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it's nice to find gifts that are symbolic and have a certain meaning to them, which is today's theme.

i always believe in giving gifts that you want yourself, so one of my favourites is the bumblebee from Alex Monroe. for this occasion i like to call it the 'Queen Bee', also reminds us of the help that honey bees still need (i know bumblebees are not honey bees but work with me). it's quite pricey but you can always opt for the silver version.

Alex Monroe :: bumblebee

i personally have the necklace below as it reminds me of my mother, and was just able to find it through a different online site if you can't find it from stores that sell Alex Monroe jewellery.

Alex Monroe :: lace fern heart locket with birdie

another symbolic icon is a little acorn which I've found from oakfine jewellery. As they state on their website, "from little acorns mighty oaks grow", which i thought was very sweet. 

Oakfine jewellery :: richmond park necklace

and then there's simply giving your heart away. nothing fussy, just clean and casual. 

links of london :: love note pendant

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well for some, mother's day is just around the corner. for others, you've got til the end of the month so may have some more time for ideas. personally i always did breakfast in bed with a homemade card, but for those that like to give gifts i'll be sharing a few favourites for the next couple of days.

The bracelets from Monica Vinader can be found in both silver and gold with adjustable handwoven cords (various colours found online), although with the designer's initial, the 'M' can always stand for 'mom'. but what's also great is that you can engrave most of her items through her site to make it more personal.

Monica Vinader at liberty :: Cord Fiji bracelet

Monica Vinader :: Ava pendant