From timeless fashion to holy grail skincare, indulge her love for the finer things with these sumptuous buys.
She’s your inspiration and guiding light; sometimes, only the best will do. Delight her this Mother’s Day with the gift of a little luxury, whether a new fashion piece for her collection, a new signature scent or something to inspire her culinary passions. It’s a special day to say thank you, so make it extra special with these Mother’s Day gifts under $500.
8 Mother’s Day Gifts Under $500
1. Knitwear
For the woman who deserves the finer things in life, keep her cosy and stylish with a meticulously crafted knit. Knitwear is a timeless Mother’s Day gift that she can wear year after year, dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Look for knitwear that ticks all the right boxes, like the Sharpo Sweater from Jac + Jack. Crafted from 100% cashmere, this cosy knit features subtle ribbed detailing paired with a relaxed silhouette. When it comes to choosing a colour knit, Jac + Jack have a selection of Sharpo Sweater hues to choose from. Warm up her wardrobe with a rich red, or build out her neutrals with a sweater in grey, black or navy blue.
2. Fragrance
Is there anything more classic than the gift of perfume for Mother’s Day? Whether it’s a new signature scent or a special occasion spritz, she’ll always think of you when she wears it. This Mother’s Day, look for a niche, luxury scent that she is yet to discover, from an exotic perfume maison like Amouage, like the highly-coveted Guidance. Created by famed perfumer Quentin Bisch, Guidance is a spellbinding interpretation of Amouage’s iconic triad of rose, frankincense and ambergris notes. Featuring notes of pear, saffron, rose and vanilla, this eau de parfum is the third chapter of the Odyssey Collection; an olfactory narrative that pays homage to Oman and intrigue of the unknown.
3. A Bag
Who doesn’t love a little arm candy? Delight her with an update on her bag collection with an eye-catching bag from Kurt Geiger London. An update on her everyday bag will always be a welcome gift, like the Recycled Small Square Shopper. But, if she already has that ticked off, why not delight her this Mother’s Day with something shiny like the Kensington Shoulder Bag in a technicolour finish? With an adjustable shoulder strap and an iconic eagle-head design, this leather bag will look good with anything she wears, to any occasion.
4. Luxury Skincare
Add to her beauty collection this Mother’s Day with the gift of highly-coveted skincare. When it comes to gifting skincare products, the secret is to look for a product that can easily slip into her current rotation with ease. For a no-frill, all-luxury collection, look to anything from Sisley like the Supremÿa Anti-Aging Skincare Lotion. As the first fundamental step in the Sisley Supremÿa night-time ritual, this potent formula helps to enhance the efficacy of subsequent skincare products, whilst infusing the skin with exceptional anti-aging ingredients.
5. A Watch
Add a touch of luxury to her every day with the gift of an always-classic and highly practical designer watch, like Daniel Wellington’s Bound Watch. With sleek geometric edges, this timepiece has been designed for absolute symmetry, with the watch face and wristband designed to be the same width. You won’t have to worry about finding her wrist size, as this watch has been expertly crafted with a link strap and butterfly clasp so she’ll be able to get it fitted perfectly. Best of all, this timeless timepiece comes housed in a branded Daniel Wellington box. Watch her face light up the moment she sees the logo.
6. A Jumper
Another winter wardrobe delight. Gone are the days of hoodies only being worn to the gym. Now, athleisurewear is the pinnacle of effortless style. From quick coffee runs to brunch, weekends away and beyond, a luxury jumper like the Harvey Sweatshirt Ivory from Anine Bing will be her uniform. Crafted from 100% organic cotton fleece, this oversized hoodie sits at the intersection of luxury, fashion and comfort. Make sure to point out that it has a kangaroo pocket at the front for maximum practicality; perfect for holding everything from her phone to keys, snacks and more.
7. Knife Set
For the aspiring home chef, elevate her kitchen collection with a knife like no other. Sharp and easy to use, the eye-catching WUSTHOF’s Pink Himalayan Salt Chef’s Knife is a kitchen all-rounder when it comes to food preparation. With a slightly shorter 16 cm blade, this knife is particularly agile and lightweight making slicing, dicing and chopping a breeze. For that extra delight, why not wrap up a few matching Himalayan Salt knives? You could also include a brand-new cookbook to really inspire her taste buds.
8. A Kitchen Appliance
This Mother’s Day, help to make mealtimes effortless with a smart, hardworking kitchen appliance that does all the hard work for her. Upgrade her kitchen collection with the ultimate meal prep device: Tefal’s EY905C Grill & Air Fryer. This dual-drawer air fryer offers two cooking zones in one stylish appliance. With a combined capacity of 8.3L, she’ll be able to whip up any feast and with ease (even a full roast chicken). She’ll love being able to grill, fry, dehydrate, steam and experiment to her heart’s content. Plus, cleanup is a breeze, as these drawers are dishwasher-friendly. High-tech kitchenware has never been better, or tastier.
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