Mother’s Day is quickly approaching…
and with it, the chance to give something a little more thoughtful.
This year, I wanted to create something a little different.
Not a guide built around products — but around feeling.
Because when it comes to gifting, it’s never really about what it is.
It’s about how it makes her feel.
So instead of categories, we’ve created a gentle edit for every kind of mum.
A way to find something that feels like her.
For the Dreamer
She lives in soft moments and daydreams.
Drawn to beauty, romance, and a little bit of escape.
Think delicate florals, soft musks, and gentle layers that linger.
A scent that feels like slowing down, even just for a moment.
For the On-The-Go
She’s always moving, always doing…
but still finds small moments in between.
Effortless, easy-to-reach pieces that bring instant calm.
A fresh scent she can carry with her, wherever the day takes her.
For the Mindful
She moves with intention.
Grounded, present, and deeply connected to her rituals.
Earthy woods, subtle spice, and calming blends designed to bring her back to herself.
A quiet pause, woven into her everyday.
Her home is her sanctuary.
Slow mornings, cosy evenings, and everything in between.
Uplifting, yet calming scents that fill a space with comfort.
The kind you light, spritz, or diffuser… and instantly exhale.
No matter who she is, the most meaningful gifts aren’t just things —
they’re the rituals she returns to, again and again.
The small moments of pause.
The familiar scent at the end of the day.
The feeling of being held, even in the busiest seasons.
Explore the full Gift Guide: For Mums and find something that feels just right for her.
About the author.
Hailey Vukadinovic is the Founder and Creative Director of saide, an Australian fragrance house built on the belief that everyday rituals should feel both grounding and luxurious. With a background in creating high-quality, clean fragrances, Hailey blends artistry and intention to design scents that transform spaces and moments into something memorable.
When she’s not developing new collections, you’ll find her exploring coastal towns and cute cafés, taking road trips, and finding inspiration in nature and the art of slow living. Through saide, Hailey hopes to share that same sense of calm, beauty, and connection with others - one fragrance at a time.