Mother's Day 2013
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Bedside Spluge: Alexandra Ferguson
Say "I love you" in French with this eco-conscious pillow that uses felt made entirely out of post consumer recycled water bottles.
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Bedside Steal: Elizabethw
Lavender scented and silk encased, help mom get the good night sleep she deserves.
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Sporty Splurge: Stio
Women’s First Light Jacket, $105
Lightweight, breathable and packable, this water resistant jacket can be used for outdoor activities ranging from trail running to mountain biking.
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Sporty Steal: New Balance
Sports Bras, $33.99-51.99
New Balance just launched a collection of sports bras with 15 different styles designed to fit all shapes, sizes and activities. Available in a myriad of color options, they're lightweight and comfortable while offering support and moisture wicking properties.
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Health Splurge: HUM Nutrition
Vitamins and Supplements, prices vary
Fill out a three-minute questionnaire on behalf of your mom and Hum will give her a personalized regimen put together by a Registered Dietitian, along with a rundown of what exactly she is doing right (“While I recommend most people take a multi vitamin and a fish oil, I don’t see a need for that in your case as your diet is already very rich in nutrients”) and what she should watch out for (“Watch out for that daily calcium as it is critical for bone health - if you don't tolerate lactose, green leafy vegetables like Kale and Broccoli also contain Calcium”). Then order the supplements and opt to have them automatically delivered every month.
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Health Steal: Planters Seed Kits
Micro-Green Kits, $40
This kit, made from recycled steel, includes everything you need to grow USDA-certified organic sprouts in just 7-14 days. No green thumb required.
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Beauty Gift Set Splurge: Prada
Prada Infusion d'Iris Gift Set, $114
A $148 value, this gift set includes Prada's ever popular Infusion D'Iris Eau de Parfum Spray, Hydrating Body Lotion and Eau De Parfum Rollerball with a case.
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Beauty Gift Set Steal: Lush
Happiness Gift, $42.95
Ready to gift, this set comes adorably packaged and filled with fun bathtub finds including a massage bar, shower gel, Karma Kream, Whoosh shower jelly, Lemony Flutter and Bohemian soap — all of which come in fun colors, shapes and are freshly scented.
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Travel Beauty Splurge: Chanel
UV Essentiel, $55
Lightweight and non-chalky, Chanel's new sunscreen works double duty to protect skin against urban pollution and free radicals. Mom can wear it alone or, because of its non-oily and fluid texture, under makeup year-round.
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Travel Beauty Steal: Sephora
Deluxe Airless Travel Kit, $38
Encourage mom to pamper herself with a relaxing trip this summer (Wanderlust perhaps?) via this TSA-friendly kit.
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Denim Splurge: James Jeans
Twiggy Collection, $158-198
This classic ankle-skimming silhouette is now available in a slew of new shades and prints including pastels, metallics and animal prints.
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Denim Steal: Express
Denim Collection, $69-118
Express' new denim collection now includes new high rise styles and new thick stitching in skinny, barely boot and bootleg shapes. The brand also launched Ankle Leggings and Ankle Skinnies, along with a slew of new washes from super light to dark and including destroyed, paint splatter, rip and repair.
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DIY Glow Splurge: Cle de Peau Beaute
Not only is this one of the best highlighting powders available, it comes packaged in a beautiful case designed by British jewelry designer Shaun Leane.
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DIY Glow Steal: Marula The Leakey Collection
Marula Oil, $78
This soothing anti-aging facial oil hydrates and protects with a higher level of antioxidants and Omega 9 fatty acids than Argan or Grape Seed oils. It can be used on its own or you can add a few drops to your cleanser, foundation or moisturizer. The set comes with a full size bottle and a travel size oil and now, for a limited time, a pink Multi-Strand Zulugrass Bracelet.
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Yoga Splurge: Manduka
This limited-edition tote is breathable (key if you practice hot yoga) and has room for a yoga mat as well as for clothes and/or towels. Plus it's designed with inspiring words and images.
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Yoga Steal: Manduka
The ultimate in high performance and eco-consciousness, this ultra-absorbing towel is made with Cocona fabrics woven with natural fibers extracted from recycled coconut shells.
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Tabletop Splurge: David Shrigley
Salt & Pepper Shakers, $125
Remind your mother that she did a good job with these bone china salt and pepper shakers.
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Home Splurge: Cartier
Graphic Decor Trinket Tray, $475
The combination of Limoges porcelain and leather makes this trinket tray a uniquely appealing find.
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Home Steal: Robert Seigel
Berry Bowl and Tray, $65
Inspired by his grandmother's fruit bowl, this porcelain bowl and saucer is crafted and glazed by hand with a cluster of holes so that you can rinse your berries, while also allowing air to circulate, which helps keep fruit ripe.
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Staycation Splurge: The Mark Hotel
Family Moments package, $625 and up
The Mark — a favorite of the likes of Anna Wintour and Marc Jacobs — just launched a family package whereby guests receive breakfast for up to three, unlimited in-room movies and tickets to either The Empire State Building, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Central Park Zoo or The Museum of Natural History. Not sweet enough? Ladurée macarons are included gratis in turn down service.
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Staycation Steal: The New York Botanical Garden
Mother’s Day Weekend Garden Party, $25
Play lawn games, have a picnic and relax while photographers snap pictures for you to take home. Hands-on nature activities for kids will also be offered.
