I’m Not A Regular Mom, I’m A Cool Mom: 9 Christmas Gifts Mom Will Actually Love
Today’s gift guide guide is inspired by mom. Only, instead of doing a typical mom gift guide – bathrobes and bubble bath galore – I thought it’d be much, much better to do a ‘cool mom’ gift guide. I’ve rounded up some of my favourite gift ideas in Canada for mom – and you can check them all out below!
Wool Sock Stripe Basket – $25 @ Simon’s
If mom’s not big on gifts, you can still treat her to something sweet, like this fun and cozy blanket. Designed to look like everyone’s favorite winter wooly socks (and their associated sock monkeys) it’s the perfect place for mom to stash her knitting needles, current reads, or slippers. While it’s got a classic aesthetic mom will love, let’s face it – her daughter or granddaughter would just as easily love it in their place too.
Nadia Lloyd Scarves – $69 each @ NadiaLloyd.com, The Spacing Store + the McMichael Canadian Art Collection
Any woman will seriously turn heads with one of these striking scarves from Toronto artist Nadia Lloyd. Designed as a more accessible entry point for art lovers, these 100% silk chiffon scarves are inspired by different parts of T.O. The oversized shape of them means they can be worn in a range of ways – as a headscarf, wrap, or pretty accessory for her favourite sweater.
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer – $499.99 @ Hudson’s Bay
Yeah it’s spendy – but this hair dryer is earning rave review for its extremely lightweight design. Like Dyson’s fans, this bladeless hair dryer blasts your locks with concentrated heat to dry hair in a flash. Plus it comes with three attachments so you can style your locks exactly as you want. With total heat control, this dryer won’t fry your hair either.
Truly Madly Guilty by Liane Moriarty – $34.99
Women’s lit author Liane Moriarty – she of The Husband’s Secret and Big Little Lies fame – has quickly established herself as one of those authors you want to pick up every new release that’s out. Once again, she weaves another spellbinding family drama, with the tension practically crackling off the page. The story is set over the course of one afternoon, where three couples seem to be enjoying a pleasant BBQ party together. Only, there appears to be a disaster that links this group of people together, one that’s just bubbling under the surface. The story isn’t so much a whodunnit? but a whatdunnit / howdunnit / whendunnit. Rest assured, all will be revealed, but Moriarty spends three quarters of the book twisting the screws until you can barely stand it! A must-read for any mom.
Women’s Original Rubberized Hunting Coat – $495 @ Hunter
Mom already knows and loves Hunter’s coveted rainboots – but did you know the brand also offers top to toe rain gear? Check out these rubberized jackets that are cut like a classic duffel coat, but are totally waterproof. Designed with a built-in hood and oversized pockets, this multi-season coat comes in a huge range of colours, from bright blue and yellow to deep grey and forest green.
Murad Merry & Polished Gift Set – $95 ($140 Value)
Spa gift cards such a gimme when it comes to mom. Instead, equip her with everything she needs to enjoy spa-like treatments at home. This potent duo of skincare products from Murad is designed to buff away dry, dull skin for a glow even brighter than the star on top of your Christmas tree. Coupled with a hydrating yet lightweight lotion, mom’s skin will stay soft and supple for 24 hours, turning back the clock with each application.
Jessica Women’s Flannel Tote – $29.99 @ Sears
Buffalo check plaid has never been trendier – amongst all age groups – than it is right now. Update her wardrobe with a cool tote bag that evokes the perfect blend of holiday magic, winter warmth, and of-the-moment trendiness. With plenty of space for all of her cool weather essentials (and her phone, so you can stay in touch), this right-priced bag is an ideal choice for the fashionable mama.
Quo Brow Beauty Eyebrow Kit – $20 @ Shoppers Drug Mart
It’s actually stunning how transformative tailoring your brows can be when it comes to your beauty routine. Brow taming is a relatively new part of the beauty industry’s fixation – so if mom hasn’t jumped aboard the train yet, hook her up with this awesome set that makes it a snap to turn her brows into a total wow factor. Featuring three micro tools, highlighting powder, plus two shades you can blend for the ideal tone to fill your brows, the set is completely foolproof thanks to step by step instructions and handy guides for plucking and filling.
Green Cross Blanket – $285 @ Mjolk
If you’re going to give mom a blanket, give her something that’s equal parts family heirloom and design piece. This stunning blanket from designer Pia Warren has a very modern Danish-influenced look, but is made from a heavyweight organic cotton. I highlighted the Christmasy forest green version of this reversible blanket here, but it also comes in black, grey, and orange.
That wraps up my cool mom gift ideas post! A post for all the cool moms out there wouldn’t be complete without a cool giveaway. Valued at over $200, if you win, you’ll receive:
- Nadia Lloyd Scarf
- Truly Madly Guilty by Liane Moriarty
- Murad Merry & Polished Set
- Quo Brow Beauty Eyebrow Kit
Here’s how to enter for a chance to win my friends:
1) First off my friends! You must be a Canadian Gift Guide subscriber to enter this giveaway. Just find the ‘Gift of Gab’ box on the righthand side of this page and either hit ‘Follow’ or enter your email address. Once you’ve done that, leave me a comment by November 20, 2016 telling me your favourite cool mom gift ideas are that are featured in this post!
2) Entries are limited to one per person / per email address / per household (or more if you score bonus entries). A random draw will be conducted on or around November 21, 2016 to select the winner(s), who will have 48 hours to respond before another winner is chosen in their place.
3) Entries are limited to Canadians that have reached the age of majority in their province. Quebec is not eligible for this promotion.
4) Bonus Entry Opportunities:
Follow Nadia Lloyd on Instagram and either regram a photo or share a photo of your favourite scarf from the Nadia Lloyd website onto your own Instagram. Be sure to tag them! Link back to your photo in a separate comment below.
Follow Raincoast Books on Instagram and either regram one of their photos or share a photo of Truly Madly Guilty onto your own Instagram. Be sure to tag them! Link back to your photo in a separate comment below.
Follow Murad on Instagram and either regram one of their photos or share a photo of your favourite Murad holiday gift set on your own Instagram. Be sure to tag them! Link back to your photo in a separate comment below.
Follow Shoppers Drug Mart on Instagram and either regram one of their photos or share a photo of the eyebrow kit above. Be sure to tag them and use the hashtag #QuoCosmetics! Link back to your photo in a separate comment below.
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I am excited to see a new Liane Moriarty book!! That would be my favourite gift idea for me lol
I love the Nadia Lloyd Scarfs
I guess I’m not really a cool mom because I love getting “bubble bath galore”, but I do love the Dyson hair dryer. My hair is very thick and coarse so it takes quite a while to dry. I love anything that would speed up the process.
I like the Murad merry and polish set! I think it would make a nice gift!
Love the beautiful scarfs by Nadia Lloyd and always love a new book!
I just love the Women’s Original Rubberized Hunting Coat !
Great great ideas, Love the Hunter rubberized coats and always, the eyebrow kit – you’re absolutely right that they can make such a difference in appearance.
I like the Jessica Women’s Flannel Tote, I think my mom would love it!
Love the Wool Sock Stripe Basket and the Hunter Coat.
I love all of these!!! I can’t think of a person more deserving than my mom. She has always supported my many crazy ideas and decisions. She has been there for me my whole life no matter what and this would be an amazing gift for her!
I love the flannel tote.It would make a great girlfriend gift too.
I love the cross blanket and that amazing looking hair dryer!
the scarf is lovely
I love the Nadia Lloyd scarf.
The dyson hair dryer looks cool . But would never spend that much for a dryer
I love wearing and giving scarves so the Nadia Lloyd Scarf would be for me (or a sister or two)
I’m already a subscriber! I like the Jessica Women’s Flannel Tote best….it looks so cozy, like a sweater. Thank you for the chance!
The rubberized coat would be my first choice. The Dyson hair dryer is a very close second.
I love those scarves! And completely affordable too ❤
Love the brow kit. Always feel completely lost when plucking.
Oh my goodness, what a fantastic post! I love the Nadia Lloyd scarves and just wrote down the book title Truly Madly Guilty on my Christmas list! The description has me completely intrigued. I’m hoping this leads to me having an additional favourite author! Thank you for your blog, love it.
I love the Flannel Tote and the Wool Cross Blanket.
I absolutely love the idea of giving books as gifts so my choice for favourite gift idea has to be Truly Madly Guilty by Liane Moriarty!
The Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer is my favorite. I can’t wait to try one out!
~Jonnie
i am actually going to go over to Simons and buy the Wool Sock Stripe Basket – $25 @ Simon’s…mom has just taken up knitting again and this is perfect thanks for the idea
My favourite cool mom gift idea is the Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer
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I love them all ❤ but if I had to choose; the Hunting Coat from @ Hunter is perfect for my daughter in-law and the Quo Brow Beauty Kit from @ Shoppers Drug Mart is ideal for my teenage grand daughter! Great Post and Great "Cool Mom" gift ideas! Thank You!!!
I’m not a mom but I’m digging that flannel tote! Very reasonably priced too!
My favourite cool mom gift idea is Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer – $499.99 @ Hudson’s Bay.
I really like the hunter raincoat. I am a subscriber.
Since I am a knitter, I am drawn to the wool sock stripe basket.
the gift set from Murad is my pick although I would be thrilled with any of these gifts!
Of course, I like the most expensive item listed: the rubberized hunting coat by Hunter. I am a subscriber.
I like the rubberized hunting coat as well.
My favourite is the Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer, followed up by Liane Moriarty’s newest book!
I love the dyson hair dryer!
My favorite gift for cool mom would be the dryer, he look very Very awesome and totally unique with his new technology and others things, and my daughter just need a new one so it could be right on time 😉 Thank you for this and all the others contest !
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer – wow!!!!
I love the Wool Sock Stripe Basket. Super retro and cool.
My mom would love the Murad gift set.
I like the Murad Merry & Polished Gift Set
I love the sock basket.
The Wool Sock Stripe basket is super cute!
I would love the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer – $499.99 @ Hudson’s Bay – my hair is often still wet at the end of the day! lol
The Dyson Supersonic hairdryer looks awesome!
Dyson supersonic hair dryer. Wow that looks so hi-tech.
love that Dyson supersonic hairdryer as well as the Quo eyebrow kit.
The Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer would make a great gift.
OH my goodness, I love my Dyson vacuum, I can just imagine how amazing a Dyson Supersonic hair dryer would be.
Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer is perfect for a busy mom1
I’m a Canadian Gift Guide subscriber and my favorite gift idea is the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
My favorite is definitely the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer!! that is a must have
My favourite cool mom gift idea is the DYSON Supersonic Hair Dryer.
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I love the Jessica Flannel tote
I’m LOVING the Wool Sock Basket and the Flannel tote, representing winter cozy
My favourite cool mom gift ideas are the Women’s Original Rubberized Hunting Coat from Hunter (incredible colours and a gorgeous style) and the Dyson hair dryer. Both are out of my budget though sadly.
Dyson hair drier
My favourite gift idea is the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer. It looks so cool.
I think the hair dryer because it is a time saver!
My favourite gift is the Women’s Original Rubberized Hunting Coat
ohh,I love that Jessica Women’s Flannel Tote –it is great for any women,,great price too!!
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
I want them all for my mom- but the purse I might have to keep 😜
I like the green cross blanket and the Dyson hair dryer.
The Dyson hair dryer but outside my family budget
I really like the Women’s Original rubberized hunting coat and the Nadia Lloyd scarf. They would look wonderful together. Thanks for hosting this giveaway.
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Being a ” Cool Mom” I’d love the Dyson hair dryer but yikes, it’s pricey! I’d also love the book ” Truly, Madly, Guiltily.
Dyson hair dryer
I’m a Canadian Gift Guide subscriber. My favourite cool mom gift ideas are that are featured in this post are the Nadia Lloyd Scarves – $69 each @ NadiaLloyd.com, The Spacing Store + the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Jessica Women’s Flannel Tote – $29.99 @ Sears and Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer – $499.99 @ Hudson’s Bay
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I love love love the wool sock striped basket!!! Have always been a fan of the hudson bay look…this is cool
I love the Nadia Lloyd scarf
The Dyson hairdryer sounds great!
My choice would be the Quo Brow Beauty Eyebrow Kit.
I totally love the Dyson hair dryer.
Definitely looking forward most to reading ‘Truly Madly Guilty’ by Lianne Moriarity… I’ve read all her other books and LOVE them and cannot wait for the HBO show for Big Little Lies!
Definitely looking forward most to reading ‘Truly Madly Guilty’ by Lianne Moriarity… I’ve read all her other books and LOVE them and cannot wait for the HBO show for Big Little Lies!
I love the Dyson hair dryer!
I like the Murad Merry & Polished Set.
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My favourite cool mom gift is the hair dryer- super cool!
I am in LOVE with the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer. This is a game changer for sure!
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I like the DYSON Supersonic Hair Dryer, looks cool
really love the wool sock stripe basket 🙂
I like the Dyson hair dryer!
I love the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer and the Jessica Woman’s Flannel Tote.
My fave gift idea from this list of yours is the Dyson Hair dryer!
I think my mom would look like a cool mom in the Original Rubberized Hunting Coat.
The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer – $499.99 @ Hudson’s Bay is my favourite as would make mornings faster to get ready.
I love the blanket
love the hair dryer
I would love the Murad products!
My cool mom gift idea is the Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer.
My favorite is definitely the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer!!
I love the Jessica flannel tote. It really fits my theme this year.
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I really like the beautiful scarfs by Nadia Lloyd, so pretty.
Love the Quo Brow Beauty Eyebrow Kit! Some of us cannot draw a straight line … ;p
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I like the flannel tote bag
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I really like the Dyson hairdryer for a gift. I’m already subscribed.
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love the flannel tote!
I love the wool sock basket !
It does look cozy !
I’m curious if one could make one by taking those socks and taking them apart and sewing them together !
I am a subscriber !
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Love the Wool Sock Striped Basket and the scarfs by Nadia Lloyd
I subscribe and the Dyson hairdryer has been on my list since i heard about it.
I think the Green Cross Blanket would be a good gift.
I love the Nadia Lloyd scarf
Loving the Dyson supersonic hair dryer
The scarf is my favourite!
Loving the Dyson hairdryer
That’ would be my first pick
Jessica Women’s Flannel Tote – $29.99 @ Sears YES PLEASES
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer! My Fave 😀
I love the flannel tote!
My favourite is the green cross blanket!
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I think every mom would love the DYSON Supersonic Hair Dryer! My fave for sure 🙂
I like the Dyson Hair Dryer.
I like the Women’s Original Rubberized Hunting Coat – $495 @ Hunter. This would be amazing in the rain.
i like the quo brow beauty kit!
The dyson hair dryer would be a dream come true !
Wool Sock Striped Basket . . . so simple . . . SO.O.O Canadian
Wool Sock Striped Basket . . . so simple . . .SO.O.O Canadian.
Wool Sock Striped Basket . . . so simple . . .SO.O.O Canadian.
Just moved to downtown Toronto, so would adore one of those beautiful scarves. And who doesn’t love that basket? Reminds me of sock monkeys!
Won’t fry my hair?!?!? The dyson hair dryer won me over!
I love that hair dryer. I have to try a $500 blow dryer.
Thanks for this chance.
I really like the blanket
A hair dryer that is that expensive must be worth it! I would love to try the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer, they sure know how to make vacuums!
I like the Murad merry and polish set!, Women’s Original Rubberized Hunting Coat, Jessica Women’s Flannel Tote
I’m a subscriber! I like the hunting coat, it’s great!
The Wool Striped Basket or the Dyson hairdryer
I love the Dyson hairdryer
I like the Jessica flannel tote
Love the eye brow kit! Great idea
My favourite mom gift would be the Nadia Lloyd scarves thank you
My favourite gift would be the sonic hair dryer
Subscribed! i am a mom and my skin would love a murad skin gift set!
Love the Dyson hairdryer, pricy but cool.
I like the hair dryer and the Murad skincare.
I love the Wool Sock Stripe Basket
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Nadia Lloyd’s scarves are beautiful, I would love to wear one of them.
I love the silk scarf, flannel tote, hair dryer and Murad skincare. They are all great.
That Hunter coat is gorgeous!
Nadia Lloyd Scarf
Nadia scarf is fabulous.
Well that Dyson hair dryer would just be the ultimate!
I’m a subscriber.
I like the Dyson Supersonic hairdryer
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer is my favourite
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer would be an awesome gift for me!
My favourite gift is the Nadia Lloyd scarfs.
I think that the Nadia Lloyd Scarves are a gorgeous gift idea.
Rubberized hunting coat
What a great list of products. I love them all, but my favourite is the Dyson Hairdryer, followed by the blanket and plaid tote.
I’m a subscriber! I think the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer is an awesome gift idea!
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I am a subscriber. I love the green blanket
Love the quo brow beauty eyebrow kit
I love the Plaid Tote.
That green cross blanket is gorgeous!
I love the Dyson hair dryer! That would be a great gift. The scarf you posted is also very pretty
Definitely would have to be the Dyson blowdryer, so cool, unique and innovative. My mom goes through a hair dryer a year and would love to luxurize her life by gifting her such an awesome gift!
My fave is the Dyson hairdryer…it must be amazing if it costs as much as their vacuum!
I love the Dyson Supersonic hairdryer.
the murad kit!
My favorite cool mom gift idea is the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer. I would really love to receive that as a gift.
I love the Rubberized hunting coat!
Subscribed! that Dyson Hair dryer seems like it would do winders to this mane!!
I love the dyson hair dryer!
I find the most useful and innovative the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer.
The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer would make a neat gift to give. Thank you!
Oh my gosh — the hair dryer is the most amazing thing I have ever seen!!!
First, I love the Mean Girls GIF!
Second, the Wool Sock Stripe Basket is awesome! I love that cozy sock fabric
I really love that hair dryer.
I love Quo products
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i really like the Murad kit – they make great moisturizer
I really like the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer (but can’t afford it), Rubberized Hunting Coat and Flannel Tote
I love the Jessica Women’s Flannel Tote.
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Quo Eyebrow kit 😀
I love the rubberized jacket and the Quo brow kit. Great ideas.
I’m loving the Mjolk blanket
Truly Madly Guilty by Liane Moriarty
I like the hunter raincoat