Mom-ology 101: Gift Her True Nature

April 16, 2025By Marny Bassett

Let’s take a moment to retire the myth of the “one-size-fits-all” Mother’s Day gift. You know the type: a vaguely floral candle. Lotion that smells suspiciously like fruit pie. A tea sampler that feels less like a gesture of love and more like someone panicked in a checkout line.

Are they bad gifts? No. But are they her?

Do they say, “I see you, keeper of the emergency snacks and secret wisdom, lover of fine wine and dirty jokes, and whose taste in music is, frankly, aspirational”?

Probably not.

This year, give her something with a little more... accuracy. Jewelry that matches her energy. Accessories that get her references. Pieces that say: I know the vibe, and I respect it deeply.

Because every mom has a mood. She’s not a Hallmark card. She’s a full-length novel. And in our kaleidoscopic, wildly expressive Holly Yash world, there’s something perfect for every chapter.

Let’s begin.

The Earth Mama

Archetype: Moon journaler. Sandalwood enthusiast. Thinks brunch is a social construct. She probably owns a singing bowl. Or ten. She once told you the trees talk back. Her style is flowing, flaxen, deeply connected to the earth—and not averse to a little sparkle if it’s responsibly sourced and ethically enchanted. Give her: Luna Pendant Earrings — because she checks the moon app more than her email. Luna Pendant Necklace — because her aura has its own gravitational pull. Piper Scarf — perfect for wrapping up a crystal or shielding third-eye energy on windy days.

The Adventure Mom

Archetype: Hiking boots in the backseat. Backpack with too many carabiners. Your emergency contact. She lives at REI but dresses like a Joni Mitchell lyric on vacation. She believes in rising with the sun and falling asleep under Orion’s belt. Jewelry for her must pass the “can I wear this on a glacier and still look good in a selfie?” test. Give her: Aster Necklace — like an artistic compass that points to joy. Petite Plumeria Drop Earrings — windproof, waterproof, approval-from-mountaintop-marmot proof. Odette Narrow Split Cuff Bracelet— beautiful and basically built for basecamp.

Aster Necklace

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$130.00

Petite Plumeria Drop Earrings

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$55.00

Odette Narrow Split Cuff Bracelet

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$55.00

Petite Plumeria Post Earrings

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$55.00

The Social Mom

Archetype: Hostess in sequins. Gift-bag originator. Sends handwritten thank-you notes before dessert is served. She’s in 23 separate WhatsApp groups. She doesn’t need a social calendar, she IS a social calendar. Every wine bar within 50 miles knows her name—and her order. Give her: Mardi Earrings — bold enough for midnight selfies. Mardi Necklace— just the right amount of drama for high-glam entrances. Dancing Butterfly Long Capiz Shell Box — Because one social butterfly deserves another.

Mardi Earrings

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$80.00

Mardi Necklace

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$150.00

Dancing Butterfly Long Capiz Shell Box

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$30.00

Dancing Circle Earrings

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$65.00

The CEO Mom

Archetype: Color-coded calendar. Asks for a KPI on your weekend plans. Sleeps with a laptop under her pillow. She’s efficient, elegant, and allergic to clutter. Her accessories do not jingle. Her style is timeless with a touch of contemporary armor—pieces that say “I close deals and gift-wrap snacks.” Give her: Zara Bar Necklace — sculptural minimalism that means business. Petra Earrings — elegant geometry for her perfectly streamlined life. Magnolia Square Silk Scarf — the power tie, reimagined.

Zara Bar Necklace

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$90.00

Petra Earrings

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$60.00

Magnolia Square Silk Scarf

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$80.00

Delia Scarf

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$56.00 $70.00

The Stylish Mom

Archetype: Closet organized by color. Treats flea markets like treasure hunts. Can identify a ‘40s Bakelite bangle in a pile of junk at 30 paces. She’s more moodboard than mall. Always ahead of the trend, but never hostage to it. Jewelry for her must be both a conversation piece and a collector’s item. Give her: Stella Starburst Ring— galactic chic for the woman who knows the cosmos are fashion’s best accessory. Flora Bracelet — vibrant, painterly, borderline museum-worthy. Deco Shell Storage Pouch — because her baubles need a travel itinerary.

Stella Starburst Ring

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$65.00

Flora Bracelet

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$175.00

Deco Shell Storage Pouch

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$28.00

Mila Earrings

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$85.00

The Sports Mom

Archetype: Can set up a sideline tent by herself in 60 seconds. Knows every ref by name. Keeps her first-aid kit stocked like a tactical mission. She’s got spirit, snacks, and probably a well-worn team hoodie that looks… kinda chic on her? She needs jewelry that’s wearable, versatile, and doesn’t get in the way of a good high-five. Give her: Holly Yashi Signature Earrings — they won’t get caught in a whistle lanyard. Everyday Bangle — Stacked with 2 or 3 for flair that won’t get in the way of keeping score. Luna Jewelry Roll — keeps her favorite pieces safe and secure, plus has extra sleeves for band-aids and alcohol wipes.

Holly Yashi Signature Earrings

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$50.00

Everyday Bangle

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$50.00

Everyday Bangle

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$50.00

Luna Jewelry Roll

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$30.00

The Artistic Mom

Archetype: Paint under her nails. Red eyeglasses - always. Shawls and overalls are her love language. She taught you how to see the beauty in peeling paint, shadows on the sidewalk, and the way lavender blooms lean toward the sun. Her jewelry needs to be tactile. Expressive. Intuitive. A little odd in the best possible way. Give her: Alyssa Earrings — joyful texture meets jubilant color meets artistic florals. Birth Flower Necklace — because everything’s brighter when she adds her personal touch. Dappled Maple Vest — she might wear it. She might frame it. She might sew it into a quilt. You don’t know. That’s the point.

Alyssa Earrings

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$90.00

Dappled Maples Vest

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$130.00 $150.00

Customizable Birth Flower Necklace

$50.00

Rip Tide Earrings

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$75.00

There’s no such thing as “just jewelry.”

At least not here. Holly Yashi pieces are wearable postcards. Love notes in niobium. Little celebrations of the art of being oneself—and sharing that self with the world. And really, isn’t that what every mom taught us to do?