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Finding the perfect present for mom can be hard. But luckily our inboxes are brimming with brilliant gift ideas from brands all over the globe — and we don’t believe in gatekeeping. So we’ve combed through hundreds of gift pitches to narrow it down to the items we’re asking for, or have earmarked for the moms we love the most.
From fun, affordable beauty buys to splurge-worthy jewels and cozy pajamas, the PEOPLE editors handpicked the presents they’ll be wrapping (or hope to be unwrapping) for the moms in their life. Now stop procrastinating, and shop!
Maya Brenner Custom Necklace
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Melody Chiu, West Coast Executive Editor: This is one of my go-to gifts for my girlfriends, and I love customizing the letters for new moms to reflect their new arrival. It’s super dainty and can be worn every day (and Meghan Markle and Mila Kunis are fans!).
Buy It! Maya Brenner Custom Gold Necklace – 3 Letters, $395; mayabrenner.com
Tory Burch Card Case
Andrea Lavinthal, Style and Beauty Director: At the risk of sounding even older than I am, I’ll admit that I prefer to use a physical credit card to my iPhone to pay. (What? It’s not like I just said I still use a paper calendar which I do.) Part of the reason I’m living in the past is because it gives me an excuse to buy fancy card cases like this chic pink quilted Tory Burch one (Apple Pay could never).
Buy It! Tory Burch Kira Card Case, $98; toryburch.com
Favorite Daughter “Mom of the Year” Hat
Favorite Daughter
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Introducing the perfect topper to any school drop-off outfit. It’s cute, versatile and will likely leave the rest of the moms in the drop off line talking.
Buy It! Favorite Daughter “Mom of the Year” Baseball Hat, $40; shopfavoritedaughter.com
Fresh Oval Soaps
Fresh Soaps
Jackie Fields, Deputy Beauty Director: There’s nothing I wouldn’t get for my mom on Mother’s Day. Yet, every year she makes a humble request for a restock of Fresh’s signature soaps. Maybe it’s their pretty packaging, maybe it’s their super size (which makes them both eye-catching and long-lasting), maybe it’s their lush scents. But whatever it is, they make her supremely happy on Mother’s Day — and for months to come.
Buy It! Fresh Oval Soap, $18 each; fresh.com
Soft Services Theraplush Overnight Repair
Soft Services
Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: Don’t let the mom in your life wake up in a cold sweat wondering if she’s put enough sunscreen on her hands to avoid having to wear fingerless gloves when she’s 70. This brand makes an overnight hand cream with retinol that has a cult following already (and some very compelling before-and-after photos), the refillable packaging of which is designed to look cute on your nightstand. She’ll sleep soundly from here on out.
Buy It! Soft Services Theraplush overnight repair, $62; softservices.com
Barry’s Star Hoodie
Barry’s
Melody Chiu, West Coast Executive Editor: Barry’s is one of my go-to workouts, and their merch is cute and functional. This hoodie — paired with a bundle of their classes — is a perfect gift for any mom to get some time to themselves (I always leave every class feeling invigorated).
Buy It! Barry’s Navy Star Hoodie, $98; shop.barrys.com
Slip Initial Pillow Case
Slip
Jackie Fields, Deputy Beauty Director: By now you’re probably exhausted from hearing us extol the virtues of silk pillowcases. What I will say is the only thing that could make Slip’s beloved one even more coveted is Mom’s initial.
Buy It! Slip Initial Pillow Case, $99; slip.com
Quay Prescription Sunglasses
Quay Australia
Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: Trying to stay on-trend on the soccer sidelines is awfully hard when you need prescription sunglasses to see five feet in front of you — they’re so pricey that once you’ve got a pair, you’re wearing them for the next decade. This pair from celeb-loved line Quay would be a welcome update to my aesthetic, while still being classic (and high-quality) enough to last me another ten years.
Buy It! Quay “Act Natural” prescription sunglasses, $205; quayaustralia.com
Sézane Bag
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Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: Speaking of those soccer sidelines: A handsfree, lightweight bag is essential for a mom with kids under the age of 8 (who will also inevitably be lugging all the other crap to and from the car). I have a black one I love but haven’t found one in a summerier shade that fit the bill — until now. This Sézane crossbody is the perfect neutral color with just enough visual interest thanks to the chain strap and croc emboss.
Buy It! Sézane “Victor’ handbag, $390; sezane.com
Sio Smooth & Smile Set
Andrea Lavinthal, Style and Beauty Director: These medical-grade silicone patches are one of favorite beauty products to give someone before a big event since they temporarily flatten wrinkles around your eyes, mouth and lips (it’s as satisfying as it sounds) . This gift set also comes with a smoothing face and body scrub for extra pampering.
Buy It! Sio Smooth & Smile Set, $83.98; siobeauty.com
Pandora Lab-Grown Diamond Bracelet
Pandora
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Pandora’s fine jewelry line offers all the latest trends at more accessible price-points. Their lab-grow diamond collection is brimming with chic finds that are versatile and buildable. I love the idea of adding this bracelet, featuring a single 0.15 carat lab-grown diamond at its center in a 14k gold bezel setting on a cable chain band, to my current wrist stack. (Here’s to hoping someone in my life is reading this gallery.)
Buy It! Pandora Era Lab-grown Diamond Bezel Chain Bracelet, $490; us.pandora.net
SeaVees Acorn Trainer
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Melody Chiu, West Coast Executive Editor: This celebrity-loved brand (Gwyneth Paltrow is a huge fan) offers some of the most comfortable sneakers around. Their new trainer comes in three color options (the green and blue ones add a fun pop to a more muted outfit), and it makes me happy knowing my mom can have a little bounce in her step when she wears these!
Buy It! SeaVees Acorn Trainer in Grass Green, $130; seavees.com
HexMill Salt and Pepper Grinder Set
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Melody Chiu, West Coast Executive Editor: Whipping up a delicious meal is definitely my mom’s love language, and we both reach for HexClad’s pans any time we’re in the kitchen. Their salt and pepper grinder set is super chic, substantial (yet easy to use) and looks great displayed on the counter.
Buy It! HexClad HexMill Salt and Pepper Grinder Set, $199.99; hexclad.com
Vosges Chocolate Library
Vosges Chocolate
Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: If she loves books, chocolate or both (probably both), this sweet “mini library” of the high-end chocolatier’s taste-sensational bars is a winning gift. And like the bookworm who loves to explore the world through the pages of something great, this exotic shelf of sweets will also help her broaden her horizons with flavors that include banana coconut, turmeric ginger and raw honey.
Buy It! Vosges Mini Exotic Chocolate LIbrary, $25; vosgeschocolate.com
Vuori Warm-Up Jogger
Vuori
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: There’s a reason these joggers continue to sell out — the fit is impeccable. They’re the perfect travel pant, errand-running pant, movie night with the girls pant… TheShockNews goes on. They also make a thoughtful gift for the mom always on the go.
Buy It! Vuori Halo Warm-Up Jogger, $108; vuoriclothing.com
Victoria Beckham Beauty The Full Atelier Set
Victoria Beckham Beauty
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Feel like overhauling mom’s makeup this year? Then Victoria Beckham Beauty is your one-stop shop. The brand offers it’s full best-seller set — including the Instant Brightening Waterline Pencil, Future Lash Mascara, Reflect Highlighting Stick and your choice of high-glimmer Lid Lustre, Posh Gloss and Cheeky Posh Cream Blush, plus the hot-selling Satin Kajal Liner, which according to Posh, one sells every 30 seconds — with everything she needs to feel glam.
Buy It! Victoria Beckham Beauty The Full Atelier Set, $249; victoriabeckhambeauty.com
Beachwaver Travel Set
Beachwaver Co.
Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: If someone I know is reading this, I’d really like a refresh of my travel toiletries (everything in here is something I really need on vacation) plus a ticket to a beach so I can test out how well the hairspray and curl mousse works!
Buy It! Beachweaver Ultimate Travel Set, $24; beachwaver.com
Cupshe Cover-Up
Cupshe
Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: And on my imaginary Mother’s Day vacation, I am going to wear this Cupshe cover up, because it’s got the beach-to-bistro vibes I require in my seaside attire (no transparent mesh maxis for me) and will look cute with sneakers or sandals. (Plus it’s durable enough for when I have to go back to full-time mom-ing and I’m back to sitting in the sand making sculptures).
Buy It! Cupshe striped collared mini button-up, $33; cupshe.com
Favorite Daughter x Roller Rabbit Polo Pajamas
Roller Rabbit x Favorite Daughter
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Two of my favorite brands collaborated just in time for Mother’s Day on the prettiest pajamas around. I nabbed a pair of these for my mom (and myself) because they’re selling out super-fast. Favorite Daughter x Roller Rabbit’s limited-edition capsule also features a fun take on FD’s ex-boyfriend button-down shirt and matching onesies for your little one.
Buy It! Favorite Daughter x Roller Rabbit Polo Pajamas, $138; shopfavoritedaughter.com
Marrow Fine “Mama” Enamel Band
Marrow Fine
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: “This design is a special way to honor any mom or mother-figure in your life,” Marrow Fine founder Jillian Sassone says of her “Mama” enamel band design which comes in a classic white color in 14k white gold, 14k yellow gold and 14k rose gold. The celeb-loved brand also offers an “Always” enamel band, with 10% of each ring purchase donated to San Diego’s Ronald McDonald House in honor of Jillian’s niece, who passed away to cancer at the age of 10.
Buy It! Marrow Fine “Mama” Enamel Band, $800; marrowfine.com
Augustinus Bader Starter Kit
Augustinus Bader
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Nothing says I love you quite like really luxe, really pricey skincare. Enter this set of on-the-go essentials from celeb-praised brand Augustinus Bader, featuring its best-selling “The Cream” that helps replenish moisture and restore the complexion. The set also includes a cleansing gel, exfoliating toner and face oil.
Buy It! Augustinus Bader Starter Kit, $210; nordstrom.com
Margaux Sneaker Socks
Margaux
Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: TikTok bully my mom friends and me all you want: We aren’t going to wear the high socks. That’s our right as millennials. But I wouldn’t mind an upgrade to my beloved no-shows, like these cute sneaker socks in pretty colors from the brand whose extremely chic but very comfortable flats you’re seeing everywhere.
Buy It! Sneaker socks in “Fog”, $15; margauxny.com
Missoma Oversize Stud Earrings
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Missoma has a huge inventory of chic gifts to choose from for Mom. but when I saw Bella Hadid rocking these over and over again, I immediately added them to my shopping cart. (They keep selling out!) I love the retro, almost ’80s vibe and they elevate any simple jeans-and-a-tee look.
Buy It! Missoma “Ripple” Oversize Stud Earrings, $161; us.missoma.com
Brilliant Earth Tennis Necklace
Brilliant Earth
Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: Anyone who follows me on social media or reads Lindy Segal’s delightful Gatekeeping newsletter knows I’ve been obsessively hunting for a necklace I saw on the Today Show. I fully struck out, but in the quest I’ve found so many other great necklaces, like this versatile and classy bezel-set tennis necklace with lab-grown diamonds. I’d wear it every day, bringing the cost-per-wear to, you know, basically pennies!
Buy It! Brilliant Earth bezel-set lab-grown diamond tennis necklace, $4,995; brilliantearth.com
Womaness Let’s Neck 2 Pack
Andrea Lavinthal, Style and Beauty Director: The only way to get rid of the loose, crepey skin on your neck is an appointment with a plastic surgeon (DM me if you want the name of a really good one.) The next best thing is this lightweight hydrating serum, which helps make your neck and chest area appear smoother and tighter. Plus, it feels fantastic when you apply it thanks to the cooling roller applicator.
Buy It! Womaness Let’s Neck 2 Pack, $53.98; womaness.com
Rhode iPhone Lip Case
Rhode Skin
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: For the she’s-not-a-regular-mom-she’s-a-cool-mom on your list (you know the one!), a hot-selling phone case and a peptide lip treatment from Hailey Bieber’s brand is the perfect gift.
Buy It! Rhode iPhone Lip Case, $35; rhodeskin.com
James Allen Mom Necklace
James Allen
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: This 14-karat gold “Mom” letter necklace is the perfect personalized gift. It features a cable chain that can be adjusted from 16 to 18 inches, plus an easy lobster clasp. The best part? It’s currently on sale!
Buy It! James Allen Mom Station Necklace, $216; jamesallen.com
8 Greens Beauty Gift Set
Andrea Lavinthal, Style and Beauty Director: If you’re like me, the majority of your meals consist of discarded items from your kids’ plate. (What is it about the crust of a pb&j sandwich that they find so unappetizing?) That’s why I’m a fan of this brand which makes it easy to get more greens than you’d find in a salad via their tasty gummies and tablets. They also have marine collagen, biotin and hyaluronic acid to give your skin the glow of someone who didn’t just eat a cold chicken finger for lunch.
Buy It! 8Greens Beauty Gift Set, $65; 8greens.com
Aritzia TNA Ankle Socks
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Much like the name boasts, these really are the best socks ever. Full stop. They are the perfect thickness, the right amount of stretch, have a soft feel and I wear mine everyday because they hug my feet in all the right places. So if there is a mom in your life still rocking the no-shows, it’s time to bring her up to speed.
Buy It! Aritzia TNA “The Best Ankle Socks Ever,” $20; aritzia.com
Sézane “La Mamma” T-Shirt
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Okay, you might see a theme in my gift picks, but I’m a sucker for any and all “mama” branded merch, and this Sézane shirt is right up my alley. I imagine myself styling this like the chic french model in the photo, with worn-in jeans and effortlessly tousled hair. (In reality, I’ll probably be wearing black leggings and a messy bun, but here’s to dreaming!)
Buy It! Sézane “La Mamma” T-Shirt, $60; sezane.com
Eberjey Pajamas
Eberjey
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: My sister is pregnant with her first child, and I’m gifting her these for her hospital bag. I lived in my Eberjey pajamas with my two kids and can’t wait to share my love for the brand with her. The fabric is luxuriously soft and also temperature-regulating, plus the button-front top is great for breastfeeding moms. Eberjey also offers monogramming if you’re looking for an extra-special touch.
Buy It! Gisele TENCEL™ Modal Long PJ Set, $138; eberjey.com
Paige Sweater
Paige
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: A beautifully made, cozy knit always makes a great Mother’s Day gift and this Paige style is one mom will likely pull for time and time again. The cream and camel french stripe design feels elevated and the fit is relaxed for an easy everyday piece.
Buy It! Paige “Maxie” Sweater, $259; paige.com
Tea Forté Gift Set
Tea Forte
Alex Apatoff, Executive Editor: It may seem cliché to give Mom a set of tea wrapped in floral packaging, but you know what I say to that? Something doesn’t become cliché without being the absolute ideal of its kind first. And this well-curated and elegant box, filled with delicious herbal and green tea blends, is the gift for pretty much any mom you can imagine.
Buy It! Tea Forté “Mariposa” presentation box, $30; teaforte.com
Muu Pump
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Melody Chiu, West Coast Executive Editor: These affordable one-piece pumps are wire and battery-free so that moms can pump (noise-free) literally anywhere. They’re also easy to clean by hand or dishwasher and made with 100 percent food-grade silicone.
Buy It! Muu Pump Pair, $49.99; muueveryday.com
Boll & Branch Ribbed Knit Throw Blanket
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: You’ve likely seen beautiful Boll & Branch bedding on your social media feeds or heard about the brand on podcasts.
The spark notes version: Boll & Branch’s fabric features the highest thread quality for a soft feel — and their sheets are known for getting softer after each wash. While a mom will always appreciate a new set of sheets, consider one of the brand’s super cozy throw blankets that features a modern, textured design and breathable fabric.
Buy It! Boll & Branch Ribbed Knit Throw Blanket, $169; bollandbranch.com
Keep It Classy Nails
Keep It Classy Nails
Melody Chiu, West Coast Executive Editor: These kid-friendly nails are super easy to apply and a fun activity on Mother’s Day without having to spend a bajillion dollars at the spa. There are several design options so everyone can pick their favorite!
Buy It! Girl Power Kids Press-On Nails, $14.99; keepitclassynails.com
Wrangler Coveralls
Brittany Talarico, Deputy Style Director: Fun Fact: Emily Blunt wears this exact boiler suit in her new movie The Fall Guy alongside Ryan Reynolds. I’m really into the muted pink hue (after a year of Barbie pink, I’m ready to tone it down a bit) and the easiness of this outfit. It’s the perfect mom fit – one and done!
Buy It! Wrangler Casey Jones Coverall, $159.99; wrangler.com
Boatsetter Experience
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Melody Chiu, West Coast Executive Editor: For moms who prefer experiences as gifts, Boatsetter offers endless options ranging from a short sail to week-long island hopping. They have more than 50,000 boats in over 700 locations around the world, and some options include guided rides with a licensed captain.
Buy It! Boatsetter Luxurious Lagoon Catamaran, $350/hour; boatsetter.com