by Shannon Ullman for YourTango
The best gifts for the best mom ever.
Celebrate the mother of your children by really treating her right. She may have pushed a baby out her vadge, so you better make her feel special. Mother’s Day is May 14th, giving you just enough time to start making dinner reservations and getting her Mother’s Day gifts. Of course, not all mothers want a huge evening out and would rather have a peaceful and quiet evening with a bottle of wine. They are the mothers that would love a personalized gift that shows her how much you and your children adore her. This could be jewelry, a personalized book, bag, or even a custom blanket from a site similar to Get Photo Blanket. So, if you’re having trouble deciding what to give her this year? Here is your Mother’s Day gift guide that will help you pick the perfect present.
1. Monogrammed Gold Tags
These gold tag necklaces are a great way for her to show off how much your family loves her. Get tags engraved with all her children’s names or get her one that sports her own pretty name.
(Tiny Tags, $755)
2. Yummie Leggings
Moms deserve to look hot when they head to Pilates classes or the gym. Grab her a pair of these sassy leggings so she can feel confident while she works out, runs errands or just lounges at home.
3. Away Luggage
Whether she travels or not, she deserves a good piece of luggage. From carry-on to extreme packing, Away has durable and long-lasting luggage that will ensure her trip will be easy and convenient. If she’s not a big traveler already, just having this luggage in her closet may inspire her. If you’re looking for a more affordable version of the Away, check out CHESTER.
4. Pretty You London Slippers
Make her feel like a queen, even when she’s bumming around the house. Pretty You London offers an entire line of lounge clothing from robes and pajamas to slippers and shorts. Let her indulge in luxury at home.
(Pretty You London, $27.75)
5. Soap & Paper Perfume
All women like smelling good, which is why a new perfume may be just what she needs. Try the Pearl Eau de Parfum, as it smells like citrus and floral and is endlessly feminine. If your mum isn’t a floral fragrance type person, then taking a look at the best fragrances to gift will help you on your buying journey.
(Soap & Paper Factory, $46)
6. Homesick Candle
These clever little candles are sold according to U.S state and are perfect for a mom who lives far away from the place she grew up. Get one that represents her home state to make her a little less homesick. If you want to buy a candle, make sure you check that it doesn’t contain any paraffin wax!
(Home Sick Candles, $30)
7. EO Grapefruit & Black Pepper Bubble Bath
Soaking in a good bubble bath with a book and a glass of champagne is every mom’s dream. Inspired by the warmth of black pepper and the soothing oils of lemon, this bubble bath is the perfect addition to any soak.
(EO Products, $12.99)
8. Lululemon All Day Tote
Like most moms, yours is probably on the go a lot. So, give her the gift of a reliable tote bag so she can always be prepared for wherever she needs to be.
(Lululemon, $128)
9. Kiehl’s Pure Vitality Skin Renewing Cream
This cream can help her feel and look her best. Give her a Mother’s Day gift that will help fight the damage done by time so she can feel young and vibrant every day.
(Kiehl’s, $60)
10. Malin + Goetz Mojito Candle
Just the word “Mojito” sounds fancy, and this candle will make her feel that way every time she lights it. It’s earth friendly too, which might make her feel even better about keeping it around the house.
(Malin+Goetz, $18)
11. An Espresso Maker
She deserves to feel like superwoman without having to leave the house for her morning pick-me-up. A personal espresso machine will be her new best friend every morning. Plus, she can feel super-fancy when she entertains her friends for brunch. If you’d like more information on espresso machines before purchasing, read this review on the Best Super Automatic Espresso Machine over at Fruitfulkitchen to get a feel for what you’re buying.
(Amazon, $152)
12. Korean Snail Face Mask
It might freak her out at first, but this collagen-boosting face mask from Korea is all the rage over there. She can give herself a spa treatment with an added touch of culture that will give her sparkling results.
(Amazon, $6.99)
13. Turkish Coffee Set
Is she a coffee addict? If so, this Turkish coffee set is not only adorable but cultural and interesting. It’s perfect for a woman who loves to travel.
(Etsy, $41.10)
14. Personalized Wine Rack
A personalized wine rack will allow her to display her collection in style. It’s cute and will give her easy access to her favorite bottle when she’s feeling in the mood (i.e. 5pm).
(Etsy, $29.80)
15. Coffee Scrub
It’s all natural and will leave her skin feeling super silky. The best part about it? It smells just like fresh roasted coffee.
(Etsy, $13.99)
16. Drip Coffee Brewing Pitcher
I hope she likes coffee, because there’s a lot of it on this list. Not only are these handmade coffee jugs adorable, but she can brew herself a fresh pot from anywhere in the house.
(Etsy, $95)
17. Me and Momma Whale Sweatshirt
Because whales are awesome and this sweatshirt is adorable. It’s simple, but it gets the point across. (Though hopefully she doesn’t think this means you’re calling her a whale.)
(Etsy, $40)
18. A Custom Printed Family Portrait
Because she probably has enough photos around the house. Get her this printed version of your family instead.
(Etsy, $40)
19. Best Mom Ever Spoon
Help her remember just how awesome she is with this engraved spoon. Whether she’s stirring sugar into her coffee or eating her oatmeal, she will know that her family thinks the world of her.
(Etsy, $16)
This article was originally published on YourTango.
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