MOTHER’S DAY GIFTING INSPIRATION
As Mother’s Day approaches, the search for the perfect gift can often feel overwhelming, but Marks and Spencer is here to simplify the experience with a delightful array of thoughtful presents.
With a focus on quality and creativity, M&S offers everything from luxurious pampering sets and exquisite floral arrangements to delicious gourmet treats that are sure to make any mother/stepmother/grandmother/mother-in-law feel cherished. Whether you’re looking to spoil her with something special or add a personal touch to your gift, Marks and Spencer has curated a selection that celebrates the remarkable women in our lives, ensuring this Mother’s Day on Sunday 30 March is truly unforgettable.
Let’s start with flowers. They are the quintessential gift for Mother’s Day, especially as we kick off Spring! It’s the season when gardens burst into colour after the long, dark winter, welcoming blooms back into our lives. Check out the newly launched, ‘Flower Market’ instore for a dazzling array of colourful arrangements and individual plants – perfect to brighten her day!
As Grace and I left the flower department we wandered through the M&S bakery – however what I was looking for is only available online. It is The Afternoon Tea Gift Box (£35) which has everything needed for a delicious tea for at least 4 people. It contains a fluffy Victoria Sponge, English Breakfast teabags, indulgent Millionaires shortbread and melt-in-the-mouth Viennese Swirls. Trust me, any mum would absolutely adore receiving this sweet surprise delivered right to them!
Whether you’re ready to shower her with something extra special or add a personal touch that says, “I really care,” M&S has curated a fabulous fashion collection that celebrates and flatters the incredible women in our lives. We heard that M&S is the most popular choice for older women looking for well made, fashion forward clothes. We couldn’t agree more – here are just some of the fabulous pieces available, any of which will ensure that this Mother’s Day is nothing short of magical for the lucky recipient!
- Cherry Bag Charm £12.50.
- Checked Tassel Scarf £6 (down from £15) in five colourways
- Leather Snaffle Waist Belt (black or brown available) £19.50
- Show her you love her… Red Heart Drop earrings £12.50
- Stainless Steel Bar Bangle. Elegant or what? Modern, stylish and waterproof so she’ll never need to take it off! £22.50
- Rose Quartz Natural Stone necklace £30 – simply gorgeous.
- Faux leather woven shoulder strap bag £45. The perfect size for everyday use and the woven style so on trend. Also available in red, cream and black.
- Printed Collared Shirt £25
- Cotton Rich Textured Relaxed Jumper £25 available in five colours/four sizes
- Linen Rich Tie Front Waistcoat £39.50 – super useful whether over a jumper, blouse or tee.
Other ideas for Mother’s Day comes from the M&S beauty department. Why not treat her to some pampering gifts that they might not buy for themselves. They deserve to be spoiled so indulge her senses with a fabulous beauty or wellness gift set from the M&S beauty department, which is bursting with beloved brands like Cowshed, Neom and Neal’s Yard Remedies.
If you are not sure which products to pick then M&S has made it easy with their thoughtfully curated gift boxes. Check out the ‘Made for an Icon‘ and ‘Time to Unwind‘ – each priced at just £30 and packed to the brim with luxurious goodies that, if purchased individually, would set you back over £100. Whether she needs to wind down after a long day or simply wants to feel glamorous, these wellness boxes are the perfect way to show her just how much she is cherished.
One of our personal favourite brands is Apothecary. You will find their hand wash, candles and room fragrances in both of our houses. You cannot beat them for value for money and every single fragrance whether lavender, geranium and eucalyptus will enhance the atmosphere in whichever room they are used. We particularly recommend the Sleep Pillow Mist (£7.50), Warmth eau de parfum (£12), the Revitalise diffuser (£17) and Restore hand wash and lotion duo £12) but we’re sure any of this hugely popular reange will be welcomed by the lucky recipient.
Finally we headed upstairs to the Homewares department for some more gift inspiration. We did not have to go far as there was a large display of fabulous vases next to the (realistic) faux flowers. Better still, many of them are currently reduced in price, so brilliant bargains, We particularly were taken with the gorgeous little pink striped jug vase online that has a reduced sale price of £11 (down from £19.50); Kelly Hoppen’s Bobble Edge £16 (was £29.50) and the elegant ridged ceramic vase £19 (reduced from £35).
That just leaves us to wrap up our recommendations with a reminder that M&S have an excellent range of cards (and gift cards) – Grace nabbed one for her Mum and we adored this 3D French scene design £7.
Grace is wearing the cotton rich Stormwear Longline mac £85 and the Air-Yarn Striped V Neck jumper £22.50, both of which she chose because they are both so stylish, useful and practical. The mac comes up quite large by the way if you think your Mum would love one of these as a gift.
One last thought, how about an M&S gift voucher – I love being given an E-Gift card as a present as it’s always a treat choosing something for yourself when you’re next instore… from £10.
So, hopefully this has given you some inspiration for Mother’s Day and with a little help from M&S you can make this an unforgettable day for the mother in your life! Happy gifting!
