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How do you go about gifting your mum? Some people say that it’s sometimes hard getting the right gift for their mothers. Don’t worry calvary is here. I did a round up of 30 best mothers day gifts that will make you her Fav for life.

The key is to find gifts that not only express appreciation and love but also cater to her unique personality and interests.

Women are special, and the perfect Mother’s Day gift should be a mix of sentimentality, practicality, and a touch of creativity. Whether you’re shopping for your mom, grandmother, wife, or another motherly figure in your life, this curated list of 30 gifts will help you secure your spot as her favorite!

30 Best Mothers day gifts that are budget friendly

Below are the top 30 best mothers day gifts to make her feel cherish this mothers day.

Personalized Jewelry

I doubt there is any mother who wouldn’t love personalized jewelry. What you need to do is first determine her favorite jewelry, then go ahead and add personal touches to it. For example, you could gift a necklace with her children’s initials or birthstones. It would serve as a daily reminder of her loved ones. 

I love personalized jewelry as I had one myself. It gives you this personal feel and touch. I was attached to this necklace until I lost it. Etsy has some of the finest personalized necklace, rings among others. Read my review of personalized name necklace.

Spa Products

It’s common to say you want to gift a mother a spa voucher. But, what if you take the bar a notch higher and gift her spa products? This way she doesn’t need to leave the house before getting a treat! The spa products could include bath bombs, scented candles, body lotions, etc. 

Cookware Set

For the mom who loves to cook, a set of high-quality cookware can be both a practical and appreciated upgrade to her kitchen. There is a reason why this is one of the commonest wedding gifts. Every mother would appreciate a cookware set!

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Cooking Gadgets

Asides from cookware sets, you can also invest in other innovative cooking gadgets for her. It would make kitchen tasks easier, faster, and more fun. 

Like a dishwasher for example will make it easier for her to do the dishes effortlessly. An airfryer will make cooking a breeze. All these kitchen gadget will make her feel loved and favored.

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Custom Portrait 

If you’re having a hard time thinking of what to get for Mother’s Day, you can commission a custom portrait of her or her favorite family photo. It usually comes off as a sentimental piece that she’ll treasure forever. 

Subscription

What does your wife, mother, or significant female really love? Whether it’s for books, gourmet foods, or beauty products, a subscription box is the gift that keeps on giving.

It can also be her favorite TV shows on Neflix, prime Video of what not. These subscriptions is perfect if it is for the whole year. However, do what you can afford to make her feel special on mothers day.

Digital Frame

One thing about mothers is that they always love to collate and keep memories. By gifting her a digital frame preloaded with family photos, you are on your way to becoming her favorite person! 

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A Signed Copy of Her Favorite Book 

This one is for book lover mothers. You can go the extra mile and get her a signed copy of her favorite book. It would hold a special place in her heart getting a book signed by the author. 

Gourmet Cooking Class 

Does she love to experiment in the kitchen? If yes, a gourmet cooking class experience would be a fun experience for her. Trust me, she would share the experience with everyone she comes in contact with and sing your praises.

Luxury Bathrobe 

Now, this might not seem like the everyday Mother’s Day, but who says you have to be regular? Every day becomes a spa day when you gift her a luxury bathrobe!

Personalized Recipe Book

You know when people say recipes have been passed down from generation to generation? It’s because these recipes were compiled somewhere, and have now become a family treasure. So, help your mother compile family recipes into a personalized cookbook. Yes, make it jig by adding photos and stories. 

Fine Dining Experience 

For Mother’s Day, you can take her out to a fine dining restaurant for a special night out. Let her take a breather from the kitchen that day and be pampered!

Museum Membership 

Is your mother a fan of art and history? If yes, you should get a museum membership for her! This way, she has a way of always connecting with her passion. 

In West Africa, there are so many fun museums like Foundation Zinshou, National museum Calabar or Lagos. Museums are a fun place to visit and this will definitely delight her.

High-Quality Headphones

Of course, you can gift your mother headphones and turn her into the ‘cool’ mother you want! It could be a great gift for mothers who love music or podcasts. 

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Personalized Stationery Set

For some reason, mothers always love to jot things down and take notes. You will always find them with jotters and pens. So, you can get an elegant personalized stationery set for her for Mother’s Day. 

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A Day of Pampering 

It’s Mother’s Day right? She deserves a day of pampering with massages, facials, and more! You know what to do!

If it as easy as making her favorite dish or spending quality time with her. Also you can plan a date with your dad so they are spend time together. You can even gift her a couples bracelet to ignite their union. Wink***

A Smart Garden 

You can gift her a smart indoor garden if she’s a lover of nature with limited outdoor space. Now, you don’t need to worry about her being bored during her free-time. 

Customized Garden Tools

For the gardening mom, a set of customized garden tools can add a personal touch to her gardening hobby.

High-end Espresso Machine

For the coffee-loving mom, a high-end espresso machine will start her mornings off right.

I love coffee but not black. A nespresso coffee machine will do her a lot of good if she is a coffee lover. She doesn’t have to go out anymore to get coffee. Get some fine delicious coffee beans to go with it and a cute mug too.

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Designer Handbag

Did you think I wasn’t going to add this? Mothers are special and expensive! You should splurge on a designer handbag that she’s been eyeing. You can bet it would become her everyday bag!

There are several recommendations on my mind, if she love a practical bag, get her Longchamp tote bag. On the hand, a stylish party style shoulder bag is perfect is she is a Socialite. This cute designer shoulder bag from Lavine is perfect.

It is great conversation started. Give to our mothers to blow your horn while talking about this bag.

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Yoga Retreat Weekend 

I find it funny that mothers do not like to have free time. Yet, they are always the first to complain about being stressed and tired. Well, a weekend yoga retreat can offer her a peaceful break and a chance to recharge. 

High-Quality Yoga Mat 

Let’s say it’s not possible to get her to a yoga retreat. Well, she can also have yoga sessions at home if she has a high-quality yoga mat. 

Memory Foam Pillow 

It could be a throw pillow or the regular size pillow. It would become one of her favorite things.

Get some cool sheets to go with this pillow. Silk pillow sheets are great to enhance sleep and rest. Linen sheets too are a great option.

I will link some of favorites sheets from Atlinia. Love the brand and I highly recommend their sheets and bedding.

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Wine Subscription Service

What do you think about gifting your mother a wine subscription service? Unconventional? Yes! But it would warm her heart! 

Cashmere Sweater

Nothing like a good ol cashmere sweater. Now, go the extra mile and get the sweater in her favorite color.

This is a great option of Elevated basics that will take her through winter, fall and even summer rainy days. Love cashmere as it gives old money vibes. Get it in neutral colors like black, beige or brown.

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Smart Assistant Device

It’s very intentional when you gift mothers things that make their life better and stress free. Getting her a smart assistant device can help keep her organized and connected. 

Fitness Tracker

A fitness tracker would make your mother stay on top of her health and fitness goals. Even on days when she’s not willing, the fitness tracker will push her to stay fit. 

Artisan Chocolate Assortment

If you want to turn your mum to a baby, get her a curated assortment of artisan chocolates from around the world!

Travel Voucher

Has your mother been talking about visiting any specific country? This is the best time to make it happen! Gift her a travel voucher for her to use towards her next adventure.

You can book her trip to any of her dream destinations to help her achieve her bucket list.

Quality Time

Sometimes, the best gift is simply spending quality time together. Plan a day filled with her favorite activities.

Comment below which of these best mothers day gifts are you getting your mother. I would love to gift my mom bedding sheets from Atlinia, a great sleep, a healthy mom. Ciao.

Have you been shopping thrift? Guys, don’t sleep on thrift. I recently got a Naked brand of white jeans from one of the best online thrift stores in Nigeria. So, you see why you need to shop for thrift clothes.

As a budget babe, I have a mixture of fast fashion, Thrift, and high-end items in my closet. However, to get budget-friendly clothes, I highly recommend thrifts. Are you new to Thrift or Bend down Select, don’t worry, check out my post on Pro-tips or guide to scoring good thrift items.

Thrifting from the local stores is super stressful for me. Also, you need to have cash handy if you want to shop thrift. This is because you may find some goodies while passing through a thrift stand. If you’re in Lagos, I have shared some of my best places to shop for thrift clothes. Do check them out.

Not in Lagos, I also got you. I have explored several places in Nigeria inclusive of their thrift stores/Markets. If you’re in Ibadan, check out the Bodija market for good thrift clothes and handbags. Abeokuta has several places to shop for thrift clothes.

You can check out Kuto market, Lafenwa ( though I find this place stressful), Panseke ( Love them for the cardigans) etc. Check out other places to shop for thrift in your locality. Have plans to explore Nigeria too, add these most beautiful places to visit in Nigeria.

I am very much indecisive when shopping. Also, I find the process of bend down select stressful. So, the option I love to shop for thrift is via Instagram or online thrift stores in Nigeria.

Best Online thrift stores in Nigeria

Below are some of my favorite online thrift stores in Nigeria to shop. These thrift stores offer good quality fashion pieces. Although, I am yet to find a thrift store for accessories like shoes and handbags. If you know any, kindly leave a comment below.

1. Nandra

Nandra is one of my best online thrift stores in Nigeria to shop for clothes. I love their range of prints and outfits in dresses. You can shop for casual and wedding guest dresses from Nandra.

My favorite jumpsuit that I wore to Abeokuta is from Nandra. I still have my eyes on one of the dresses. They deliver nationwide. You can shop for this brand either from Instagram or from their website. Shipping fees depend on your location.

2. The budget Outlet

This is one of the best Instagram thrift stores in Nigeria perfect for work clothes for women. If you have been an ardent follower of this blog, you know that I have a regular day job.

Want to know how I balance my day job and blogging, check out this post. Shopping for work clothes abroad can be pricey. Not because the items are expensive but the shipping fee to Nigeria. I have a hack for this that is budget-friendly.

I shop during the sales and in bulk from a particular store. Then ship it down to Nigeria. Wondering how to shop from abroad and ship to Nigeria, check out this post.

Anyways, then I found the budget outlet on Instagram. I have been stalking this brand ever since. My best purchase so far is this sweetheart neckline dress. You can dress it up with several belt colors or colorful accessories. Love this dress a lot.

So, I highly recommend you check them out for budget-friendly dresses, pant suits, skirt set sets, vest,s etc. Anything workwear for women, the budget outlet is my plug.

3. The discount store ( formerly buy okirika)

Okay, this brand sells pre-loved items that are a little on the high side. I saw a review about this brand that you will spend all your money if you visit her store. Girl, it’s true.

Although, I have visited the store. I couldn’t decide what I needed on her online store. There was so much to shop for. My favorite item so far from this brand is this denim handbag. Although I am pained that it is not a pre-loved coach designer handbag. Who was I kidding though? The price I got the bag is a far cry from a coach bag.

Anyways, I would have preferred it wasn’t labeled as that. I got two bags and some other stuff during the sales. She gifted me a smart collection of perfume which I find too masculine. Trust the boo to take it. And a water bottle, is cute right?

My tip, go on their website and stalk it. Shop during discount store ng the sales if possible for more savings.

Trina Thrift store

For this store, it is a hit or miss. Make sure you look at the pictures and style of the outfit before getting it. I got a yellow dress from this brand that has no shape. And a beach outfit that I love and hate at the same time.

Why am still recommending this brand? Well, everything I have gotten so far is not a miss. I got a denim dress that I am so in love with. So, she deserves to be on this list. Apply my pro tips for shopping online while shopping for this Instagram brand in Nigeria.

If you can jump on the denim trends, she has some of the best denim skirts and pants you’d love. Check Trinathrift store out for all your casual outfits and going outwears.

1k Multipurpose shop

Remember earlier in this post that I found a gem while shopping at a thrift store. Girl, I love the denim skirt and pants that I recently got from this store.

This store is perfect if you’re just finding your personal style. She sells some of the best basics like T-shirts, skirts, bralettes, shorts, etc. I highly recommend her denim pieces.

She sells out some of the good stuff very fast. So you need to stalk her. To think this brand is in Calabar, I had no issues with my order. The items were delivered to my home. So, I didn’t have to stalk a bus to pick up my items. check out 1k multi-purpose on Instagram to shop their pieces.

Comment on other online thrift stores in Nigeria you’re loving. If you’d love to be featured as a brand, feel free to reach out.

What are eSIMS for travelers and do I need it? Just a little background story will explain this. I traveled to the Republic of Benin with my Sim card, with no plans to get the local Sims. Guess what?

I couldn’t locate my hotel. And of course no network connection. Sadly, I can barely speak French. How will I say WI-FI in French? Later found out it sounds the same way ( kind of whether French or English) . Thank God for a good samaritan who assisted us with getting a bike that knew our hotel.

Anyway, all those would have been averted with an Android device eSIM. Do you need an eSIM now?

What is an E-Sim?

An E-sim is as the word implies! The concept of owning a sim has moved past the era when we had to depend on physical sims. Now, you can have a sim that is installed into your device and can connect to any service provider that provides E-Sim services. How cool is that?

You might be wondering how this concerns you as a traveler and this is the part that gets me excited the most! Most times when I travel, I always have to get the sim of the country I’m visiting so I can be connected to the internet. It’s either I get a new sim or strategically position myself in places with Wifi. 

The positioning doesn’t always work as I get disconnected from the internet at times when I have to step out and explore the country. Trust me, you wouldn’t want to know the number of sims I have from other countries. 

But with the concept of E-Sims now, I do not have to keep buying new sims when I travel to new places. Instead, I can try to connect to service providers that provide ESim services in that country. So, my one sim will work wherever I visit!

Airalo is one of my favorite eSIMS that I highly recommend. Why get Airalo? Below are the benefits.

• With Airalo’s eSIMs, travelers can access the Internet from virtually any country on the planet and don’t have to pay excessive roaming charges.
• Travelers don’t need to waste their time looking for a local plastic SIM card. The eSIM can be activated either immediately after installation or upon arrival at the traveler’s destination.
• A wide range of eSIMs are available for different countries and regions. The tourist does not even have to buy a card for a specific country. If he/she intends to travel, he/she can buy a regional eSIM on Airalo. For example, there are eSIMs available for the entire continent of Europe.
• The support team is available 24/7/365 and is happy to offer prompt assistance via chat on the Airalo website, social media, or email.

So, sign up for Airalo on your next trip.

Benefits of eSIMS for travelers

If you need more reasons to be convinced about getting an E-Sim, especially as a frequent traveler, some of them are: 

Saves Cost

I’m usually not the happiest when I have to buy a new sim anytime I’m in a new country. You’d always see me grumbling and squeezing myself. But buying these sims are always inevitable, especially as I want to stay connected to loved ones. 

Let me tell you, the price of getting a new sim and having it activated as a foreigner in a new country isn’t cheap. The money I spend on these new sims is something I would have rather spent on other tourist activities. 

There’s also the fact that I get charged for international roaming which is another expense. I’m overly happy that I can say goodbye to that era now. 

With the concept of eSims for travelers, I don’t have to spend money on buying physical sims anymore, and neither do you. Now, we get to save costs and use our money for other interesting things!

Convenience

As much as I try not to think about it, I sometimes cringe when I remember how I’ve lost or broken some of my sims in the process of swapping sims when I get to a new country. Dark times I must say. 

I would be more than happy if I never have to take out my sim because those things are very fragile. It’s one of the reasons why I preach the good news of E-Sims to every frequent traveler now.

You no longer have to deal with the inconvenience of swapping sims when you use an E-Sim! Now, you can relax and have peace of mind that your sim would work in any country you visit.  

Network Access

One of the beautiful things I found out about E-Sims is how they are not tied to a specific network operator. For example, if I use only Network A and own a physical sim, I would be stuck with that provider even when there is no network. 

But with an E-sim, I do not have to be stuck to any specific provider. The E-Sim would easily switch between available networks and select the one with the strongest signal strength or the most favorable data packages. This enhanced coverage ensures that you stay connected in areas where a particular network might have limited reach, providing you with a more reliable communication experience throughout your travels.

Feel free to comment on other challenges you’ve had while traveling. Also, share your budget-friendly travel tips for travelers. Don’t forget to sign up on Airalo, one of the best eSIMS for travelers

Who doesn’t love to make money? As a content creator, I am also hyped by an opportunity to earn money while doing what I love. So, I discovered, Temu Affiliate program and here is why you need to join Asap.

There are several ways to make money for yourself as a fashion blogger. One of such ways is through Affiliate programs. Here you get to share items you love to tour readers or followers.

I am always excited to share new items that I get. Creating looks and playing dress up while earning some money for myself. The fun fact is that you don’t need a blog to join this program. All you need is a platform and your community to get you started.

So, let’s jump right into it.

Is Temu Legit?

Most of you may be wondering, is Temu a legit fashion brand. Yes the brand is super legit. Temu is a fashion and lifestyle brand that offers products that budget friendly. By budget friendly, I mean you can get items for a steal I.e. under $1.

I love to shop budget friendly brands. And of course, I am all about the fashion items. Other categories you can shop from Temu are home items, electronics, kitchen items etc. If you are looking for items to elevate your kitchen, check out Temu for affordable options.

Temu affiliate program, Why join?

Asides from the obvious reasons which is to make money. There are several reasons you need to sign up on Temu Affiliate program like Right now.

The platform is super easy to sign up. Although, it seems the program is not available in all countries. Anyhoo, the affiliate program is easy to sign up for. As soon as you sign up, all you need to do is to start promoting to earn commissions.

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Benefits of Temu affiliate program

There are so many perks of signing up for Temu program. One of which is access to free products for review. Yes, we love the free items to review.

So, if your niche is fashion, you get free clothes to check and share your option with your community or readers. You earn income for each click to the linked items. Sweet right.

As top earner for the brand, you stand a chance to win great prizes in the top 50 earners leaderboard. In this way, you are motivated to sell more to get rewarded for your hard work. Great right.

The interface is very easy to use. So you can easily search for specific items that you can share with your audience. For example, you can easily find links to items you are wearing or reviewing for your audience to shop easily. In this way you earn while doing what you love.

This applies to any niche. Like home goods, home improvement, DIY blogs or channels, Hair channel etc.

Lastly, you get to earn for also referring others to join the Temu Affiliate program. This I highly recommend, why leave money on the table when you can have it all.

To sign for the Temu Affiliate Program click here.

What to buy or promote on Temu?

Temu is an all inclusive lifestyle website. You can easily get anything to promote or buy for yourself. I am looking to work on my home office section. So, I will be linking some items that I am eyeing for this project.

You can shop for budget friendly quality hair, Heels or flats, clothes, accessories for women among other things. You will find items that will help you live your best life on a budget.

To start shopping on Temu, click here. And of course there is a discount code for you all. Use “fav26163” for an extra 30% off everything on Temu!️(Average price UNDER $10)

Feel free to comment if you’ve sign up for Temu affiliate program. If you’re yet to sign up, what are you doing? Ciao

Bracelets are one of my favorite fashion pieces of jewelry to dress up my outfits. You can elevate a basic outfit with a bracelet or any other fashion jewelry. What do you think of unique couples bracelets? I am so in love with these unique couples bracelets from Totwoo.

How can you make your distance relationship work? How can you keep in touch with your family overseas? One of the best ways to stay connected with your loved one is by using smart bracelets. In this post, I will share why you need these unique couples bracelets.

Why do you need Unique couples bracelets?

As a distance relationship couple there are so many ways to keep in touch. You can keep in touch online on Meta, Facetime, or other video chatting platforms. However, nothing beats touch and the feeling that you’re been thought of.

That is one of the main reasons I love this couple’s bracelet from Totwoo. My partner and I have been using this unique couple’s bracelet to stay in touch.

Although we are in the same city, this helps us stay connected while I go about my day at work and him doing his thing at home.

But life happens, you may want to move to a new city for work. This will take you far from your loved ones. These unique couples bracelets are just right for you.

It is perfect not just for couples but for you and your loved ones. This could be your best friend, your mother, or your child. if you need a great mothers Day gift idea, I highly recommend these unique couples bracelets from Totwoo. It is very luxurious and goes well with your formal as well as casual outfits.

How Does Totwoo Work?

Totwoo couples bracelets are very easy to sign up on. All you need to do is to sign up for the App on Playstore or app store. I use a Samsung device, so I downloaded the app from the App Store.

Add your phone and connect your bracelet. You can chat via the app with your loved ones. Also, I love the vibrations that mimic the touch feel. So, whenever your boo misses, they can send you a beep that vibrates to let you know you’re missed.

How cool is that? I am loving it. Plus it a perfect jewelry to style my outfits effortlessly.

Totwoo bracelets

Why do I like these bracelets? Trust me because it is a smart luxury bracelet with unique features. Also, it is easy to use and hydrophobic. So, you need not worry about losing its features to water.

There are several options available to shop. My couple’s bracelet is the sun and moon option. I love the gold and black options. However, you can choose the silver and black bracelets.

The sun bracelet is for men. Made in a color that he can easily style with his outfits. He can wear it for work or casual outings. It is a perfect finish for all his looks. On the other hand, the moon bracelet is for women.

I love the gold bracelet for women. Very unique and chic. You can wear the gold bracelet to elevate all your outfits effortlessly. So, if you need a smart bracelet that is stylish, I highly recommend Totwoo bracelets.

Other options of couple’s bracelets that are my favorites will be linked below for you. Get these unique couples bracelets and take your relationship to another level. Remember, with this bracelet, distance is not a limitation.

Comment below your favorite totwoo bracelets you’d be shopping for. Also, you can get this couple’s bracelets for your partner for mothers Day upcoming. It is a great option for Mother’s Day gift ideas to get for your spouse or mother. Ciao

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Are you your mother’s biggest fan? Of course, I am a mother too. So, I love to seek different mother’s day activities near me or for children. These mother’s day activities cost little or nothing to plan for your mother or wife.

Mothers are like precious stones and rare gems. Everyone holds their mum in high esteem. With this in mind, I know that I don’t need to remind you that mother’s day is around the corner. 

I find it fascinating that people struggle with coming up with ideas for mother’s day. They often lament that they wish to spend the day with their mum and have a splendid time. But they do not know what to do. In addition, they also desire to know about mother’s day activities that would not cost an arm and a leg. 

This year, I do not want you to spend mother’s day like any other regular day. It should be a special day for you and your mum. So, I have curated a list of mother’s day activities that cost nothing to do. 

Best Mother’s day activities to do on a budget.

As you plan your mother’s day activities, you need to pick out the right outfit for an outing. Check out these best mother’s day outfit ideas to wear. Also, you can opt to give your mothers some of the best gift ideas for her to make her day special.

Below are some of the fun things to do on mother’s day. In no particular order, they are:

Serve her breakfast in bed

Why don’t you let your mum start her day with breakfast in bed? Yes, mothers also deserve to be spoiled as the idea of having breakfast in bed shouldn’t be limited to lovers alone. 

Take time to curate a special breakfast for your mother on mother’s day. It should contain some of her favorite meals and fruits. One option is to give her a yogurt breakfast meal. Love a great yogurt meal.

Your effort is what would make this achievable. So, you need to wake up early, put it together, and have it ready before she wakes up. 

Trust me, it would put a smile on her face and would be a memory she would treasure for a long time!

Backyard BBQ

Another mother’s day activity that costs nothing to do is to have a backyard bbq. As long as you have edible items in the house, you can make this possible. 

It is a simple idea you can do in your backyard or compound. So, you do not need to stress about looking for a location. 

By hosting a backyard bbq, your mum is surrounded by loved ones and everyone would have happy moments. It is also important to ensure that you have speakers as music helps to enhance the moment. 

It would be one of the best mother’s day celebrations for your mum.  

Make a memory book

It’s time to get to work and source for pictures you have taken with your mum over the years. It’s easy to lose track of moments, but having a memory book helps you to relive these moments whenever you want. 

Therefore, you should have a compilation of different pictures and customize them in a cute way that your mother would love. Mothers are not always after how expensive things are as they appreciate the little things, especially when you put in the effort. 

You’ll notice that your mum would always have the memory book close by and would even showcase it to people who come around.  

Baking

Baking is one-way people can always bond, and you should also try out this activity with your mum on mother’s day. Instead of having a mother’s day without any activity, you should utilize your kitchen and pantry and get baking with your mum. 

You’ll have lots of fun when engaging in this activity, and you’ll even learn new recipes while you’re at it. Trust me, there is always something new to learn when you’re in the kitchen with your mum. 

You wouldn’t even know how time would fly when you engage in this activity with your mother on mother’s day. It will be one for the memory book. 

Binge on movies

If you’re looking for a no-cost activity to do with your mum on mother’s day, you should binge on movies. Why do you have movie streaming platforms if you’re not going to utilize them? It is a great option for staycation ideas for mother’s day.

Give your mum the chance to pick the movies, and spend the day watching them with her. Through this activity, you’ll even learn your mum’s favorite movie genres. 

You’ll get to feel all types of emotions when you binge on movies with your mum. You’ll be glad that you engaged in this activity. It is one of the best bonding activities to do with your mum, especially on mother’s day. 

Have a reading contest

Is your mother a lover of books? If yes, you do not need to worry so much about what to do on mother’s day. Instead, you can host a reading contest in the house. 

Get a number of novels and share them with your mother. You both should do a reading contest on the number of books you can finish within a particular period. 

This activity can span throughout the week, helping you create memories that extend beyond mother’s day. You also get to see the competitive side of your mum through this activity. Although I’d be rooting for you, I can be sure that your mother would emerge the winner. 

This is also a fun thing to do if you’re in isolation as a family or with your friends virtually.

Create a playlist

I always see people curating a special playlist for their lovers. So, it becomes laughable when these same people complain that they do not know what mother’s day activities to do. 

Did mummy tell you that she is allergic to listening to music? As your mum, I’m sure you would know the type of songs she loves. So, start creating that special playlist for her now. 

Of course, you wouldn’t need to use the money to create a playlist. It is a mother’s day activity that costs nothing to do. Also, it gives you a chance to bring your mother up to date with music streaming platforms. 

Solve a puzzle and other board games 

What can I do on mother’s day? If you have board games and puzzles, you shouldn’t be asking this question as you already have your answer! 

You can decide to engage your mum in a healthy competition of board games. It could be any board game of choice. What matters is that you and your mum have fun while at this activity. 

It helps you see your mum in another light, and trust me, you’ll be happy that you brought out her youthful side again. You do not want to miss the fuzziness that comes with engaging in this activity.  

Games are very beneficial to you as a person. Check these benefits of playing games you never knew about.

Take online dancing classes

When I tell people that they can take dance classes with their mums, they look at me with a certain side-eye. Understandably, I know that it costs quite a bit to enroll in dance classes. However, the beauty of technology is such that we now have online dance classes. 

So, you can spend the day with your mum learning new dance moves from platforms like YouTube. Once you both have learned the dance steps, you can turn them into a challenge. 

Your mum might be older, but I feel she would bust those moves better than you would! I’d be happy for you to prove me wrong though. 

Engage in online window shopping

You might not have the money to plunge into shopping. But that doesn’t mean that you cannot engage in online window shopping. There are many e-commerce sites for you to scroll through with your mum. Yes, a little bit of window shopping doesn’t hurt anyone. 

While window shopping, you can save items that your mum loves in your cart. Then, you can gradually get these items at a later time when you have the money for them. 

It is a simple activity that helps you and your mum bond better. The banter while looking at various items would also be top-notch. You can go window shopping online at these sites like shein and sites like Aliexpress. If possible, you may just check out the items you love. This is one of the best mother’s day activities to do. And of course, I love shopping online.

Take the chores off her

We can never quantify how much our mums mean to us or the work that they do. Even as they get older, they never seem to take a break. Mothers would also find one way or the other to do things and still complain about feeling stressed. 

On mother’s day, one of the best things to do or the best gifts to give her would be to take the chores off her. Yes, you might have a busy schedule. However, you can clear your schedule and volunteer to do the chores that day. 

It also gives your mum the perfect chance to sleep in and get the rest she has been desiring. Even if she tries to fight against it, ensure that you do not give in. She deserves all the rest she can get. 

Go for a walk

When was the last time you went for a walk with your mum? 

As we grow older the responsibilities increase and life gets in the way. Unintentionally, we spend less time with our parents and do not engage in bonding activities with them. 

Although bonding with your mum isn’t reserved for mother’s day alone, that day gives you the opportunity to make it happen. Sadly, many of my friends couldn’t give an answer to the last time they took walks with their mums. 

The answer should change this year. Go for a walk with your mum and do a little bit of gossip on the way. Mothers always have loads of gist to share!

Watch the sunset together

One of the most refreshing and relaxing no-cost mother’s day activities to do with your mum is to watch the sunset together. There is a certain peace that comes with engaging in this activity. It is one of those activities you never knew you needed until you engage in it. 

Watching the sunset is almost like meditating. It gives you both the opportunity to reflect on things, share laughs, and even shed some tears. If there are issues to resolve, it is the perfect time to do so. 

You and your mum will feel lighter and refreshed after engaging in this activity. 

Share stories under the moonlight 

Nothing like a little gossip time with your mum. Irrespective of your gender, you wouldn’t want the moment to stop once you start sharing stories with your mum. These stories are usually one every and anything. 

It could be stories from her younger years, things she did as a child that she may have forgotten, etc. It is usually one of the best moments as you may get to learn some of your mums’ secrets. 

Suppose mummy was a party chic in her younger years. If you think you are currently bougie, you’ll get to know that you’re a learner in the presence of your mum. 

Sharing stories under the stars and moonlight is one of the most intimate mother’s day activities that costs nothing to do. You can also drink wine to savor and enjoy the moment. 

Indoor treasure hunt

It doesn’t matter what you get for your mum for mother’s day. What matters is the thought and effort. 

So, you can decide to engage your mum in a game of treasure hunt within the house on mother’s day. The treasure could even be that you cooked her favorite meal and hid it somewhere. 

Use this game to keep her busy and excited while she anticipates the treasure. She will be glad to indulge in it. And even in months and years to come, she would always share the story with people. 

Do not let anyone pressure you into doing what you cannot afford on mother’s day. Instead, the goal should be to appreciate all the mother figures in your life and make them know that they are significant to you. 

These Mother’s day activities would help you bond better with them and create enjoyable memories! A bonus mother’s day activity I would highly recommend is to have a picnic at the park. This I love to do. All I have to do is to find any parks near me and go for a fun picnic as a couple or for mother’s day. Feel free to share other fun mother’s day activities you can do on a budget.

Do you shop on Aliexpress? Aliexpress is one of the best cheap sites to shop for budget-friendly clothes for women. I love them. So I decided to share other best sites like Aliexpress or aliexpress alternatives so that you can get your value for your money.

As with every online shopping site, Aliexpress is either a hit or a miss. However, I have tested the waters to recommend the below best sites like Aliexpress for you to shop from. I love these brands for all my fashion needs, clothes, shoes, bags, etc. Also, read my post on how to shop online for any product category.

At one point, most of my friends believed that I was addicted to Aliexpress. During my free time, you’d find me on the app, surfing through, and there was always something to catch my eye. 

Although I always bought an array of items from Aliexpress, my biggest guilty pleasure was clothes. Honestly, I don’t think one can have enough clothes. And Aliexpress gave the best deals on clothes. 

So once I get my salary, you can be sure to see me on Aliexpress. 

Although I’m not so much addicted to shopping on Aliexpress anymore, I still go there from time to time. Also, I’ve discovered other best sites like Aliexpress for buying budget-friendly clothes. 

I believe that we all have to look good this year as looking good is good business. So, I’ll be sharing Aliexpress alternatives to buy budget-friendly clothes. 

Best sites like Aliexpress

Below are some of the tested and tried sites like Aliexpress to shop. My favorite of them all is everything5 pounds. I love this brand a lot for wardrobe basics. So, if you’re looking to build your wardrobe on a budget, everything5pounds is my go-to.

Another favorite of mine for the best sneaker for women is Chicme. If you need sneakers that will go viral each year on a budget, chicme fashion is your plug.

1. ChicMe

There are many things I love about this site, starting from the fact that it is strictly for women’s clothing. Another thing that endears them to my heart is the fact that you’d always find one discount or the other when you go on the site. 

From regular clothing to sexy clothing, you’ll find it all on ChicMe. It is almost impossible to go on this site and not see something that would catch your eye. 

My cart on this site is always full due to the fair pricing. I recommend it if you’re looking for a site that gives you an array of options. I did a review of this brand recently for a haul that I got, click to watch on my channel.

Chicme fashion is offering 70% off $170 spend all year. Click here to shop this chicme deal before they sell out.

Click here to buy similar from Chicme

2. Shein

I know you would have already guessed that Shein would make my list. But can you blame me? The prices of clothing on this website are super budget-friendly and it has quickly become one of the top brands for clothing. 

Shein presents itself as a home for everyone. From women to men to children, there is a fashion item for you on Shein. 

I super love the durability of the clothes I have gotten from Shein. Some of them look simple, but they leave me looking classy and extravagant. 

If you have a particular style in mind, I’m sure that you’d see it on Shein. You can also check out my post on sites like shein you can shop.

3. Asos

One of the superpowers that Asos has that endears many people is that they deliver worldwide. I’m always relaxed and happy wherever I shop on Asos because I’m assured that I can get my items, irrespective of my location. 

There is also the fact that Asos is unisex and has made a name for itself. Their prices are not overly exorbitant. So, it is right to say that it is one of the best sites like Aliexpress to buy budget-friendly clothes. 

If you’re looking to get dinner gowns or sophisticated dresses, you can get them on Asos and the options are amazing!

4. Zara

Did you know that you can get luxury on a budget? 

I initially felt that I needed to have lots of money before I could shop on a site like Zara. So, I kept avoiding the website, waiting for when I’d have ‘enough money.’

You can imagine my surprise the day I mistakenly clicked on the site and saw that the prices were not as bad as I had imagined. No one needed to tell me twice to add this site to my list of clothing websites. 

Zara has been coming through for me, giving me the desired rich aunty vibes and more. 

5. Yesstyle

Remember how I said that this is the year to look good? I mean it and I want it for everyone. 

YesStyle is one of my favorite places to shop because they have trendy fashion clothing. If you’re looking to stay up to trend with fashion styles, you should shop from Yesstyle. 

The clothes are affordable and super chic. The clothes on this website can make one look young and that is the plan for this year. 

If you’re ever confused about clothes that are in vogue, you should browse through their website. I’m sure you’d find something trendy that suits your style. I have a discount code you can use to get some money off your order. Use my YesStyle discount code: Stylez20 for 5% off at no extra cost to you.

Although I love to buy clothes from Yesstyle, my favorite thing to shop for is K-beauty skincare products. This brand sells some of the best skincare products for all skin types you need ASAP. Check out their beauty section for skincare & makeup products to shop for on a budget. Click here to shop on YesStyle.

6. Everything5pounds

I’m sure you do not want to know the number of hours I spend on this site. But you’d also do the same thing if you were me. 

Everything on this website is super affordable. I’m always in awe when they do discounts and slash their already affordable prices. The fact that it often feels too good to be true is one of the things I love about them. 

It’s easy to get carried away and want to shop everything on the site due to the budget-friendly clothes. Every time I go on this site, there is something waiting for me. And, it is a unisex site!

Click here to buy similar dresses from Everything5pounds

7. Meshki

The look and feel of this site scream luxury. The items you would see scream class. And you know that you’d still be super comfortable when you wear them. 

The fact that these luxury clothing are budget-friendly is something that still leaves me amazed. No matter how many times I have shopped on Meshki, the prices still fascinate me. I often wonder how luxury can go for such affordable prices. 

Now, I understand why they say we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. You may want to cower away from this site because of its luxurious feel. However, the prices are one of the best you’d find out there. 

Meshki has ongoing sales of up to 74% off archive & limited edition styles, click here to shop. Ends on February 28.

Click here to skirt set from Meshki

8. Egoshoes UK

From the name of this site, it is easy to think or believe that they only focus on shoes. But they have an array of female items that will leave you impressed. 

I would say that I am in love with all their collections, even though their shoes appeal to me the most. Again, the prices of items on this site are unbelievable, and I mean it in a good way.

I always get excited to come across good deals and this site is one of the best I have found in a while. It would be selfish of me not to recommend it. 

EgoShoes UK is one of my best sites like Aliexpress to buy designer dupe. If you love designers but can’t afford the real deal or pre-loved options, go for designer dupes on EgoShoes UK.

Click here to buy a mini Kelly Hermes designer dupe from Ego Shoes

9. Bonanza

If you’re looking for one of the best sites like Aliexpress, you should check out this site. It has an array of items to choose from. But, I’d like to focus on the clothes section for the purpose of this article. 

As the name implies, they sell their clothes at ‘Bonanza’ prices. Don’t fret if you ever doubt the prices of clothes on this site. I’ve been in the same situation many times. 

I also love that the affordable prices of the clothes do not reduce the quality. So, you are getting the best items for the best prices. See? It is a win-win situation for you!

10. Taobao

I don’t even need to say much about this site. Once you go on it, you’d agree that it works exactly like Aliexpress. And the prices there would make you scream out of excitement. 

There is no style of clothing you need that you can’t find on Taobao. From casual clothes to corporate dresses, swimwear, etc. It is indeed a home of options and you would love to shop from them. 

Another site like Aliexpress for designer dupes is DH gate. This brand is popular among fashion girls for designer alternatives. However, I don’t recommend them because their website is not user-friendly.

Feel free to comment on other best sites like Aliexpress to shop from. Also mention below which of these best sites like Aliexpress is your favorite to shop for cheap clothes.