From cozy luxuries to thoughtful keepsakes and beyond, these Mother’s Day gifts are a thoughtful mix of affordable and practical picks.
FOR A PULLED TOGETHER LOOK THAT FEELS LIKE LOUNGE WEAR
Quiet Culture makes leisurewear that is soft and cozy but looks elevated and put together. This matching set made with soft, sustainably sourced cotton poplin has a relaxed, billowy ¾-length sleeve top and longer-length wide leg high rise pants that work for going out to dinner, travel days or errands. Take Pause Full-Length Set, Quiet Culture. $195, quietculture.com
FOR A LOCAL GIFT WITH A LOT OF HEART
Embroidery Babes is a Bergen County mom-owned business started after founder Michelle Fleischer turned to hand embroidery as a creative outlet while suffering from miscarriage, secondary infertility, and depression. Fleischer found so much peace and comfort through teaching herself hand embroidery. In 2022, she started Embroidery Babes and has been teaching fun creative and fun hand embroidery “Stitch & Sip” workshops ever since.
This kit makes it easy to create a custom pouch with step-by-step video lessons on the basics of embroidery. Along the way, you’ll learn embroidery basics, including how to turn handwriting into a stitched design. Stitch Like a Babe Pouch Embroidery Kit, Embroidery Babes. $48, embroiderybabes.com
FOR A BETTER COFFEE CUP
Owala brings the same smart, practical design it’s known for in water bottles to this insulated travel tumbler. The large size and handle make it especially useful for coffee in the morning, iced drinks in the afternoon and long days in the car. SmoothSip Travel Tumbler with Handle, 24 oz., Owala. $39.99, owala.com
FOR A SWEEET AND PERSONALIZED GIFT
Wonderbly is known for personalized books, and this one turns Mother’s Day into a keepsake. Kids imagine extravagant gifts before realizing the best present is simply being with their mom. The story can be customized with names and a photo. Happy Mother’s Day, Mommy!, Wonderbly. From $34.99, wonderbly.com
FOR DRY HANDS
Made on a woman-owned goat farm that dates back to 1982, in Newtown, PA, these hand creams use moisturizing goat milk to soften dry hands without feeling greasy. They are a perfect size for carrying in your bag and come in a range of scents. Inspire Goat Milk Hand Cream Gift Set, Dionis. $20, dionisgmskincare.com
FOR MIGRAINES AND SCREEN FATIGUE
This heated eye massager is designed to help relieve dry eyes, headaches, stress and way too much screen time. The built-in Headspace meditations will encourage a ritual of spending 10 quiet minutes a day with your eye massager. RENPHO x Headspace Eyeris Zen Eye Massager. $129.99, renpho.com
FOR JEWELRY WITH MEANING
Made in Italy, these intricate gold-plated earrings are inspired by the star pattern in Rome’s Piazza del Campidoglio. For anyone who wants to make the gift even more personal, Mondo Cattolico offers the option to have devotional items taken into St. Peter’s Square during the Sunday Angelus to receive a blessing; all you have to do is make the ask when you order and your earrings will be photographed in St. Peter’s Square, and then the custom photo will be included in your package. Gold Plated Caput Mundi Earrings White Crystals, Mondo Cattolico. $164, mondocattolico.com
FOR THE COZIEST PAIR OF PJS
Cozy Earth is known for its super soft bamboo fabrics and stretch-knit material that is breathable and lightweight. The piping on this cute set makes these PJs (they are an Oprah fave!) look polished and feel totally luxe. Women’s Bamboo Stretch-Knit Long Sleeve Pajama Set, Cozy Earth. $168, cozyearth.com
FOR A SPORTY-MEETS-STYLISH LOOK
Inspired by classic golf style, this knit top has a distinct basket-weave texture. The fit is structured and the feel is soft, so it’s both comfy and pulled together for the golf course or heading out to lunch. Women’s Basket Weave Top, PXG. $165, pxg.com
FOR SLIP-ON SHOES THAT GO ANYWHERE
Part slipper and part clog, this pair of slides can go anywhere. The Italian wool felt upper and cushioned suede footbed make them comfy enough for mornings at home, school pickup and beyond. Lakehouse Clog, Cozy Earth, $108.80, cozyearth.com
FOR SUMMER-READY FEET
O’Keeffe’s is known for giving major TLC to dry skin and the brand’s Healthy Feet cream helps treat rough heels before your next pedicure. O’Keeffe’s Healthy Feet Cream Night Treatment, O’Keeffe’s. $16.79, amazon.com
FOR AN EASY STYLISH TOP
Carve Designs is known for pieces that are sustainably sourced, comfortable and functional. This short-sleeve button-down has subtle shirring at the shoulders, a collar for a bit of structure and a pigment-dyed finish. Elliott Voile Top, Carve Designs. $68, carvedesigns.com
FOR A LONGER PAIR OF DENIM SHORTS
These cutoff shorts are made from organic cotton and cut with a little extra length and a relaxed fit you’ll wear on repeat. Maui 6″ Short in Favorite Fade, Carve Designs. $80, carvedesigns.com
FOR AN AFFORDABLE PAIR OF GO-TO HOOPS
These hoops have an infinity design that pairs well with just about anything. Made from hypoallergenic stainless steel, they’re lightweight, simple and comfortable enough for daily wear. Neo Infinity Hoop Earrings, Giselle Stella. $23, gisellestella.com
FOR SPA-LIKE SKINCARE AT-HOME
This Artemis LED Face Mask uses red, blue and near-infrared light therapy to target fine lines, acne and redness. Its flexible silicone design, chin coverage and adjustable intensity levels make it feel more comfortable and less clunky than hard-shell versions. Artemis LED Face Mask, RENPHO. $175.99, renpho.com
FOR INSPIRATION TO CLEAR YOUR CAMERA ROLL
This compact printer turns family pics on your phone into glossy prints. The HP Sprocket Studio Plus lets you edit pictures from your phone and print 4×6 pics ready to frame. Photo paper is sold separately. HP Sprocket Studio Plus 4×6 Photo Printer, HP. $149.99, bestbuy.com
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