Mother’s Day Gifts Sure to Make Her Smile

Fresh picks ranging from local chocolate to jewelry to self-care staples.

By Deborah P. Carter | | April 28, 2023 | Appears in the May 2023 issue

Woman holds tote from Bar 32 in Atlantic City. The bag contains three house-made chocolate bars and a bottle of wine.

All photos courtesy of the manufacturers

BAG OF BLISS: Three house-made chocolate bars from Atlantic City’s fave dessert spot, Bar 32, made of Tanzanian cacao for smooth, rich flavor, are paired with a choice of red or rosé wine and presented in a handy tote; $35 at bar32chocolate.com.

TO DREAM: This padded silk sleep mask completely blocks out light for solid sleep; $79 at drowsysleepco.com.

SCULPTURAL STATEMENT: Artistically rendered spindle candle in 50/50 blend of beeswax and soy wax; $38 at 54celsius.com.

QUEEN EVERY DAY: A royal welcome mat in sturdy coir will serve as a happy reminder every time she comes home; $59.99 at wayfair.com.

TAKE WING: Diamond butterfly ring from Suzanne Kalan in 18K rose gold with .58 total carats of baguette and pave diamonds; $3,900 at londonjewelers.com.

A COLORFUL CARRYALL: Expedition Subsahara Sokhna woven basket made in Senegal; $69 at nordstrom.com.