Mother's Day Gift Guide

Stuck for a mother's day gift?

Fed up of buying the same old bath set that you think your mother loves year after year?

Or simply just want some fresh ideas to give you a head start?

Look no further, here's a little guide to some items I think would make the perfect Mother's Day Gift.

First of all, make sure you have a card sorted. You don't want to be on the end of a disappointed phonecall come Sunday when your mum thinks you have forgotten all about her. Moonpig / Funkypigeon are your easiest options as they save you time in going to the Post Office to buy a stamp. If you want to go all out and personal, make your own card, with mums it really is the thought that counts.

Secondly, if you're planning on buying a token gift to show how much you appreciate your lovely mother, you need to make sure it's something she wants, and not a cheap teddy bear branded 'best mum in the whole wide world' that looks like you panicked and picked it up from your local petrol station. You can try one of the following ideas, or just have a think back to some subtle hints your mother may have been making to you over the last fortnight.

1 - All girls like flowers, and mum's are certainly no exception. If you want extra brownie points, buy a vase and some water pearls (Available for 99p here) and construct the whole affair yourself.

2 - Remember all of those times you went on holiday as a child? Or how your mum was always waiting at the exact time you finished your swimming lessons etc? These were no doubt planned right down to the last minute, as mum's are almost always the organiser of the family. Filofax are pretty much the leaders of the diary marketplace (Did I really just type that?) and last a lifetime. Find the Adelphi Organiser here.

3 - You can't go wrong with some posh confectionery to give your mummy a treat, so pick up some Charbonnel Et Walker Crèmes Parisiennes here for only £9.00.

4 - In my experience, all mothers love Cath Kidston, and a teapot is a staple item in all kitchens which sometimes gets overlooked. Tell your mum to throw away her old one and treat her by picking up this pretty floral 'Spray Flowers' print pot here.

5 - If you have a mother who is in need of a bit of pampering, look no further than Jo Malone. If I'm honest, you can pick up anything here but if you're stuck, the English Pear and Freesia Body Crème is sure to go down a treat.

6 - One thing mum's do not want on mother's day are tacky, love declaring items which will be shoved to the back of the cupboards to be never seen again. One thing mum's do like is a pretty personalised mug, which they can show off knowing that it a) handmade and b) "designer". Emma Bridgewater is a huge favourite of mine when it comes to pottery and crockery, so check out this beautiful mug here.

9 - Last but not least is my wild card purchase. This is 100% based on my own mother, and something I know she dreams of displaying in her kitchen. If this sounds anything like your own mum, or there is something you know she really, really wants, consider going all out there and splurging to give her the ultimate present. Unfortunately the thing my mother wants is quite pricey at £112.00, but what can I say... Like mother like daughter ey? Find the Battersea Clock by Newgate here.

I hope this post has given you some new ideas and started your train of thought for Mother's Day!

If you have any other great ideas (and I'm sure you do!) please share with a comment below!

xxx

Valentines Day Gift Ideas

Yes, it is already that time of the year again, the time when girls get giddy about what they may or may not open on the morning of the 14th, and boys frantically search the stores on the 13th, hoping that what they want isn't sold out yet.

Here's a little guide on some amazing valentines day gifts, ranging from small to large budgets. As with all of my wishlists and gift ideas, just click the product name to go straight to the product page.

Illamasqua Imperfection nail polish in Speckle - How much does this nail polish remind you of mini eggs? The Lilac 'Speckle' is my personal favourite but the whole collection is absolutely gorgeous and would make a brilliant gift to open. 

Lomography 'Diana Mini Love Letters' camera is so adorable and is the perfect gift for any budding photographer. At £100 this is isn't a cheap present, as you will need to buy film to load the camera with, but it's completely worth it for the vintage style prints you can create.

When I first saw these Jack Wills knickers I fell in love. They are so dainty and girly, but not too young in style. The frilly lace trim around the hem is a cute addition, and as with all Jack Wills products, you can expect good quality for your money.

It's no secret that I am massive Pantone fan, so obviously one of their classic products would worm it's way into my Valentines gift ideas guide. This Pantone Universe 'Ketchup Red' mug is the colour for Valentines day, and made from bone china, it is dishwasher and microwave safe.

If you have not already smelt Marc Jacobs Oh Lola!, I suggest you immediately get yourself down to your nearest perfume counter and ask to try it. Trust me, you will not be disappointed! This vibrant and floral perfume comes in a beautiful bottle which is just screaming to sit on your dressing table. Boys, you can find it in Boots and it's currently on offer at £56.70 for a 100ml bottle.

At £20.00 Diptyque 'Roses' mini candle may be slightly pricey for a small candle, but you really can't go wrong with Diptyque products, they smell amazing, ooze tradition and class and are in every girl's wishlists somewhere.

What did you think of my Valentines gift guide? Do you like these products?

xxx

Christmas Gift Guide

With less than two weeks until Christmas remaining, you probably have most of your Christmas presents wrapped and under the tree by now. But in case you haven't, and are really struggling to find the perfect item for someone special, here's a little Christmas gift rundown for you..

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Philosophy bring out brilliant christmas scents every year, and their bubble bath is the best in the business. At £14.00 each, these a great gifts for friends or relatives and add a little festivity to bathtimes! Products featured are Eggnog and Candy Cane. (Psst. They're also currently on offer at £12.60 in Debehams!)

These Ted Baker Sawp heels are to die for! Made from leather with a pony hair finish, these purple platforms are perfect for the party season! 

Personally, I love darker lipstick in the winter as I find it brings some colour into my face and stops me looking so pale! In my gift guide I have chosen MAC Viva Glam lipstick in 'Viva Glam 1'. MAC lipsticks are amazing quality and reasonably affordable at £14.00.

Wouldn't everyone love to receive a Barbour jacket for Christmas? My favourites from their collection are the waxed jackets with the cordrouy collars. Have a peek here. These iconic jackets never go out of fashion, so buying one for a loved one at Christmastime is a great investment.

Nails Inc is in my opinion the best brand of nail polish on the market, and I think the deep teal shade Kensington is a great little stocking filler!

This hat by French Connection is most definitely going on my Christmas list! At only £39.99, this floppy versatile number comes in a great Mulberry shade and would look great with a trench coat and some boots. Available in either Black (currently on sale for £20.00) or Shiraz here.

Sticking with my love affair for Ted Baker, these cute Safire pumps have been updated for Christmastime, in new winter colours with glitter instead of patent bows. 

L'Occitane's hand cream set is priced at only £20.00, and I think it's funky packaging and trio of gorgeous smelling creams would make the ideal gift this christmas. Plus, it comes in a lovely rectangular box for those who do not like wrapping presents very much!

Narcisco Rodrigues 'For Her' has to be my all time favourite perfume. At £71.49 for 100ml, it definitely doesn't come cheap, but if you are willing to splurge a little for an extra special treat, this perfume is elegant and musky, and I'm yet to meet a girl who doesn't fall in love with it.

Yankee Candles make brilliant Christmas gifts, as they last for ages and produce the most amazing smells you can ever imagine. Unless you have time to burn the candle for around eight hours at a time, go for the medium size jar or the tumbler ones, to avoid hollowing the candle and wasting all of the wax. Yankee Candles are available here, and the one featured in this post is the gorgeously fresh 'Clean Cotton'.

Last but not least, we have this beautiful bandage dress by French Connection. This dress has become somewhat of a staple piece in the last year, and an almost replica to those of Herve Leger. At £115.00, this makes a perfect present for anyone wishing to make the most out of the party season.