Love Thy Mother
It's her day, shop with her in mind.
By
Lisa Latter
Photos by Romney Photography
Missoni possible
A dress that's easy to pull on and a look that's easy to pull off -- what woman wouldn't love this Technicolor striped knit dress, $585, by Missoni? From Angelique (7725 Maple St., 866-1092). |
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She won't leave home without it
It's the ultimate diaper bag for rock-star mommies. And when baby is away, mother can play because this metallic leather diaper bag can also be used as a purse, $535, from Angelique Baby (3719 Magazine St., 301-2583; www.angeliquebaby.com |
Tulip topper
What's more lovely than a bouquet of fresh tulips? A scented candle with a much longer shelf life. She'll love this French tulip candle by Seda France, $31.95 -- or treat her to a massage or facial at Lovejoy Day Spa (200 Metairie Road, Metairie, 828-1997; http://www.lovejoyspa.com |
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The queen mum
She deserves the royal treatment; pamper her with the ultimate spa experience. The Essence massage includes a bath as well and will help mom relax, unwind and maintain her youthful energy in true Southern style, $150, at Spa at the Ritz Carlton (921 Canal St., 524-1331; http://www.ritzcarlton.com |
Set in stones
Give her a gift of a freshwater pearl and turquoise drop dangling inside circle and marquis shapes in gold on a bronze leather necklace, $85, with matching gold-plate loop earrings, $105, by Deborah Grivas, from Ballin's (721 Dante St., 861-4367; http://www.balinsltd.com |
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Geisha to go
Tremendous, but not in size! These tiny, color-named perfumes from Aroma M. Geisha, $36 each, come in handy, portable, no-spill roll-on form. Each slender tube is wrapped in traditional Yuzen paper from Kyoto and take up only slightly more makeup bag space than a lipstick, from Ah-Ha(3129 Magazine St., 269-2442). |
Quilted coordinates
No guesswork here. She'll be perfectly coordinated with this feminine Vera Bradley floral print set: auto open and close umbrella, $30; sun visor, $20; and tote, $44; from Gentry (6047 Magazine St., 899-4223). |
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Spring greening
It's the perfect little party dress for the mod mom. This comfortable yet dressy emerald green silk kimono dress by Jenny Han, $180, will quickly become one of her favorite pieces. From Ropa Fashion Loft (4228 Magazine St., 309-9772). |
The total tote
Perfect for the errand-running mom, this bag will help her get the job done. Whether it means carrying groceries, toting stuff for the kids or beaching it this summer, she will find plenty of uses for this gift, $59.99, from Massey's ( 3363 Severn Ave., Metairie, 885-114; http://www.masseysoutfitters.com |
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Colorful indulgence
Give her an original work by artist George Rodrigue, like this piece from the new Dream Series, a post-Katrina look at the often-fragmented nature of recent life in New Orleans. Acrylic on canvas, 24x24 inches, $28,000, from Rodrigue Studio (721 Royal St., 581-4244; http://www.georgerodrigue.com |
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Getting a grip
It's good to have a little help in keeping it all together. This extra-large aqua cotton canvas expandable bag has reinforced tacks, a double handle and a large, hidden zippered side pocket, perfect for keys and cell phone, $30, from American Apparel (3310 Magazine St., 895-4970; www.americanapparel.com |
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Easy-to-wear hardware
Although the centerpiece of this hand-painted distressed pink leather belt by Papa K is a buckle made from recycled gate hardware, your mom is sure to be the first to wear it, $139, from Lady Soho (3331 Severn Ave., Metairie, 212-7636). |
Rays of love
Zents fragrances are designed to be "liquid memories," and SUN is a "tribute to the kindness and warmth that radiates from a mother's beautiful heart." Treat her to this trio: soap, $9, lotion, $24, and concreta solid perfume, $30, from Duke Morgan (3607 Magazine St., 309-9394). |
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Bow to your mother
What mother wouldn't cherish a picture of her favorite child? This hand-crafted wood picture frame, $64, is accented with a silk ribbon bow with a crystal brooch in the center, from The Great Room (1525 Lapalco Blvd., Suite 20, Harvey, 368-2552). |
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