
Top 10 Modern Mothers Day Gifts
Crocs Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and with that in mind Crocs has fashioned a selection of colourful footwear to help you buy the perfect present for mum this March.
Known for amazing levels of comfort, this Crocs collection will allow mums to strike the balance between comfort and style! From Patricia Field designed shoes to playful colours, there’s always a reason to find your fun. Theses new Crocs are both innovative in design and comfortable with the lightweight molded soles the best casual footwear for busy mums. Help you mum #FindYourFun with these cool Crocs! For more information, or to see the latest styles that Crocs has to offer, visit www.crocs.co.uk.
GEAR4 BLACK range of D3O® impact protection mobile phone cases for both iPhone and Samsung handsets exclusively in Carphone Warehouse. Great for mums with a hectic lifestyle these covers are stylist and strong just like they are! Used by Olympic ski teams and the military, D3O® is a smart material scientifically proven to deliver superior impact protection through advanced shock absorption. IceBox Tone / WhiteIce / AllBlack – from £29.99 Available for iPhone 6 and 6s in silver, rose gold, gold, space grey, white IceBox Shock – from £29.99 Available for Samsung S6, S6 Edge/S6 Edge Plus, iPhone 6/6s and 6s Plus BookCase – from £34.99 Available for Samsung S6, S6 Edge/S6 Edge Plus, iPhone 5/5s, 6/6s/ and 6s Plus SpaceSuit – from £29.99 Available for iPhone 6s Plus JumpSuit – from £29.99 Available for iPhone 5/5s, 6/6s and 6s Plus www.D3O.com www.gear4.com
3rings Plug. Do you worry about your ageing loved ones or have a parent whose ill? Imagine Mum could give you a reassuring message that she is OK, or more importantly an alert that something might be wrong, just by making her morning cup of tea or tuning into Good Morning Britain. That’s what 3rings does. Fit the smart plug to most household appliances and it will send messages to you and all your family’s smartphones, tablets or laptops, reassuring you that your loved ones are OK. With inbuilt mobile technology, mum doesn’t even need their own internet connection. This caring plug will make a huge difference to your state of mind. For more information on the product go to https://www.3rings.co.uk/
FitBit. This health device is a fantastic, informative and fun way to encourage your mum to lead a healthier and more active life. The Fitbit One Wireless Activity Tracker tracks steps taken, stairs climbed, distance travelled, calories burned, activity level and sleep quality. The Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale also allows users to follow their weight, body fat percentage and BMI over time with a host of online graphs and mobile tools. To find out more go to https://www.fitbit.com
Musical memories. The latest audio gadgets allow you to create a truly personal and unique gift. Why not buy your Mum a simple and easy to use MP3 player such as an iPod Shuffle (only £40!) and upload a selection of her favourite songs both new and old! If your budget stretches to a device with greater storage, you could even treat your Mum to an audio version of the latest bestseller. www.apple.com/uk/shop/buy-ipod/ipod-shuffle
Create an E-Card. Sometimes a simple customised card can be a unique and, most importantly, thoughtful gift to send to someone. There lots of options – with some even allowing you to donate to a charity of your choice. So, a perfect excuse to get creative! We recommend http://www.ecards.co.uk/
Picture perfect. Social media offers many ways for us show how much we love our Mums – for gratis! According to recent statistics 3.3 million people share pictures of themselves and their mum on Facebook.[2] This year, Cancer Research UK is calling on people to share a #MyMumAndMe picture on Facebook and make a donation in celebration of their mum and to help protect more moments for mums everywhere. www.cancerresearchuk.org/support-us/donate/moremoments Text MUM to 70200 to donate £3 to Cancer Research UK*
Fortnum & Mason At the Piccadilly flagship, treat your Very Important Parent to a memorable three-course feast in The Gallery, with a delicious roast as the main. Add an extra-special element of surprise when making the reservation, with the addition of flowers, handmade chocolates in beautiful boxes, or personalised champagne, delivered to the table. Afternoon Tea is always a sure-fire earner of Brownie Points, so book a table for this Mother’s Day at The Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon, where the signature tea towers will be complemented by a plate of delicate pâtisserie designed exclusively for the Mother’s Day weekend – including black forest cake with striking mint chocolate work, passion fruit curd, raspberry cheesecake and salted caramel choux bun. The table can be decked with additional gifts should customers want to elevate the occasion including the new Fortnum & Mason candle collection infused with the grocer’s world renowned teas. Choose beautiful aromas of Earl Grey, Lapsang Souchong and Jasmine. Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 March Call 020 7734 8040 www.fortnumandmason.com/?
100% Natural Australian Jojoba which is suitable for all skin types and proven to help with a wide range of skin concerns linked to climate, stress, hormones, sleep, diet and lifestyle. No beauty bag should be without this multi-tasking product. 100% Natural Australian Jojoba is highly beneficial for appearance of improving overall skin texture, dry cracked skin, skin pigmentation, signs of aging, stretch marks, brittle nails, split hair etc. Available from £12.99 at Holland and Barrett.
Embryolisse A well known and trusted brand among the A-list celebrities including Gwyneth Paltrow, Scarlett Johansson etc. The Smooth Radiant Complexion Immediate Anti Fatigue has been designed to complement its sister products targeting weary, lack lustre and stressed-out skin. The 4-in-1 formula will smooth imperfections, attack the signs of ageing, firm and illuminate in on easy sweep. Dubbed the ‘French Facelift in a Bottle’ the cream delivers immediate and long lasting results to improve skin elasticity and tone, and reduce the development of new wrinkles over time. Available at Boots, £29
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