(Clockwise from top left: Courtesy of Alexis Bittar, Taylor Smalls, Bloom Gallery, Change Cadet, Heath Ceramics, Parker Thatch, and Redmint)
16 Local Mother’s Day Gifts That Check All the Boxes
01 May 2024
For the love of god mom, give her something she’ll adore.
We’ve made it easy with our roundup of some of the best gifts from Bay Area brands, artisans, and stores. Just follow our lead and you're sure to be Mom’s favorite well into fall.
Happy Mother’s Day to all, including pet and plant mamas!
Exclusive Specials on Special Presents
(Clockwise from top left: Courtesy of Bamboo Spa, Alexis Bittar, Bloom Gallery, and Heath Ceramics)
This month, 7x7 Social Club members get access to special deals just right for Mother's Day gifting. When you join the club, you'll get Mom a complimentary manicure ($40 value) with a 90-minute custom blend massage at Cow Hollow's Bamboo Spa; 25 percent off regular price jewelry at Alexis Bittar on Fillmore Street; 20 percent off beauties at Heath Ceramics; and 15 percent off fresh bouquets from Bloom Gallery in SoMa. // Join now at 7x7.com/social-club.
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Golden Poppies
(Courtesy of Goldstories)
Inspired by sweet little hands picking wildflowers, this timeless Mini Flora Sagrada pendant ($615) is handcrafted of recycled 14-karat gold in San Francisco. The new collaboration between Goldstories Jewelry and fine artist Dev Heyrana will charm the necks off all types of mamas. Plus, 10 percent of sales of each poppy pendant goes to Oakland-based nonprofit Help a Mother Out. // Shop online at goldstoriesjewelry.com.
▲Sealed With a Kiss
(Courtesy of Vedi Beauty)
Available in six richly pigmented shades, Vedi Beauty’s just launched lip creme ($28) focuses on skin-nourishing ingredients that are super hydrating and satiny. Not sure which lippie would best suit Mom's coloring? Namaste, a soft mauve, is the most universally flattering, according to founder Nikita Magan. // Shop online at vedibeauty.com.
▲Shopping Trip!
(Courtesy of Alameda Vintage Fashion Faire)
Local vintage lovers look forward to Alameda's annual Vintage Fashion Faire, which is back this month (May 24-25) in a new venue. If combing through racks of silk kimonos, disco jumpsuits, and '50s furs from more than 85 vendors makes Mom shiver with glee, then bring her along with buy-one-get-one-free tickets when you join 7x7 Social Club. Members will even score a cute, commemorative tote bag. // Join now at 7x7.com/social-club.
▲Cloche Call
(Courtesy of Lan Jaenicke)
The silhouette of designer Lan Jaenicke’s reversible silk organza Ribbon cloche ($395) is simple and clean yet so wonderfully distinctive. Black on one side, printed on the other (courtesy of local artist James Buckhouse), this stunner is way chicer than a baseball cap—and just as functional. Hats (made to order) are crafted of 100 percent silk organza. // Shop in store at 431 Jackson St. (Jackson Square) and online at lanjaenicke.com.
▲Through it All
(Courtesy of Taylor Smalls)
Throughline ($75) celebrates an eclectic group of black women artists, creatives, activists and entrepreneurs who are part of the Oakland community. It’s impossible not to be inspired by the book that beautifully captures the energy, color, and power of the multidisciplinary art show, which took place last winter. Beware: Taylor Small’s moving portraiture may just elicit tears. // Shop online at taylorsmalls.com.
▲Rejuvenation in a Jar
(Courtesy of Redmint)
Redmint’s Pearl Renewal facial cream ($128) take its cues from ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine. The goal is to minimize fine lines, improve elasticity and plump skin. All this is achieved thanks to unique ingredients including pearl powder (a potent anti-aging and brightening agent), goji berry (the “red diamond” of herbs) and rice water, which promotes firmness. // Shop online at shopredmint.com.
▲Amazingness
(Courtesy of Dr. Akilah Cadet)
How to show all the motherly types in your life that you think they’re amazing? Present them with this cotton-blend Keep Being Amazing sweatshirt ($65). It’s a cozy reminder that no matter what’s going on, she will persevere. Proceeds support Oakland-based Dr. Akilah Cadet's anti-racism educational efforts. // Shop online at changecadet.com.
▲Skincare Forever
(Courtesy of Iris + Romeo)
It’s called Weekend Skin ($50), but Iris + Romeo’s unicorn product doesn't play favorites when it comes to days of the week. The lightweight cream combines vitamin C, mineral SPF (no white cast!) and soothing zinc for a dewy glow. Bonus: The universal shade works for most skin tones. No doubt, Mom’s face will brighten every time she applies it —and thinks of you. // Shop online at irisandromeo.com.
▲Good Lookin' Cookin'
(Courtesy of Meyer Cookware)
Food nerds, culinary artists, and passionate home cooks will be smacking their lips when they unwrap the Essential Set ($200) from Meyer Cookware. The high-quality compact set is a mix of stainless and nonstick pans and pots with universal lids. Best part: Mom will be thrilled next time you ask, “What’s for dinner?” // Shop online at us.meyer.com.
▲Fruit Scootin' Boogie
(Courtesy of Fruit Face)
What makes a perfect Mother’s Day gift and serves as an antidote to the f*d doom-loop narrative plaguing our fair city? This cool vintage-inspired SF Rodeo Tote ($26), of course. Cult fave brand Fruit Face, adored for its playful baby tees, makes a mean canvas bag ideal for errand-running, park picnicking, and SF cheerleading. //Shop online at fruitfacesf.com.
▲She'll Get a Kick
(Courtesy of Rothy's)
We fully support moms getting high on May 12th…with Rothy's new lightweight wedge sandal ($179). After all, Mother’s Day is also the official start of flaunt-your-pedi season. The SF brand's first foray into non-flats is stylish, comfy, and machine washable. The wedge comes in three neutral shades including, our favorite, cardamom (pictured here). // Shop online at rothys.com.
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