Sopheak Seng is fashion and beauty editor of Lucire. Lola Cristall is Paris editor of Lucire.

Inspirations for Mum

Still searching for those last-minute gifts for Mothers’ Day? Look no further, says Sopheak Seng

The Mint Republic Boh Runga Feather Kiss stud in Rose Gold, RRP NZ$289
Give Mum a kiss that stands the test of time this Mother’s Day, with a pair of Boh Runga’s Feather Kiss studs in luxe Rose Gold—you’ll definitely earn some brownie points for this one!

Smashbox Shapematters Palette, RRP NZ$170
This portable palette will be Mum’s go-to for sculpting killer cheekbones, perfecting the nose, creating an arched brow and enhancing eyes with a stroke of sultry colour and richly pigmented liner. This new three-in-one palette also includes high-tech interactive cards, which can be placed on a phone to instantly identify the eye, face and brow shape.

MOR Flirtatious Florals gift pack, RRP NZ$59·99 (at top)
Let the mesmerizing scent of marshmallow gloriously rapture, with a hydrating hand and body wash, moisturizing Hand & Body Milk and captivating eau de parfum, encased in a beautiful floral limited-edition cosmetic bag.

Gucci Dionysus shoulder bag, NZ$3,855 (may fluctuate due to exchange rates)
from Net-à-Porter
Perfect for the fashion-forward Mum, the new Gucci is all about romance and beauty, the epitome of any mother.


The Body Shop British Rose palette, RRP NZ$59·50
Not only are these shades perfect for a variety of skin tones, there’s a rosy scent to the six eye-shadow and two cheek blush colours. Think roses and smoky looks, as well as roses sourced from Herefordshire by the Body Shop, grown without the use of chemicals.

Acorelle extraits d’émotion
Acorelle, the modern French fragrance house founded in 2005, has released its new extraits d’émotion, fragrances that have been certified by Ecocert and NSF as all-natural and organic. Master perfumer Philippe Collet and aromatherapist Patty Canac have created three collections in the new line, Energizing (Tea Garden, Pure Patchouli and Land of Cedar), Balancing (Silken Rose, Absolu Tiare, and Vanilla Blossom), and Soothing (Divine Orchid, Citrus Infusion and Lotus Dream). They are available as eaux de parfum, eaux fraîches, and a roll-on. •

Lola Cristall contributed to this story.