She’s the lady who kissed your childhood boo-boos, displayed your finger-paintings on the refrigerator, and proudly sent you off to college with a tearful hug. We at Beyond Beauty Basics know that when it comes to lavishing presents on Mom, you won’t settle for anything less than spectacular.  Take a peek at our gift guide and get inspired for this year’s Mother’s Day.

1. A Heavenly Scent

We’ll admit that Mummy Dearest is sometimes stubborn about her choice of perfumes (hey, if you’d been wearing Chanel No. 5 since the 70s, you’d be picky too!) but we’re willing to take a gamble on this warm floral fragrance from Marc Jacobs. The fresh aroma includes notes of pink peppercorn, grapefruit and vanilla, and comes in a beautiful violet bottle adorned with a rose cap. Lola Marc Jacobs, $65 for a 1.7 oz bottle, sephora.com

2. Sweet Treats

While we agree that homemade cookies and cakes are sublime, sometimes that killer work week won’t allow for a baking spectacle. That’s why we like this no-muss no-fuss lemon extravaganza with cream cheese frosting from veryvera.com. This elegant dessert can be delivered anywhere in the U.S.A. and won’t leave you with a kitchen full of dirty dishes. $50, at veryvera.com

3. A Trip to the Park

We love the spring cherry blossoms, cactus collection, and glass aquatic plant house at the century-old Brooklyn Botanic Garden. But if you’re not in the NYC area, take advantage of your local green spots and consider packing a picnic for your day with Mom. Make the day even more special with sandwiches, ice cold lemonade, and a cozy blanket.

4. A Bold Summer Accessory

We’re partial to gorgeous colors, like the ones on this floral print chiffon wrap from Diane Von Furstenberg, $165, at Nordstrom.com. The colorful print will jazz up a casual tank top without adding any extra bulk (great for those humid summer days!)

5. A Gift Certificate for a Cooking Class

We know Mother makes a mean mac n’ cheese, but how about her French culinary repertoire? Search for an interesting cooking class in your community, like the “Sweet and Savory French Tart” class at the International Culinary Institute in NYC. At this recreational class, students learn to make classic quiche tartlets and pistachio apricot puff pastry from local chefs. $100, iceculinary.com

6.  Jewelry

Search the web and peruse local vintage shops for a piece of jewelry that meshes well with Mom’s personality. We like the bohemian vibe on these lovely opaque lavender teardrop earrings from Layla Grace, and the price isn’t too shabby, either; $31, at laylagrace.com

7. A Spa Treatment

Feel free to choose something more adventurous than the classic massage; we’re fans of the delicious ginger and cinnamon scrub at L’ Institut Sothys. The essential oils and yummy smelling spices make this exfoliation a pleasant experience for your nose and body. $75 for thirty minutes, sothyspa.com.