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Shopping: I Got It For My Mama

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Whether you’re preparing to drop some hints or to just go ahead and treat yourself, our luxe Mother’s Day gift picks are sure to inspire!

Lyss Stern is an NYC mom of three, founder of DivaLysscious Moms and divamoms.com, and co-author of If You Give a Mom a Martini…100 Ways to Find 10 Blissful Moments for Yourself. 

  • Pretty in Pink

    Pretty in Pink

     The ultimate splurge-worthy gift is this absolutely stunning pair of peach moonstone earrings from jewelry designer Irene Neuwirth. With their beautiful, feminine color and shape, these luxe drop earrings with rose-cut diamonds will certainly be her favorites for years to come. $2,310, ylang23.com
  • Music to Her Ears

    Music to Her Ears

     Tech meets fashion with Frends’ fab and funky bloom-print Taylor headphones. With their springy floral pattern, rose-gold detailing, and feminine shape, these high-end headphones are as much a fashion accessory as any piece of jewelry or a handbag—plus they offer premium sound quality. $249.95, wearefrends.com
  • In the Bag

    In the Bag

     Help mom get in the mood for warmer weather with this cool Southwestern-inspired Dhurrie Tote from Will Leather Goods. Crafted from hand-loomed cotton yarn and heavyweight bridle leather, this gift is built to stand the test of time as well as the test of high style. $495, willleathergoods.com
  • Glam Gems

    Glam Gems

     These edgy Rebecca Minkoff (a local mom herself!) studs are the perfect gift for the fashion-forward mom. The uniquely shaped earrings, featuring simulated black diamonds accented with pave-set crystals, add instant cool to any outfit, whether it’s a cocktail dress or breezy pants and a top. $38, rebeccaminkoff.com
  • Well Heeled

    Well Heeled

     Shoes, handbags, and chocolate—what could be better on Mother’s Day? Mom will adore this chic pair of milk-chocolate high-heels, tucked inside a red box fashioned into the shape of a handbag. The stylish creation comes from the British confectioners at Charbonnel et Walker, which have been creating the most delectable chocolates since 1875. $15, charbonnelchocolates.com
  • Cozy Chic

    Cozy Chic

     A relaxing night in with a movie, or a morning spent snuggling up on the couch calls for home accessories that are both comfortable and chic, like this great triangle-print pillow and throw blanket from designer extraordinaire Nate Berkus’ Target collection. $24.99 (pillow) and $29.99 (blanket), target.com
  • Lip Service

    Lip Service

     There’s nothing like a beautiful new shade of “look-at-me” lipstick to make a mom feel gorgeous, glowing, and glamorous. And Clé de Peau Beauté’s extra-rich lipstick, in the new “112” hue feels as good as it looks, with a hint of moisture and ingredients like Argan Tree Oil, Hydro-Wrap Complex, and Tri Petal Finish to ensure smooth application. $65, cledepeaubeaute.com
  • Inside the Box

    Inside the Box

     Beauty subscription service Birchbox has put together a fantastic limited-edition box just for Mother’s Day—with no subscription required to purchase. It’s filled to the brim with decadent skincare, beauty, and hair products that every mom will love—from a delish shower gel to a French skin serum that’ll leave her complexion looking luminous. $62, birchbox.com
  • Links Of Love

    Links Of Love

     Miracle Links, available at Kay Jewelers, is a lovely new line of jewelry inspired by the special connection between mother and child. The designs in the collection (which includes necklaces and charms) feature interlinking circles to symbolize the mother-child bond. A variety of styles--crafted in 10K and 14K white, yellow, rose gold and sterling silver, with the option of pave diamond circles--there's a look that's certain to charm any special mom on your list. $179-$1,149, kay.com

About the Author

About the Author

Lyss Stern

Lyss Stern

Lyss Stern is known as the quintessential “mom-preneur,” a mom of three ages 15, 12, 5 and of course her puppy and fish. Lyss has expanded her company Divamoms.com through media over the past fifteen years. In addition to her amazing events she has appeared on TV and radio as a parenting expert, she has authored two books, Motherhood Is a B#TCH!10 Steps to Regaining Your Sanity, Sexiness and Inner Diva, co-authored by Sheryl Berk, and If You Give a Mom a Martini, co-authored by Julie Klappas and featuring contributions from celebrity moms like Kelly Ripa, Christie Brinkley and Jill Kargman.

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New York Family September 2021