This special day is for all mothers - be it the mother of your baby, the mother of your true love, your own mother or even your mother's mother. It could even be you! So celebrate this special day with a treat that every mother would love. Jewelry is a favorite gift, and a memorable one, since it's not as passe as the yearly greeting card, or as bulky as a knitted shawl. Every time a mom looks in the mirror, or every time her glance falls on the jewelry you gave, she'll remember how much you cared enough to send her something so pleasing on her extra special day.
The more frugal among us might say it's a bit frivolous to include jewelry in one's gift choices, but the fact is, mother's day jewelry need not be expensive. For very young mothers, it could be a matching set of baby-safe bracelets for both mommy and baby! As the bracelets themselves are often not made of expensive material like silver or gold, they are cost-efficient as gifts, and at the same time thoughtful and heartwarming.
Mothers of grown-up children would appreciate matching jewelry too! Matching necklaces, bracelets and earrings for mom and her one and only - or one and onlies! - are great for all ages. Getting that "mom and me" look while on a fun one-day trip makes for more memorable pictures, and definitely more colorful memories. It's not just for mothers and daughters, even mothers and sons can wear matching unisex jewelry, like necklaces, bracelets and rings. And for that touch of uniqueness, have your names engraved on the items of jewelry you wear. Or, invest in individual pendants and charms that spell out your names.
One other virtue of jewelry is - it sure lasts longer than chocolates and roses! Think about it: after so many years of observing this special date with chocolates and flowers, it must have already lost a little sparkle not just for you, but for your mother as well. After all, how special can these gifts be, when it's always the same year after year - and when you can give these exact same gifts on any other occasion?
Mother's day jewelry lasts all year long. It's not just for wearing on that special date. Finding jewelry she could wear everyday is perhaps one of the best gifts a woman can receive, and what is a mother but one of the most important women in your life? If you've got your heart set on getting her a gift that she will remember, look for jewelry that bring out the color of her eyes, or match her favorite shirt or blouse. This would prove that you notice and appreciate her pleasant demeanor, as well as the little everyday things she does for you. It's one way of saying "Thank you, Mom, and I love you!"
Mothers Day Jewelry Gifts
Of the 84.2 percent of consumers celebrating Mother's Day with or tin cup pearl necklaces, the majority will invest in one major gift for mom, instead of several smaller gifts, according to a National Retail Federation survey. This is largely apparent in the pearls jewelry category: while the percentage of those buying jewelry decreased from last year, those planning on buying mom something shiny will spend a total of $2.7 billion, compared to $2.1 billion last year.
Overall, consumers will spend an average of $138.63 this year for Mother's Day, compared to $139.14 last year, according to NRF's 2008 Mother's Day Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey, conducted by BIGresearch. Total consumer spending is expected to reach $15.8 billion.
'Mom has been saying for decades that it's the thought that counts on Mother's Day, and this year, kids might actually be listening,' said Tracy Mullin, NRF president and chief executive officer. ' suppliers will offer specials on popular items such as digital cameras and gardening tools to make it easy for those who want to surprise mom with a gift.'
When it comes to popular gifts, consumers will shell out nearly $3 billion on a special dinner or brunch, $1.2 billion on consumer electronics like digital cameras, digital photo frames and video cameras, $2 billion on flowers, $1.4 on clothing and accessories and $1.1 billion on personal service gifts like a trip to a favorite spa or salon, NRF says. Shoppers will also spend $1.6 billion on gift cards/gift certificates, $696 million on housewares and gardening tools and $672 million on greeting cards.
The majority of consumers shopping for Mother's Day gifts will head to specialty stores of , discount stores (25.7 percent) and department stores (28.8 percent). Others will shop at specialty clothing stores (6.6 percent), online (18.3 percent) and through catalogs (3.4 percent).
Young adults aged 18-24, many of whom have wives, mothers, grandmothers, and sisters, will spend the most at an average of $170.71. The 25-34 year-old age group will spend an average of $153.17, followed by 35-44 year-olds who will spend an average of $145.86, according to the survey.
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