Mom’s the word

It can feel like you’ve bought your mother one of everything over the years — but the point of Mother’s Day, you see, isn’t necessarily to blow her mind with surprising gifts or even big-ticket ones, but simply to show your appreciation (and acknowledgment) for all she does for you, day in, day out. Of course, if you happen to wow, even better. From practical-yetpretty presents to splurge-worthy styles she won’t be forgetting anytime soon, Rebecca Tay showcases five Mother’s Day gifts — just remember to pick one of them up before Sunday. HER TIME

It seems fitting to give your mother the new Omega Trésor — partly for its elegant, diamond-embellished styling, yes, but also because the face of the collection is none other than Kaia Gerber, the daughter of supermodel (and Omega ambassador) Cindy Crawford. And because they say like mother, like daughter, maybe you deserve one of these watches, too. Omega, omegawatches.com | $5,500

BLUE MAGIC

After a recent rebrand, Gastown boutique Lynn Steven is now a specialist stockist of non-toxic, ethical, cruelty-free beauty, skin care and wellness brands, and we couldn’t be happier. Gift ‘The Blue Cocoon’ by May Lindstrom, a waxless balm that melts into a hydrating, healing blue facial oil when it’s applied to skin. Consider it your way of saying sorry for the stress and fine lines you’ve caused your mom over the years.

Lynn Steven, lynnsteven.com | $240

SILVER LINING

Logos are having a major comeback, but if your mom is over a certain age, she likely doesn’t want to be sporting a super flashy designer name or motif. Enter these ‘Lampio’ mules by heritage brand Salvatore Ferragamo: the crystalencrusted, signature logo lets her dip a perfectly manicured toe into the trend without shouting it from the rooftops. Holt Renfrew, holtrenfrew.com | $845

CUDDLE UP

She spent all those years swaddling you back when you were a baby; why not return the favour with this graphic-print blanket by Danish brand Normann-Copenhagen? Made from a jacquardwoven, luxe, New Zealand brushed wool, it’s beautiful, soft, and warm, just like your mom.

Vancouver Special, vanspecial.com | $200

GREEN THUMB

Why give just a bouquet of flowers when you can give this little garden jar instead? Not only is it super sweet, its self-watering, ‘wicking’ hydroponic system means plants are fed and watered and you’ll hardly have to lift a finger. We love this pansy arrangement, though organic basil, cilantro, parsley and other herbs are also available. Indigo, chapters.indigo.ca | $25