Mother's day gift ideas galore: treat your mum, because she’s amazing
Are you looking for Mother's day gift ideas? Your mum is special to you. And even though she’s insisting that you ‘don’t need to spend too much’ or that she ‘doesn’t need anything,’ you want to spoil her anyway, right? If you have been searching for mothers day gifts on Google, you’re in the right place.
Mother's day gifts Australia: what do mums want?
Is your mum your go-to person? She’s there to listen when you need to celebrate, whinge, listen, help with stain removal, or clean your kitchen even though you’re a grown adult. She buys your favourite snacks, and she sends you cute text messages with too many emojis, but you wouldn’t have her any other way. Does she make the best lasagne, cakes or cheesy biscuits? Perhaps your relationship is complicated, or perhaps not. Nevertheless, you want to recognise the wonderful mum she is on this day.
Mums do a lot for us. She’s been there your whole life and doesn’t ask for much. She always puts everyone first before herself. The older you get the more you value and appreciate her (even if she drives you nuts sometimes). And if your mum is a grandmother, she likely does a lot for your kids too. Perhaps she minds them so you can work, or babysits when you go out for dinner. Or sends lavish gifts or buys them too much chocolate at Easter — whatever it is, most grandmas love to spoil their grandkids.
So now it’s time to spoil mum.
So if you want a special Mother's Day gift idea to say thank you and absolutely delight her, you’re in the right place. We’ve got lots of ideas, and of course, our own amazing jewellery range is perfect too!
Treat mum with a classic silver bangle, the perfect Mother's Day gift idea
| Contempo sterling silver bangle, from $325 | Beaten bangle 5mm $99 | Double linked silver bangle, $65 |
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Mothers day gifts online
We’re all in a rush, so make life easier for yourself and shop online. We love:
- A gorgeous leather handbag from Charzek
- An online palm reading by the talented Auric Asana
- A luxury silk gift set - eye mask, pillowcase and hair tie from Lujo Home
- A gift voucher from our sister store Taleeta for comfortable, stylish and flattering collection in natural fabrics
- The new book by Kate Toon - Six Figures in School Hours
- A stunning Dragonfly linen tablecloth to treat Mum to something extra from French Affair
- A delicious box of cookies from Sugarlicious
- A luxury hand candle from The Candle Kitchen with a beautiful fragrance
- A one off house clean if you're in Wollongong area we recommend Fresh Haus Special discounted offer for Mothers Day
- An online tarot reading from the amazing Auric Asana
- Bath Salts from The Lotion Bar
- A handmade Vintage Tea Towel Tote
- A coffee face oil for glowing skin from Mumma's Beans
- A luxurious body oil (L'occitane or Jurlique)
- A private Astro Yoga session
- A Cleansing and Toning Mist set from Aussenskin
- A Cross Body Bag from Charzek
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An exotic fragrance (David Jones, Chemist Warehouse)
- A trio of bath bombs from The Bath Bomb Shop
- A luxury leather handbag from Mimi and Coco
- An 'I Choose Happiness' T-Shirt from Wearable Affirmations
- Funky pyjamas (Sussan, Peter Alexander)
- An Australian Scent Pebble Gift Box
- A stunning mug from Hola Nanu
- Gorgeous stationery for her work-from-home desk (Saint Belford, Milligram)
And of course on Mother’s day, jewellery is always a perfect idea!
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More mothers day gifts in Australia: shop local
Don’t want to shop online? There’s much more you can find locally, and it’s great to support small business owners in your community.
How about:
- Gifts from your local farmers market: home-made jams, fudges, chocolates
- A massage, reiki or kinesiology session at your nearest day spa
- Exotic cheeses, dips and crackers from the local deli for a mothers day gift picnic
- Wines from the corner bottle shop or beers from a local brewery
- A potted indoor plant from the local nursery
- The latest blockbuster, historical fiction or personal development book from an independent bookstore
- Tickets to a concert, museum or gallery in your area
- Photography or artwork from a resident artist
Want to support a small family business for your Mother’s Day jewellery gifts in Australia? Shop with us!
We are female owned, family run and independent, based in Thirroul on the NSW south coast. Check out some of these beautiful mothers day gift ideas from Desiderate:
| Citrine Mahtava Earrings | Tivaali Ruby and Emerald Necklace | Citrine Mahtava Ring |
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For Mother's day in 2024, most mums want your time
How can you spend time with mum on mothers day?
Try one of these ideas:
- pack a picnic and visit the local gardens
- A Thinkercise Puzzle that you can do together
- take a walk or a ride on a nearby trail
- play tourist in your own town and visit the top local attractions
- take her to brunch, breakfast, lunch or dinner
- bake her an old-fashioned Sunday roast
- join the Mother’s day classic and raise funds for breast cancer research
- take a class together: painting, chocolate making, sewing, photography
- take over all her daily chores - cleaning, cooking, shopping for groceries, washing, and bins (she will love it)
We’re not finished: even MORE mothers day gift ideas
- A beauty hamper
- Designer cocktail glasses
- A custom-made street number sign
- A family photo session
- An audiobook subscription
- A haircare set from her favourite label
- A gorgeous new dress from our sister label Taleeta
- A smartwatch
- A bottle of sparkling rosé, moscato or champagne
Bracelets and bangles make the perfect Mother’s day gift in Australia
Mums love a classic silver bangle or bracelet for Mother’s Day. From classic, simple and chic Mother’s day jewellery, to boho sparkle featuring beautiful gemstones, Desiderate has all the gift ideas you need.
Invest in a classic collectable sterling silver chunky bangle that mum will cherish for years to come. Or if you’d prefer a gift under $100, we have plenty of budget-friendly gift ideas for mum.
Pro online shopping tip: when searching on our website, you can order your products to appear from ‘Price: low to high’ with a single click on the filter menu on the right hand side.
| Diamant Garnet Bracelet $150 | Rainbow Gemstone Bracelet |
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| Contempo Beaten Bangle | Magic Turquoise Bracelet | Baroque Beauty Volere Bracelet | |
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Did we mention gift with purchase?
For Mothers Day 2024, your gift purchase will come with a free gift from Desiderate. While stocks last, you’ll get a free gorgeous Larimar Serenity ring valued at $150.00 with orders over $100.00. Each ring is completely unique with the natural colouring and shape of the stone.
*Valid from March 22
These beauties bring a touch of boho glam to your look. And if you decide to keep them for yourself, mum will never know! #ourlittlesecret
Money no object? REALLY treat mum with an extravagant mother’s day jewellery gift
These mother’s day gifts are not within everyone’s budget. But they are utterly divine showstoppers—gifts that mum will treasure for a lifetime.
So if you want to give mum something truly lavish and memorable, we have the perfect Mother’s day jewellery gift ideas.
| Divinity Necklace | Double Link Bracelet | Luxor Bracelet |
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| Luminata earrings | Moonlit earrings | Pink Tourmaline Mahtava earrings |
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| Cleo obsidian and pearl necklace | Baroque beauty necklace | Vivid Earrings |
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Want last minute Mother’s Day gifts in Australia?
Because we are local, you don’t have to worry about ordering eight weeks before Mother’s Day.
But if it’s too late for postage, treat mum to a Mother’s Day gift card from Desiderate. She can browse our range to choose her favourites. She can use the virtual try on tool to see how her selection will look with her skin, hair and complexion.
Choose your own gift card amount, from $10, $50, $100 and many more, up to $1000 (that would be SO generous of you)!
Can they get a gift card emailed — Or we can post a glossy card.
Mother’s Day necklaces: most popular
If you are after a Mother’s Day necklace for mum and you aren’t sure what to choose, you can’t go wrong with one of our best sellers. If most of our thousands of customers like it, there’s a better chance mum will be happy with her gift on Sunday, 12th May.
Our best-selling Mother’s Day necklaces are:
| floating pearl necklace | Fleeting moments pearl necklace | Rainbow Gemstone Pendant |
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Mother’s Day rings: most popular
Do all mums love a new ring for Mother’s Day? We reckon so! Some of our best sellers are sure to delight your mum. And don’t worry if you don’t know her ring size, check out our guide to choosing the right ring size. It includes tips for purchasing rings as gifts.
You can’t go wrong with a best-seller: classic, chic and effortlessly boho.
| White topaz trilogy ring set | Under the sun mabe pearl ring - white | Baroque beauty ring |
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Birthstone rings for Mother’s day.
Want to get mum a gift with a personal connection? A birthstone ring for Mother’s Day is perfect.
Each month of the year has a corresponding birthstone and we have rings for all twelve months. You’re bound to be the favourite child on Mother’s Day if you show up to lunch with one of these.
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January, garnet Shop our garnet range |
February, amethyst Shop our amethyst range |
March, aquamarine Shop our aquamarine range |
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April, diamond or white topaz Shop our herkimer diamond range Shop our white topaz range |
May, emerald Shop our emerald range |
June, moonstone or pearl |
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July, ruby Shop our ruby range |
August, peridot Shop our peridot range |
September, sapphire Shop our sapphire range |
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October, opal Shop our opal range |
November, citrine Shop our citrine range |
December, turquoise or blue topaz Shop our turquoise range Shop our blue topaz range |
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Thousands of mother’s day jewellery gift ideas in store
With more than 1000 items in store, we have a gorgeous piece of jewellery to suit her style and your budget. Plus, when you shop with Desiderate you enjoy:
- easy, hassle-free returns and exchanges
- exquisite gift wrapping and packaging
- supporting a small local Australian regional business
- supporting a female-owned family business
- shopping sustainably sourced and ethically manufactured jewellery
- several buy now pay later payment options
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free standard delivery on orders over $100
And free gift with purchase for Mother’s day gift orders (beginning March 22th until stocks last) — a stunning larimar ring, valued at $150
The more you shop with us, the more generous loyalty gifts and offers you’ll receive.
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Happy shopping and Happy Mother’s Day
Janine and the Desiderate team
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