Clothing is a lovely Mother's Day gift if you get three things right: choose a piece with a forgiving fit, stay close to the colours she already wears and choose a quality she would not quickly buy herself. A fine-knit cardigan, a soft blouse or a knitted top is therefore safer than trousers or a dress. Below you can read how to find out her size without giving the game away, which pieces almost always fit well, which colour to choose and what you had better leave on the shelf.
Step 1: find out her size without giving it away
The biggest risk with clothing as a gift is the size. A few ways to find out without her noticing:
- Look in her wardrobe. Find a top she wears often and check the label. Also note the brand, because sizes differ per brand.
- Ask a sister, partner or friend. Someone who shops with her more often usually knows exactly.
- Measure a favourite piece. Lay a top flat and measure the width from armpit to armpit and the length from the shoulder. Compare that with the size chart on the product page.
- Notice the fit she chooses. If she mostly wears loose-fitting pieces, choose a regular fit. If she likes a tailored look, a slim fit can work.
If you hesitate between two sizes, choose the larger one for tops and cardigans. A slightly roomier cardigan still looks good, while one that is too tight stays in the wardrobe.
Step 2: choose a piece that fits easily
Not every garment is equally suitable as a gift. This comparison helps you choose:
| Type of piece | Risk of a wrong fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Fine-knit cardigan | Low | Worn open, so the fit is less critical |
| Knitted top or polo | Low to moderate | Stretches slightly, but watch the length |
| Blouse with a fluid drape | Moderate | A regular fit is roomier than a tailored one |
| Trousers or jeans | High | Waist, hip and length must all three be right |
A cardigan is therefore the safest gift. The Veronique cardigan in light grey is fine-knit from lyocell, feels silky-soft and has a two-tone design with light blue accents. It fits over a blouse, a T-shirt or a dress, so it almost always goes with what she already has. Moreover, you wear a cardigan almost daily in May: on cool mornings, at the office and on a terrace when the sun has gone.
Step 3: stay close to her own colours
Do not use a gift to change someone's style. Look at which colours she often wears and choose something that goes with them. If she wears a lot of black and grey, cream is a soft surprise. If she mostly wears navy, light blue always goes with it. If she wears a lot of colour, choose a calm shade that brings everything together.
Step 4: choose by personality
- For the classic mother: a Rosamund blouse in pearl cream with a lavallière collar. Lightweight, with a soft drape and a satin look that suits both trousers and a skirt. She wears it to a lunch, a birthday or the office.
- For the mother who loves comfort: the Josephine polo in cream, fine-knit with a V-neck and a ribbed texture. As easy as a T-shirt, but more polished.
- For someone who likes a detail: a fine-knit T-shirt such as the Lenora in pink, two-tone with golden ball-shaped buttons. A soft spring colour that goes with jeans and white trousers.
- For the mother who already has everything: something in a special material, such as the Augusta in cream, an open-knit polo made of wool with cashmere. Light in weight and luxurious to the touch.
Step 5: pay attention to material and care
A gift that disappoints after one wash is a missed opportunity. Choose materials that stay beautiful and that she can care for without fuss. Viscose and lyocell drape softly and feel cool, wool with cashmere is a little more delicate but feels luxurious. If you like, add a card with the washing instructions, or refer to our care instructions. That way she knows straight away how to keep the piece looking lovely.
Step 6: make it personal
A short personal message makes the gift extra personal. Write on the card why you chose this particular piece: because light blue suits her so well, or because she always says she is cold at the office. You can add something small, such as a scarf, or plan a lunch together.
Wrapping and giving
A garment that is neatly wrapped feels like a gift straight away. Fold the piece calmly with tissue paper between the folds, so that no hard creases form. With a blouse it helps to place the collar on top, so that it is visible when she opens the package. A cardigan or knitted top can be rolled up loosely, which keeps the knit looking lovely.
Preferably give the gift at a moment when she can wear it straight away. Mother's Day falls in May, so a cardigan or light top is immediately usable on a terrace or during a walk. That way the chance is greater that she will wear it at once.
What you had better not give
- Tight or very tailored pieces, unless you are sure of her size.
- Bold trends that are far from her style.
- Colours you find lovely yourself, but never see her wear.
- Trousers or jeans without knowing her length.
Would you rather she chooses herself? Then let her browse the complete women's collection.
Shop the look
Veronique: fine-knit lyocell cardigan, light grey
Rosamund: lavallière blouse, pearl cream
Josephine: fine-knit polo with V-neck, cream
Lenora: fine-knit T-shirt with a tweed look, pink
Augusta: open-knit wool and cashmere polo, cream
Frequently asked questions
What do you give for Mother's Day if you do not know her size?
Choose a fine-knit cardigan or a top with a fluid drape. Those pieces are less critical in fit than trousers or a dress.
Can she return a clothing gift?
Yes. Returns cost from €5 and the amount is refunded within 14 days. See our shipping page for the conditions.
Which colour is the safest as a gift?
Cream, light grey and navy combine with almost every wardrobe. Preferably choose a colour that is one step beside what she already wears.
