Mother’s Day gifts are bland and generic. Except for those on this list!
All Mother’s Day gift guides are generic and “samey”, right? Wrong. Don’t judge this list of quirky ideas until you’ve read to the end. If you thought practical gifts for Mother’s Day were boring, I’m about to prove you very wrong on the matter.
I’m guessing that watch-loving women and jewelry collectors (at least half of the female race) will love these thoughtful gestures. Trust me!
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
A last-minute dash to the gas station for a bunch of Mother’s Day flowers simply won’t do. Your mother may love you, but she won’t appreciate a gift that lacks thought and sentiment. On Mother’s Day, you need to show her how much she really means to you.
If you’re looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, I’ve curated a great list of gift ideas for women. Pick any one of these options, and I guarantee you’ll outdo your siblings and soon be your mother’s favorite child! Let’s go!
Keeping Things Ticking Over With a Watch Winder
If your mom likes collecting timepieces, a watch winder will make a great gift for her. Watch winders are perfect for those who own more than one wristwatch. They come in different styles and budgets and simulate the movement normally created by the wrist.
The purpose of a watch winder is to keep a mechanical movement working even when it’s away from the wrist. So, if your mother likes to alternate her timepieces, get her a winder like the Rapport Evo Cube.
The contemporary watch winder in polar white will suit moms with modern tastes. Classed as the latest generation of the Cube series, it features an innovative silent motor.
It also offers multiple-level controls for the Turns Per Day feature, along with three different directional settings. The Rapport Evo Cube complements modern home interiors, simultaneously allowing your mom to display her favorite timepiece.
Longines DolveVita
Of all the products featured in this guide, this Longines DolveVita has to be my favorite. The DolceVita X YVY illustrates contemporary elegance with its rectangular steel case.
The modern beige dial boasts contemporary stick markers powered by a slim quartz movement. Its unique stone shade beautifully pairs with a matching leather strap, constituting a chic and elegant statement piece.
The Cartier Ballon Bleu: A Perfect Mother’s Day Watch
The Cartier Ballon Bleu’s voluptuous shape is unmistakable. If your budget allows, I recommend this model.
The Lady’s Cartier watch is perfect for experiencing all those precious moments in life. Its rounded steel profile boasts scintillating diamonds for an added touch of panache. What’s more, its bubble-shaped profile takes inspiration from an effortlessly floating balloon.
One of the signature design elements of this watch from Cartier is its fluted crown, set with a synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel. It matches effortlessly with a set of blued steel sword-shaped hands.
Montblanc Boheme Day & Night
You have to check out Montblanc’s range of women’s gifts. Delights like the Montblanc Boheme Day & Night watch are not to be missed. The watch is an elegant, artistic expression of horology.
During daytime hours, a yellow sun, set against a blue sky, shows through a window on the dial. During the night, the moon makes an appearance. All the while, time shows via a set of elegantly crafted rose gold-colored hands.
This beautiful Mother’s Day gift idea features glistening diamonds at the hour locations and on the bezel. Thanks to an exhibition caseback, your mom can observe the in-house movement at work through a piece of sapphire glass.
Never Miss a Beat
No, I’m not using a cheesy pun about a beating wristwatch. I’m using a cheesy pun about music instead.
With these contemporary headphones, your mom can listen to all her favorite tunes and look stylish at the same time.
What’s even better about these headphones is that an industry specialist makes them! Montblanc has a reputation for crafting luxury leather goods, writing instruments, and exquisite timepieces. So, if your mom loves watches, she’s sure to know a thing or two about Montblanc.
These grey over-ear headphones are ultra-comfortable and boast beautiful leather-crafted cushion pads. They’re the perfect solution for moms who are always on the go or for keeping up-to-date with work meetings.
She can even unwind with some relaxing tunes or drown out busy environments using the Active Noise Cancellation feature.
Enhance Her Style With Versatile Watch Straps
Your mom won’t be expecting this gift for Mother’s Day. Watch straps are a very versatile and handy gift idea. A strap can change the appearance of a watch drastically. But wait, you’re wondering how you’d select the correct size, right?
It’s pretty straightforward. All you need to do is measure the distance between the lugs of your mom’s watch — the bit where the strap sits. You’ll get the measurement in millimeters, and then all you need to do is shop for a strap of that size.Remember to measure the distance from the inside of the lug.
That’s the important bit. There are some pretty good places to shop for straps online these days, Hodinkee, Strapsco, Watch Gecko, and Crown and Buckle are some examples.
Gifting a watch strap to your mom may not be as good as getting her a watch for Mother’s Day. But if you’re shopping on a budget, it’s a close second!
Don’t forget to make sure that you know what size she needs before ordering.
Rapport London Amour Deluxe Jewellery Trunk
This Deluxe Jewellery Trunk from London Rapport boasts a stylish purple and red snakeskin print crafted from peacock leather. Bold and colorful, it’s a great design for any mom with a vibrant taste in fashion and homeware items.
Ideal as a focal point in a dressing room, the jewelry box promises plenty of storage. It comprises three drawers and several compartments for trinkets and jewels. It also features a couple of watch compartments for storing two of her favorite horological delights.
Wolf Zoe Portfolio
If your mom tends to wear her watch everywhere she goes, she won’t need to store it. She’ll likely need a transportable jewelry wallet instead!
This jewelry wallet features two earring holders, two ring rolls, a medium and large pocket, a necklace holder, and a removable mirror.
Perfect for those with busy lifestyles, this jewelry portfolio from Wolf is a great Mother’s Day gift idea.
The Zoe Portfolio is sophisticated, fun, and elegant. Crafted from forest green velvet, it features a fabric lining integrated with LusterLoc technology. The lining helps absorb hostile gases that cause tarnishing, preserving its interior for years to come.
The Wolf Zoe Jewellery Portfolio boasts an elegant floral design with a rose gold-colored zip. The removable rounded mirror is compact and handy, making it a great all-in-one option for travel.
What’s more, if forest green isn’t to your mom’s taste, you can also get the design in dark blue!
Wolf Palermo Zip Case
Also from Wolf is this top-grain leather jewelry box with compartments for storing timepieces. It’s a portable option for transporting all your mother’s favorite valuables safely and stylishly.
The design comes in a myriad of different colors, but I particularly like the rose gold option.
The gold-colored button clips inside this case add to its sumptuous, charming style. Named after the city, it takes inspiration from, the Palermo case is a perfect Mother’s Day gift for those moms always on the road.
Write on Trend
As I mentioned, Montblanc isn’t just famous for crafting timepieces. If your mom already has a stylish wristwatch, get her an equally stylish pen for work!
This PIX White Rollerball shows that you can still opt for a premium without breaking the bank. Montblanc prides itself on quality, offering a huge range of gift ideas like this. Explore the rest of the range for more inspiration.
I particularly love the combination of precious white resin and elegant platinum-coated elements in this design. Both materials come together to pay homage to the Bauhaus architecture movement.
This contemporary pen features the iconic Montblanc emblem in black and white resin, inlaid inside the tip. Moreover, the pen also comes in a luxurious Montblanc presentation box to complete the ultimate gift experience for your mom.
The Takeaway
If you’re looking for a quirky Mother’s Day gift idea this year, this guide should have you covered. All of these options are niche, thoughtful, and tick the “practical” box, too!
These options cover all budgets for moms who love watches, jewelry, or both, from luxurious to affordable accessories.
Whatever you decide, she’s bound to love it because she loves you. Plus, you’re now officially her favorite child! You can thank me later!
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