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With origins dating back to ancient Greece and 17th-century Britain, today’s modern Mother’s Day is an opportunity to honor and celebrate your mother (or, for some of us, grandmother, aunt, wife, mentor, et cetera) by taking her to brunch and showering her with cards, flowers and gifts.

No matter if you’re surprising her with mimosas and breakfast in bed or a bouquet of her favorite flowers, this is an opportunity to thank her for the little things she did, does and most likely will do — like the late night phone calls, countless doses of wisdom and support, sideline cheers, home-cooked meals and much, much more.

Here are some of our picks:

BERNARD MAISNER MOTHER’S DAY CARD
Mother’s Day creator Anna Jarvis believed that a hand-written note was the perfect Mother’s Day gift.
We see no better way to begin this note with a calligraphed card from Bernard Maisner
Seventh Floor, 212 872 8960

NEST PEONY BLANCHE CANDLE
Its fresh scent blooms when lit, turning any room into a temporary garden.
Beauty Level, 212 872 2775
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DIANE JAMES SILK ROSES
We’re strong advocates of fresh flowers; however, we understand that pollen can be quite the pest.
Diane James’ silk roses are the perfect substitute — plus they never wilt.
Seventh Floor, 212 872 8872

FRAGRANCES
In fresh, springtime scents, our latest fragrances are quite lovely.
Beauty Level, 212 872 2581
Pictured: Creed Spring Flowers, Annick Goutal Le Mimosa, Houbigant Paris Quelques Fluers Royale (exclusively ours), Guerlain La Petite Robe Noir No 2 and Prada Infusion de Rose (exclusively ours)

SYDNEY EVAN CHARMED BRACELETS
Designed by a devoted mother (designer Rosanne Karmes named Sydney Evan after her two children), each Czech glass beaded bracelet represents a different aspect of luck, spirituality, love and good fortune.
Main Floor, 212 872 2518

CHARBONNEL ET WALKER CHAMPAGNE TRUFFLES
Mother’s Day just got a bit sweeter with the British chocolate house’s Marc de Champagne Truffles.
Seventh Floor, 212 872 2758
Tip: Pair with a picnic and bottle of champagne.

JUDITH LEIBER POCKET MIRROR
Perfectly sized for a clutch, this slim pocket mirror ensures that her lipstick will never wander outside of the lines.
Main Floor, 212 872 2872
Tip: pair with her favorite lippie

LE METIER DE BEAUTE GODS & GODDESSES LACQUER
Featuring summer’s hottest colors, Le Metier de Beaute’s latest lacquer collection is named after the gods who once ruled the Mediterranean: Athena, Hera, Eris & Dionysus.
Beauty Level, 212 872 8612
Tip: Treat her with an appointment at her favorite manicurist, too!

AMY ZERNER HOROSCOPE PENDANT
Is she a willful Aries? Or perhaps a balanced Libra?
No matter her sign, she’s sure to enjoy Amy Zerner’s horoscope pendants.
5F, 212 872 8901
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IPPOLITA BANGLES
Modern and clean, Ippolita’s bangles make quite the dramatic statement when stacked in boisterous groups.
Main Floor, 212 872 2518
Tip: Start a Mother’s Day tradition by giving one bangle each year
Learn more about the women who inspire Ippolita

KARA ROSS CLUTCH
Perfect for summer, Kara Ross’ cork clutch holds just what she needs for a weekend date with Dad.
Main Floor, 212 872 2577

CHÂTEAU D’ESTOUBLON OLIVE OIL
For the discriminating kitchen connoisseur: a glass perfume flask filled with monovarietal olive oil from the château’s reserve in France. And trust us: the bottle is huge.
Seventh Floor, 212 872 2758
Tip: Pair with a French cookbook

BOISSIER BOX OF CARAMELS
No matter how you pronounce it, we all can agree that Boissier’s caramels are delicious.
Seventh Floor, 212 872 2758

VANESSA MONTIEL EARRINGS
Perfect for the nature-lover, Vanessa Montiel’s earrings are sure to make the Bronx Zoo Cobra a hiss jealous.
5F, 212 872 8901
Tip: Pair with one of Theodora & Callum’s scarves

MOLA NOLA CUSHIONS
Each featuring a vintage print woven by Panama’s Kuna indians, Mola Nola’s unique cushions will please any globe-trotting adventurer.
Seventh Floor, 212 872 2866

OLIVER PEOPLES FRAMES
She’s sure to have a bright future with these classic sunnies.
Main Floor, 212 872 2544

MONICA RICH KOSANN LOCKET
With family always close to her heart, designer and photographer Monica Rich Kosann’s lockets present a lovely way for Mom to keep her family close.
Seventh Floor, 212 872 2570
Tip: Insert family photographs before wrapping

CARLOS FALCHI PYTHON TOTE
Perfect for daytime, Carlos Falchi’s python tote would make one’s errands quite chic.
Main Floor, 212 872 2577

CAROLINA BUCCI FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS
Reminiscent of childhood friendship bracelets — each 18-karat gold chain and silk thread bracelet feature a charm of significance.
Main Floor, 212 872 2518
Tip: Write a note with a memory reminiscent of the charm’s meaning

JUDITH LEIBER FEED 1000 CLUTCH
It’s the chic gift that keeps on giving: proceeds from the sale of a FEED 1000 clutch provide 1,000 school lunches for under-privileged children.
Main Floor, 212 872 2872
Meet Lauren Bush this Friday as she presents the latest from FEED!

THEODORA & CALLUM NECKLACE
Inspired by destinations visited with their young children, Theodora & Callum’s jewelry best fits the mother who never can leave the open markets and souks.
5F, 212 872 8901

JOSIE NATORI CAFTAN
Poolside or lounging, Josie Natori’s beaded caftan foresees sunny days with a good book and floppy hat.
Sixth Floor, 212 872 2876
Tip: Visit the Sixth Floor this Friday as we host fit experts and more!

ASHLEY PITTMAN JEWELRY
Each extraordinary & unique, Ashley Pittman’s jewelry are handcrafted by artisan groups in rural Kenya.  Plus, the designer donates 10% of her profits to help fund operations of a primary school and health care center in rural Kenya.
Main Floor, 212 872 2518

Theodora & Callum Printed Scarf
Boasting a bold mix of colors, Theodora & Callum’s scarves will brighten any mother’s day.
5F, 212 872 8901

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