MANILA, Philippines — Behind every individual is a super woman who gives endless love and support in every step of the way.
Now, it is the time of the year to put the spotlight on these special women who have been in our lives since day one, let us give back to our personal heroes and the light of our lives – our mothers.
Here are some gift ideas for one and only super mom.
For the fashionable mom
Pia Regala-Hebron (left), and Christine Jacob-Sandejas.
Lady Rustan stays true to its roots, paying homage to the sophisticated Rustan woman this season. Created by Pia Regala-Hebron, whose design aesthetics have always revolved around clean lines and feminine silhouettes, the brand’s Spring/Summer 2018 collection is all about effortless style and understated elegance.
While Hebron stays true to her classic, timeless style, she also injected a dose of summer freshness to her pieces as she took inspiration from the varying hues of the sky, sand, and sea. The result is a color palette that is clean and subdued, reminiscent of the calm waves of the ocean at sunset, with the varying textures and materials lending each piece a look that’s both classic and cool.
The label’s latest collection, boasts a modern selection of essentials that are given a touch of thoughtful details. Jumpsuits, asymmetrical tops, tie-front culottes, sleeveless tops, flowy skirts and dresses are showcased in the lineup. The relaxed, minimalist vibe of each piece makes them an easy pick—the perfect go-to clothing for a summer season as hot as ours.
Mothers are multifaceted. For that reason, Swarovski proposes a Mother’s Day assortment that appeals to all styles and personalities, ranging from modern monochrome designs to contemporary floral creations.
Highlight of the collection, the floral-inspired Latisha range opts for the timeless black and white color combination. Featuring black Swarovski crystals on one side, white ones on the other, the Latisha necklace and bracelet are all about versatility. As for earrings, they are adorned with pearl embellishment and can be mismatched with removable ear jackets to channel the asymmetrical earring trend.
Bally’s Mother’s Day collection is bound together by sophisticated florals and spring time hues. Celebrate her timeless style with a pair of effortless yet elegant babouche slippers, choosing from the original archive inspired Janelle or the more delicately detailed Maelle. Bally’s popular Lottie and its edgier counterpart Malinda are also available in patchwork and pretty pastels.
For the grandest of gestures, wrap her in the stunning floral jacquard coat and matching B Turn or gift our new season keyhole bag, the perfect summer time accessory and the ultimate symbol of love.
The Mother’s Day edit is joined by a selection of scarves and small accessories.
Luxury, handcrafted jewelry maker John Hardy is taking time to honor our role-Mothers this Mother’s Day. With infinite stories tell and without whom, our own stories would not be possible, these women are larger than life, inspiring, motivating, connecting, mentoring, and protecting us at every turn. We honor each type of role-Mother according to the ancient archetype she embodies.
The Dot Collection typifies the idea of infinite possibilities. Through the ancient “Palu” hand-hammering technique, a team—traditionally made up of a husband and wife—shape each lustrous, symmetrical sphere to create a piece that stands as a symbol of boundless love.
For The Motivator, the brand turns to the tranquility of the Bamboo Collection, celebrating the pure of heart through the elegance of nature. For each piece of sustainable luxury purchased, John Hardy in turn sponsors the sowing of bamboo seedlings to honor our shared role-Mother, Earth.
The welcoming, genuine, charismatic role-Mothers in our lives guide, introduce, and unite us with one another in a circle of warm kinship. To be in the presence of The Connector is to come home. We recognize The Connector with our iconic Classic Chain, the ultimate symbol of connectivity. Uniting powerful design and inspired meaning, the Classic Chain stands for all humanity and for our shared community.
Stradivarius teams up with Frida Kahlo and launches a new capsule collection inspired by the Mexican artist.
March is the month that celebrates women, and today we want to celebrate her. We cannot end the month without mentioning Frida Kahlo and her fascinating and recognized artwork from the 80’s. Her work inspires this capsule collection that celebrates her 110th birthday.
The collection includes three different unique t-shirt designs, taking us to the spring season and to those characteristic flower motifs of this artist, as well as the positive messages filled with life.
Designer Tim Tam Ong’s new oriental-inspired collection reminds one what life is really about—a celebration of special moments with the woman who is always at the peak of our hearts.
In Between Seconds is a reflection of what we see, think, and feel as we take time to appreciate the beauty of having a role model who is not only multifaceted, but also the person who knows you best. From her constant encouragements to her warm hugs when you are feeling down or even at spontaneous happy times, these fleeting moments make us realize how much we value her presence in every second of our life. Every creation in this collection describes all these emotions.
Playing with colors like blue, green, and gold, the collection also presents the designer’s love for culture, whether it be a country’s iconic objects, designs, patterns, or nature as seen in her floral pieces.
Beauty pampering for mom
Give mom a beauty day off.
Mother’s Day is the best opportunity to shower her with even more love and devotion. It is time to start thinking of ways to make mom smile from ear to ear again.
Power serums for the power mom
Serums have become a necessary step in skincare because they bring you results that you might not easily achieve just by cleansing, toning, or moisturizing. They can even be mixed to find a unique blend that fits your skin's needs and lifestyle.
Kiehl’s chose four power women who wear multiple hats and excel in their chosen field to show how power serums works with each unique lifestyle. The roster includes the multifaceted mom, Mikaela Lagdameo-Martinez.
For the go-getter who does not let time get in the way of achieving work, personal, and social goals, there is the Midnight Recovery Concentrate, which contains botanical essential oils that have repairing and recovering properties to boost skin restoration at night.
For the star performer, there is the Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution formulated with Activated c, white birch and peony extract to diminish the number and intensity of dark spots and discolorations while preventing the formation of new spots.
For the mover and shaker, the Line Reducing Concentrate has 12.5 percent vitamin C that helps reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles, improve skin brightness, and boost skin texture. It is also enhanced with Hyaluronic Acid, which acts like a sponge by drawing moisture in to skin’s surface layers. There is Daily Reviving Concentrate, which aims to reduce skin inflammation, stimulate the production of collagen, reduce the appearance of redness, and moisturize skin.
For a dewy and youthful glow, the Hydroplumping Re-texturizing Serum Concentrate has plant-based glycerin and shiso leaf extract to intensely hydrate and plump skin to smooth the appearance of fine lines and uneven skin texture.
Finally, the Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate helps exfoliate skin overnight to reveal refreshed skin and accelerate skin cell turnover.
Must-try facials
The Heaven by Deborah Mitchell Bee Sting Facial is a non-invasive, intense anti-ageing treatment that is best described as a natural alternative to botox. Available in Edsa Shanri-La Plaza East Wing, the facial lifts, firms, and increases collagen and elasticity with firm facial stroke movements that are in perfect synergy with products. It works on the facial muscles, toning them to reverse the signs of ageing.
The facial aims to eliminate the appearance of sun damage and age spots while improving one’s posture. It is a holistic treatment that not works on signs of ageing, scars and pigmentation, but thoroughly eases out tensions of the body as well. Results include hydrated and moisturized skin with a refreshed glow.
Bring back the lost glory of the face with an oxygen facial. A recommended twice or thrice a month treatment, this facial available at Bianca Festejo’s salons is prized for its restorative benefits.
After years of shaving, plucking, and waxing, it is time to upgrade and treat yourself with a diode hair removal. This treatment uses laser lights to target the melanin pigment in the hair, which eventually eliminates hair growth.
Sweet notes for sweet mom
From beauty and scents to dress to impress, there are choices to give to your mom at Rustan’s. There is nothing more empowering for mothers than looking and feeling gorgeous even when they are in the middle of fulfilling their multiple roles, so in searching for the right gift for the modern mom, consider something that smells of parenting success.
Young For Ever is a floral citrusy fragrance with a hint of elegance and daring that is ideal for young moms who are always sunny and free-spirited, and determined to keep things fun, exciting, and vibrant. A subtle balance of mischievous sophistication, luminous insouciance, and anti-conformist elegance, it’s a fragrance dedicated to the mom who remains to be the life of the party, rocking both motherhood and her social life without batting an eyelash.
For the mom who lives an active lifestyle and spends her free time working out at the gym, climbing mountains, or completing triathlons, the Hugo Woman Extreme is a soulmate scent. This concentrated eau de parfum has an intense revitalizing freshness and creates an undeniably unique expression of refreshing confidence. It’s a modern and feminine scent that complements the energetic young mom.
If she loves everything pretty and has a lovely, perfectly-curated Instagram feed your friends envy, Elle’s So Chic eau de toilette would be a quaint addition to her collection of beautiful items decorating her vanity table. This fun yet timeless fragrance carries an unmatched blend of pear, flowers and vanilla, encapsulated in a charming bottle featuring a pretty floral pattern and a navy blue ribbon tied around its cap.