Ava Richardson

Journalist at Prism News

Gifting

Luxury and celebration correspondent covering milestone gifts, experiential luxury, and the art of meaningful giving.

Latest Articles

Mother’s Day Books Make a Thoughtful Gift Beyond Flowers and Brunch

A motherhood book can feel more intimate than flowers, and these picks match the mom in front of you with care, not cliché.

Apr 16, 2026·4 min read

Seasonal

Travel gifts for moms who are always planning their next getaway

These travel gifts solve the messiest parts of packing and flying, from dead-phone anxiety to leaky toiletries, and they feel especially smart before summer trips.

Apr 16, 2026·5 min read

Guides

25+ Affordable Housewarming Gift Ideas, from Cozy Essentials to Personal Touches

A thoughtful housewarming gift can stay under $20 and still feel polished, especially when a printable tag turns everyday staples into a welcome worth keeping.

Apr 16, 2026·5 min read

Seasonal

Unique Valentine's Day Gifts That Feel Personal, Sentimental, and Memorable

The strongest Valentine’s gifts feel chosen, not purchased. A custom matchbox, a heart-shaped skillet, or a hand-casting kit can say more than a costly cliché.

Apr 16, 2026·5 min read

Luxury

Spring Luxury Gifts, Toteme Trenches, Bottega Bags, Statement Jewelry

The smartest spring gifts this month are the ones that do more than sparkle: a runway trench, sculpted earrings, a polished belt and a Bottega bag with real house history.

Apr 16, 2026·5 min read

Guides

Nordstrom’s beauty sale makes luxury self-care gifts feel affordable

Nordstrom’s beauty markdowns turn luxury self-care into smart gifts, with giftable sets and a $881 Augustinus Bader calendar priced as low as $540.

Apr 16, 2026·5 min read

Luxury

Beekman 1802’s April box packs a $176 self-care haul for $75

Beekman 1802’s April box bundled $176 in gentle, barrier-first skincare for $75, with SPF 50, eye care and a milky facial oil built in.

Apr 16, 2026·2 min read

Seasonal

Shopbop’s Spring Beauty Sale Offers 20% Off Self-Care Staples

Shopbop's Spring Event puts 1,459 beauty items within reach, and the smartest gifts are the SPF, body care, and polished makeup buys that save real money.

Apr 16, 2026·5 min read

Trends

Katseye’s Custom Coachella Boots Turn Personalized Fashion Into Gift Appeal

Katseye turned Coachella boots into a master class in personal style, using bows, lace and hardware to make each pair feel like a gift with a point of view.

Apr 16, 2026·4 min read

Guides

Best travel gifts for moms, carry-on helpers and in-flight essentials

These travel gifts fix the airport annoyances that make moms work for every trip, from tangled tech to overstuffed carry-ons. They feel timely for Mother’s Day on May 10.

Apr 16, 2026·3 min read

Seasonal

Mother’s Day gift ideas for moms who love the outdoors

Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, May 10, and the best outdoor gifts are the ones she’ll use every morning: better seating, smarter bird watching, and garden tools that extend the season.

Apr 16, 2026·4 min read

Seasonal

Thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts for moms-to-be, focused on comfort and rest

The most luxurious Mother’s Day gift for a mom-to-be is often the one that helps her sleep, soften swelling and get through the day with less effort.

Apr 16, 2026·5 min read

Seasonal

Leah O’Connell and Weezie launch customizable Mother’s Day bath gifts

Leah O’Connell’s Mother’s Day capsule for Weezie turns towels, robes and toiletry bags into customizable gifts mothers can use every day.

Apr 16, 2026·2 min read

Guides

Push Presents That Support Recovery, Self-Care, and the Fourth Trimester

The smartest push present is the one that eases the fourth trimester. Babylist’s mom-first registry advice puts recovery, rest, and real help ahead of baby-only clutter.

Apr 16, 2026·4 min read

Seasonal

Ashley Graham’s Zales collection offers sentimental Mother’s Day jewelry, starting at $100

Ashley Graham’s new Zales edit turns Mother’s Day into a polished shortcut, with 23 jewelry picks starting at $100 and designed to last beyond the flowers.

Apr 16, 2026·2 min read

Seasonal

Anthropologie launches cute Mother’s Day drinkware, from icon juice glasses to pet-mom mugs

Anthropologie’s new Mother’s Day drinkware line turns a $16 juice glass into a collectible gift, with pet-mom mugs and new icon designs adding the charm.

Apr 16, 2026·2 min read

Seasonal

33 Mother’s Day Gifts, from Personalized Picks to Preserved Roses

Mother’s Day lands May 10, and these 33 picks cover the fastest wins, from a $12 interview journal to roses that last a year.

Apr 15, 2026·8 min read

Seasonal

Bonne Maman’s $22.90 jam sampler makes a sweet Mother’s Day gift

Bonne Maman’s heart-and-flower jam set costs $22.90 and comes with eight flavors, turning a pantry staple into a polished Mother’s Day gift.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Seasonal

Indianapolis Mother’s Day gifts, brunch and outing ideas for May 10

Mother’s Day in Indianapolis is already a book-now weekend: a local shopping event, 157 brunch options and easy outing ideas all point to May 10.

Apr 15, 2026·5 min read

Luxury

Birthday Wish List Spotlight: Luxury Beauty Gifts Friends Will Love

Miu Miu, Guerlain and Prada turn a birthday wish list into a smart gift map, with beauty buys that feel personal, polished and worth texting back about.

Apr 15, 2026·5 min read

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