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25 Best Mother’s Day Gifts to Buy for Your Day-One
Imagine the upward-sloping face of a mountain: That’s how the Google Trends graph for the popularity of the search term “mother’s day gift” looks across the span of the past month, with the query seeing a 200-percent uptick (and related phrases like “personalized mother’s day gift” as well as “mother’s day gift set” experiencing similar increases, at 110 and 100 percent, respectively). You didn’t come here for math class, though — you came here to find the best gifts for moms this Mother’s Day, specifically your mom (or, perhaps, the mother of your child). Clearly, everyone has the same idea, so it’s imperative to start shopping, like, yesterday while also choosing your presents not by skimming Page 1 of Google but by carefully evaluating who Mom is, what she enjoys, and what she needs more of this spring. Besides your attention and affection, of course.
Where I come in? I’ve been a fashion and beauty shopping writer for many years now and consider myself the best gift-giver I know. I’m also an only child and regularly treat my mom to the latest and greatest in the universe of what I write about (think newest releases from mega beauty brands like Dyson, that fresh-and-hot Aritzia x Nike collab, and Anthropologie’s quick-to-sell-out Colette jeans). A quick note on the latter: My mom was inseparable from the denim when I first gifted it to her, devastatingly forgot the pair of pants in a hotel room, and then received it again from her favorite daughter just months later. Santa works quick, but I work quicker.
All of this goes to show that you’re in good hands if you’re stumped on what to buy Mom for the big day, coming up on Sunday, May 10. Almost everything in this roundup is either A) something I personally use at an almost-religious frequency or B) something I’ve once given to my mom, with rave reviews and photos to follow. Whenever I see her, we joke that pretty much her whole outfit, from head to toe, has been sponsored by me, so if I can’t steer you in the direction of the best Mother’s Day gifts for 2026, who can?
Below, the 20-plus best gifts for moms, wives who also happen to have the superpower of being a mom, and any woman in your life who you want to pamper on this holiday. Because you’re soon going to be doing the hard work of pulling out your credit card and clicking “add to cart,” you might as well get a few of these prime pickings for yourself.
Editor’s Note: I checked the shipping deadlines on every product that will be highlighted ahead. More than two weeks out, you’re still safe, but don’t get too complacent.
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1-800-Flowers Close to Her Heart Bouquet With Personalized Photo Vase
Nothing says “I love you” like a well-curated bouquet of blooms, but she’s so over the dozens of roses. The pictured Lavender Garden assortment supplements this classic with lavender daisy poms, Peruvian lilies, and carnations. Mom will hardly notice these intricacies, though, once her gaze lands on the heart-shaped photo of you two together at center — surrounded by up to 10 names penned in cursive.
Price upon publish date of this article: $74.99

Coach Outlet Large City Tote Bag in Maxi Signature Canvas
She has places to be, and Coach Outlet’s Large City Tote will get her there in style. The chic, laptop-accommodating hauler features zip closure for her peace of mind (the ultimate gift) and is swathed in Coach’s sumptuous canvas. As for that quiet-luxury, sandy colorway? It couldn’t be more ideal for the season at hand.
Price upon publish date of this article: $159

EltaMD UV Clear Blemish-Prone & Oil Balancing Face Sunscreen SPF 50
As soon as I was able to test EltaMD’s most innovative sunscreen launch to date — something that not only soothes but actively corrects blemishes while reducing pore size — I brought five bottles of it for my mom when visiting her in Portugal. So far, its SPF 50 rating has effectively shielded Daniella’s face from harmful UV rays (living on the coast and all); the formula’s niacinamide, zinc oxide, and antioxidant complex, too, have kept her breakouts in check and her complexion glowy. What more could Mom want?
Price upon publish date of this article: $49

Bulova Goddess of Time Watch
She gave you all her time when you were growing up, so why not give some back to her? This released-last-year Bulova timepiece is elegance incarnate — channeling the accessory trends of the 1970s through its mesh bracelet and making a statement with that blue sodalite stone dial. The stone’s precious, and so is she. I see no better match.
Price upon publish date of this article: $360

PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum
Trusted by the likes of Ashley Tisdale and Gabrielle Union, PCA Skin’s bestselling Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum is a beauty staple all aging skin needs. Now, I’m not implying your mother has a single wrinkle on her beautiful face, but it’s very likely. Help her hydrate, plump, and smooth things out — face lift not necessary — with this clinically backed wonder that she won’t think twice about buying again.
Price upon publish date of this article: $128

White House Black Market Front Twist Sheath Dress
Does everyone have collective memories of being bored at a White House Black Market while their mom was picking out new threads for work, or is it just me? In any case, the brand has made its comeback in a major way: unveiling a slew of new “office siren” gems that look like they’ve been tailored precisely to a mom-slash-girlboss’ aesthetic. The Front Twist Sheath Dress is my favorite. I own it in Petite and appreciate the piece’s flattering V-neck; stretchy, shaping fabric; wraparound style; and adaptability to every last occasion. Drinks with the book club? Meeting at the office? This dress will be there for her 100 percent of the time.
Price upon publish date of this article: $170

Kate McLeod The Body Stone, Sleep Stone
I don’t lose my mind about a lot of products, despite my job, but this is one of them. Recovering pastry chef Kate McLeod has put her kitchen mastery in service of your self-care routine, with the result being a cult-hit range of Body Stones that transform from solid to silk on your body — offered in variations like Daily, Grounding, Recovery, and even Sex. Don’t get Mom the latter, please. Instead, spoil her with this Sleep Stone: boasting a snooze-promoting blend of lavender and chamomile while nourishing skin with ingredients like cocoa butter and almond oil. Both my mom and I use it before the shower and after dry brushing. Take notes.
Price upon publish date of this article: $48

Kobo Clara Colour eReader With Case Bundle
The only e-reader my mom has ever enjoyed is the Kobo Clara, which feels to her more intuitive than a Kindle and lets her sync up free books rented on Overdrive with abandon. Now, the reading gadget comes with a colored display — benefitting from bells and whistles she savors without being overwhelmed, such as the ComfortLight feature that reduces blue light as the day goes on, customizable line spacing, and multiple highlighter styles.
Price upon publish date of this article: $188.99

Owala UO Exclusive Dog Collage FreeSip Water Bottle
32 ounces of hydration — with a dose of fur-powered fun. If your mom’s the active type, encourage her to optimize that water intake with Owala’s limited-edition, dog-printed water bottle (the most adorable WWD Shop’s team has ever seen). The pooches here wear cowboy hats and CBK-style sunnies, so your gift will also inspire a daily giggle or two.
Price upon publish date of this article: $44.99

Frankie4 Hunter Black Sandal
Frankie4 is not just podiatrist-approved but podiatrist-founded, so you better believe its shoe styles will make Mama’s foot pain vanish — once and for all. This just-restocked sandal is partially composed of eco-friendly rice husk and has a suede-lined footbed that prioritizes “built-in heel, arch, and forefoot support,” per the label. An EVA sole will also keep things cushioned and stable, whether she’s strolling to the farmers market or popping in for breakfast at your’s.
Price upon publish date of this article: $204

Thuma Cotton Percale Foundational Bedding Set
Quality rest is priceless, but as a new mom, she might not be getting an optimal amount of ZZZs these days. Thuma’s sumptuously soft, naturally breathable bedding set just might change all that — allowing her to revel in its cool, crisp underhand feel during the hottest (and, for her, busiest) months of the year.
Price upon publish date of this article: $415

Glasshouse Fragrances Midnight in Milan Hair & Body Gift Set
I consider everything at the Sydney-founded fragrance house Glasshouse Fragrances a no-brainer gift for moms, coworkers, friends, and anyone else who could use a little luxury. Right in time for Mother’s Day, the brand came out with exclusive gift sets wrapped in some seriously chic packaging: all high-contrast orchids and boldly painted lips and other avant-garde touches. Inside this particular one, Mom will discover a claw clip, a hair and body mist, and a lotion. The scent in question? Midnight in Milan, a Glasshouse sensation that captivates with its notes of rose, smoked saffron, and leather: an ode to the mystique of European cities after dark.
Price upon publish date of this article: $49

Aritzia x Nike LD-1000 ‘Edition A’ Sneaker
Its Nike collaboration has been one of Aritzia’s buzziest (and vice versa). This March, the duo came out with a new shade of their in-demand LD-1000 ‘Edition A’ stepper: tapping into the ongoing butter yellow obsession while salvaging the flexible, premium leather makeup that made the sneaker so coveted in the first place. My mom runs errands and walks around town in these — photo evidence above — and yours will do just that in no time. Most sizes are, shockingly, still up for grabs on Aritzia’s website, and the model-off-duty (erm, mother-off-duty) kicks have a little star charm attached to them for good measure.
Price upon publish date of this article: $165

Dyson Supersonic Travel Hair Dryer
Dyson’s smallest Supersonic hair dryer just hit the market, and it will blow her away with its mighty airflow, made-for-travel universal voltage, guardrails against heat damage, plus effortless compatibility with the Supersonic or Supersonic Nural attachments Mom might already be in possession of. You remember what she taught you: Less is sometimes more, so it doesn’t hurt that this baby is 32-percent smaller and 25-percent lighter than the O.G. Dyson model.
Price upon publish date of this article: $299.99

Anthropologie The Colette Ruffle-Hem Crop Wide-Leg Jeans by Maeve
Bad news: The Colette pants my mom so adores are sold out in almost every size. Better news: These ones are a worthy alternative, flaunting a high-rise silhouette, trending-right-now dark wash, patch pockets galore, and ruffles on the hem that will bless her legs with some girly preppiness. Available in Regular, Tall, or Petite, the style can be worn with closet finds from a basic white tee to her go-to blazer, not to mention white sneakers, mule sandals, and all other footwear under the sun. (Just remind your mom not to lose this purchase while traveling, for the love of God.)
Price upon publish date of this article: $140

Oh My Mahjong Taylor Starter Kit
She organizes Mahjong Night with her gal pals every month. How did I guess? This 19th-century Chinese game has truly taken the world by storm, and by “the world” I mean “women over the age of 50.” Don’t just let her use any ol’ set, though, surprising the most dedicated novice you know with Oh My Mahjong’s Taylor Starter Kit: a pastel- and floral-fueled stunner equipped with all that’s needed to not only learn but master the art of mahjong (acrylic tiles, racks, pushers, instructional cards, line finders, and a dice-slash-coin bag included). The watercolor-like illustrations throughout evoke the energy of a garden party, so bonus points if she takes the kit outside on a glorious spring day.
Price upon publish date of this article: $665

Casetify Custom Pet Phone Case
What you’re seeing? That’s my Weimaraner, Umka, who just moved to Portugal with my retired parents and is living his best life. I mean, look at that yawn and that oversized nose! If your mom, like mine, has more photos of Fido in her camera roll than of you, Casetify’s freshly arrived custom pet phone case collection will become her newest hyperfixation. According to the brand, its customization tools “let you remove backgrounds, turn your pets into stickers, layer on motifs, and create a custom accessory that doesn’t just look like your pet, but feels like your pet.” Fully DIYing the case’s device compatibility, visual layout, and other elements couldn’t be easier on Casetify’s site. Yes, there are even options for her Samsung.
Price upon publish date of this article: $78

Hunter Women’s Anika Slip-On Casual Clog
The Anika clog takes the best features of Hunter’s famous rain boots and reimagines them in slip-on mule form. Water-repellent, lightweight, sculptural, and, most importantly, comfortable, the shoe will give her an excuse to root around in the backyard more — planting seasonal florals and veggies alike. For maximum sartorial impact, grab this floral-patterned version, outfitted with a block heel and a toothed, high-traction outsole.
Price upon publish date of this article: $94.96

Elix Yang Time Herbal & Nutritional Supplement
Wellness brand Elix merges modern innovation with ancient Chinese medicine to formulate its hormone-managing herbal treatments, catered to individual symptoms and concerns. By taking Elix’s comprehensive health assessment quiz online, shoppers are paired up with a personalized concoction that targets pain points from indigestion and acne to mood irregularities and cramps.
How Mom factors into all of this? If she’s going through perimenopause or menopause, there’s a good chance she is concurrently dealing with brain fog, energy drops throughout the day, and other imbalances. This is where Elix’s latest rollout — called Yang Time — comes to the rescue, resuscitating focus, naturally calming nerves, and granting that “mental sharpness” sensation via mushrooms, ginger root, cinnamon bark, and other adaptogens that will completely upgrade her daily rituals. No stimulants in sight!
Price upon publish date of this article: $34.20

Georgia Louise Cryo Freeze Tools
Anne Hathaway and Gwyneth Paltrow’s esthetician can now be Mom’s as well, courtesy of these cryotherapy facial tools that bring Georgia Louise’s magic to every woman looking to depuff, soothe, and tighten up her skin. Tell your mom to put the maraca-inspired objects in the fridge when not in use, proceeding to roll them upward and outward on the face every morning: going over a single area “10-20 times,” as Louise herself recommends. The ice globes work to boost circulation and lymphatic drainage alike, meaning they’re inherently firming, yes, but also glow-inducing. “It’s like a brain freeze from the outside in,” Zoey Deutch, a regular user, once said. Time to see what all the hype is about.
Price upon publish date of this article: $130

Patrón El Alto Festival Kit
No matter if she has Lollapalooza on the cal or brings the fun with her wherever she goes, the woman who birthed you (and is also, somehow, more of a party animal than you are) will be delighted to receive Patrón’s festival kit for Mother’s Day: no GA or even VIP tickets required. Spotlighting the tequila giant’s smoky, high-end El Alto reposado — straight from the Jalisco Highlands and into her hand — the gift-ready arrangement also includes two collector cups for toasting to the arrival of warm weather the right way.
Price upon publish date of this article: $119.99

Pashion The D’Orsay Convertible Heel
The footwear company Pashion was born from a simple yet cutting-edge idea: Why not make heels that can transform into flats at will? The dictionary definition of “day-to-night versatility,” its offerings rely on a patented, flexible sole and removable heels across a plethora of designs and heights. If she’s always been partial to putting on her dancing shoes, gift the lovely lady Pashion’s D’Orsay Convertible Heel: which can go from three- (or four-) inch stiletto to comfort-driven, pointed-toe flat in seconds. Its ankle strap is adjustable, by the way, and those rhinestones will make her shine even brighter.
Price upon publish date of this article: $220

Mother The Mid Rise Rambler Zip Ankle Jeans
Martha Stewart — the end-all and be-all mother — repped these mid-rise, straight-leg, subtly faded blue jeans in her recent campaign with Mother Denim. What more needs to be said?
Price upon publish date of this article: $258

Ugg Women’s Fluff Yeah Slide
Ugg’s been getting a lot of celebrity love lately, so if the woman you’re shopping for is one with the trends, she’ll be over the moon about the brand’s circa-2026 Fluff Yeah Slide. An elastic strap at back doles out a secure fit, while a plush sheepskin upper, midsole, and insole guarantee the “warm fuzzies” during indoor or outdoor wear: her call.
Price upon publish date of this article: $140

Uncommon Goods Birth Month Flower Robe
Designed in partnership with watercolor artist Juliet Meeks, this Uncommon Goods robe honors Mom’s birthday month — and its corresponding flower, be it honeysuckle or poppy — while wrapping itself in a thermoregulating, biodegradable material and giving her the freedom to move around thanks to those attractive, wide sleeves. A matching drawstring bag is the cherry on top of this highly rated gift selection, and your only job here is to know when your mom was born. (Don’t get it wrong.)
Price upon publish date of this article: $68
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Meet the Author
Stacia Datskovska is a Senior Commerce Writer at WWD. Previously, she worked at ELLE DECOR as an assistant digital editor, covering all things luxury, culture, and lifestyle through a design lens. Her bylines over the past five years have appeared in USA Today, Baltimore Sun, Teen Vogue, Boston Globe, Food & Wine, and more. Prior to joining ELLE DECOR, Datskovska learned the ins and outs of e-commerce at Mashable, where she tested products, covered tentpole sales events, and curated gift guide roundups. She graduated from NYU with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and international relations. Datskovska regularly doles out seasonal gifting suggestions and considers herself the best gift-giver she knows (you’re in good hands here).








