Okay, we get it: Youâre looking for the best Motherâs Day gifts. Mark it in your calendar and surround it with exclamation pointsâMotherâs Day (May 12!) is just around the corner, and weâre already spending a lot of time thinking about what to get her. Turns out that personal, thoughtful gift can be hard to select year in, year outâso weâre coming through with some keepsake-level inspiration. Thereâs something for everyone on this listânot just mothers, but mothers-in-law, grandmothers, and anyone who has had a hand (and heart) in bringing you up.
Ahead, discover 51 perfect Motherâs Day gifts for every type of mom, including design-forward decor, luxurious linens, delicious fragrances, accents for the outdoors, and even a few last-minute Motherâs Day gifts (hey, a gift box goes a long way). These fabulous gift ideas will make sure she feels as special as she is.
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Bath & Beauty Motherâs Day Gifts
Buy Mom something youâll know sheâll use, like perhaps this set of silky smooth, crisp white sheets from Brooklinen.
If Mom loves taking the time for skin-care and facial appointments, give the gift of a high-tech skin-care tool that will have her feeling A++. Part-facial massager with both moisturizing and depuffing, this wand delivers a boost in five minutes.
LAFCOâs candles are the epitome of luxury. This one in particular is inspired by champagne, with notes of ginger, grapefruit, lemon and raspberry essential oils, all contained in a beautiful vessel that can be easily upcycled.
Forego the grocery store bouquet and opt for something sophisticated and contemporary, like this arrangement from Urban Stems. You can choose from four chic vase options, and even make it into a gift basket with add-on treats like chocolate truffles, champagne gummy bears, and/or a pack of face masks for an extra thoughtful Motherâs Day gift.
Refresh her fragrance collection with Netteâs newest: This Japanese pear-spiked eau de parfum with middle and base notes of Bulgarian rose, ambrette seed, vanilla, patchouli, and raspberry. Itâs subtly floral, sweet, and just a little bit earthy.
Pajamas and loungewear are easily overlooked when there are a million other things to think about each day. This fact alone is what makes it one of the best Motherâs Day gift ideas. This pajama set from celeb-favorite brand Boll & Branch is made of a supersoft knit. Choose from three colorsânight, mist, and mineral.
If Momâs the aromatherapy type, this elite shower head from Sprig infuses essential oil blends of her choice to uplift, relax, or energize her as she showers.
A silk sleep mask is always a good idea for self-care. Available in 10 colors, this design is cool to the touch and breathableâand it will protect her skin and hair from the friction of tossing and turning.
And why stop there when you can give her the full treatment with a beautiful silk pillowcase to match?
Consider gifting the special women in your life this coffee table book that features exclusive portraits of iconic mother-and-child duos.
A set of bright, botanical-inspired incense sticks will keep Momâs home feeling like her sacred space. Throw in one of the brandâs minimalist glass incense holders for two gifts in one.
This sleek showerhead from scalp-care brand Act+Acre is not only design-forward, but it contains a filter to ensure no chlorine, heavy metals, or other contaminants get in the way of Momâs good hair day.
This solid honeysuckle-scented body moisturizer from Kate McLeod is intensely moisturizing thanks to ingredients like cocoa butter and sweet almond oil. It comes wrapped in a muslin cloth; all she needs to do is warm up the stone in her hands and lightly glide it across her skin to nix dryness.
Kitchen & Tabletop Motherâs Day Gifts
Sometimes the most thoughtful present is an incredibly practical gift. Help Mama caffeinate by upgrading her travel-mug situation. (Itâs also great for tea, hot cocoa, mulled wine, or hot toddies.) This lightweight insulated mug comes in a bunch of bold colorsâincluding a Barbie-esque pink. And while thatâs fun, the best part is the easy-clean construction: There arenât many nooks and crannies for bacteria to build up.
Purveyors of some of the best single-origin coffee around, Atlas Coffee Company knows their way around a seasonal gift. This Motherâs Day bundle comes with four of the brandâs specialty coffee beans (from countries like Costa Rica and El Salvador) and four fragrant loose leaf tea selections from Malaysia, Chile, and more. The set comes with a Motherâs Day card and a booklet of facts and information about each country.
Non-alcoholic cocktails and wines are getting better and better as the trend shows no sign of slowing down. Australia-based NA sparkling wine brand NON makes a delightful, versatile trio that will compliment all of her favorite meals. Now she just needs some new wine glasses.
A beauty of a blender sheâll be able to brag about. Itâll look great on the counter and whip up a mean green smoothie too.
There are two gift opportunities here: If she loves cooking, sheâll be really into this gift set. If she wishes you cooked more often, sheâll love that you bought this, made dinner, and treated her to some next-level olive oil.
Big enough for serving up five cups of tea, this beautiful tool can be the beginning of a beautiful ritual: morning tea with Mom.
Cheers to this set of â70s-inspired tumblers. Itâs made of ultrathin borosilicate glass thatâs dainty, yes, but itâs also extraordinarily shatterproof. Nicely, the tumblers are dishwasher-safe too.
If sheâs not so enamored with the DIY bread-making that swept social media the past few years but still very much a fan of fresh bread, this will be sure to impress her.
They may be meant for dessert, but these handcrafted bowls, made in Zimbabwe, would look great on the table no matter the meal.
Morning bagels just got a lot more chic thanks to this little toaster from Kate Spade that will have Mom blushing.
This air fryer is a visual delight. Seen here in a lovely aqua shade, itâs also available in black, red, and white. It will cook up all kinds of goodies in an oil-free flash, and itâs got more than 26,000 rave reviews on Amazon.
This striking set of glasses is handmade in Tonalá. Theyâre high-quality, thick, and absolutely gorgeousâand if you really want to go all out for Mom, you can throw in the matching pitcher. The entire set will look lovely set out on her table at the next family brunch. Seen here in turquoise, the glasses are also available in orange.
Sheâll be proud to display her confections on this solid marble beauty. When itâs not in use, she can keep it on the table as a centerpiece.
Does your mother or mother-in-law have a sweet tooth? Then sheâll absolutely love this artisanal pie from famed Brooklyn bake shop Four & Twenty Blackbirds. Their signature pie features fresh apples, buttery caramel, and a sprinkle of Maldon sea salt. Donât forget to order some vanilla ice cream!
The Always pan is a great giftâjust ask our readers: Itâs literally one of the top products purchased year after year on Architectural Digest. The do-it-all pan is designed to replace eight pieces of cookware and comes with a stainless steel steamer basket and spatula. It steams, fries, sears, braises, boils, sautés, serves, and stores. Itâs even got a spoon rest. Plus the space-saving wonder is available in more than 10 colors, so you can get Momâs favorite shade.
Accessories
For the mom whoâs been feeding you book recommendations since you learned to read, a personalized library stamp makes an incredibly thoughtful present. This is one of Etsyâs bestsellers; you can customize the design, name, and choose from an embosser or an ink stamp.
Perhaps she wants to keep her belongings safe and under lock-and-key when sheâs not around. In any case, this gilded, celestial lockbox makes a worthy addition to any open-concept bookshelf. Did we mention there are several compartments, a grommet in the back for anything that needs to be charged, and itâs smell-proof? Her secrets are safe with us.
Buffyâs bendable body pillow makes a lovely companion to keep Momâs spine and hips in alignment while she snoozes.
This is one of our favorite gadgets. Attach it to your key ring, purse, wallet, etc., and then you can find it instantly with your iPhone or iPad. Itâs a particularly perfect gift for new moms who have a ton on their plate and might find themselves misplacing their keys from time to time!
This oversized, supersoft cardigan is one of our favorites, both for mom and ourselves. Pair with leggings or a linen pant and sheâll be spring-weekend-ready. Seen here in ivory, the comfy sweater is also available in heather gray and oatmeal.
Baggu is loved by stuff-carrying people around the world for a lot of reasons. Among them: Their bags are super durable, they come in cute patterns and colors, and theyâre really comfortable. This floral print tote bag will make Momâs face light up.
These soft Italian suede flats (embroidered with âThis is a Momâs Worldâ) would make a fabulous house shoe. The Outrage and Maâam Shoes partnered to create a limited-edition Motherâs Day collection in support of moms during the pandemic, so a portion of all proceeds will be donated to support United State of Women.
Chances are Mom likes looking put together. This belt bag can double as a crossbody when neededâitâs a refreshing take on the classic fanny pack look. Available in three different colors (black, cappuccino, and dark coral), the luxe Italian leather construction will turn heads.
If sheâs constantly in the air and cannot disconnect from her phone, your mom will love the hands-free function of this little gadget. Itâs designed to plug into the headphone jack of an airplane TV display so itâs possible to pair Bluetooth devices to whatever youâre watching.
If youâve got a crafty mom, sheâll love this creative kit that gives you everything you need to make your own pots and vases. Itâs a fun gift that you can use together too!
This is a gift that will keep going giving. Save your mom the hassle of vacuuming with a handy dandy robo vac that will leave all her surfaces dirt- and debris-free.
Decor
Continue preaching the antiâBig Light gospel by gifting your mom a gorgeous table lamp that will send warm, glittery light around her space once the sun goes down.
It may be impossible not to be happy when hugging one of these handmade, Muppet-like throw pillowsâa perfectly unique Motherâs Day gift.
You can never go wrong with a gorgeous photo frame and a cherished picture of kids or grandkids.
If you constantly catch mom doodling, collaging, or being artsy in general, feed her hobby with an equally creative throw blanket. Heck, if she likes it enough, she can even display it on the wall as art.
These wireless, noise-cancelling earbuds from Samsung will ensure that her workouts are always fueled by her favorite music.
Encourage your mother figure to put her feet up on a chic leather ottoman.
Gardening & Outdoors Motherâs Day Gifts
We love this foldable garden bench set, which makes it easier and more ergonomic to weed and plant. It comes with a detachable bag, which features two carrying handles, 21(!) pockets for tools, and a spacious interior for anything else sheâs toting.
If she doesnât have outdoor space to grow plants in, this grow light will work insideâmeaning fresh herbs and veggies in no time.
Any green thumb will delight over a new pair of garden gloves, especially these high-quality cuties from Anthropologie.
Bring the sunshine inside her home with this sleek plant-grow light from Soltech. Itâll ensure that her plants get the optimal light they need to stay healthy and grow quickly.
Want a splurge gift this Motherâs Day? If sheâs spending more time outdoors these days, a handy, durable outdoor firepit to keep her warm will surely be a hit.
Last up on our gift guide, you can never go wrong with a plant, and we love this prayer plant with hints of red and two-tone leaves. You can choose the color of the pot: stone, clay, slate, indigo, and charcoal (pictured).
source: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/best-mothers-day-gifts