The Best Gifts for Mom Will Make Her Extra Proud
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It's tough work honing in on the best gifts for mom (and mother figures of all kinds). They're perennial overachievers, which can make it tough to nail down the one gift that will suit her varied, yet highly specific, needs. But most moms can be defined by one thing: their impeccable taste. So when shopping for the moms in your life for Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Christmas, or beyond, consider elevated versions of all their favorite essentials—from bottomless bags to cookware to skincare stocking stuffers.
For all your streamlined (and not totally flustered, last-minute) shopping purposes, this handcrafted, artisanal gift guide focuses on delights big and small, as well as some more practical, perhaps even useful gifts for mom—like gift sets that nod to her cravings and craft preferences, quality of life enhancements in the form of tech gadgets, plus comfy layers that can shuttle her through the end of winter. Now go forth and claim your position as her favorite child with one (or many) of these, the best gifts for mom.
The Best Gifts for Moms Shopping Guide
- The Stocking Stuffer Under $25: Madewell Mini Bow Stud Earrings, $22
- The Wintery Sweater: GAP Split-Hem Fair Isle Sweater, $90
- The Travel-Friendly Skincare: Vagus Nerve Travel Set, $58
- The Cozy-Making Bedding: Parachute Washed Velvet Quilt, $299
- The Scene-Stealing Cookware: Our Place Cast-Iron Perfect Pot,
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Naadam
Signature Cashmere Gloves
Stylish handwarmers that allow her to text and swipe unhindered by the weather.
- 2/63
Gap
24/7 Split-Hem Fair Isle Sweater
Fair isle sweaters are quintessential to the holiday season regardless of whether you traveled to Scotland or conveniently grabbed one at the Gap.
- 3/63
Oribe
Gold Lust Collection
A splurge-worthy set of Oribe's Gold Lust line to make those precious few minutes alone feel positively transformative.
- 4/63
Madewell
Mini Bow Stud Earrings
Tie these bows up in a literal bow to reach peak 2023 gifting levels.
- 6/63
Parachute
Washed Velvet Quilt
A richly textured blanket that won't so much help her sleep as fully hibernate this winter.
- 7/63
Jolie
Filter Showerhead
The ticket to better skin and lustrous hair is a showerhead that's filters out chlorine and heavy metals. The better water pressure and design-y aesthetics are just the cherry on top.
- 8/63
Sleeper
Cosmos Metallic Jersey Pajama Set
A slinky set of PJs with ‘70s lapels for the mom who got really into Priscilla this year, or just loves a nighttime look. It’s got the pizzazz to wear as a full ensemble at New Year's when it's not being used as sleepwear.
- 9/63
Lululemon
Everywhere Belt Bag
This larger quilted puffer Everywhere belt bag can store the old Lululemon fanny she's been toting on those brisk AM walks.
- 10/63
Ember
Mug 2
With its smart technology that keeps beverages at the perfect temp for over an hour, the Ember Mug 2 is the perfect drinking vessel for the forgetful mom who reheats her morning coffee multiple times a day.
- 11/63
Atelier Paulin
Personalized Twist Wire Bracelet
You get up to ten letters with this everyday bracelet; you can't go wrong with the obvious choice, but her kid's name will bring on the waterworks.
- 12/63
Made in Japan
Classic Type II Trucker Jacket
Between the pleated detailing, symmetrical pocket flaps, and Japanese selvedge denim, she'll think this Levi's and Made In Japan trucker jacket is bespoke. (With the nod-to-vintage fit, it may as well be.)
- 13/63
Brooklinen
Heathered Cashmere Duvet Set
Now that you know that this cashmere bedding set exists you have our permission to leave this gift guide and never come back.
- 14/63
Almond Cow
Milk Maker Machine
Nuts, grains, seeds; they can apparently all be milked—and quite easily with this convenient machine that’s the perfect gift for the mom who’s coming to terms with her lactose intolerance.
- 15/63
Larroudé
x Lingua Franca Customizable Sleeper Slippers
Slippers that are too precious to wear out of the house are the best holiday gift she’d never think to get herself. These are made for lounging with their cushy sole and can even be personalized with an embroidered monogram.
- 16/63
Acne Studios
Light Scarf
It's not that Acne scarf, but it's inarguably more versatile—and that's really what mom needs.
- 17/63
Flamingo Estate
The Legends Gift Set
Before girl dinner there was mom dinner, so help her feast like a queen with this deluxe gift box of treats mom loves, from red wine to small-batch cheese and crackers.
- 18/63
Nesugar
Steamer
A portable steamer with the looks of a sculptural art piece that weighs in at less than a pound. Is it chicer than the clothing she's de-wrinkling? Almost.
- 19/63
Kith for Bugaboo
Fox 5 Stroller Set
Baby's first collab. Trust us, mom already wanted a Bugaboo stroller—this unexpected collab clinched it.
- 20/63
Therabody
Eye Mask Smart Goggles
If you bought her a foot massager or shoulder wrap last year, it's time to cap off her downtime with these smart goggles. They'll heat up, vibrate, and massage her peepers for the five seconds it takes her to fall asleep with them on.
- 21/63
Merrell
Women's Speed Eco Shoes
The best hiking shoes look a lot more like a streamlined sneaker than a clunky ankle boot.
- 22/63
Mosser Glass
Bathing Beauty Dish
A holder of keys, jewelry, candy—not unlike mom herself.
- 23/63
Slip
Pure Silk Skinny Scrunchies (4-Pack)
Silky hair ties that actually match her hair color. In other words, the gift she didn't know she needed.
- 24/63
J.Crew
Berkeley Bucket Bag
A convincing The Row dupe that she'll gladly tote around each fall. And this way, she won't bat an eyelash when it inevitably becomes her kid's "washable" marker canvas.
- 25/63
Rizzoli
'Tina Turner: That's My Life,' by Tina Turner
A visual autobiography of the queen, for your queen. Told through photos, letters, and mementos from her personal archive, this book relays Tina Turner's life in images—ideal for the mom who has exactly no time or energy to read.
- 26/63
Gucci
Leather-Trimmed Cosmetics Case
Let her tell the kids it's what's on the inside that matters and all that. But not here. Not in this case.
- 27/63
Osea
Vagus Nerve Travel Set
If she's had a year, this set is intended to relax her nervous system. It starts with a bath oil to set the vibe, a massage oil to stimulate the Vagus nerve, and a pillow mist to keep the calm going.
- 29/63
Toast
Sheepskin Hot Water Bottle Cover
Snug as a bug in a shearling hot water bottle cover.
- 30/63
Jenny Bird
Instant Lift Earring Backs
The long-term effects of heavy earrings may be wearing her down, but this fix is faster than scheduling surgery.
- 31/63
Guest In Residence
Two-tone Ribbed Cashmere Socks
Cool mom Gigi Hadid founded an actually good line of high-quality cashmere essentials in Guest In Residence. These cozy socks are emblematic of the brand's "funky classic" ethos.
- 32/63
T3
Airebrush Blow-Dry Brush
No one needs a hot tool with close to 10 attachments, least of all your busy mom. This blow-dry brush will give her the smoothest, bounciest blow-out at home, without the fuss or hair damage.
- 33/63
The Conran Shop
Wavy Apron
Get her a splashy apron that's just as versatile as she is. This one transitions into a half-apron on a whim thanks to the loops at the top: Now you see it, now you don't.
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Byredo
Rouge Chaotique Eau de Parfum
The anathema to Chanel No. 5, gift this to the woman reveling in her new mom chaos. Each note (spiced tobacco, juicy plum) is seemingly at odds in this moody newcomer from Byredo, but one spritz and she'll find rare peace.
- 35/63
Blue Bottle
Craft Instant Espresso Multiserve
Not your mom's (old) cup of instant coffee. This stuff is so good, that you may as well go ahead and get her a whole subscription.
- 36/63
Everlane
Cotton Modern Trench Coat
The streamlined trenchcoat that'll turn any half-baked outfit into a certifiable look.
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Kate McLeod
Daily Stone
A lightly herbaceous moisturizer that practically melts on your body, for the mom who delights in self-care rituals.
- 38/63
Emi Jay
Big Effing Clip
A Big Effing Clip for all the big effing hair that finally grew back postpartum. Sucess.
- 39/63
Therabody
TheraFace Pro Device
A thoughtful gift that helps banish TMJ jaw pain, crow's feet, and any unpredictable blemishes that pop up overnight.
- 40/63
Toteme
Cashmere Scarf
"Put a scarf on it" is practically her motto, so get her some of the finest cashmere to top off her fall fits.
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Our Place
Cast-Iron Perfect Pot
Just the right aesthetically-pleasing vessel for all the stews and freshly baked boules she'll be putting on the table.
- 42/63
Banana Republic
Stella Cloud Clutch
The oversized silhouette will still allow her to double stuff her mini bag with "just in case" essentials.
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Ayond
Amber Elix Vibrancy Oil
Cold-pressed oils and bakuchiol to keep her looking as radiant as ever.
- 45/63
Bang & Olufsen
Beosound A5 Speaker
Looks like a picnic basket, expertly maximizes sound, and even charges up her phone.
- 46/63
Esker
Aromatic Shower Steamer Set
So she can breathe out stress, anxiety, and all the looming deadlines in her iCal after a long day, and breathe in palo santo, eucalyptus, and lavender instead during bath time.
- 47/63
Heather Taylor Home
Mini Gingham Bathrobe
Add some menswear lapels to her brunch-ready robe.
- 48/63
Mejuri
Jewelry Box
A great-looking jewelry box for all of her treasures and tiny keepsakes that also makes for a winning personalized gift if you throw a monogram on there.
- 49/63
Marcato
Stainless Steel Pasta Machine
Her ticket to hand-cranked pasta, just like grandma used to make it.
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Augustinus Bader
The Eye Cream
There are very few occasions that call for a luxe $220 eye cream, but for any occasion celebrating your mother it feels just right.
- 51/63
Bearaby
Velvet Napper Weighted Blanket
We think she's ready to move up a weight class with her throw blanket game.
- 52/63
Nike
Vomero 16 Premium Road Running Shoes
Whether she's prepping for a marathon or simply pounding the pavement for fun, these watercolor-esque trainers are a great gift that will help the miles fly by and keep her feet well-ventilated.
- 54/63
Moon Juice
Magnesi-Om
Give her the good night of sleep she's been missing. This is a supplement she'll actually look forward to taking every night, and it's not just because of the magnesium benefits; the berry and blue lemon flavors are a genuine delight.
- 55/63
Vyrao
Witchy Large Candle
90 hours of rosy, spicy enchantment that will fill even a loft-size space with its aroma.
- 56/63
Bala
The Weight Kit
A banger of a wellness idea for the mom who’s on the RBG workout program now.
- 57/63
Seasons
Diffuser
Serenity now, courtesy of one seriously attractive and blessedly portable essential oil diffuser that we anointed with a GQ Sleep Award this year.
- 58/63
Maison Balzac
Cocktail Napkins
An easy conversation starter for her next splashy dinner party.
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CB2
Scrunch Table Lamp
Something elegant to shed light on her Kindle or latest paperback.
- 61/63
Papier
Bake and Grill Recipe Journal
Selfishly, an actual spot for her to jot down her "just eyeball it" culinary masterpieces will help you replicate them down the line.
- 62/63
Mutha
Body Glow Up Set
All the body hydration a mutha (or mother-in-law) needs, in one pampering gift set that includes a lotion, oil, serum, and brush. As a bonus, 5% of sales goes to midwife and nurse education programs where maternal mortality rates are the highest.
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Judy
The Mover Max
For the prepper mom who's always ready for anything, there's no better gift than a waterproof go-bag that's stuffed to the gills with all the first aid necessities and emergency rations that she could possibly need to help her land on her feet in extreme weather situations and beyond.
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