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FOR WILDERNESS RESETTERS
For mother figures who would relish the opportunity to slow down, reset, connect with like-minded individuals and embrace plenty of female empowerment, these rejuvenating retreats offer a well-deserved escape.
Designed to nurture rest, relaxation and reconnection, Mount Ephraim Gardens( mountephraimgardens. co. uk) in Faversham has recently launched a series of Women’ s Wellness Retreats. Set amongst 10 acres of tranquil gardens, Mount Ephraim invites women to immerse themselves in the calm of the estate, combining a thoughtfully structured wellness programme with a comfortable two-night stay. Enjoy yoga, individual massage and reflexology treatments, and take time to unwind in Sauna & Wild’ s wonderfully converted horsebox sauna. Taking place on Saturday 14 March, the estate is also offering a Mother’ s Day special retreat which includes a one-night stay in an ensuite guest room, access to the sauna on the Saturday afternoon and ample time to explore the grounds.
Also heartily championing women’ s wellness, Shala offers a progressive yet deeply rooted approach to female wellbeing, often inspired by ancient wisdom( shalawomen. co. uk). Through women’ s circles, bespoke events, pregnancy and a postpartum support and specialist training led by founder Anna Brook, Shala creates spaces designed to support transformation, enabling women to live with greater purpose, empowerment and joy.
For extended Mother’ s Day celebrations, treat mum to a ticket for Shala’ s upcoming She Rises Retreat, taking place on 10- 12 April at The Quaives, a stunning 19-acre estate nestled in the Kentish countryside. Designed as an illuminating journey of self discovery and sisterhood, this enlightening weekend offers the chance to step back from the everyday and reconnect with one’ s self. The retreat will include expansive breathwork, sharing circles, feminine rituals, connection to nature, yoga, heart-opening cacao, sound healing and astrological insight.
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FOR THE STYLE SET
Celebrating confidence, self-expression and a little indulgence, there are also plenty of luxe treats available for the ultra-stylish women in our lives.
Whether for a boost in mum’ s style confidence, or simply a special excuse to delight in some retail therapy, a Personal Shopping Appointment within the Styling Lounge at McArthur Glen Ashford Designer Outlet( mcarthurglen. com) offers a thoughtful and tailored shopping experience. With an expert stylist on hand, mum can refresh her wardrobe, discover clothing that highlights her personality and find new styles that spark both joy and self-belief.
The perfect way to raise a toast to both International Women’ s Day and Mother’ s Day, on Saturday 7 March, fabulous outlet personal shopper and fashion stylist Alexandra Ellen( alexx _ stylist) will be hosting a relaxed Sip & Style evening. Guests can explore the outlet’ s Styling Lounge, gain valuable fashion tips and discover new-season pieces- all with a glass of fizz in hand.
For beauty enthusiasts and self-care fiends, award-winning makeup artist Lauren Elle’ s Bespoke Makeup Lessons and Skincare Edit( lauren-elle. co. uk) offer a confidence-boosting Mother’ s Day gift that keeps on giving.
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Curated to empower rather than overwhelm, Lauren’ s lessons focus on sharing expert techniques, personalised advice and her favourite triedand-tested products- all with the aim of helping others to feel confident creating looks that make them feel the best version of themselves. Equally enlightening, Lauren’ s Skincare Edit sessions are thoughtfully designed to eliminate confusion around skincare, covering everything from current routines and skin concerns to her signature skin prep techniques and luxurious weekly treatments. Available on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, most lessons take place at Lauren’ s private studio near Canterbury, offering an intimate and laid-back setting for a truly personal experience.
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