The Freckled Stylist's Mother's Day Gift Guide
Stress Reliever
Moms need a little break and some relaxation from time to time and accupunture is just the fix! "Give mom the gift of wellness! Acupuncture has been proven to reduce stress and anxieties." -Anh Tran, Acupuncturist at Lateral Fitness. $100, per session at Lateral Fitness in Chicago.
Women Supporting Women
Penh Lenh is a jewelry line of full of colorful pieces (amazing for summer) made by female artisans in Cambodia. All profits are put directly back into the local economy to help empower the women in career paths and education. Earrings Starting at $30
A Spring Scarf
A lightweight scarf is the perfect accessory to throw on at the start of a busy day! This piece looks great paired with a simple v-neck tee, jeans, and a pair summer sandal. $140, By Katie Farnan
This is a line of intimates with the millennial woman in mind. You try the bras on at home for free and return what you don't want. Bras are only $35 and a portion of sales goes to The Girl Project, helping girls in over 120 countries gain access to education. Doing good and convenience for Mom? Doesn't get any better than that! $30, Harper Wilde
Luxury Haircare Products
Great locks can make any average day a better day! If Mom spends every few weeks at the salon for touch-ups (you know what I mean, #greyhairs), then this line will hydrate her processed locks creating bouncy and healthy hair. "Shu Uemura is one of the most exclusive professional hair care lines on the market, whose rare ingredients have quickly become a favorite among Maxine Salon clients. Used as an extension of a woman's natural beauty, Shu Uemura products perfectly align with our services to produce incredible results. If you want the women in your life to feel and look beautiful this Mother's Day, a trip to Maxine Salon to try the Shu Uemura products is a great starting point!" Becca Panos, Maxine Salon Stylist. Starting at $19, by Shu Uemura and available at Maxine Salon
Relaxing Spa Day
If you want to take a trip to Greece, but don’t see it in the forseable future this place is the next best thing! The Grecian inspired baths are gorgeous and incredibly relaxing making it a great staycation experience. Starting at $70 at AIRE Ancient Baths
Eye Catching Pumps
A stand out pair of heels is such an easy way to make a simple outfit something people take a double take at! “From work to play to PTA, we found your new go-to heels: INEZ. Inspired by ambitious women, they created a heel that doesn’t sacrifice wearability for good looks; the shoes are all handmade in Spain, cradle your foot with a cushy, better-built architecture and come in three widths. They offer a try-at-home program to ensure you get the best fit, free shipping & returns” - Caroline Landry Co-Founder of Inez. $258, By Inez
Bright Eyed & Youthful
A great eye cream is something every woman needs and searches high and low for, we have found your new favorite! A little bit goes a very long way with this lightweight eye cream and keeps your peepers hydrated all day and all night. Make it a part of your beauty routine morning and night for the most effective results! $47, Origins
A Little Bit of Love
She is one of my absolute favorite local jewelry designers! Her pieces are sparkly, feminine and meaningful with this piece being a perfect option as a gift for Mom. This champagne quartz and heart cubic zirconia beaded bracelet is something she can wear each day to add a little bit of glitz to even the most casual of outfits! $145, by Rachel Lynn Chicago
A Keen Scent
Every woman loves a fabulous and long lasting fragrance! This one is on my list of favorites and a perfect, unique gift for Mother's Day. "Mysterious and elegant, this fragrance evokes the pure indulgence of a soft texture meeting bare skin. Its woody oriental blend is infused with roasted almond, rose petals and black amber which includes dark, moody and intense fragrances for him, for her and for you". $105, by Commodity
SUMMER LOVIN’ STYLE! Book your style consultation with KS Style Consultation for a Summer closet cleaning, personal shopping, and personalized look book. Revamp your wardrobe going into the warm weather months! FashionStylingChicago.com