Each year on the calendar, Mother’s Day creeps up on us. It’s not that we don’t think about our moms (we love our moms, aunts, grandmas and new mama-besties alike), but it just happens.
This year, we’re quite jazzed for Mother’s Day. Although we pepper your news feeds with a rotisserie of gift guides and product recommendations, the Post Wanted team did even *more* research this year: talking to moms IRL, thinking about what’s trending this year and listing those tried-and-trued items that we’ll — honestly — recommend each year.
Alas, we’ve landed at the best Mother’s Day gift ideas for 2025. Whether her espresso machine just broke (read: best kitchen gifts) or she wants some new bed sheets or bath towels for an aesthetic home refresh, this guide is the one you should bookmark. We’ll be updating it until Mother’s Day, even until the last minute, so you’ll be well-prepared to give a standout gift this year.
Ahead, find an assortment of luxury gifts, some of those trophy-winning gifts for women that we can’t stop obsessing over and top picks for new moms. Whomever you’re shopping for, we’re cutting out that gift-giving stress so you can just head to the online checkout counter and say, “I love you” come May 11.
Gift mom the gift of comfort this Mother’s Day. The PAVILIA Premium Plush Soft Robe is crafted from ultra-soft, luxurious microfiber fabric that provides exceptional comfort and warmth. Featuring a plush, absorbent texture, it’s unbeatable for lounging or post-shower relaxation. With its stylish design and adjustable belt, this robe offers both practicality and elegance for any mom.
Splurge on mom this year, a là Jenni Kayne style. The brand’s Chloe Crewneck is a luxurious and effortlessly chic sweater crafted from a soft, lightweight cashmere blend. Its timeless design features a relaxed fit and classic crewneck, allowing it to be versatile enough for layering or wearing solo. Available in neutral, understated tones, this piece marries comfort with elevated style.
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic is an antioxidant serum worth the splurge for mom this year, especially if she’s keen on anti-aging. It helps protect the skin from environmental damage while improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Its potent combination of 15% pure vitamin C, 1% vitamin E and 0.5% ferulic acid works together to brighten the complexion and provide advanced protection against free radicals. Trust us, when used consistently, your mom will love it.
The Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling Wireless Headphones deliver exceptional sound quality with industry-leading noise cancellation, all with a chic design and ergonomic fit. They’re truly a pair designed for comfort as they’re clad with plush ear cups and a lightweight build, making them perfect for long listening sessions and on-the-go use. Topped off with advanced features like touch controls, voice assistant integration and a long battery life, this pair of over-ear headphones has the it-factor.
The Cozy Earth Bamboo Stretch-Knit Long Sleeve Pajama Set offers ultimate comfort with its soft, breathable bamboo fabric that gently stretches to fit your body. Designed for a relaxed fit, it provides warmth without overheating, making it perfect for year-round wear. We love Cozy Earth (read: our Cozy Earth review), and this matching set is fit for a restful night’s sleep.
When in doubt, gift a flower bouquet. The BloomsyBox Pink Delight Bouquet will be delivered to mom’s door fresh and full. Wrapped neatly in a bow, this bouquet features ranunculus, baby pink alstroemeria, white Wax Flowers and light green ruscus. For less than $75, they’re fairly priced and a gift mom will swoon over.
The Jenny Bird Florence Earrings feature a modern yet timeless design, with sleek, sculptural hoops that add a bold statement to any outfit. They’re crafted from high-quality brass with a shiny gold tone finish, giving sophistication and elegance. Their lightweight construction ensures all-day comfort, and we can’t stop glossing over their appearance.
The MERIT Five Minute Morning The Core Collection is a curated set of essential beauty products designed for a quick and effortless morning routine. It boasts lightweight, high-quality formulas, and each product enhances your natural features with a minimalist approach to makeup. This collection includes a blush, brow pomade, mascara and more, so mom will achieve a polished look in just five minutes without the heaviness of traditional makeup.
The “Mom and Me” Photo Album is a heartwarming keepsake designed to celebrate the special bond between mother and child. It features a beautifully crafted cover and charming details, and this album provides a perfect space to store and cherish precious memories. Its high-quality pages offer durability, and this less-than-$10 is sure to be one of mom’s favorites.
Found: an item on our wishlists. Anthropologie’s Gardenia Stoneware Pot is great if mom wants to sharpen her green thumb or is gearing up for springtime gardening. It’s great for indoor and outdoor use and simply darling for any space in the home.
We reviewed the near-entirety of amika and can safely say that its Blow-Dryer Brush 2.0 is one of the best inventions. Like, ever.
It combines the power of a blow dryer with the convenience of a styling brush and allows users to style their hair super quickly. Its ceramic-coated barrel helps to reduce frizz and add shine as well, while the ionic technology ensures smooth, long-lasting results.
For the mom who’s always doing a home reno, this planter is ideal for the spring season. The Mayne Fairfield 20-Inch Square Planter boasts a sleek, modern design that adds a stylish touch to any outdoor space. It’s made from durable, weather-resistant polyethylene and is built to withstand the elements while maintaining its beauty over time. Plus, its contemporary look elevates any nook or cranny.
Easy traveling, unlocked. Gift convenience this Mother’s Day with Free People’s Hudson Sling Bag (side note: sling bags are one of the hottest accessories to stash in your wardrobe). It’s a versatile and compact accessory designed for both style and functionality, complete with an adjustable strap for a comfortable, custom fit. With multiple pockets for organization and a durable construction, it’s one we approve of.
Thank you, Kim K. Designed for ultimate comfort, this set features a buttery-soft fabric that feels gentle against the skin. This sleep set includes a relaxed-fit top and matching pants that are supremely cozy yet breathable for either lounging or sleeping. Available in a range of neutral colors, these pajamas for women provide minimalist design with all-day comfort for a stylish, laid-back look.
The CUPSHE x JoJo Audrey V-Wire Colorblock One-Piece Swimsuit is arguably a bathing suit that will look good on any mom, any age. With a flattering neckline and comfortable fit, she’ll love this new addition to her (upcoming) summer wardrobe.
The MYKA Heritage Multiple Name Necklace is a personalized, elegant piece of jewelry designed to showcase the names of all of mom’s loved ones in a sleek, custom arrangement. Crafted from high-quality materials like sterling silver or gold, this necklace offers a timeless and meaningful way to carry cherished names close to your heart. Its delicate design and customizable options make it one of our favorites for affordable fine jewelry.
The Kérastase Nutritive Luxury Travel Gift Set includes a curated selection of hair care essentials designed to nourish and protect dry, dull hair. It features a blend of high-performance shampoos, conditioners and treatments, providing deep hydration to help restore the hair’s natural shine and softness. Bonus points: It’s packaged in a sleek, travel-friendly case, so it’s *extra* luxurious for mom.
If mom is a trendy queen, this hoodie that’s available in an assortment of colors is the way to go. For less than $35, it’s also ultra-affordable, and it makes complete sense why it’s a No.1 Amazon best-seller with nearly 7,000 gleaming reviews.
The Hearth & Hand with Magnolia 2-Quart Stainless Steel Arch Cutout Teapot combines functional design with elegant style, featuring a sleek stainless steel body. Its arch cutout handle adds a modern touch and mom will enjoy teatime tenfold with this beaut. It’s perfect for brewing multiple cups of tea, all while complementing any kitchen decor.
The Papier Italian Summer Recipe Journal is a beautifully designed notebook that invites you to capture your favorite culinary creations inspired by the flavors of Italy. Its high-quality pages feature sections for ingredients, preparation steps and personal notes, making it easy to record and revisit your recipes. With an elegant cover and thoughtful layout, this journal adds a touch of charm to mom’s kitchen, 100%.
We received the Casafina Ceramic Ruffled Baker as a gift and love its shape and functionality. It’s a surefire hidden gem on Amazon and one that any mom — young or old — will appreciate. Plus, it doubles as a serving dish with its beautiful scalloped border.
If you really love mom, show her with this is the splurge of the season. The Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine combines professional-grade performance with user-friendly features and is one step away from being stationed at a coffee house. With its intuitive touchscreen interface, it allows you to easily customize and brew your favorite espresso drinks, from lattes to cappuccinos, with precise control over temperature and texture. Simply put, we can’t stop obsessing over it.
Named the best Dyson vacuum we reviewed, the Gen5detect Cordless Vacuum is unmatched in terms of maneuverability and suction power. Featuring an innovative laser illumination system, it helps you spot hidden dust and debris, ensuring a thorough clean every time. With a lightweight design, long battery life and multiple cleaning modes, mom will be *extra* happy this Mother’s Day upon receiving this bad boy.
Enter quite possibly the most gorgeous kitchen appliance we’ve seen. The Our Place Dream Cooker 6-Quart Multicooker isn’t all about looks, though; it’s a versatile, all-in-one kitchen appliance designed to simplify cooking with a range of functions, including pressure cooking, slow cooking and sautéing. Its sleek, modern design features a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls, making it easy to prepare meals quickly and efficiently as well.
Hello, comfy white sneakers. The Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Sneaker combines stylish design with comfort and is the pair we wear on repeat. Clad with a memory foam insole, it provides cushioning and support, and you’re surely feel cloud-like comfort with every step. Its lightweight construction, breathable fabric and versatile style make it an ideal choice for — seriously — any mom.
Thanks, Shay Mitchell. BÉIS’ The Work Tote is one of our go-to options for corporate carry-alls, clad with a sleek and functional design to stash all your essentials in style. With a spacious interior, it features multiple compartments to keep your work items organized, from laptops to notebooks and pens. It’s impossibly chic, too.
The Gooseberry Intimates Le Boyfriend Striped Shirt is a relaxed, effortlessly chic piece that’s one of the finest PJs in the land (trust us on this). Pairing nicely with the matching Striped Boxers ($45), it’s ideal for mom to sport 24/7 — and never take off.
The Amazon All-New Kindle Paperwhite features a 6.8-inch high-resolution display with adjustable warm light, providing a comfortable reading experience in any lighting condition. Its waterproof design makes it perfect for reading by the pool or at the beach, while its long-lasting battery ensures weeks of uninterrupted reading on a single charge. It hasn’t been easier to read thousands of books in a flash.
The Oura Ring 4 Smart Ring is a sleek, lightweight wearable that tracks your sleep, activity and overall health with advanced sensors and cutting-edge technology. It provides personalized insights into your body’s readiness, sleep quality and daily activity levels, If mom is all about health tracking, this is the smart tech accessory worth grabbing for Mother’s Day.
The LAFCO New York Blush Scented Candle offers a delicate, refreshing fragrance that combines soft floral notes with hints of citrus and musk. It’s one of the best for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, and we love how it’s hand-poured into a sleek, artisanal glass vessel. It surely adds a touch of luxury to Mother’s Day this year.
The Recess Pickleball Orange Starter Set is a complete package designed for beginners and is ideal if mom can be found on the courts during the warm weather. Inside, it includes two lightweight paddles, three durable pickleballs and a convenient carrying bag for easy transport and storage. With vibrantly colored equipment, this set is available in multiple colors and patterns to best suit mom’s style.
Micro-plastics no more! The Caraway Nonstick Ceramic Mini Fry Pan is a versatile and eco-friendly kitchen essential, perfect for cooking small portions with ease. Its ceramic nonstick coating paves the way for effortless cleanup without the need for harmful chemicals like PTFE or PFOA. With its sleek design, even heat distribution and comfortable handle, this mini fry pan makes an excellent gift idea for less than $100.
New from Dyson: the Supersonic Blow Dryer. It’s one of the fastest-drying stylers we’ve tried, complete with four attachments to diffuse, style and target your drying experience. And, unlike the Airwrap, it has a space-saving design.
One of our favorite kitchen towels is the Geometry Kitchen Tea Towel. We didn’t think it was possible to become obsessed with something as generic as a kitchen towel you can pick up for $5 literally anywhere, but once you try these high-quality, quick-absorbing and fun-patterned ones, you won’t go back.
Designer sunglasses for less? Yes, please! Shop the Tom Ford 55mm Cat Eye Sunglasses that are about $300 off from its original price. Its traditional yet trendy silhouette makes them perfect for everyday use, or mom’s upcoming vacation.
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