When Amira. R from Wallasey went searching for the perfect birthday gift for her mum, she never expected to find something that would light up two homes — literally.
“I bought one as a gift for my mum and ended up getting one for myself too. The warm glow completely transforms a space. You can tell it’s made with care. Absolutely love it!” — Amira R., Brighton
✨ Finding Something Meaningful
Amira had been scrolling endlessly through homeware sites and high-street gift guides when she came across Aura & Ash through an Instagram reel. Drawn in by the earthy tones, calming textures, and artisan feel, she clicked through to our Watsapp messenger.
“I was looking for something special — not just pretty, but personal,” Amira said. “When I saw the lamps, I felt like I’d found something with heart.”
She was particularly drawn to the natural materials and bohemian aesthetic that blended effortlessly into both modern and rustic homes. “It didn’t look mass-produced. It looked like it had a story.”
🎁 A Gift That Impressed
Amira chose a curved wood table lamp with a beautiful rope hanging golden bulb option and placed her order a few weeks before her mum’s birthday. The checkout was smooth, the communication warm and helpful.
“It arrived beautifully and promptly, and it felt like something from a boutique gallery. My mum cried when she unwrapped it — which, trust me, is a rare thing.”
Her mum placed it immediately on the windowsill in her garden room — where the natural grain of the wood caught the late afternoon light perfectly, and the lamp has quickly become her new reading companion.
🛋️ …And One for Herself
But the story didn’t end there.
“When I saw how good it looked in my mum’s garden room — and how soft the light was — I couldn’t stop thinking about it. I kept picturing it on my own bedside table. I caved a week later and bought one for myself!”
Amira placed her lamp on a reclaimed wood shelf in her bedroom, surrounded by dried eucalyptus and her favourite ceramic vase. She says it has completely changed how the space feels at night.
“There’s something about the glow that feels grounding. I’m not just switching on a light — I’m creating a mood. I even turn off my overhead light earlier now just to enjoy it.”
🌿 Beyond the Lamp
Amira was also impressed by the sustainability values behind Aura & Ash. The use of natural materials, conscious packaging, and treasuring that each lamp was lovingly made by hand gave her a deeper appreciation for the product.
“I’ve started to pay more attention to what I bring into my home. Aura & Ash made me realise I’d rather have one meaningful item than five forgettable ones.”
💡 The Takeaway
For Amira, what started as a thoughtful gift for her Mum’s birthday ended up transforming her own home too. Her story is one of many that shows how the right lighting and ambiance can do more than just brighten a room — it can create warmth, emotion, and memory.
Whether you’re searching for a gift or looking to bring some soul into your living space, Aura & Ash offers more than lamps — it offers light with meaning.
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