From red carpets around the world to parent-teacher conferences in New York, Oscar-nominated actress Naomi Watts is often pulled in many directions (literally, with recent film shoots in Slovenia, Canada and Australia).
So Mother’s Day with kids Sasha, 13, and Kai, 12, is always a special time for the co-founder of clean beauty brand ONDA. Surprisingly, last year’s COVID lockdown provided the 52-year-old’s fondest holiday memory to date.
“Right smack in the beginning of the pandemic, we were all new in that anxious place, with a lot of uncertainty,” Watts tells Alexa.
“I was alone at home and my kids showed up with their dad [Liev Schreiber] to surprise me with breakfast in bed and handwritten notes.”
Here are a few other pampering presents the Aussie actress wouldn’t exactly mind getting for Mother’s Day
“My fave album of all time is ‘Hunky Dory’ by David Bowie. Just like a first love, you never forget it. The music and lyricsbecome a part of your anatomy.”
“Hunky Dory” album by David Bowie, $10 on AmazonAmazonMy charm necklace from Jennifer Fisher that has my kids’ names on it is my favorite piece of jewelry ever.”
Similar 14-k yellow-gold link chain, from $350, with charms (from left): Gray South Sea pearl with diamonds, $900, 14-k yellow-gold skinny cone with diamonds, $2,000, 14-k gold mini dog tag with custom letters, from $400, 14-k gold minimal block letters, $400 each, all at Jennifer FisherJennifer Fisher“I like a good one-piece and these are the best.”
“Ann-Marie Ruby” swimsuit, $148 at Solid And StripedSolid and Striped“This is the perfect color for me, day to night. It’s sheer and goes on smooth — not cakey. I carry it with me all the time.”
Sheer Genius lipstick in “Orchid,” $32 at Beauty CounterBeauty Counter“You just can’t go wrong with any of her styles.”
Cat-eye sunglasses, $290 at Stella McCartneyStella McCartney“This is one of the best gifts I’ve ever received. Dress it up, or dress down, and it’s always — ahem — timeless. Sorry!”
Serpenti Tubogas 18-k rose-gold watch with diamonds $42,100 at BulgariBulgari“After my last bike was stolen, I invested in a Citi Bike key. It is the best NYC purchase I’ve ever made. I’ve never looked back.”
Annual bike share membership, $15/month at Citi Bike NYCCiti Bike“ONDA’s special curated Mother’s Day box is filled with 11 incredible beauty products — a $749 retail value for just $298 — with 5 percent of proceeds going to the charity Every Mother Counts, whose mission is to make pregnancy and childbirth safe for every mother, everywhere. The Mama Box is the perfect gift for your mom, aunt, wife, gran or yourself.”
The Mama Box, $298 at ONDA BeautyONDA“My favorite flower of all time: peonies. But they are hard to come by unless they’re in season. My current go-to florist is FLOWERBX. They deliver excellent blooms, every time.”
Peony bouquet, from $125 at FLOWERBXFlowerBx“This is the perfect size for me. You can fit just enough in, but still feel comfortable walking long distances in the city without it getting too heavy.”
“Peekaboo Iconic Mini” handbag, $3,980 at FendiFendi“These candles’ scents are all soft and gentle with natural ingredients. I’m not a fan of overly fragrant ones, and these are just right.”
Les Arrondissements Collection in 1ER Palais Royal “Pamplemousse Rouge,” $56 at Voyage Et CieVoyage et Cie“I love that sneakers are back in fashion and that we can be cool and chic in them, because let’s face it, I need the support. It’s all about the comfort these days!”
“327” sneakers, $90 atNew BalanceNew Balance“I’m loving the Osea Undaria body oil. Every time I have a bath, I use this. It’s super hydrating and calming and the smell [of acai babassu and passionfruit] is to die for.”
Osea Undaria algae body oil, $48 at ONDA BeautyOsea