Motherâs Day is just around the corner (jot the date May 11 down somewhere!), which means itâs time to start thinking about the best Motherâs Day gifts. Turns out that personal, thoughtful gifts 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 our 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 gift ideas (After all, a gift box goes a long way).
Our Top Picks for the Best Motherâs Day Gifts:
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Decor
If momâs favorite child is four-legged and furry, this stylish art print of a sweet cat nap will surely be beloved.
Encourage mom to kick her feet up with a luxe, two-toned alpaca blanket thatâs as much a pleasure to display as it is to curl up under.
Trade a traditional Motherâs Day gift bouquet for a miniature garden, featuring fuchsia orchids in a wide ceramic vessel. Looking to spoil her further? Urban Stems offers the option to add a little something extra to each delivery: Supplementary gift ideas include chocolate, bath salts, a scented candle, and more.
Often, the best Motherâs Day gifts represent a blend of beauty and practicality. Case in point: a hand-polished marble catchall offers busy moms a way to keep items that are easily lostâthink keys, jewelry, or ear budsâin one impressively chic place.
A great gift for the consummate host, this statement-making platter brings a plentiful helping of pizzazzâyes, those are tiny, handcrafted glass pearlsâto the table.
Chances are, mom doesnât need another reusable water bottle, so why not elevate her hydration routine with this borosilicate glass pitcher instead? With its whimsical handle and sea glass green hue, itâs a guaranteed mood-booster thatâs centerpiece-worthy to boot.
You can never go wrong with a gorgeous photo frame and a cherished picture of kids or grandkids.
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.
Does mom love chic stationery? Give her desk a five-star upgrade with a custom set inspired by vintage hotel cards. Designed by artist Morgan Kendall, this gift can be personalized with your choice of color, format, and silhouette.
Kitchen, Table, and Tech
Here’s a beauty of a blender with a retro-inspired look thatâs stylish enough to leave out on the countertop all the time. Itâll be able to whip up mom’s favorite summer beverages like fruit-filled smoothies and frozen margaritas.
Make mom a personalized gift basket featuring a few of her favorite things: a new bottle of her favorite perfume, some cozy slippers, and a couple canisters of her favorite matcha.
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.
Wine storage or a work of art? This handcrafted marble bottle holder functions beautifully as bothâand makes a unique gift for oenophiles, who will appreciate that the entire piece can be chilled to keep selected vintages cold.
Big enough for serving up five cups of tea, this beautiful tool can be the beginning of a beautiful ritual: morning tea with Mom.
The Always pan is a great giftâjust ask our readers: Itâs 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. 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.
Diptyqueâs candles are the epitome of luxury (and they take a top spot on our best candles list). We spotted the brandâs Ambre candle in Nina Dobrevâs home a while back, but we think Baies is a classic scent she can enjoy while soaking in the tub or binging her favorite series.
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!
Sometimes the most thoughtful present is an incredibly practical gift. Help Mama caffeinate by upgrading her travel-mug situation. Anthropologie’s Annie mug quite literally screams mom (but in a subtle way) with a textured feel that is meant to resemble cross-stitch.
Sheâll be proud to display her confections on this hand-glazed beauty. When itâs not in use, she can keep it on the table as a centerpiece.
This is a gift that will keep on giving. Save your mom the hassle of vacuuming with a handy dandy robo vac that will leave all her surfaces dirt- and debris-free.
Does your mother or mother-in-law have a sweet tooth? Then sheâll absolutely love this dessert that reimagines the viral Dubai chocolate bar as a decadent crepe cake. Just donât forget to order some vanilla ice cream for a perfect pairing!
Fashion & Beauty
A silk sleep mask can help keep crowâs feet away with their frictionless surface, and will help her avoid bedhead in the morning. This oneâs a favorite of our commerce editor Audrey Lee, who appreciates its cooling, breathable feel. âI always keep one rolled up in my travel kit for flights and it doesnât irritate my skin like others have in the past,â says Lee.
A longer-lasting alternative to flowers, this decadent hand cream from perennially cool brand Byredo pays homage to the seductive appeal of springtime blooms.
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++. This flexible LED treatment mask delivers a boost in just 10 minutes.
If some of her make up is running low, Motherâs Day is a great opportunity to stock mom up on her everyday glamâlike this compact blush from Westman Atelier that also doubles as her lipstick.
A cool pair of sneakers will help mom take on her errand list with style. We like that this specific colorway reminds us of pistachio ice cream, though itâs available in 25 options across the boardâone of which sheâs bound to love.
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 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.
Gardening & Outdoors
If sheâs spending more time outdoors these days, a durable and splurge-worthy outdoor firepit to keep her warm will she’s enjoying nighttime tea will surely be a hit.
This foldable garden bench set, which makes it easier and more ergonomic to weed and plant, comes with a detachable bag that features two carrying handles, 21(!) pockets for tools, and a spacious interior for anything else sheâs toting.
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.
Having an umbrella on hand is never a bad idea. This colorful Matisse print duckhead umbrella marries style and practicality. Plus, itâll serve as a bright beacon on rain-filled days.