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By Louis Chan, AsAmNews National Correspondent
Mother’s Day is sneaking up on us with so many of us focused on getting vaccinated and hopefully returning to normal life.
However, there’s never an excuse to forget mom. To help you get through your day, here are a few popular gift ideas with many of these from Asian-owned companies.
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Benchmark Bouquets Signature Roses and Alstroemeria, With Vase
$41.61
The popular go to gift on Mother’s Day is also one that mom will surely appreciate. You can never go wrong with flowers.
The mixed flower bouquet of roses and alstroemerias is shipped directly from the farm in the flower’s bud stage to ensure a long lasting gift.
Although this company is not Asian owned, how could we leave flowers off our gift guide?
Soho Floral Arts | Real Roses That Last a Year and More | Fresh Flowers | Eternal Roses in a Box (Red: 7 X-Large Roses)
$74.99
Give her the floral gift that will last all year long. Real roses direct from a farm in Ecuador preserved with a non-toxic process.
Again-not Asian owned-but a wonderful idea, nonetheless.
A River of Stars
$15.64
One of Ellen Lee’s, our senior editor favorite authors, Vanessa Hua’s A River of Stars is described by best selling author Celeste Ng as “an utterly absorbing novel about the ruthless love of parenthood and the universal truth that sometimes family runs deeper than blood alone.”
Opening Ceremony Gingham small Chinatown tote
$23.99
A stylish tote bag with a touch of Asian elegance. Hand wipe with a damp cloth. Comes with a zipper closure to keep your items secure.
Open Ceremony is a fashion brand founded by Carol Lim and Humberto Leon in 2002. The brand designs and creates its own products. It recently closed all its physical locations due to the pandemic, reported Business Insider.
It has also been sold to the New Guards Group.
Bokksu – Authentic Japanese Snack & Candy Subscription: Classic Box
$44.95 on first order
This Japanese snack company sends out monthly treats with a subscription. Great for anyone longing their favorite snacks from Japan or for someone who wants to try something new.
Every box comes with 20-25 premium snacks curated from Japanese culture, festivals, flavors, and cities.
Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream: Rich Cream to Hydrate, Plump and Protect Dry and Normal Skin – 50 ml | 1.7 oz
$68
Started 11 years ago by Victoria Tsai, Tatcha is a luxurious high quality skin care brand. Many of the products ingredients include Japanese green tea, rice and algae.
According to CNN, “the Dewy Skin Cream is perfect for those who want something rich and creamy — it smells fantastic and leaves skin feeling bouncy and well hydrated.”
Thakoon, Classic Cropped Jean
$115
Launched by Thakoon Panichgul in 2019, Thakoon seeks to design clothes that is both beautiful and practical.
The Thai American designer started his career as a fashion editor for Harper’s Bazaar.
These jeans are made from premium Japanese-sourced denim. It’s a perfect addition to a spring or summer wardrobe and can be machine washed or dry cleaned.
Tower 28 Shine On Lip Jelly (Chill)
$24
Tower28 is founded by an Asian American woman who only identifies herself as Amy on the company’s website. After working 15 years as a beauty executive, she decided to launch her own product line for sensitive skin.
Ellis Brooklyn Salt Eau de Parfum
$159.99
Spoil mom with this elegant perfume from Ellis Brooklyn. The fragrance is described as sensual, complex, and soul-healing. It comes with a whiff of tropical floral.
Bea Shapiro, an Asian American and contributing beauty columnist to the New York Times founded the company. You can read more about her here in this article in The Cut.
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