21 Gifts To Spoil The Mom On Your List
Be it your mom, your mother-in-law, or just a mom you know and love.
Instagram followers, this one is for you.
The second most-requested gift guide (after one for men, of course) when I announced my series on Instagram (if you aren’t already following me over there, head over to my account and shoot me a request!) was a gift guide for moms and mothers-in-law.
Personally, I find shopping for moms to be much easier than shopping for dads. Still, I realize anybody can be difficult to shop for if you’re unsure what their interests are, or if they, too, insist that they “don’t want anything.”
So, here we are.
Up ahead, I’ve rounded up a list of 21 gift ideas for moms, speaking to an array of interests they might have. If nothing else, I hope it sparks some inspiration.
Welcome to Week Four of
The Guerra Gift Guides!
I’m your shopper, Julia Guerra, and from now through Christmas, I will be curating one gift guide per week and delivering it straight to your inbox. To recap:
Last week, I sent out a list of the best beauty gifts of 2022. In the weeks prior, I rounded up the best gifts for men and the best gifts for readers. This week, I’m tackling the best gifts for moms.
Let me know in the comment section below if this was helpful, what your favorite gift was, and if there are any gifts you’d recommend to me!
(**Please note, many of these items are on sale, however, I chose to include their original prices, as sales can end/change!**)
Kendra Scott Elisa Pendant Necklace
Photo courtesy of Kendra Scott
$65, kendrascott.com
I love this necklace from Kendra Scott. It’s the brand’s top best-seller and a classic piece to add to either your mom's or mother-in-law’s jewelry collection. The pendant locked into the lobster-clasp chain comes in a wide variety of color options, too, so you can choose which hue best suits her style and wardrobe.
Ana Luisa Gold Twist Ring
Photo courtesy of Ana Luisa
$55, analuisa.com
I’ve been seeing this style of ring everywhere on everyone. Although trendy, this is another piece of jewelry that I think will fit seamlessly into almost any collection and one that will get a lot of wear.
Oster Electric Wine Opener
Photo courtesy of Amazon
$34.99, amazon.com
If your times well spent are over a glass (or two, or three) of wine, she’ll love the Oster electric opener. The set also comes with a foil cutter, vacuum wine stoppers, and a mighty sophisticated pouring spout. Just add a bottle of their favorite, and/or a nice set of glasses, and you’re good to go.
Josie Maran Plumped Up Argan Oil Set
Photo courtesy of Josie Maran
$53, josiemaran.com
I have yet to meet a woman that doesn’t love Josie Maran products, so if you’re on the hunt for the perfect skincare gift for your mom or mother-in-law, consider it found. The trio includes Maran’s famous Pure Argan Oil, Whipped Argan Oil Face Butter, and Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter, all of which feel luxurious on the skin and work to deeply nourish parched patches.
LANEIGE Hydrate and Snooze Set
Photo courtesy of Sephora
$30, sephora.com
Another hydrating trifecta to consider is this moisturizing set from LANEIGE. It includes my beloved lip mask, as well as a sleeping mask, and hyaluronic moisturizer that, together, make for an epic AM/PM regimen.
StitchFix Gift Card
Photo courtesy of StitchFix
from $20, stitchfix.com
If she’s a fashionista but loathes shopping for herself, StitchFix is a personal styling service that will curate a box of clothing items to her liking. She’ll love having a professional hand-pick items for her based on her preferred aesthetic, especially because she never has to set foot in a store to enjoy them.
Retro Point & Shoot Camera Phone Converter
Photo courtesy of Uncommon Goods
$25, uncommongoods.com
This would make a great gift for anyone who primarily uses their phone as a camera, but especially for moms because they’re always reaching for their device amidst Kodak moments with family. The accessory converts their phone to a point-and-shoot (remember those?), taking their photo-taking experience up a notch.
2023 Intentional Calendar
Photo courtesy of Anthropologie
$36, anthropologie.com
If your mom or mother-in-law is all about making to-do lists and setting goals, then this calendar from Anthropologie was practically made for them. Each new month is met with a page of important dates, moods, and intention notes to boost their energy levels and inspire success.
Pia Rossini Hepburn Gloves
Photo courtesy of Neiman Marcus
$30, neimanmarcus.com
Old Hollywood glamour came to mind when I set my sights on these gloves from Pia Rossini. With faux fur cuffs and buckle straps, these gloves will add an air of razzle dazzle to their cold-weather accessories.
UGG Scuffette II Slipper
Photo courtesy of Nordstrom
$95, nordstrom.com
Mamas whose priority is comfort will have heart-eyes for these slippers from UGG. Trimmed and lined with cozy shearling, and available in six beautiful color options, this pair of footwear is about to change their loungewear game.
KOZE The Wrap Me Up Robe
Photo courtesy of iminit
$126, iminit.com
I own this robe, I love this robe and think it’s perfect for anyone in the market for a new one. Made from 100% polyester, this robe is butter soft and incredibly soft; it’s perfect for those frigid mornings when getting out of bed is a struggle. I reviewed this robe (and the entire KOZE collection) for INSIDER. You can read me wax poetic about it here.
Drybar Blowout Gift Card
Photo courtesy of Drybar
Available at Drybar locations
Treat your mom or mother-in-law to a blowout experience at Drybar. They’ll be offered a cocktail to sip while their strands are styled to their liking, and their fresh ‘do should hold up for about a week.
Kate Spade one in a million initial pendant necklace
Photo courtesy of Nordstrom
$58, nordstrom.com
I’ve recently started collecting personalized necklaces. I have a bar necklace with my and Mark’s initials and a bar with our wedding date on one side, plus a lyric from our wedding song on the other. Initial necklaces have also been piquing my interest. I love this one from Uncommon James, but if you’re looking for something simpler, but still chic, this one from Kate Spade is a beautiful option.
Bala Set of 2 1-Pound Weighted Bangles
Photo courtesy of Nordstrom
$55, nordstrom.com
Working from home just got that much easier, and that much harder at the same time. Adding equipment to their home gym is always welcome to the fitness buff, and these weighted bangles (which can be worn around the wrists or ankles) will make their routine a bit more challenging.
Brunette the Label The Not Your Boyfriend's Knit Half-Zip
Photo courtesy of Brunette The Label
$145, brunettethelabel.com
If her happy place is an oversized sweater, look no further than Brunette The Label. This knit half-zip is one of many roomy styles the brand has to offer, but it’s one of my favorites as it can still be worn in such a way that doesn’t look like loungewear. Brunette The Label’s pieces are also high quality and don’t shrink in the wash, so her favorite oversized item will stay oversized.
Book of the Month Club Subscription
Courtesy of Book of the Month
from $49.99 for 3 months, bookofthemonth.com
I’ve gifted a Book of the Month subscription to so many people over the past few years, and every single recipient has had rave reviews. Every month, the service offers its subscribers five to seven wow-worthy reads to choose from. Subscribers choose their top pick (one is included with the subscription, and additional purchases are offered at a discounted price) and it gets delivered to their doorstep. And, if they’re a slow reader or not interested in the books being highlighted for any given month, they can simply skip and receive a box next time around.
Eberjey Gisele TENCEL Modal Long PJ Set
Photo courtesy of eberjey
$138, eberjey.com
If you and your siblings want to go in on a gift for mom and she’s a PJ set collector, add this pair to her collection ASAP. I have fallen in love with eberjey pajamas. Yes, they’re a splurge, but the Tencel fabric is out-of-this-world soft, almost buttery, that takes sleeping and lounging to a new level of comfort.
Starling Mother & Daughter Bracelet Set
Photo courtesy of Starling Jewelry
$840, starlingjewelry.com
Another splurge is this set from Starling. It’s a two-for-one diamond bracelet set for new moms and their sweet babes that comes in five diamond color options, as well as four metal options. Chain lengths are adjustable, so they can be worn for years to come.
Oaktown Spice Shop Avocado Toast Gift Box
Photo courtesy of Oaktown Spice Shop
$41.75, oaktownspiceshop.com
For the ladies who love breakfast, there’s the Oaktown Spice Shop gift box dedicated to upgrading their beloved avocado toast. The set is a collection of four unique spice blends (Umami Sea Salt, Za'atar, Bombay Orange, and Eastern Mediterranean Spice) they need to taste for themselves. I can say from experience, the additions really do add something special to my already delicious go-to brekkie.
Anecdote Candles
Photo courtesy of Anecdote Candles
from $26, anecdotecandles.com
Here’s a sneaky way to present moms with something personalized without monogramming their initials everywhere. Anecdote Candles are exactly what they sound like, candles inspired by specific anecdotes, like “astrological storming,” “pumpkin spiced lattes and cable knit sweaters,” and, my personal favorite, “coffee table books.” They’ll love the sentiment, and, hopefully, love how it smells just as much.
Saje Natural Wellness Reflexology Rituals Set
Photo courtesy of Saje
$36, saje.com
If she has a lot on her mind (as most mothers do) or just struggles to chill and be chilled, this three-piece kit can help. It includes an acupressure mat (my mother-in-law has one and it is fire), a Stress Release blend tension-reducing roll-on, as well as the brand’s Tingle Mint Invigorating Foot & Body Lotion. Together, the trio works to soothe the mind, body, and spirit when she needs it most.
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Amazing ideas!! I love the book of the month subscription idea as well as the point and shoot camera phone converter! No idea that even existed! 🤩
This had some really great gift ideas.