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Mother’s Day, is Sunday, May 12 — and it’s not too late to get a gift in time for the holiday. Instead of scrolling through thousands of online reviews to find the perfect gift (because mom insists she “doesn’t need anything” every year), you can go straight to another source that people love for shopping inspiration: Hollywood moms. And with the holiday coming up this weekend, it’s a great time to start the hunt for the best gifts for mom and other maternal figures in your life.
To save you lots of browsing, we’ve rounded up some of the best Mother’s Day presents and effortless gift sets— including some that have earned accolades from A-listers — from Target, Nordstrom, Sephora, Saks Fifth Avenue, Best Buy and other retailers.
Whether she’s into matching PJs, tech gadgets, skincare, fashion, gardening, music or even a tried-and-true flower delivery, there’s something for every type of mom below.
Kora Organics x Bumpsuit Moment for Motherhood Kit
Whether she’s a mom-to-be or someone whose home spa could use an upgrade, Kora Organics and Bumpuit’s Moment for Motherhood Kit ensures she carves out some relaxation. This set includes the Miranda Kerr-founded skin care brand’s Noni Glow Sleeping Mask and Noni Glow Body Oil for leaving mom’s face and body glowing and nourished, plus Bumpsuit’s Cloud Robe to wrap herself in comfort. (It’s one of Kerr’s favorite pieces from fellow model Nic Trunfio’s loungewear label.)
Apple Watch Series 9
Mom can keep track of her workouts, emails, sleep, heart rate and more with the Apple Watch Series 9, which is now carbon neutral when paired with the Sport Loop. The tech giant’s latest smart wearable has a larger and brighter screen than its predecessor, and it also takes ECG (for checking irregular heart rhythm), syncs with music and audiobooks and can be used at checkout at stores that accept Apple Pay.
Diptyque Extra-Large Roses Candle
When it comes to Mother’s Day gifts, a gorgeous candle is a classic option. Diptyque is famous for its elegant French-made candles — so why not go big with the brand’s bestselling Roses scent in the limited-edition extra-large size?
Other options incude Choisya, the orange blossom fragrance loved by Kate Hudson. If mom is not into citrus scents, Diptyque recently released the exclusive Parisian Café collection with delicious coffee, cookie and whipped cream aromas.
Tumi Asra Shoulder Bag
Tumi’s Asra shoulder bag was designed for stylish jet-setters or anyone constantly on the go (like your busy mama). The roomy carryall is made of lightweight, easy-to-clean nylon, and it’s got all of the pockets and compartments she needs to keep her essentials organized.
Framebridge Custom Framed Gift
For her favorite home screen photos that deserve a spot on the wall, put a frame on it with Framebridge. Upload one or more photos, select a frame style and order by May 7, and the online framing service will send your custom art in a gift box and bow.
Lake Pima Cotton Pajama Bundle
Mom of three Jennifer Garner recently shared a photo on Instagram while wearing Lake’s cotton poplin pajamas. The brand’s Peruvian pima cotton PJ bundle includes a short-sleeved tee, shorts and pants, so she can sleep or lounge in comfort any time of the year.
Mother’s Day Small Cheese & Charcuterie Board
A chic charcuterie board makes a delicious surprise for the mom who loves a beautiful tablescape. Not a grazing board pro? Boarderie does the hard work for you with their acacia wood serving boards filled with fully-arranged, ready-to-eat collections of cheese, meat, nuts, crackers and more.
Cravings by Chrissy Teigen Stove to Table: Lowkey Lavender Bundle
For moms who love a colorful kitchen, this cast iron grill pan and braiser set from Chrissy Teigen’s Cravings line adds a luxe upgrade to her cookware collection.
Blissy Dream Set
Give mom the gift of beauty rest with Blissy’s three-piece Dream set, which comes with a pillowcase (available in standard, queen or king sizes), sleep mask and two scrunchies. Not only does it feel luxurious, but it will protect her hair while she snoozes by preventing damage from friction. That means no more bedhead. Silk, as opposed to cotton, is also better for her skin, since it absorbs less moisture. (Celebrity moms Hilary Duff, Gabrielle Union and Alessandra Ambrosio have used Blissy’s products.)
Garden Glory Swedish Garden Hose & Nozzle Set
“Chic” and “garden hose” are rarely uttered in the same sentence — until now. Garden Glory’s very chic garden hose is the perfect gift idea for green-thumbed moms who want their gear to be as fashionable as their landscaping.
Sprinkles Mother’s Day Bundle
Take a cue from Oprah Winfrey, Barbra Streisand, Blake Lively and Paris Hilton (to name just a few Sprinkles gift-givers) and shower mom with her favorite celebrity-loved cupcakes. Sprinkles’ special Mother’s Day bundle includes three each of vanilla, red velvet, dark chocolate and strawberry shortcake bar flavors — and they’ll come in time for the holiday if you order by May 9.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (16 GB)
Bookworm mamas will always have plenty of page-turners with the Kindle Paperwhite e-book reader. The lightweight tablet boasts a 6.8-inch 300ppi glare-free display with thinner borders (so readers get more screen), speedy page turning, up to 10 weeks of battery life and 16 GB of storage, which means readers can store thousands of titles on their device. Bibliophiles can also enjoy stress-free poolside or bathtime reading on the waterproof device, and night owls can adjust the screen’s warmth from white to amber for easy evening use. The Kindle also pairs with Bluetooth headphones and Audible subscriptions for those who want to go hands-free.
Veja Campo Sneaker
A pair of fresh kicks — especially comfortable, eco-conscious ones — that are also royal-approved make a great gift for mom. Veja was founded in 2004 and it has been on the radar of stylish, sustainability-minded people ever since. Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton have both worn the French sneaker brand’s retro designs, and these best-selling Campo sneakers in white canvass feature a “springy” rubber cupsole so she can feel comfy wherever she’s headed.
Dyson Airwrap Complete Long Multi-Styler
Dyson’s bestselling Airwrap Complete Long multi-styler. It’s the perfect luxury gift for moms who love being a one-woman glam squad: it can transform wet hair into luscious, bouncy curls, dreamy waves or sleek and straight tresses in no time, thanks to the proprietary Coana smoothing and drying technology.
It comes with 1.2- and 1.6-inch Airwrap barrels, firm and soft smoothing brushes and a round volumizing brush so giftees can curl, smooth, dry and wave their hair without leaving strands frizzy or damaged from heat. (Fans of Dyson’s high-end hair tools include starry hairstylists and brand ambassadors Jen Atkin and Matt Collins, celebrity makeup artist Priscilla Ono, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Jessica Alba.)
Petite Plume Women’s Pima Robe
Naomi Watts, Gwyneth Paltrow, Miranda Kerr and Maye Musk are a handful of starry moms who’ve lounged in Petite Plume’s chic PJs. If your giftee has plenty of jammies from Mother’s Days past, treat to a hotel-like experience at home with a cozy pima cotton robe in her favorite color with contrast piping.
Aura Carver Smart Digital Picture Frame
Keep the memories rolling and gift mom, grandma or any other mama figures in your life Aura’s 10.1-inch Carver Mat digital photo frame. The Oprah Winfrey-approved device makes it easy to display their favorite pictures in true color in a sleek, matted design that blends seamlessly into homes and offices. It comes with unlimited free cloud storage, and we love that it automatically displays matching photos side-by-side. You can even load up photos ahead of time so all mom needs to do is plug it in.
The Bouqs Vased Pink Peonies
One of the best flower delivery services for Mother’s Day and other celebrations, The Bouqs Co. offers fashionable florals that stylish moms will love — such as this whimsical Birdie bouquet with hot pink peonies, peach-pink stock flowers and alstroemeria in a jade ceramic vase. Plus, save 25 percent off and take $10 off shipping on select Mother’s Day bouquets with code MOM25.
Birthdate Co. Personalized Zodiac Pendant Necklace
Zodiac jewelry is one of the most timeless Mother’s Day gifts, and Birthdate Co.’s personalized pendant necklace is set with four gemstones and crystals inspired by mom’s birth month and day. The 14-karat gold-plated charm will be engraved with their birthday, astrological sign and initials, and it comes on an adjustable 16- to 20-inch chain. If mom is more into fragrances or charts, the company also offers personalized birthdate candles ($60), books ($115), gift sets and more.
‘The Space That Keeps You: When Home Becomes a Love Story’ by Jeremiah Brent
If mom can’t get enough of the Queer Eye guys, let her get acquainted with new Fab Five member and celebrity interior designer Jeremiah Brent. His debut book, The Space That Keeps You, examines what makes a house a “home,” and showcases Brent’s signature California modern style.
Dashing Diva Powder Pink Glaze Starter Kit
A top beauty gift for moms who prefer a hands-on approach to manis? Dashing Diva’s LED manicure starter kit includes powder pink semi-cured gel nail strips, a travel-friendly LED lamp and all the accessories she needs for pro-looking nails.
Wild One Harness Walk & Treat Kit
Celebrate your favorite dog mom and upgrade her routine with Wild One’s chic Harness Walk & Treat Kit, which includes a handy waist pack and everything else she and her pups need for a stylish stroll.
Prada Paradoxe Eau de Parfum
One of the best gifts for moms who love floral fragrances is Prada’s latest scent, Paradoxe. Encased in a refillable bottle shaped in the Italian luxury label’s iconic triangle logo, this warm, floral perfume features base notes of neroli bud, bourbon vanilla, amber and white musk; top notes of tangerine, pear and bergamot; and middle notes of orange blossom and jasmine sambac.
John Kelly Chocolates 12-Piece Box
Quentin Tarantino, Mindy Kaling and Viola Davis are among the stars who’ve gifted L.A.-based confectioner John Kelly’s sweets to their favorite people. For the mama with a sweet tooth and a taste for luxury, this 12-piece box of chocolates will surely hit the spot.
Artifact Uprising Hardcover Photo Book
When she prefers to flip (instead of scrolling) through her favorite memories by hand, Artifact Uprising lets you create personalized hardcover photo books in a range of sizes, page counts, paper types and dust jacket style — so she’ll love displaying one on her bookshelf or coffee table.
Caraway Bakeware Set
Available as a 5- or 11-piece set, Caraway’s stylish bakeware is made with non-toxic ceramic coating and comes with handy storage containers for keeping her kitchen organized.
Cuyana Wide Brim Ecuador Hat
For the stylish, sun-worshipping mama, Cuyana’s Wide Brim Ecuador Hat — available in other neutral colors — is the perfect size for beach days and farmers market strolls. The style is often known commercially as a Panama hat but originates in Ecuador, which is why the socially conscious brand is on a mission get the iconic silhouette rightfully renamed after the indigenous weavers who created it first.
Kodak Dock Plus 4×6 Instant Photo Printer
Now she can print out four-by-six-inch pictures straight from her phone with Kodak’s Dock Plus Instant Photo Printer, which connects via Bluetooth to most smartphones, tablets and other devices that contain her favorite pics. The company’s AR app lets users add filters, frames and more to their photos, and images can be printed with or without borders.
Nisolo Classic Wallet
For the woman whose billfold is overflowing with receipts, this versatile leather wallet by Nisolo is one of the best Mother’s Day gifts for moms who could use a minimalist upgrade. This vegetable-tanned woven leather piece gets a nice patina over time, and it has an internal zipper pocket and six card slots.
Lululemon Align High-Rise Mini-Flared Pant
Lululemon’s oft-imitated Align Pants come in this versatile high-rise mini-flared silhouette. Meghan Markle was spotted sporting the leggings version, one of the brand’s best-selling items, while in New York City for her baby shower in 2019. Made from the incredibly soft Nulu fabric, these wear-anywhere pants are light-as-a-feather and comfy as can be. Available in 28- and 31-inch lengths and other colors.
Essie Ballet French Manicure Kit
Kate Middleton wore Essie’s sheer pink Ballet Slippers shade to her wedding — and DIY manicurists can get her look with this French manicure nail polish kit that comes with a white color, too. The brand’s streak-free formula makes a home manicure a cinch, so it’s a great Mother’s Day gift.