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5 Last Minute Gift Ideas For Mom

A gift guide for college students riddled with finals fatigue, all under $35.

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After sleepless nights spent studying for exams and frantically typing out papers, finals week has finally come to a close. Now it's time to go home, catch up on sleep, and relax by the Christmas tree. But as your mom hands you your first precious mug of hot chocolate (coffee has been your RELIGION for the past week), the realization hits you: Christmas is less than a week away AND YOU HAVEN'T GOTTEN HER A GIFT YET.

If you've been too busy to find the perfect present for Mom, here are 5 last minute, affordable gift ideas:

5. Swarovski Slake Dot Bracelet

This sparkling Swarovski bracelet comes in 11 different colors and is the perfect accessory to any holiday outfit.

Slake Black Dot Bracelet, originally $69.00 on sale for $34.50; swarovski.com

4. Lush Christmas Party Gift Set


Let Mom pamper herself with this Christmas gift set from Lush. The Christmas Party box features festive citrus and chocolate scents, ideal for warm baths during the cold winter.

Christmas Party, $29.95; lush.com

3. Origins Superstar Minis

The Origins Superstar Minis set comes in an exclusive cotton pouch and includes a variety of best-selling products from the natural, eco-friendly skincare brand.

Superstar Minis, $25.00; origins.com

2. Teavana Starter Kit

Introduce Mom to loose-leaf tea brewing with this starter kit from Teavana. The holiday set features Teavana's signature tea maker, Belgian rock sugar and a festive poinsettia tea tin.

Teavana Starter Kit, $30.00; teavana.com

1. Uniqlo Cashmere Scarf

This soft winter scarf by Japanese brand Uniqlo is made of 100% premium cashmere and comes in 18 different colors. But hurry! There are limited colors left online. Check in stores for availability.

Cashmere Scarf, $29.90; uniqlo.com



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