A Gift Guide for Moms

Mother's Day is just around the corner and we’re taking a look at where you can get the best local gifts for moms.

Flowers have the power to brighten up anyone's day and spread joy with their vibrant colors and sweet scents. Mother's Day is the perfect time to show your loved ones how much you care with a bouquet of their favorite blooms. Here in the western suburbs, plenty of top-notch flower shops offer beautiful arrangements and gifts to suit every taste.

Careful Peach Boutique 

Careful Peach Boutique was planted in 2007 by Karen Morava, a passionate and creative artist with a love of all things French. 

In addition to incredible apparel, like shirts and sweaters, pajamas and loungewear, scarves and wraps, and even purses and handbags, you’ll also find a unique selection of brands of:

• apothecary luxuries 

• handmade jewelry

• accessories 

• table linens 

• fine tabletop pieces

• stationery 

• gourmet foods 

• cooking accessories

• home decor 

• and oh so much more

With a mixture of vintage and new pieces, Karen seeks out unique European and American products that exude sophistication and whimsy, while maintaining high quality and high standards. Eco-friendliness and social consciousness are integral parts of who they are.

Jayne 

Jayne brings an ageless shopping adventure, featuring clothing, footwear, and accessories, to brick and mortar locations throughout the Chicagoland area with a location in Oak Park. 

Their brand aims to outfit women of all generations who are unstoppable, authentic, and beautifully themselves. They live by their trademark “An Ageless Adventure”. 

They were born through their namesake, their founder’s grandmother, Jayne. Grandma Jayne had her own incredible sense of style that has inspired everything you see today. 

We’re sure you’ll find something here that mom will love.

Filoni Wear 

Filoni was established in Union Pier Michigan in 1987. For over 30 years, they have been inspiring women of all shapes and sizes to dress their best selves.

Here, you’ll find a stunning and unique collection of tops, bottoms, jackets, jewelry, and other accessories — perfect for a gift or a holiday party. 

And they make shopping easy with their online storefront. The only hard part is choosing what you like best! 

Lively Athletics

Lively Athletics is a local activewear and apparel shop that is invested in the Oak Park community. 

In addition to providing high-quality apparel — from tops and bottoms, to loungewear and outerwear, and even dresses, rompers, and jumpsuits — the owners also believe in giving back to the community they live in and love so dearly. 

Take a look at everything they have to offer.

Cleo Boutique

Cleo Boutique in downtown La Grange is a local fashion boutique featuring women’s clothing and accessories. 

From tops and sweaters to bottoms and boots, they have it all. You’ll even find a selection of gorgeous bags that make the perfect Mother's Day present for mom. 

Not sure what to buy? You can also get a gift certificate so she can pick out exactly what she wants! It’s a win-win for everyone. 

Vintage Charm La Grange

Vintage Charm in La Grange is like walking into a store right out of the pages of a magazine. This aesthetic dream is a fashion & home boutique that offers a curated selection of women’s clothing, accessories, and jewelry. 

From cocktail dresses to stunning blouses, there’s something every mom can enjoy, and even wear to the next holiday party. 

They also sell home decor and vintage finds, to add a little extra holly jolly to your gift.

Dima Jewelry

Dima Jewelry creates modern jewelry with a focus on timeless designs, local production, and responsibly sourced material. Her Mother's Day collection is truly beautiful. What better way to show your appreciation for the amazing mother figure in your life than with the perfect piece of jewelry handmade by a local designer and mama?

G Blando Jewelers

If you’re looking for a trusted name in jewelers, look no further than G Blando Jewelers. Beloved in the Chicagoland area since 1912, they are a third generation, family owned full service jeweler located in Brookfield.

From engagement and anniversary rings to earrings and bracelets, their team partners with customers to bring their jewelry visions to life. 

They are currently open for business during normal business hours by appointment only.

Gem Jewelry Boutique

Founded in 2004 as the original 'Jewelry Boutique' Gem has become a destination for handmade fine jewelry by independent designers + many one of a kind pieces made in house. The boutique in Oak Park offers Bonded by Gem Permanent Bracelets and is on the same block as their brand new home store (Gem Home) with an assortment of vintage & new home decor, art, apothecary and more.

Linnea Jewelers

At Linnea, custom-made jewelry is made right! Whether you are looking to design a custom-made piece, repair a family heirloom, replace a watch battery, or receive an appraisal for your gems, you are in the right place.

This is one of the few traditional jewelers left in the Chicago area, and you’ll realize that the moment you walk through the welcoming doors where, in the back, skilled jewelers are at work inside the in-house studio.

Oak Park Jewelers

A family owned business, Oak Park Jewelers offer the very best in fine jewelry serving the Oak Park and Chicagoland areas.  

They pride themselves in providing quality fine jewelry, excellent customer service, and expert craftsmanship on every piece. Their goal is to offer personal attention to each customer in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. 

Their jewelers understand that jewelry is a very personal gift, especially for custom made pieces. Their knowledge and attentiveness has earned their business a reputation for quality, trust, integrity, and value.

Bead in Hand

Bead in Hand opened in 1993 at its current location before the Oak Park Arts District existed. 

A regular customer to the original owners since 1996, part-time employee in 2005, and store manager in 2010 — Kim Humphrey officially became the new owner in March, 2012.   

Her goal was to keep the basics that make the shop so special — the friendly and helpful staff and the amazing variety of beads and supplies.

At Bead in Hand, you can find an extraordinary selection of beads and beading supplies — perfect for the creative mom that loves unique gifts.

ViaClay

Join us on May 13th and 14th for ViaClay's first pottery sale of the year to celebrate Mother's Day. The sale will be open from 10am to 3pm both days. Come see what's been made in the last 5 months at the shop and give the gift of gorgeous handmade pottery this Mother's Day.

Laura Atwood Studio Beads & Trading Co. 

Laure Atwood Studio Beads & Trading Co. in Brookfield is a one of a kind store located on Broadway in Brookfield. 

And although their name is right, they do sell beads, it is so much more than a bead store. 

In addition to over 210 colors of Toho Seed Beads, you’ll also find leather goods, stringing supplies, jewelry tools, and gorgeous one of a kind crystals. 

Plus, they’ve got handmade items from around the world, including clothing, handbags, incense, bath and body products, essential oils, and even fossils. 

Their space is open to the general public, and also available for birthday parties, bachelorette parties, or any kind of party really!

The Darling Shop

At The Darling Shop in La Grange, you’ll find carefully curated cuteness around every corner. This girl owned gift shop has unique gifts for all of the darlings in your life — including women, men, teens, and children. 

From adorable cards and unique necklaces to funky cups and printed tees, there’s a never ending array of color and aesthetics. 

Veni Vidi Val

Veni Vidi Val is a joy for everyone who walks through the doors. This warm and welcoming boutique in downtown La Grange specializes in helping you find your personal style — for you and your home. 

They carry the latest in fashion, while ensuring their clothes are comfortable, stylish, and offer unique details. And also offer a variety of handpicked accessories — like jewelry and scarves — to compliment your outfit. 

They also carry a wide range of gifts and home items such as unique artwork, pottery, soaps, lotions, kitchen gadgets, and greeting cards. 

So you’re sure to find something mom will like! 

Anfora Wine Merchants

Located in downtown Oak Park’s Pleasant District, Anfora Wine Merchants is an Italian-centric boutique wine shop. Not only do they sell wine, but they also love to educate you about it, so you can become the sommelier of your house. 

Think of Anfora like a living wine list whose staff places high importance on low-to-no intervention and ecological winemaking practices. 

They also complement their wines by offering tastings and classes, for those who are looking to dive deep and learn more about different types of wines. 

It’s a true experience for anyone who visits. 

Cooper's Hawk  

Known nationwide for its wine, Cooper’s Hawk is a popular choice for wine lovers. 

Not only do they have an incredible selection of wine in store but you can even sign up for one of their wine memberships that gets you monthly wines and early access to specialty wines. 

And what’s better than a year's subscription to a wine club for Mother's Day 

Candles can enlighten your mood and spread love through the air. Mother's Day is a perfect time to show your loved ones how much you care with a hand-poured candle containing their favorite aroma. Here in the western suburbs, there are several amazing locally owned candle stores where you can pick out your favorite scents and even pour your own candles.

And even after looking over all of these incredible stores, and what you really think your mom needs is a break and a day of relaxation, check out our Gift Guide for People Who Need to Relax. 

Whatever you need, meet us wherever you think mom will like best. Happy shopping!