Mom's the Word

The Busy Mom
Regina Dorsett, proprietor of Twins Design Christmas has called on many of her fashion-savvy friends to gather together under one roof for a Mother’s Day Shopping Extravaganza. Regina and pals will be on hand at her store, on May 6 from 10:00 a.m. till 7:00 p.m. The following is a sample of a few of the 25 vendors you will see: Raintree Boutique, Mercedes Pilegge, Kelly Kathleen Designs, Andrea Scheinn, Essence Linda Oneal, and Melissa Deer.

Location:
Twins Design Christmas
5005 Larkin

The Modern Mom
Muse Boutique is hosting Texas native, Mary Nichols’ Spring 2010 Collection trunk show three-day event in celebration of Mother’s Day. Influenced by fashion at an early age, Nichols fled from our wonderful state in site of the NYC dream. She attended Parsons the New School for Design and was fortunate enough to receive training from fashion well-known’s such as Theory and Calvin Klein Collection. Visit Muse and see her handmade totes, colorful clutches and top handle bags, inspired by city living and constructed of fine leather.
Details…..
May 6 & 7, 10am-6pm and May 8, 11am-6pm
Muse Boutique, 2411 West Alabama

The Techie Mom
No matter if she is tech-savvy or a tech-novice, fashion your mom with the latest high-tech gadgets that will simplify her life. Whether it’s the newest 3G Apple iPad, filled with tons of useful applications, including the how-to’s of making her own special Mac Photobook, or the Sirius Tabletop Internet Radio, flooding with her favorite tunes, this list of 12 high-tech gifts will satisfy your mother in immeasurable ways.
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The Gourmet Mom
How better to celebrate Mom and give her a cookin’ break than gathering for brunch/lunch or dinner at one of her fave eating establishments. Tony’s is offering a special pre-fixe menu, $49/adults, $25/kids from 11:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. For a little more casual fare, dine on the patio at Ciao Bello, offering Open Menu all day from 11:00 a.m. till 9:00 p.m.

The Sweet Mom
Give momma some sugar this Sunday with Dessert Gallery’s special Mother’s Day gifts, cakes, cookies and cupcakes. Pre-order your sweets by Thursday, May 6th or visit the store. The tasty treats will go fast so don’t hesitate! Open Saturday and Sunday but a stop-by early Saturday will guarantee the best selection.

The Sexy MomOf course, that’s possible! “Sex in the City 2” Jewelry designer, Rodrigo Otazu’s collection as worn by Carrie and Samantha in the newest flick, will be available this Friday and Saturday, May 7 and 8 from 11 to 6pm at Tanglewood Gifts and Stationery 5750 Woodway, Houston.

*Making memories for Mom, Farrah Braniff special for Chic Sheet Readers
If it’s true that a picture is worth a thousand words, a picture of “Mom’s Finest” (her bambinos or grand-bambinos!) says love to her in mega ways. Call or email Farrah Braniff, family-photographer extraordinaire, mention THE CHIC SHEET and receive a complimentary photo sitting ($185 value). Don’t delay, they grow so fast! You must contact Farrah by June 15, 2010 for this very special offer.

Image provided by Farrah Braniff Photography