Mother's Day is May 13, about a week away, meaning it's time to show the woman who brought you into the world a little love. And while cards are nice (and the bare minimum for any mom), no doubt she'll fancy any one of these mama must-haves.
ME! time
Mom is sure to love the simply decadent ME! Bath collection of luxurious products. The line includes Bath Ice Cream ($8), 6-ounce “scoops” of bath time bliss. It’s crafted of a blend of oils including Macadamia Nut, Sunflower, Jojoba and more, as well as minerals, fragrances, and Epsom salts. Simply drop the ME! Bath scoop under warm, running water and watch it fizz, releasing its luscious scent and hydrating ingredients. For Mother’s Day, opt for the ME! Bath Ice Cream Gift Set, an assortment of four 6-ounce Bath Ice Cream fizz balls available in either fruity or floral gift sets, $28. Available online at www.mebath.com.
Pair it with: A bottle of wine and some quiet time, of course.
Happy feet
Moms hardly ever get a chance to kick their feet up, which is why Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to pamper their overworked peds. Head to SleepyHeads.com and browse an assortment of slippers, robes and bath products. Don’t miss the celebrity sightings page, where you can find out which of SleepyHead’s products your favorite celebrity mom is sportin’. I’d opt for Cicciabella’s Asia Garden Citrus Pod Slippers, stunning satin slippers that include a heel cup for support, arch support and a deep contour toe cradle for comfort, $48.95. Available online at www.sleepyheads.com.
Pair it with: A pedicure from Mom’s favorite spa.
Glamor-mama
For moms that stand apart from the crowd, Stephanie Johnson’s vintage bag collection is to die for. Celebrities that sport the SJ collection include Teri Hatcher, Heather Graham, Bridget Moynahan and many more. Moms with elegant taste deserve a piece from SJ’s vintage group, inspired by the classic style of days gone by. The Demi Cargo Case in Savannah ($58) is akin to a portable vanity, ideal for traveling as well as day-to-day makeup storage. Or opt for the same style in Le Metro, a print plucked from a Parisian flea market and designed to invoke 1920s elegance.
Pair it with: A picture of Mom’s mom in younger days.
Permanent love
For the new mom on your list, no doubt she’ll adore anything that adorns her latest addition. And while cute baby clothes abound, this rockin’ onesie from pokkadots.com is ultra-haute. The Mom Tattoo Bodysuit is crafted of 100 percent cotton, plus it is tag free for baby’s comfort. It declares baby’s undying love for Mom in a traditional tattoo design, $20. Available online at www.pokkadots.com.
Pair it with: A day of babysitting. Even undying adoration needs a breather.
— Carolyn Brundage is the founder of TampaBayBeauty.com, a guide to all that is hip and happening in local beauty. Need beauty advice? E-mail Carolyn at carolyn@tampabaybeauty.com.
