10 DOPE Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for your Awesome Mom.

People from all over the world read this blog, but I know a select few actually know my mom personally and everyone seems to have the same idea of her… SHE’S AMAZING!!! She has this spirit that just catches immediately when you are in her presence. It is the spirit of “YOU… I like you. And I want to be your friend.” She could turn the DMV guy (you know how much we hate them) into an instant friend in 2 seconds flat.

Have you ever met someone like this? Maybe your mom is dope as hell in this way too. Well, if you have a mom that is as amazing as mine, than you know that you can’t just give her some whack gift from the Target Easter clearance section. She deserves the world and all the universes combined!

So I have solved the problem! Check out these 10 Mother’s Day gifts and experiences that are all super unique and your mom will LOVE them. Please note, this blog is based in Portland and some of the experiences are exclusive to this city. However, check and see if there is something similar in a city near you!

The Gift of Survival – For the Practical Mom

I absolutely DESPISE a bland gift. I hate giving them that is. I just like something that is more unique. Especially for someone who I love and adore. Save the bland ones for your lame boss. HA! This gift idea is sort of out-of-the-box. But get her something that will help her with survival skills. For example, does she know how to swim? If not, get her a private swimming lesson. Does your mom constantly talk about the nukes and how Trump is going to destroy the world? Gift her with a survival kit full of ALL the necessities to help ease some of her fears. There are a million different things you could do with a survival gift! Did I get your creative juices flowin? I sure hope so.

2. The Gift that Gives Back – For the Giving Mom

Does she cry at the “save the snow leopards” commercials? Me too mom. Me too! Maybe this year, gift her with an actual donation to WWF and save those damn snow leopards so we don’t have to watch the commercials anymore and cry. There are TONS of charities that you can donate to. Choose one that she is passionate about!

3. MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION BOXES!!! – For the mom that loves surprises

BEST GIFT EVER! There is a plethora of subscription box ideas out there. Pick one that is unique to your mom’s interests and sign her up for a month or so. It’s exciting to get something new in the mail each month. One that is absolutely PERFECT for Mother’s Day is mommymailbox. It’s less than $30/month and your mom will get fun and uplifting gifties in a box. She will LOVE it. Kick it up a knotch and print off the voucher for her subscription box by getting a fancy card, with a thoughtful expression of your love for her handwritten inside, and attach some fresh flowers with it. Keep it cute, keep it grown and sexy, and keep it thoughtful.

4. HIGH TEA — For the sophisticated mom

If I didn’t know better, I think in a past life I actually was the black queen of England sipping my tea and thoughly enjoying my 3 tiers of delectables. I am a tea drinking SNOB!! I absolutely LOVE tea and cannot get enough of it. Nothing makes me happier than being in a high tea situation. Gift your mom with the experience of high tea. Just make sure you book EARLY because these sort of afternoon tea experiences book FAST. Especially here in Portland. The only true English tea experience that I am aware of in Portland is at Hotel Delux. This service is offered year round. The Heathman offers a high tea also, but only during the holidays. There may be some other tea options outside of Portland such as in Salem, Vancouver, Eugene… but in Portland the Hotel Deluxe is where it’s at. BOOK ASAP!!!!!

5. Pole Dancing Classes – For the Sexy Mom

She may have not told you she wanted to do this, but now that she has a gift to do it now is her chance! Give her the opportunity to get into shape in a unique way. Going to the gym and doing the same routine each time can get OLD. This is sure to stir things up a bit and maybe even give her a new obsession. Who cares if your mom wants to be in a pole dancing class!! Let the woman LIVE!!!! Click here for info

6. Tickets to a Lecture — For the Educated Mom

There are so many gurus out there that people follow. Help moisturize her mind by this awesome gift idea. Who is your fave guru that you would like to see? I’m really curious about Tony Robbins. The dude is a mad man, but with his infectious energy I might come out 10 pounds lighter, moisturized, $10,000 richer with a billion dollar business partner in hand. Let’s do this banana hands! (Shallow Hal reference lol) Here are some lectures in the Portland area.

7. A Photoshoot — For the mom that loves the spotlight

When is the last time your mom had her picture taken professionally? Give her the gift of professional photos of you & her together. What mom doesn’t love showing off photos of her family. This gift is ideal…. INSERT BUSINESS PLUG HERE… so of course as a photographer, I am offering you an incredible deal. $50 mini sessions at the studio for you and your mom. Click here to contact me and to see my website!

8. A Fitting for a GOOD bra — For the mom with big boobs

Sorry sons, but this is a true dilemma that moms with big boobs have! Bras just don’t FIT!!! Set up a fitting so she can get some GOOD underwear and keep her girls looking good. I am telling you, this gift will be THRILLING to really any woman that wants a good bra. As a mom with big boobs, this is something that I struggle with. These things are a blessing and a curse. The gift of no boobie muffin top would be greatly appreciated. If you are in the Portland area check out Just Like a Woman located on the Westside.

9. Dining in the Dark — For the Foodie Mom

I’m not one that keeps up with the trends or anything like that, but this trend is one that is actually a great gift idea. Treat your mom to Dining in the Dark at The Blind Cafe! It is JUST that. You eat in pitch black DARKNESS. The idea is that without the sense of sight, your other senses are heightened therefore creating a very unique eating experience. We are so driven to eat things that LOOK good, but what if that part is removed? The experience in Portland is offered at various times throughout the year and the meals are all vegetarian. Following the experience there is a discussion on community related issues. It’s cool to discuss your thoughts with fellow citizens. Plus this is a (501) C 3 Organization so you are giving back to a good cause. This is oh so very Portland and the foodie in her will LOVE This.

10. Luxury Laundry Detergent- For the clean freak mom

This may sound really weird to give as a gift but hear me out. My mom is obsessed with keeping things neat and tidy. She actually gets true pleasure from keeping her space clean. Is your mom like this? If so, treat her to some luxurious laundry detergent from The Laundress. This detergent is small batch and handmade in NYC. It is non-toxic, biodegradable AND you can use it not only to wash your clothes, but you can use it to clean your entire home! Your mom will absolutely LOVE this product. Make it into a cute gift basket, with several different products from their line.

If these ideas don’t get you to think outside the box, you always have old faithful…. a beautiful bouquet of flowers. They always bring a smile to their faces. NEVER FAILS!

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HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY MOMS!!!!!!!!!!

Cheers,

Sarah

8 Deliciously Fun Rosé Inspired Gift Ideas for your Bestie

Hey girl, HEEEEY! Nothing screams Spring more than an icey cold glass of pink Rosé. Share your obsession of this pink delight with your friends and become the friend some wish they always had. Sip sip HOORAY!

Did you know that my photography company Sharp Pix offers sexy boudoir parties? What is a boudoir party? It is a fun event where you gather your closest girlfriends, drink wine, take sexy ass pictures, and have a grand ole time. Sound like fun? Of course it does!!!! Check out these Rosé ideas below and learn more!

Rosé Gummies

What once had a massive wait list of 18K, has now made these sweet mosels of rosé goodness available to everyone! You can choose from small, large, bulk, or tester size. So depending on how much your bff love’s rosé, you have a few options! Go BIG or you know the rest. Found at Sugarfina.

2. Rosé ALL DAY Boudoir Party

Sharp Pix is my photography company and I offer all inclusive, sexy, and fun as hell Rosé ALL DAY themed boudoir parties. What does this mean? Get your bridal party together and come out for a day of sexy photos, rosé wine on tap, treats and crazy bachelorette fun. You can go as luxurious as you would like! We have all the options available to make your party POP. Make this a night the bride will never forget… or maybe she will forget like I did. Which only means the party was totally LIT.

3. Rosé Beach Towel

Spring/Summer is just around the corner so your rose loving friend will definitely use this one! Check out Yes Way Rose for all kinds of rosé gift ideas.

4. Rosé Shoes

I HATE having to put on shoes to go outside to grab the mail or whatever. So these simple slip ons are the perfect solution and testament to your love for rose! They are found on Amazon. SLAAAAY!

5. Rosé Floor Mat

Let all your guests know how much you love the pink libation each and every time they come over to visit. You can find this at the adorable Etsy Store Be There in Five

6. Rosé Wine Tote

What better gift to give a Rosé lover than a wine tote! Kick it up a knotch and put a couple bottles in there for them to enjoy. Do a sparkling and a regular to keep it sexy. Found on Etsy from The Pepper Mill Shop

7. Cake Donuts

Love to bake? Make your BFF some homemade Rosé Cake Donuts from scratch! This simple recipe is sure to wow anyone. Make sure to save one for yourself. Recipe & photo from SIVAN AYLA

What You Need // Yields 12 donuts

2 cups cake flour, sifted
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tspns baking powder
1/4 tspn ground nutmeg
1 tspn salt
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tblspn butter, melted
2 tblspns rosé

What To Do:

Preheat oven to 425º
Spray a donut pan with vegetable cooking spray.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt. Add buttermilk, eggs, rosé, and butter. Beat until just combined. Fill each pan cavity approximately 2/3 full.
Bake 7-9 minutes, or until the tops of the donuts spring back when touched.
Let cool in pan for 4-5 minutes before removing.

8. Rosé Body Polish

Nothing makes me feel better than a nice long and luxurious bubble bath. Kick your cleansing game up with this awesome body polish! You will smell delicious. Found at Anthropologie.

There you have it! Some awesome and unique Rosé gift ideas for your bffs. But as I always say, do yourself a favor and TREAT ‘YO SELF! You deserve it.

Cheers,

Sarah

9 Surprisingly Awesome Kanye Inspired Men’s Gift Ideas

I know what you’re thinking. A gift idea about Kanye West? WTF? How is that going to work? EVERYBODY JUST CALM DOWN. Just hear me out for a second. Although in recent years Kanye has exhibited some rather unusual behavior, you cannot deny the fact that he is his own character with his own unique attributes. Remember, Kanye has evolved over the years.

From The College Dropout to weirdo Yeezy, lets take a journey through time and you will see that these Kanye inspired gifts are absolute perfection for your husband’s next birthday. Here… we… go.

1. College Drop Out Kanye

Photo By Oregon Ducks

This men’s gift idea is inspired by the college drop out album of 2004. At this time, I was just graduating from high school and headed off to school in the south! I attended Dillard University in New Orleans. Where are my NO folks at? WHOOP! Anyway, there is a song on the album called School Spirit. Gift your hubby with alumni gear from his college or university! My husband loves the Oregon Ducks, so Duck gear is always a winning gift in this household. Which college team does your man root for?

2. Kanye’s Workout Plan

This song was also on the College Drop Out, but it had sexual references. Sex is always a good gift idea for your man but in this case gift your dude with a super fly new gym membership or amazing new gym equipment. If you live in the Los Angeles area, Equinox is the most incredible gym I have ever been to. State of the art EVERYTHING! A gym membership to a high class gym would be incredible. Maybe even buy him a personal training session.

3. Katrina Kanye

“George Bush Doesn’t Care About Black People.” Um…. Remember that cringe worthy Kanye statement? I remember it extremely clearly because I was someone who was directly affected by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. I was going to school there and had to evacuate (that’s a whole other blog post) . Anyway, we all cringed but secretly applauded Kanye in this moment. And although it was a shocking statement, he used his celebrity platform to awkwardly and inappropriately give a voice to the black citizens of the New Orleans community. He was “trying” to do a good thing. So it has inspired this gift idea.

Why not give your man a gift that gives back? Donate in his honor to a disaster relief fund and lets prevent another Katrina situation (and Kanye Situation) from happening again.

4. Luxury Dad Kanye

Kanye West is a dedicated father to his absolutely adorable kids North and Saint. But he is no BBQ’N, New Balance Wear’N dad. He is pretty (in my Guy Fiere voice) “Out of Bounds.” So what kind of luxury gift do you give such a dad? I was inspired by his wife Kim and the extreme gift she gave to him for his birthday in 2015. She actually gifted him a birthday extravaganza at The Staples Center (LA’s Professional Basketball/Sports Complex). This gift cost a hefty $110,000!!!! You can read the article here.

Instead of gifting your boyfriend the entire sports center (unless you got it like that. I sure don’t) Give him the gift of a professional sport game at the sports arena in your area. Here in Oregon we have the Portland Trail Blazers and the Portland Timbers. The sports guy in him with LOVE you for it. Click Here

5. Baby Kanye………….. * *Little Man Gift Alert**

Let’s face it, these days there is no Kanye without Kim being somewhere nearby. Well, I’m excited to see their adorable kid’s line. Having a child myself, I love shopping for kids clothes. Keep in mind, this is Kanyashian so it is an expensive line. But OH SO CUTE! Their kids line is called The Kid Supply. Give the little man in your life a cute bomber jacket or graffiti shoes for his big birthday celebration.

Photo by Starcasm.net

///TRUE STORY: Kanye’s Design team was contacted by Oregon’s Department of Transportation (Tri-Met) because apparently Kimye stole Tri-Met’s logo without their permission and placed it on their kidswear sweatshirts! Ha! You can read more on this here

6. Yeezy

If you are unfamiliar with Kanye, he also goes by the name Yeezy. He has since created a clothing line named after himself called Yeezy Supply. It is basically an extremely minimalist style of design which could be called boring or just downright weird. But there are some items that he has that are actually pretty fabulous. If you have Kanye money, you can gift your man with something from his clothing line.

photo by Vogue Paris

Give him a little gift of millenial pop culture to marinate on. Something to tell your grandkids about! If the Yeezy Supply line is too spendy, check out Yeezy Boost by Adidas. The shoes are a bit more “affordable!”

7. Kanye Food Faves

Take him on a cheap date to one of Kanye’s favorite places to eat, McDonalds! Apparently, Kanye has a ridiculous obsession with Mickie D’s. I too can’t get enough of their amazing french fries. Check out these other known Kanye restaurant faves.

Photo by Spotted Pig/ Getty Images

If you can’t take him out, Kanye is known to be obsessed with junkfood such as, Chips, Sour Skittles, and Ice Cream. Give your junkfood loving man a homemade Junkfood basket as a surprise “for no reason” gift. #nomnomnom

8. “Beyonce had the Best Video of All Time”

Remember this? Yikes! Cringe! NOOOO!!! So maybe Kanye put his foot in his mouth during Taylor Swift’s moment. He literally stole the spotlight. How about a gift that puts your man directly in the spotlight with Improve Lessons!!

Take him out of his comfort zone and into the Kanye Zone with some acting skills. This would be a fun activity for you both to enjoy. Take a couple shots before you go to take the nervous edge off and Get out there and get Kanyefied!!!!

9. Kanye the Wrapper

Kanye is first known for being a very intelligent and clever hip hop artist. He would rap (get it) about some very REAL subjects which I loved about old Kanye. When all is said and done, if you are giving someone a physical gift you typically wrap it up in some sort of way. Why not wrap your gift to grandpa in this Kanye wrapping paper?

Photo by Native21

Gramps will probably ask you who he is (I know mine would LOL) but to me that’s the best part. Creating fun memories with your family! How fun is this?

You see!! Kanye isn’t as crazy as they make him seem. He just needs to be reimagined as a gift idea. Whether you choose one or all of these gift ideas I hope you were inspired to think outside of the box and create something truly imaginative that your loved one will really enjoy.

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Cheers,
Sarah

10 Unforgettable Space Themed Gift Ideas For Men

The best space themed gift for men.

If you’re like me, you pretend that you don’t like space but secretly obsess over it. Well, maybe you want to give the guy in your life a fun and unexpected gift of intergalactic fun.

This gift idea theme is great for your space loving guy or maybe you just want to give him something out-of-this-world (pun ABSOLUTELY intended) . Whatever the case, this gift is truly unforgettable. SPACE GEEKS UNITE!!!

Disclaimer: Some of the gift ideas below contain affiliate links. This means I receive a commission from purchases. I appreciate your support!!

1. Astronaut Mitts

Genius!! Pull those muffins out of the oven in style with these cute and functional space kitchen mitts. They are definitely a conversation starter at his next get together. Find these at THE SPACE SHOP for only $11.99. Plus find other fun space related gifts there too.

2. Solar Smart Phone Charger

So maybe your guy is not quite a super space geek, but loves the use of space technology. Well… Solar Smart Phone Charger is the perfect gift. That’s right, you can charge your smart phone with the SUN!!! One great place that this could come in handy is on the airplane, out camping, on the side of the road… wherever your can get sunlight is where you can take it. He will love it. This amazon charger is only $20.99

3. NASA Slipper Socks

Wear the exact same slippers that current astronauts wear in space! These comfy socks will keep your dude’s feet cozy and cushy with their memory foam inserts. They also provide excellent traction due to their high quality leather sole. Great alternative to your basic house shoes.

4. Adult Space Camp

You read that right. You can actually go to space camp as an ADULT and still feel cool. This camp is located in Huntsville, Alabama. Train like an astronaut trains and even build your own rocket. Definitely a uniquely nerdy and fun experience. Broaden yours and HIS horizons and take the trip together. Don’t knock it ’til you try it. Is there alcohol involved?… I will get back to you with that one. Watch the video!

5. Visit a Dark Sky Park

What is a dark sky park? It is exactly what it sounds like. It is a place where the dark sky is preserved from any sort of unnatural light creating an extraordinarily fantastic view of the starry night. The international Dark Sky Association says that there are 23 preserves in the US. Take your boo to one of these parks and catch a shooting star in action. The stars will be the brightest you have ever seen! This is sure to get your romantic juices flowin and an amazing gift to your sugar plum. Maybe he will get lucky??? You be the judge.

////True Story: When my husband and I were about to get married, we drove up to Black Butte which is a city near swanky Bend, OR. It was the end of December so you have to drive over the mountain pass to get there so the roads are very icy and snowy. Long story short, my husband pulled over to put chains on the tires only to find out they DIDN’T FIT!!! So while we were standing there trying to figure out what to do, I look up and I swear I have NEVER seen the stars so bright before. They seemed so close I felt like I could touch them. It was one of the most beautiful things I have EVER seen in my life. So this theme idea was inspired by that trip. Here is a pic from that trip

6. Leggo My Eggo

Start off his morning with deliciously weird tasting Eggo Waffles. Looks nothing like a waffle, tastes nothing like a waffle, but are so delicious you dream of them in your spare time. If he is anything like my husband and I then you are obsessed with Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things. Channel his inner “Eleven” with a tasty breakfast. Haven’t seen Stranger Things yet? Please do yourself a favor and check it out. Its like E.T meets The Goonies. (But if he’s a real space geek, he should already know this) Here is the trailer for Stranger Things season 2 set to premiere on Halloween! The anticipation is KILLIN ME!

6. Star Trek Bathrobe

Where are all my Trekies at? Have your hubby stepping out of the shower in style in this cozy Star Trek robe. Funny?… CHECK. Perfectly Cheesy?… Check. Your man hating that he LOVES it?…. CHECK CHECK AND CHECK!

6. Anything Neil DeGrasse Tyson

If your guy is a true lover of space, then you can’t lose with NDT. The mustache alone is that of legends. Who didn’t watch Cosmos when it first came out? (probably a lot of people but that’s besides the point). Treat him to an NDT book or DVD. Or better yet, why not have him just sport his face around on a day to day? The sky is the limit. And you really can’t go wrong. He’s going to LOVE YOU for this awesome gift.

7. Hemisphere Cake

Photo by CakeCrumbs

Ok. So you bought the NDT t-shirt and planned a trip to a Dark Sky Park, but you forgot about the celebration cake!! Don’t fret. You can totally make your own cake with this handy hemisphere cake mold. And here’s a recipe. You’re welcome!

8. Astronaut Backpack

Maybe you need something for the little man in your life. This adorable space backpack is just what he needs! Make him feel like he is a true space explorer with this fun gift idea. Its also a great price. MOM for the WIN!

9. Sexy Space Girl

Maybe your gift to your guy is the best gift of all… YOU!!! (Isn’t it always) End your guy’s special day with an unexpected intergalatic space themed night cap. You can find your sexy space girl outfit here. Mission Accomplished!

10. Space Cocktail

THE MOONWALK

by Askmen

** Fun fact: this drink was crafted by a bartender in 1969 to commemorate the moon landing of Apollo 11**

Photo & Recipe by Saveur

Ingredients
1 part fresh grapefruit juice
1 part Grand Marnier
2 dashes of rosewater (available at most grocery stores, just ask)
Champagne

Method
Shake all the ingredients with ice, strain into a fluted glass and top up with Champagne.

Sip Sip HOORAY!!! Nothing like a delicious cocktail to celebrate. Why not add to your space themed gift with a perfectly crafted space drink. YUM!

And there you have it! The most incredible men’s gift ideas for the space enthusiast. Want more great gift ideas from SHARPLANDIA? Subscribe HERE.

Thank you for reading!

Cheers, Sarah