She was always there for you. She picked you up when you were down. She was your one-woman cheering squad in every endeavor. She believed in you more than anyone else.
For some of you, she wasn’t even biologically related to you. She might have been a stepmother, an aunt, a teacher — any woman who cared about you.
Either way, she loved you more than anything, and she taught you everything she knew: how to cook, how to accessorize, how to love — she taught you how to be a woman.
She’s a pearl of a woman, and a pearl of a mother. And a pearl of a mother deserves some mother-of-pearl.
David Yurman Small Mother-of-Pearl Necklace, $950 at neimanmarcus.com.
This beautiful mother-of-pearl heart is a beautiful symbol of your love for the woman who gave you so much motherly love. Whether she’s traditional, elegant, cool, or just like a mom to you, she’s sure to love this gift.
When you were young, everyone wanted to come and hang out at your house.
“Dude, your mom’s so cool,” all your friends would say.
She didn’t try to eavesdrop when you were whispering about boys. She didn’t embarrass you by interrupting with milk and cookies just when you were about to tell all the girls about your huge crush on your lab partner.
She didn’t tell you to turn down that racket when you were listening to the radio. In fact, you could talk to her about the music you liked because she liked it, too.
She didn’t own a single pair of Mom Jeans (and, by the way, she’d think this link was totally hilarious). All of your friends were jealous because you could raid your mom’s closet and always find something great to wear. And she never yelled at you for spilling dip on whatever you borrowed, either.
She was your mom, but she was also your best friend.
She’s the Cool Mom and she always gave you the freedom to just be you.
Alex & Ani Expandable Bangle Set, $300 at saks.com.
This expandable bangle set will show her that you love her. It’ll show her how lucky you feel to be her daughter. And it’ll reflect her ultra-hip fashion sense, too.
Because, hey, a mom that totally gets you? That’s about as cool as it gets.
When you were young, you loved watching her get ready for parties — putting on her makeup, putting on her jewelry, putting on her glamorous dresses.
She was always impeccably dressed. Impeccably made up. And impeccably accessorized.
She let you try on her jewelry and sometimes even let you put on some of her lipstick. You wanted to grow up to look as put-together as she always was.
But her love of fashion never could compare with her love for you. She loved dressing up for parties, but she loved listening you more. She always had obligations, but none of them was as important to her as her obligation to listen to your hopes, dreams, disappointments, and secrets.
She’s the Elegant Mom, and she’s everything you ever wanted to be.
Cathy Waterman Platinum and Diamond Listen Ring, $5,770 at barneys.com.
This Mother’s Day, show her that you appreciated all the times that she provided you an elegant shoulder to cry on. She didn’t just look like a model — she also modeled for you how to be a good listener.
What a beautiful way to tell your mother: “I hear ya!”
When you were growing up, she’d always have an after-school snack waiting for you when you came home.
She baked cookies from scratch and let you lick the spoon when she was done mixing them up.
She kissed your boo-boos and owies to make them better. She embarrassed you by showing your baby pictures to your first boyfriend. She comforted you when you broke up with him. And she couldn’t help crying when you left for college.
She’s the Traditional Mom, and she loved all of the macaroni art and fridge drawings you ever gave her for Mother’s Day.
But not as much as she’ll love this beautiful Tiffany locket.
Tiffany & Co. Mom Heart Locket and Chain, $325 ($275 for the locket and $50 for the chain) at tiffany.com.
This Mother’s Day, show her that she’ll always be in your heart. And put a picture of yourself in there so that she can always keep you close.
And make it a baby picture because, deep down, you know that you’ll always be her baby.
Mother’s Day is coming up this Sunday, and we here at WooMeOver can’t wait to celebrate the women in our lives who have nurtured us, cared for us, and loved us unconditionally all our lives.
I can’t think of a more appropriate music video for this occasion than Boyz II Men’s “A Song for Mama.” In it, they celebrate mothers for always being there for us and loving us. They sometimes grounded us, but they always kept us grounded.
To kick off a week of Mother’s Day gift suggestions, show her how much you love her for always being your anchor in stormy times.
Ugo Cacciatori Anchor Earrings, $248.16 at lindestore.com.
Ugo Cacciatori is better known for edgy rocker jewelry than for Mom-approved baubles, but he’s found a fine middle ground with these anchor earrings. The look here is refined, but the strength of the design shines through.
These anchors are beautiful, but also immovable — just like a mother’s love.
I know that, for a lot of you, this conjures up images of bunnies and Easter eggs and chocolates, but for me, it conjures up memories of getting dressed in my very best clothes to go to church.
Well, Olivia still attends church regularly, and still enjoys dolling herself up to look better than her Sunday best on Easter Sunday.
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Infinity Cross Pendant, $225 at tiffany.com.
So how beautiful and appropriate a piece is this Infinity Cross by Elsa Peretti? Crafted from a single piece of metal, it’s a great way to show the world what I believe, and to show the world that I’ll believe it forever.
But I love that the shape is subtle; it’s not shoving my beliefs in your face. It would be just as appropriate at a cocktail party as it would be in the front row at church on Sunday.
So when Easter comes, I know I’ll be ready for church. And for Easter brunch. And for dinner with the family. And for hanging out with friends…
Sundown yesterday marked the start of this year’s Passover festivities.
Passover is a Jewish holiday; a holy remembrance of how Jehovah God liberated the Hebrew people from slavery in Egypt.
In the Torah, God commands the nation of Israel to keep this festival as a memorial of what He had done for them forever.
Well, these days, you can show your faith by keeping the traditions of this holiday and by wearing your faith — not on your sleeve, but around your neck.
David Yurman gives new meaning to the Star of “David” with his design featuring this universally recognized symbol of Jewish identity and faith.
Made from sterling silver with an 18K yellow gold finding, this beautiful piece would make a wonderful heirloom to pass down from generation to generation.
Happy Singles Awareness Day. That’s S.A.D., for those of you not in the know.
That’s right, for those of us who are single on February 14th, it’s not the happy, lovey-dovey holiday that it might be for those of you who are expecting something sparkly from someone you love (or at least someone who loves you).
Many of us single ladies have nothing planned for Saturday except for an evening in with some microwave popcorn and deep, philosophical questions like: “What’s Bridget Jones got that I don’t?” or “Wherefore art MY Romeo??”
But fear not, my stalwart, single sisters! Remember the eternal words of some of our generation’s greatest thinkers:
“Question: Tell me what you think about me
I buy my own diamonds and I buy my own rings.…
Rock I’m rockin’, I bought it…
‘cause I depend on me.”
– Destiny’s Child, Independent Woman, Part I
And now that I’ve put you in the mood, here are my fave five pieces for the single lady who doesn’t need a man to feel like a human being on Valentine’s Day.
1. You Give Love a Bad Name
“Shot through the heart
And you’re to blame
You give love
A bad name.”
– Bon Jovi, You Give Love a Bad Name
fettY Shot Through the Heart Necklace, $685 at barneys.com.
I’m sorry; I don’t know why I’ve been so inspired by music lately. But this necklace by fettY might remind some of you that it’s better to be single than to be with a player.
2. Put a Ring on It
“If you like it then you shoulda put a ring on it.”
– Beyoncé, Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)
M² Design by Mary Margrill Women’s Amethyst “Love” Ring, $250 at bloomingdales.com.
Show yourself a little love on Valentine’s day by putting a ring on it. This M² by Mary Margrill ring will be a constant reminder that no matter who comes in and out of your life, love will always be with you.
3. The Power of Positive Thinking
“Might as well face it
You’re addicted to love.”
– Robert Palmer, Addicted to Love
Alex and Ani Love and Luck Bangle Set, $178 at saks.com.
Might as well face it; most of us swingin’ singles wish we were luckier in love. Well, these bangles by Alex and Ani are the perfect good-luck charm for the single lady on the hunt.
4. The Missing Link
“Two of hearts
Two hearts that beat as one
I need you, I need you!”
– Stacey Q, Two of Hearts
Show the world what you’re looking for with these David Yurman link earrings: you’re looking to make a connection with someone special! These earrings will help you to look your best so that that someone special doesn’t pass you by.
5. The Greatest Love of All
“Learning to love yourself:
It is the greatest love of all.”
– Whitney Houston, The Greatest Love of All
Tiffany & Co. Kunzite and Diamond Bow Brooch in Platinum, $74,500 at tiffany.com.
Valentine’s Day is supposed to be the day that you give a special gift to the one you love most. If that person happens to be YOU, then don’t pull any punches — gift yourself right! This exquisite kunzite brooch comes pre-wrapped with a pavé diamond and platinum bow.
Being single can be fabulous! So put away that pint of Ben & Jerry’s and get blinged out. Show your single self that you deserve nothing but the best. Make Beyoncé proud.
This Pepsi commercial has me wondering: what is love?
Well, in light of the fact that Valentine’s Day is coming up, I had to conclude that true bliss is having someone’s love locked down. Kanye West knows what I’m talking about.
This year, show the object of your affection what love is with this boldly simple Philip Crangi Heart Lock Necklace. Remind them that they hold the key to your heart. They’ve got your love locked down.
Philip Crangi Heart Lock Necklace, $1,225 at barneys.com.
And don’t forget to remind them: “Baby, don’t hurt me!”
January 1st marks the beginning of a new year and the end of the holiday season.
It also ushers in the time for New Year’s Resolutions. Losing weight is always a popular resolution, especially after so much holiday feasting. Well, this New Year, maybe jewelry and the healing power of gemstones can give you a little extra help.
Amazon.com jewelry vendor Seeds of Light creates jewelry that utilizes the energy of gemstones to help you achieve your resolution.
Dream Seeds by Seeds of Light Weight Loss Amulet, $20 at amazon.com.
In this Dream Seeds weight loss amulet by Seeds of Light, sodalite regulates metabolism and aids digestion. Amethyst heals food and substance addictions. Obsidian fights cravings and shields you from negative energy. Tourmaline encourages energy flow – very helpful when exercising. Last, but not least, clear quartz activates and focuses positive energy, and ushers out negativity.
Keep in mind that another popular New Year’s Resolution is to be more open-minded, and I think we have a winner in this weight-loss amulet. Just because chunky jewelry is in doesn’t mean that your body has to follow suit!
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