adds a chic vibe. It's also on the affordable side so you can get the bag and throw in little extra goodies inside the pouch. This bag also comes in silver color.
- Card Case- I will forever recommend card cases for all moms! I received a Chanel Card Case a few years ago on Mother's Day, which I still love dearly. I hate lugging around big wallets and since I mostly carry mini bags so it's the best option for me. Another option would be Louis Vuitton Pochette I have a few that I picked up during my vacation in Hawaii. I use them as a makeup bag it holds all my essentials. I have a blog post featuring the LV pochette and you can see how much It can hold here.
- Bathrobes- I can never have enough bathrobes and I think any mom will appreciate a comfy bathrobe. Here are a few that are on my radar here, here and here.
- Anthropologie Measuring Spoon $28- I love their measuring spoons and cups the one shown in the photo is from a few years ago that I received as a gift on Mother's Day. My mom loves to bake chocolate cakes I think we love her cake more than she loves baking it haha! So, these cups or spoons are an ideal gift for any mom who loves to bake. Here are a few options that I'm eyeing here, here and here.
- Coffee Makers- This is for moms who love their caffeine it might not be healthy but it keeps us going. My husband got me a new coffee maker and it's probably one of the best gifts he ever got me other than my very first Chanel Flap bag.
- Molton Brown Spring Signatures Bathing Gift Set $75- a trio of spring inspired body washes featuring Orange & Bergamot, Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise, and Delicious Rhubarb and Rose. This set includes, one of my favorite shower gel Delicious Rhubarb and Rose which smells divine and the scent lingers on throughout the day. Molton Browns shower gels gently cleanse and leaves skin irresistibly fragranced. This gift set will be great for all moms, or you can treat yourself to a sweet recipe with a citrus twist.
- Molton Brown Spring Signatures Hand Cream Gift Trio $38- a lavish hand cream set featuring their spring signatures Orange & Bergamot, Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise, and Delicious Rhubarb and Rose. As a mom Im constantly washing my hands, so I always keep a hand cream nearby. These hand creams absorb quickly, it's nourishing, and it smells amazing. Last year I bought a set for one of my friend, who was a new mommy, and she loved the gift so much so she treated herself to Molton Brown's body lotion.
- Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream $199- My mom loves skincare products, and I'm sure she'd love Elemis especially the Pro-Collagen line which targets wrinkles, firmness, and elasticity. Elemis Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Marine Cream comes in a beautiful keepsake box. There are also some amazing gift sets available here, here and here, these will be ideal gifts for mother's day.
- NuFACE Mini Electric Pink Set $199- I recently discovered this cool little tool called NuFACE it uses microcurrent technology to gently stimulate and improve skin's appearance. It visibly tones and lifts skin on your neck, jowls, jawline, cheeks, eyebrows, and forehead. This is a great gift for moms and grandmoms this set includes hydrating leave-on gel primer, prep and glow dual-sided cloths (5pack), optimizing mist, travel bag, guide, and power adapter.
- Artis Elite Smoke Brush set $170- I was introduced to these brushes last year, and I was blown away by how quickly it blends out the products. This set comes with 5 brushes, and it's perfect for a mommy on the go.
- Givenchy Live Irresistible Blossom Crush $91- The stud enhanced with a luminous mauve hue, the slender facetted bottle is fresh and modern. This is a floral scent but its subtle and its perfect for spring and summer. My mother loves floral scents so Im debating between the Givenchy Blossom crush and Jo Malone Peony and Blush Suede Cologne.
- Byredo Nomade Trio $110- you can't go wrong with a Byredo set I love this trio it's got two of my favorites from the brand Blanche and Bal D'Afrique. Last year, I treated myself to a limited edition hand cream duo, so I'm thinking about picking up the travel case for the travel vials.
- Mugler Angel Loyalty Set $100- This set is currently on sale, and it includes a refillable spray, shower gel, and body lotion. The scent is warm and spicy it has notes of caramel, honey, chocolate, and vanilla.
This concludes my Mother's Day gift guide, and I hope you'll find this guide helpful. Once again, don't forget to enter the giveaway here for a chance to win the Molton Brown Gift Sets.
I hope you all have an amazing Mother's day!
I hope you all have an amazing Mother's day!
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Happy Monday! Newyork was warm and sunny this weekend and it was also Bengali New Year day what a perfect day to celebrate and start the year off right. Traditionally we wear red and white saree but I decided to mix it up a bit. I don't wear a lot of colors on a daily basis my outfit mostly consists of white or black color tops with jeans. When it comes to shoes and handbags, that's where I like to have some fun and twist. I wore one of my favorite pair of emerald green mules I purchased this pair last year from HM. The quality is superb it's has a satin material and it is very comfortable. Keeping the emerald green theme going I wore these vintage earrings that I purchased a few years ago, I absolutely love these earrings. I'm also loving the combination of the new Givenchy Blossom Crush and Byredo Bal d'Afrique perfumes both floral scents but it's not too heavy, it's very light and airy. Now let's discuss the bag I'm sure you've all seen the newest trend- PVC bags. Well, I can't get enough of the new trendy bag, I picked up an affordable version from Nordstrom. I'm eyeing a beautiful Chanel PVC bag but not sure if its worth the splurge. For now, I'm going to enjoy every bit of this BP. PVC Bag.
Makeup details:
Face- Makeupforever Serum Booster, Hourglass Cosmetics Stick Foundation, Nars Creamy Concealer (review here), Laura Mercier Translucent Powder, Lancome Dual Finish Powder, Givenchy Healthy Glow Bronzer (review here), Tom Ford Glow Stick.
Eyes- Anastasia DipBrow Pomade, Mac Cosmetics Texture and Nylon eyeshadow, Milani Pencil Eyeliner, Marc Jacobs Beauty Velvet Noir Masraca.
Byredo Discovery Set
Byredo:
BYREDO was founded in 2006 by Ben Gorham. Ben began to be intrigued by scent and memory after traveling to his mother's hometown in India, where he was stirred by the aromas of spices and incense. Inspired by this trip, BYREDO's scented candles and perfumes have been developed with an understated approach, using simple composition of the highest quality raw materials.
Byredo launched two new sets of Discovery Service, I picked the one that features their (6x2 ml Eau de Parfum) vials of iconic scents: Bal D'Afrique, Blanche, Gypsy Water, La Tulipe, Mojave Ghost, and Rose of No Man's Land.
I love collecting little vials of perfume samples it's the perfect way to test out the fragrances before committing to a full-size bottle. So even though I'm familiar with Byredo fragrances I haven't had the chance to explore all the scents. I started off with their hand creams and slowly I've accumulated quite a few. This set includes a few of my favorites from the brand- Blanche, La Tulipe, and Mojave Ghost and I also owned a full-sized bottle of the Blanche.
This discovery set is redeemable against any Byredo fragrance purchase within 6 weeks. Once your discovery set purchase is complete, you will receive a unique voucher code of $20 via email. This offer is exclusive to Byredo.com.
Byredo Discovery Set
Byredo Discovery Set
This set comes in a beautiful sturdy white cardboard box and the samples are nicely wrapped and sealed. Each vial (2ml) has a considerable amount so you can get at least 3-4 uses out of it depending on how many spritzes you use.
Byredo Discovery Set
Rose of No Man's Land- "is a tribute to the nurses (often referred to by soldiers as "Rose of No-Man's Land) who saved thousands of lives on the front lines of WWI, their story is one of selflessness and compassion."
I'm not a big fan of heavy floral scents especially roses but this is not all rose it has a hint of sweet, fruity scent as well. I sprayed once on the back of my wrist and I realized its a bit overpowering for me this is my least favorite one out all six fragrances.
- Top Notes: Pink Pepper, Turkish Rose Petals. Middle Notes: Raspberry Blossom, Turkish Rose Absolute. Base Notes: Papyrus, White Amber.
La Tulipe- This is another floral scent but it's not as intense as Rose of No Man's Land. It's very easy to wear it has a gentle, clean and fresh feel to it. I also have the La Tulipe hand cream which I really like.
I love Byredo's description of the scent- "Walk along the stone path, through the gate, under the trellis. Sit on the marble bench. Feel the cool grass under your feet, the warm rays on your back. Do this every morning till sudden variegated glints of red or purple or pink or orange catch your eye. They'll be the first bloom of the season. I'll know Spring has come."
- Top Notes: Cyclamen, Freesia, Rhubarb. Middle Note: Tulip. Base Notes: Blonde Woods, Vetiver.
Mojave Ghost- "is inspired by one of the most arid regions of the world where life still persists. The scent is an homage to the bewitching, rare and beautiful ghost flower which develops in the extreme climate without pollination or plentiful water."
I love Mojave Ghost I purchased the hand cream which is currently in my makeup bag. This is such a beautiful scent it's light, airy and it lasts all day long!
- Top Note: Ambrette. Middle Notes: Magnolia, Sandalwood, Violet. Base Notes: Cedarwood, Chantilly Musk, Crisp Amber.
Blanche- "The idea for Blanche is, as the name suggests, built around my perception of the colour white. For the first time, I actually made a fragrance for and with a specific person in mind. I wanted to capture her innocent and untainted side, with a fragrance almost transparent in nature. Blanche also represents an appreciation for classic beauty. The fragrance is pure and simple in structure but extreme in character."- Ben Gorham
This was my first purchase from the brand, Blanche is the reason I fell in love with Byredo. As I mentioned, I'm not a big fan of floral scents but this is floral but with a twist. It reminds me of my childhood like when I used to play in my grandmas garden full of beautiful white roses. I can't get enough of Blanche I have the hand cream and I had finished up an entire bottle of this perfume. I will most likely use the $20 voucher to replenish a full-size bottle of Blanche.
- Top Notes: Aldehyde, Pink Pepper, White Rose. Middle Notes: Neroli, Peony, Violet. Base Notes: Blonde Woods, Musk, Sandalwood.
Bal d'Afrique- "A warm and romantic vetiver inspired by Paris in the late 20's and its infatuation with African culture, art, music, and dance. A mix of Parisian avant-gardism and African culture shaped a unique and vibrant expression. The intense life, the excess, and euphoria is illustrated by Bal d'Afrique's neroli, African marigold, and Moroccan cedarwood."
I've been meaning to check out Bal d'Afrique and I'm so glad it was included in this discovery set. I don't know how Byredo does it but it's another scent I quickly fell in love with. This is such a unique scent, it's sophisticated, intoxicating and you only need one spritz which will last you all day.
- Top Notes: African Marigold, Bergamot, Bucchu, Lemon, Neroli. Middle Note: Cyclamen, Jasmine Petals, Violet. Base Note: Black Amber, Moroccan Cedarwood, Musk, Vetiver.
Gypsy Water- "Gypsy Water is a glamorization of the Romany lifestyle, based on a fascination with the myth. The scent of fresh soil, deep forests and campfires evoke the dream of a free, colorful lifestyle close to nature."
This has a mix of sweet, vanilla scent it's a bit heavy for me but I do like the hand cream.
- Top Notes: Bergamot, Juniper Berries, Lemon, Pepper. Middle Notes: Incense, Orris, Pine Needle. Base Notes: Amber, Sandalwood, Vanilla.
Final Verdict:
I think fragrances are a very personal thing you have to find one that speaks to you. Before you find "the one" there is a lot of trial and error, I've had my fair share of those. As I grew older, I realized what works for me and what doesn't. That's why I love Byredo, they just have a way with fragrances and this set was the perfect way to sample more of their beautiful, intoxicating, and unique scents. I also love that you can use the $20 towards any Byredo fragrance. This is a luxury brand so it's definitely pricey but I think this set can help you determine which one of their iconic perfume can be your signature scent.
Have you tried Byredo fragrances? If so, let me know which one is your favorite, in a comment below, I would love to hear your picks.
Have you tried Byredo fragrances? If so, let me know which one is your favorite, in a comment below, I would love to hear your picks.
- Peter Thomas Roth Mask-A-Holic 6 Piece Kit $75- My mom and I love masking! This set comes with five amazing masks from PTR my favorite one is the 24K Gold Mask it's a firming mask and it will make your skin feel brand new!
- Byredo Hand Cream Duo $70- My current obsession is Byredo hand creams, and I'm sure any mom will appreciate this duo. And I'm hoping this cream duo will end up in my gift bag too!
- Molton Brown The Perfect Picnic Bathing & Hand Gift Trio $75- This set comes in a beautiful gift box, and the limited edition metallic bottles caps adds a cute little touch. This set comes with two shower gels and a fine liquid hand wash.
- Byredo Parfum Travel Vial $110- Perfumes are hard to pick, and I should know cause I'm extremely picky when it comes fragrances. However, I think these vials are a great way to introduce someone to the brand and their scents. The sizes (12ml each) are big enough, and you can get a sufficient amount of uses out of each vial.
- Laura Mercier Body Souffle Body Creme $60- This luxurious ultra whipped body creme will definitely put a smile on your mom's face. I received a set of Laura Mercier's Body Souffle last year, and I've been obsessed ever since. Each and every souffle's smells amazing, and it's very hydrating as well.
- BP Scalloped Faux Leather Tote $49- Both my mom and mom in law loves tote bags, and this is a great affordable one. This tote bag comes in four colors, and since it's faux leather, it's not very high maintenance perfect for everyday use. Also, I love the scalloped topline it's such a cute trendy bag.
- A few other options I wanted to include which I think will make a perfect gift for any moms Slip Silk Pillowcase $79, Fresh In The Buff Bundle and Chloe Drew Square Zip-Around Wallet.
These are my top picks for this year's Mother's Day Gift Guide hope you'll find this helpful. And I Hope you all have an amazing Mother's Day with your moms and your grandmothers.
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I'm back with another Gift-Guide and this time it's all about fashion, home, and a few fun ideas that will definitely make your gift a hit this holiday season. This gift guide is more on the luxury side something you'll want to gift to your near and dear ones. It's only Ten more days till Christmas and I've curated some of my favorite products for all the lovely ladies in your family. So, without further ado let's begin!
- BaubleBar "Nynette" Tassel Drop Earring $38- Tassel statement earrings like this will take anyone's outfit to the next level. These earrings are very well made and I'm sure whoever receives these gorgeous earrings will definitely love them.
- Chloe Drew Square Leather Zip-Around Wallet $495- I hate big bulky wallets so I use card cases instead or very compact sized wallets like this. So, if you know anyone like me they'll truly love this wallet as a gift. I love the cute chain detailing and even though it's a small wallet you can fit all your essentials. There are two inside change pockets, one outside flap pocket, one inside bill pocket, and six credit card slots.
- Alexander McQueen Allover Skull Wool & Silk Scarf $225- Who doesn't love a luxurious scarf? I know I do. This gorgeous and edgy scarf will be a great gift for any fabulous woman in the family.
- Bodum 'Chambord' 5 oz. Milk Frother $30- This is something I would personally love to receive, a lot of people love coffee and it's even better when it's frothy. If you have a coffee lover in your family be sure to grab this milk frother for them they'll truly appreciate it.
- Talking Tables Copper Finish Pineapple Decoration $25- OK so this one is a fun one! Have you noticed nowadays almost everyone's got a pineapple decor laying around their house? Time to confess I have 5 in mine (please don't judge) So, don't forget to gift your mom or your sister a Pineapple decor this year.
- Byredo Bibliotheque Candle $80- You can never go wrong with a luxurious candle like this one. This candle smells heavenly and the top notes are peach, plum, violet, peony, patchouli, and vanilla.
- 'Polka Dots' Monogram Mug $12- A mug is always a good idea! My mom and my sister love it when I include mugs in their gifts. The monogram option makes this mug extra sweet.
- Iluminage Sleeping Beauty Deluxe Set $75- I have their eye mask and I really like it. This set contains an eye mask and a pillow case. The luxury copper-infused pillowcase will help maintain a youthful appearance and minimize visible signs of aging as you sleep. Sounds amazing right? So treat someone with this glamorous beauty deluxe set.
- Marvis Travel with Flavor Set $15- I love this fancy toothpaste! This minty fresh toothpaste set is perfect for someone who travels a lot.
- Inflatable Flamingo Pool Float $70- This is totally random but this summer we were in the Bahamas and my daughter saw a Flamingo floaty and she really wanted one. This would put a big smile on any little ladies (some adults too) face.
- Steve Madden Edit Bootie $89.95- Another trend we are seeing this season is velvet, velvet shoes, velvet tops, velvet everything! I recently purchased this bootie and let me tell you it's super gorgeous so you can't go wrong with this one.
- BP. Tassel Velvet Crossbody Bag $39- This bag is so chic and it's a combination of this season's hottest trend velvet and tassel. This bag can be used as a clutch or a crossbody and it comes in two color Burgundy and Green.
- Natori Plush Velour Robe $130- This plush robe will make anyone happy it's so soft and cozy that you might even want to treat yo self to one!
- Gucci Marmont Fringe Suede Loafer $750- Gucci have been killing it this year and anyone would be ecstatic when they receive this Suede Gucci loafer.
- Cara Embellishment Beanie $32- This cute beanie is on my list and I'm also getting one for my friend. I love pearl everything and this beanie will keep you warm while looking fashionable,
Hope you enjoyed this Holiday Gift Guide and I will post more ideas on my Instagram as well. Also, don't forget to check out the Stocking Stuffers post click here. Thanks for stopping by and have a Happy Holiday!!
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