It’s been one heck of a year, but no one has held it down quite like your mom. Whether it was conversation, a care package or words of wisdom, she was there, more than likely keeping you sane. This May, for those who were planning on saying thank you in the universal language of gift-giving, do it with something more unique to Calgary – that might also help a local company. Here are 13 places in Calgary where you’ll find the perfect Mother’s Day gift.
LOUGHEED HOUSE
This Mother’s Day it will be even harder than those before to take Mom out for brunch, lunch, dinner or tea. Instead, bring the eats to her with High Tea from the Lougheed House! Not only does this experience include finger foods, desserts, and sips from Chef Judy Wood, it will include a virtual Q and A with Jimmy-Lee Vennard, a professional estate butler – who will lead a high society gossip sesh.
Where: Online here
Instagram: @LougheedHouse
BLOOM BODY CO
Soaps, lotions, bubble baths, and more! At Bloom Body Co you’ll find a ton of incredibly Mom-friendly gifts, all for incredible prices! Can’t decide on just one or two products? They also have pre-made boxes – all of which are practically made for occasions like this one!
Where: Online here
Instagram: @BloomBodyCo
MEADOW AND VINE
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No gift says ‘Mother’s Day’ quite like a bouquet of flowers. This year, instead of just going to your local grocery store, why not support local! Meadow and Vine is a Calgary favorite among plant enthusiasts and it’s pretty clear why. Their arrangements are beautiful, chic, and in season. Check them out!
Where: Online here
Instagram: @MeadowAndVineStudio
Pretty Sweet Bakeshop
Does your Mom have a sweet tooth? Why not get her a box of something tasty from Pretty Sweet. From donuts, cakes, and cookies their desserts are as beautiful as they are delish. Place a custom order or check their website for some of the prettiest goodies in Calgary’s southeast.
Where: 536 42 Avenue SE, Calgary
Instagram: @PrettySweetYYC
THE PRAIRIE BAZAAR
Get a gift just as unique as your Mom at Calgary’s Prairie Bazaar, an adorable little shop with a big personality. Located in the basement of the Tigerstedt Market, this PB is known for carrying beautiful vintage jewelry, clothing, home goods, and more!
Where:918 Centre St N, Calgary
Instagram: @PrairieBazaar
SWEET AS CANDY
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Though their products look good enough to eat, we would advise keeping them out of your mouth and instead, putting them in the bath as directed. From bath bombs and soaps, to bubbles and salts, everything at Sweet As Candy is bright, colorful, and guaranteed to put a smile on Mom’s face this May.
Where: Online here
Instagram: @SweetAsCandyBath
TISH JEWELRY
At Calgary’s Tish Jewelry everything is pretty, simple, elegant, and will honestly go well with practically every outfit, making it the perfect place to get a gift for your Mom! Their quality is top-notch AND you can browse knowing that you’re supporting a female-owned business.
Where: Online here
Instagram: @TishJewelry
THE SERIES BY COURT
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Looking for something beautiful, original, and on for Mom this May? Check out The Series by Court, an incredibly Insta-friendly, modern flower service that only sells what’s in season and in style – because she’s not a regular Mom, she’s a cool Mom.
Where: Online above
Instagram: @TheSeriesByCourt
COUTUKITSCH
Calgary’s Coutukitch has a ton of super trendy handcrafted earrings, necklaces, rings, and charms MADE for gift giving… whether that gift is for your Mom or your Mom… and yourself. Looking for something extra special this year? Check out their custom-made pieces!
Where: Online here
Instagram: @Coutukitsch
COCOCO
Everyone loves chocolate. For this reason, it’s a fail-safe gift! This year, pop into Cococo for something extra special! From their chocolate heart boxes, filled with bonbons, to their assorted goodies, you’re guaranteed to find something just as sweet as she is.
Where: See locations here
Instagram: @Cococo_Chocolates
BLOOMSCO
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Can’t settle on one gift? Why not get them all! At Blooms Co. Calgary, get Mom a flower arrangement or a box of specially curated goodies, each with a different ‘vibe.’ Choose from their self-care box, pamper, Monday mood, or Sunday brunch box (just to name a few) each of which comes with a variety of products curated by local companies.
Where: Online here
Instagram: @Bloomscoyyc
THE HYATT
This year, give the gift of relaxation – because let’s be real, after the year we’ve just had, that’s probably what your Mom really wants. With the Hyatt’s Spa and Stay package, not only will you be giving her a 60-minute massage you’ll also be giving her an overnight stay, grab-and-go breakfast, and exclusive access to their hotel whirlpool. Sounds like a pretty great gift, if you ask us!
Where: 700 Centre Street SE, Calgary
Instagram: @HyattCalgary
ALBERTA FOOD TOURS
Breakfast in bed? Name one person who doesn’t LOVE pancakes and pillows? This Mother’s Day, order your special lady one of their care packages, filled corner to corner with Alberta-made products and goodies.
Where: Online here
Instagram: @AlbertaFoodTours
There you have it, friends! 13 places in Calgary where you’ll find the perfect gift this Mother’s Day. Happy Shopping, YYC!
