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The ultimate gift guide of what to get your mum for Christmas


There’s so much to choose from (Picture: NotOnTheHighStreet/John Lewis/Very/Debenhams/Hotel Chocolate/Jo Malone)

Christmas is just three weeks away, so if you haven’t bought all of your gifts yet, it’s time to get started.

The pressure of finding the perfect present for a loved one can be stress-inducing – especially when it’s someone you really care about, like your mum.

Should you get something she wants, something she needs or go for a nostalgic, personalised gift?

To help you navigate through the holiday shopping hell, here is our ultimate gift guide of products that are both affordable and will make your mum smile.

Hotel Chocolat hamper

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If your mum has a sweet tooth and you have some money to splurge, go for this luxury hamper full of treats from Hotel Chocolate.

The contents guarantee a delicious sugar coma with champagne truffles, strawberries and cream puddles and a raspberry chocolate bar, as well as two milk chocolate hearts (representing your love, of course). It also features fragrant hand cream with cacao, shea and wild honey, and a 200ml bottle of prosecco.

Here’s the best part: you don’t even need to wrap the gift, it comes complete in a cute black box with a white ribbon.

The hamper costs £60 and you can include a personalised message card for free when you order it online.

Clinique perfume set

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Perfume sets are classic holiday gifts, mostly because they’re always a hit.

The trick is to choose a fragrance that isn’t too strong and has notes that most people tend to like, like citrus or flower-based scents.

Clinique’s ‘Wear It And Be Happy’ set features a perfume in two sizes (50ml and 10ml) that smells of grapefruit and bergamot, as well as  ‘Hawaiian wedding flower and spring mimosa’ (and who doesn’t love a mimosa). There’s also a 75ml body cream included.

It’s currently on sale for £37.40, so you could save yourself £6.

NotOnTheHighStreet photo album

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Fancy a bit of a project? NotOnTheHighStreet is selling an adorable photo album by Martha Brook.

Aptly titled ‘Moments with mummy’, it comes in six colours and you can add a personalised message to be embossed on the front cover.

The product is handmade in west London and contains 25 sheets of paper. Plus, it’s eco-friendly.

It’s currently available at £32, with the option of getting it gift-wrapped for an additional fee.

V by Very mule slippers

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Get your mum something to keep her feat warm – just in case the Beast from the East decides to return again.

V by Very is currently offering suede sheepskin mule slippers for just £22, available in three sizes (S, M, L) and colours, including grey, chestnut and burgundy.

Spend a grand total of £25 and you’ll also get free delivery. Basically, it’s an excuse to get yourself a pair, too.

Jo Malone set

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We know what you’re thinking: Jo Malone scents are expensive, but this is actually one of the cheaper choices in this year’s guide.

The cracker features classic notes, including English Pear and Freesia Cologne (9ml), Blackberry and Bay Body and Hand Wash (15ml) and Basil and Neroli Body Crème (15ml).

Sure, the product sizes are quite small, but if your mum prefers quality over quantity, it’s an ideal gift at £32.

Virgin spa retreat and afternoon tea

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Why not share a day out with your mum?

Virgin Experiences is selling a special day package that can be redeemed at four sites across the country, and includes afternoon tea for two and access to the spa.

Munch on finger sandwiches and fresh scones, before indulging in a much-needed sauna and steam, all for £39.

M&S robe

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No gift guide for mums is complete without an option from M&S.

This festive robe is from the Rosie for Autograph collection; it’s made from polyester but features satin and lace trimmings, which elevates the style.

Just make sure your mum doesn’t sit close to an open fire, as the gown is flammable.

It’s sold at a pretty decent price of £35, with the option to get it delivered. Alternatively, you can collect it in your nearest M&S store for free.

John Lewis cape

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If your mum isn’t a robe kind of woman, this Cashmink Diagonal Colour Block Cape from John Lewis is an excellent alternative.

Just don’t be fooled by the name, there’s no cashmere in it – the cape is made from 100% acrylic.

At £52, it’s one of the more expensive gifts in our guide, but it’s just so festive we couldn’t resist.

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