Mother's Day is the one day of the year dedicated solely to Moms; it’s a day to show them exactly how much we love and appreciate them. Whether you choose to spoil your special lady with lavish gifts, tasty treats or an afternoon spent together, it's the thought that counts. We’ve come up with a list of lovely stores in Vancouver where you can find Mother’s Day gifts that are sure to be a hit. [Photo courtesy of The Cross]
The Cross is quite literally filled to the brim with stylish gift options for Mom. One of Vancouver's most beloved home stores, the Yaletown boutique features a 5000-square-foot showroom of furnishings, decorative accents and accessories, jewellery, stationery and more. Browse among the lush bedding and pillows, vintage furniture, pretty tea sets, colourful art prints and coffee table books, sweet-smelling scented candles, cozy loungewear, and sparkling jewellery from local designers, including cult-favourite Leah Alexandra.
Located in Park Royal, Simons is a one-stop shopping destination where you’ll find charming home decorations, kitchenware, stylish fashions, jewellery, accessories and more. This multi-levelled department store carries high-end designer labels such as Diane Von Furstenberg and Ray-Ban, as well as more accessible, affordable brands. With so many different potential gift options, you’re bound to find a few special treasures that Mom is sure love.
Celsia Floral is a top florist here in Vancouver; the talented floral designers at this Kitsilano shop have earned a reputation for their immaculate, swoon-worthy arrangements. These are not your ordinary, run-of-the-mill blooms; the team at Celsia combines botanicals with modern and vintage elements to create the most beautiful, artful designs. A personalized bouquet of Mom's favourite flowers delivered right to her door is an incredibly thoughtful gift that’ll bring a smile to her face this Mother’s Day.
For the book-lovin' mommas, why not support local this Mother's Day and find that perfect new paperback for her book club at The Paper Hound. Located Downtown Vancouver, this charming brick-and-mortar bookstore has shelves stocked with used, rare and new books.
Treat Mom to a fabulous mother-daughter mani-pedi date this Mother's Day. Whether Mom prefers a simple French manicure or something a little more daring (Varnish is known for its intricate and stunning nail designs), the polish pros at this popular Yaletown beauty bar have all your nail needs covered. If you're short on cash, the budget-friendly express manicure and pedicure combo is just $45 a person.
Calling all chocoholics! Satisfy Mom's sweet tooth with the sweetest gift of all: a box of fine handcrafted chocolates from XOXOLAT. Located in trendy Yaletown, XOXOLAT carries a large selection of top-brand chocolates sourced from all over the world, along with their own original in-store chocolate creations. These wow-worthy artisanal chocolates will make a great Mother’s Day treat.
If you’re looking to go a little more extravagant this Mother's Day, dazzle that special lady in your life with a stunning new piece of jewellery from the experts at Minichiello Jewellers. A family-run business, these jewellers are highly respected here in Vancouver and have more than 50 years experience in the industry. Though Minichiello is known for their exceptional custom diamond engagement rings, they also carry a wide selection of stunning necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Shop for fine Italian gold pieces, diamond bracelets, earrings, sterling silver, dazzling gemstones, white, yellow and rose gold pieces, and more.
For moms who adore interior design, PROVIDE is a modern home decor store that boasts a carefully curated collection of unique pieces sourced from all over the world. The Fir Street shop is stocked with rare, quality designer items that you wont find in your average department store. No matter what your price point, you can shop here for a wide range of home decor items, including stunning accessories, ceramics, kitchenware, lighting, cushions, throws, jewellery, furniture and more.
If Mom just can't get enough glam, glitz and makeup, Sephora is your go-to spot this Mother's Day. Shop from an extensive selection of fragrances, gift sets and hot new releases from today’s biggest beauty, skincare and perfume brands. Dior, Laura Mercier, Smashbox, NARS, Stila, Too Faced, Benefit and Urban Decay are just some of the designer labels available in store.
Spoil your mom this Mother's Day with a lavish spa package from Spa Utopia. The award-winning spa chain has three different locations in Vancouver and offers a variety of indulgent treatments including massage therapy, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, hand and foot treatments, facials, waxing, hair styling and more. Your mom is guaranteed to leave feeling happy and restored after her luxurious spa visit.