If you just realized that Mother’s Day is this weekend or you’ve procrastinated on gift-buying, it’s not too late. Here are a handful of last-minute picks from Chicago shops.
In the bag
These faux leather bags from Big Buddha give Mom plenty of space to store goodies — with a burst of color to boot. $90. Fixture, 2108 W. Roscoe St. 773-244-3100; shopfixture.com
Sweet!
Packing bon bon Chicago chocolates into a white-chocolate box may not be necessary, but it is awesomely decadent. $25. bon bon Chicago, 5410 N. Clark St. 773-784-9882; bonbonchicago.com
Sweat it out
For sporty moms, this Joseph short sweat jacket is perfect for working out or hanging out. $125. Panache, 2252 N. Clark St. 773-477-4537; panachechicago.com
Mother of pearls
Designer Deana Rose perks up the traditional pearl necklace with a mix of multi-colored fresh-water pearls and Australian crystals. $50. Hazel, 1902 W. Montrose Ave.; 921 S. Loomis St. 773-769-2227 or 312-733-2227; hazelchicago.com
Classy glass
Even after this tuberose and jasmine scented Nougat London Eau de Parfume runs out, your mom will have a handmade glass bottle to remember how thoughtful you were. $74. Florodora, 330 S. Dearborn St. 312-212-8860; florodora.com
Pamper her
You’ve caused mom plenty of stress over the years. Give her some well-deserved pampering with the Take Care of Me gift set from Abbey Brown. $35. Abbey Brown Soap Artisan, 1162 W. Grand Ave. 312-738-2290; abbeybrown.com
