If there’s anyone that deserves to be celebrated come May 14, it’s your mom. After all, she did give you life… and someone to vent to during your angsty teenage years (and beyond). While moms are notorious for saying things like, “Don’t spend your money on me,” “Make something homemade,” and “Being with you is more than enough,” we know better than to show up to brunch this Mother’s Day empty-handed. We’re going a step further with a splurge-worthy luxury gift that will cement our status as her favorite.
Luxury gifts aren’t something to mess around with. They’re inherently an investment, and when you’re spending $$$ like that, you don’t want to get it wrong. To ensure that your mom gets the kind of gift that she deserves this Mother’s Day, we rounded up 29 extra-special gifts she’s sure to love.
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Quince Mongolian Cashmere Open Cardigan Sweater
Make the case for casual cashmere with this blissfully soft, ultra-layerable cardigan — which clocks in at right under $100.
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Open Cardigan Sweater, $, available at Quince
Calpak Ambeur Front Pocket Carry-On Luggage
If you don’t have the funds to take your mom on a luxe getaway, invest in a piece of chic luggage (like this one from Calpak) that will make her think of you on all her future travels.
Calpak Ambeur Front Pocket Carry-On Luggage, $, available at Calpak
Tiny Tags 14k Gold Script Mama Nameplate Necklace
Tiny Tags’ dainty fine jewelry makes for an excellent gift for anyone on your list, but we have a soft spot for this beautiful nameplate necklace, crafted in luminous 14k gold.
Tiny Tags 14k Gold Script Mama Nameplate Necklace, $, available at Tiny Tags
Guerlain Rouge G Refillable Lipstick Case
A luxe lipstick is the ultimate beauty indulgence — and thanks to a refillable case, one that she’ll use for years to come.
Guerlain Rouge G Refillable Lipstick Case, $, available at Sephora
Kate Spade New York Rosy Garden Silk Diamond Scarf
A silk scarf is the perfect way to add a touch of everyday glamour to any outfit.
Kate Spade New York rosy garden silk diamond scarf, $, available at Nordstrom
Vintner’s Daughter Natural Botanical Serum
The intensity of the cult following of this clean and luxurious face oil cannot be understated. It’s formulated with 22 of the world’s most nutrient-rich botanicals for restorative moisture and is suitable for all skin types. It’s also perfect for the low-maintenance mom: It’s a one-and-done serum meant to replace everything else in her skin-care arsenal.
Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum, $, available at Violet Grey
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer Gift Edition
If your mom has been using the same hair dryer since your childhood, it’s high time for an upgrade — and you won’t do better than the Dyson Supersonic, dipped in a limited-edition hue.
Dyson Supersonic hair dryer, $, available at Dyson
Mysa Natural Wine Subscription
Toast your mom with a monthly subscription of the finest natural wines. You can choose from 3, 6, or 12 bottles delivered monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly.
Mysa Natural Wine Natural Wine Club (3-Bottles), $, available at Mysa Natural Wine
Mansur Gavriel Soft Lady Bag
Mama’s got a brand new bag — and this canvas and leather Mansur Gavriel is a guaranteed winner.
Mansur Gavriel Soft Lady Bag, $, available at Mansur Gavriel
Courant Catch: 1
For the mom who can somehow never remember to charge her phone, we suggest this luxe, leather-wrapped wireless pad.
Courant CATCH:1 Classics, $, available at Courant
Lunya Washable Silk Robe
After years of long nights spent taking care of you, there’s nothing a mom needs more than a good night’s rest. And what better way to ensure she gets one than with an ultra-luxe washable silk robe from reader-fave label Lunya?
Lunya Washable Silk Robe, $, available at Lunya
Anecdote Dear Mom Candle
If anyone deserves a relaxing candlelit night in, it’s your mom. Give her the gift of premium aromatherapy by adding to her candle collection with a scented votive like this made-for-mamas one.
Anecdote Candle Dear Mom, $, available at Nordstrom
Louminology Precious Pearl
Treat your mom to triple-digit skincare courtesy of Louminology’s utterly indulgent caviar serum, which will help brighten, firm, and rejuvenate skin over time.
Louminology PRECIOUS PEARL, $, available at Louminology
Lululemon Align High-Rise Mini-Flared Pant
Lululemon’s buttery-soft leggings are as luxe as it gets, so we can’t think of a better loungewear splurge for your mom to live in during her (well-deserved!) downtime.
Lululemon Align™ High-Rise Mini-Flared Pant 32″, $, available at Lululemon
Caraway Complete 11 Piece Bakeware Set
For the mom who’s always watching The Great British Baking Show: The Rolls-Royce of bakeware sets, which would even impress the ever-discerning Prue.
Caraway Complete 11 Piece Bakeware Set, $, available at Caraway
Apple Watch Series 8
Even the most Luddite mom can appreciate the sleek, elevated design of the Apple Watch. From tracking steps to answering calls and texts, she’ll wonder how she ever lived without it. (Throw in an extra watch band to make it truly tailored to her personal style.)
Apple Apple Watch Series 8 [GPS + Cellular 41mm] Smart Watch, $, available at Amazon
Herbivore Rose Hibiscus Hydrating Face Mist
This little beauty gift is under $20 — but it still falls on the expensive end when you consider what mom would actually spend on herself. That’s part of what makes Herbivore’s hydrating face mist with calming rose hibiscus scent such a luxurious treat.
Herbivore Botanicals Rose Hibiscus Hydrating Face Mist, $, available at Nordstrom
Our Place Mini Perfect Pot
For the mom that loves to cook up a storm, there’s no better gift than this sturdy pot perfectly sized for soups, stews, and more.
Our Place Mini Perfect Pot, $, available at Our Place
Provence Glory
Transport mom to the south of France with this stunning linen-covered coffee table book filled with over 300 pages of art and photos from Provence.
Assouline Provence Glory, $, available at Anthropologie
UrbanStems Classic Flower Subscription
Sure, it’s a no-brainer, but for some moms, nothing beats fresh flowers delivered straight to their doorstep. You can customize her subscription based on your mom’s needs (and your budget) by choosing between weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly deliveries for three months or up to a full year’s worth of blooms.
Urbanstems Classic Subscription (3 Deliveries), $, available at Urbanstems
Papier Croissant Foiled Notecards
Who wouldn’t appreciate a set of personalized notecards with tiny gold croissants?
Papier Croissant, $, available at Papier
111 Skin Rose Gold Brightening Facial Treatment Mask
We couldn’t do a luxury gift round-up without including the holy grail of sheet masks — a status confirmed by beauty editors who are VERY in the know. Prepare for your mom to be amazed by this moisture-boosting and radiance-enhancing treatment that contains 24-karat gold and Damascus rose extract.
111Skin Rose Gold Brightening Facial Treatment Mask, $, available at Violet Grey
Brooklinen Lightweight Textured Throw Blanket
Sometimes new bedding is the last thing we want to spend our precious dollars on, so your mom is sure to appreciate the gift of a cloud-like upgrade to her sleep space.
Brooklinen Lightweight Textured Throw Blanket, $, available at Brooklinen
Birkenstock Sandals
She’s been a fan of the heritage comfort brand for years and wore Birks all throughout your childhood — well before they were embraced by the fashion crowd.
Birkenstock Gizeh Birko-Flor Flip Flop, $, available at Nordstrom
Frog Hollow Farm Organic Avocados
What’s a more luxurious springtime gift than a three-pound shipment of the most perfectly ripe, organic, and sustainably-farmed avocados. Guac anyone?
Frog Hollow Farm Frog Hollow Farm Organic Avocados, $, available at Food52
Maxbone x Christian Cowan Feathered Jumper
Let’s be honest, a gift for her dog is a gift for her — and Maxbone’s delightfully extra sweater is sure to spark joy (for her, at least).
Christian Cowan x Maxbone Feathered Jumper, $, available at maxbone
Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation
Sometimes the perfect gift is as easy as restocking her beauty empties so she doesn’t have to.
Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation, $, available at Sephora
Fellow Electric Kettle
She’ll think of you when she turns on this design-snob-approved electric kettle for her daily morning tea.
Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Pour Over Kettle, $, available at Nordstrom
Le Specs Sunglasses
Keep her on-trend this summer with these retro cat-eye sunnies.
Le Specs Air Heart 51mm Sunglasses, $, available at Nordstrom
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