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TEST The 25+ best Mother's Day gifts for 2023: Coach, Cozy Earth, Yankee Candle and more
Mother's Day is coming up fast, and we get it: Every year, right about now, you cast about for an inspired/useful/indulgent present, only to procrastinate and wind up grabbing something in a rush that neither of you wind up very excited about. That stops now with this, our 2023 rundown of the best Mother's Day gifts that'll keep on giving...and making you look good. (And if you give one of these to your mother-in-law, you will look especially good!) This year, we decided to take the idea of Mother's Day quite literally, with items designed to brighten up her earliest waking moments, keep her organized and stylish through lunchtime and beyond, and pamper her like a queen all the way to bedtime. Parcel out these goodies among your siblings, or be the biggest of big shots and grab 'em all.
Quick overview
Coach Mini Skinny ID Case
Small packages = Good things
Kate Spade Surprise Full Circle Pendant and Earrings
A bit of bling
iWalk Mini Portable Charger for iPhone
Recharge her
Mirakel Shiatsu Massager with Heat
For moms who work extra hard
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2, 14 Oz
Rise and shine!
Kampasy Watering Can
Grow, Mom, Grow
Apple AirTag
For on-the-go moms
Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed Sandals
Style + Comfort
Body Restore Aromatherapy Shower Bombs
Upgrade her shower
Swarovski Infinity Bracelet
A show of your love
Lululemon Everywhere Belt bag
Look ma, no hands!
Cozy Earth Long Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set in Stretch-Knit
Loungewear as pretty as she is
Longchamp Large Le Pliage Tote
The ultimate carryall
Yankee Candle Lilac Blossoms Classic Jar
An olfactory treat
Cuyana Leather Travel Case Set
A Luxurious essential
Juliska Graham Posey Glass Vase
Say it with flowers
Fanciful Spring Tulip & Iris Bouquet
A touch of Spring
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
No-effort beauty
Dragon Touch Digital Picture Frame
Renpho Heated Eye Massager
Just say Ahhhhh...
Genuine Fred The Obsessive Chef Bamboo Cutting Board
Cooking perfection
Pluto Pillow
For her best slumber ever
Eufy by Anker BoostIQ RoboVac
Live Fine Towel Warmer with LED Display
For the ultimate at-home spa
AeroGarden Harvest with Gourmet Herb Seed Pod Kit
For the gourmand
Kindle Paperwhite with 6.8" display, 16GB
Reading time = Her time!
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket
Cozy time
Sunday Riley Go To Bed With Me Anti-Aging Night Routine
A complete skincare system
How cute is this? Practical, too! Want to gift your mom — or mom-in-law — a stylish designer piece without breaking the bank? This adorable Coach card case is available in Black, Taupe, Pale Pistachio, Papaya, Petunia, Waterfall, Chartreuse and Red (shown here).
$35 at Couch OutetKate Spade Surprise
Simple and elegant, this tres-affordable jewelry set will elevate any outfit to the next level. Just wait for your ears to buzz every time someone asks Mom where she got this adorable ensemble.
$35 at Kate Spade SurpriseMom always forgets to charge her phone? This plug-in mini juicer-upper fits into any purse or pocket and will ensure she's never out of touch. It’s also smaller than a lipstick tube!
$26 at Amazon
And now for a relaxing idyll on the chaise. This wraparound massager will knead away all her kinks, aches and pains, plus it has three speeds and strength levels (and even a heat setting)! Think of it as symbolic atonement for all the times you've been a pain in her neck!
$47 at AmazonSmart? This mug's downright ingenious! It can be set for Mom's desired tea or java temp (anywhere between 120° and 145°) and, fully charged, will keep it at that exact temp for up to 80 minutes — long enough to check the morning's headlines, do the crossword...and send a "Love you!" text to the thoughtful offspring who gifted this to her.
$150 at AmazonSo Mom has a green thumb, eh? With its stainless steel body and curved wooden handle, this watering can is the perfect blend of form and function. It holds 35 ounces of H2O so she can keep all of her plant babies hydrated in style.
$30 at Amazon
Maybe Mom's heading off on a biz trip; maybe she's just going to be on the town running errands. Whether she's traveling near or far, she'll love the security of knowing that with this genius tracker, a lost bag won't mean lost hope.
$27 at AmazonWhether Mom's day includes a trip to the outlets, a casual working lunch or an afternoon cocktail with her girls, Birkenstock sandals will fit the bill. They're a fan favorite of anyone who loves comfy shoes, and we can’t help but love this pretty silver pair. Also available in copper and navy.
$140 at Nordstrom
For moms who prefer long showers over a bubble bath, these steamers are a perfect indulgence. All she needs to do is toss one under the stream of water for an elevated experience. This 30-piece set includes several of each scent: Eucalyptus Mint, Lavender, Citrus, Tea Tree, Rose, Grapefruit, Cocoa Orange, Jasmine, Milk Honey, and Chamomile. A 6-piece sampler set is also available for $15.
$60 at AmazonThe design signifies infinity. Which means she's in your heart forever. An apt statement to make on Mother's Day, in sweet rose gold with Swarovski crystals. Plus, on the same clasp, she'll also get a dainty bonus bracelet for some added sparkle.
$85 at AmazonThis uber-popular fanny pack is simple in structure and aesthetics, which means it can go everywhere and with everything. It's made with water-repellent nylon and features a zippered main compartment and interior pocket to hold all of her essentials — keys, phone, wallet, lip gloss — hands-free. Available in 18 colors and patterns including pale green, light pink, black and java (shown here).
$38 at LululemonRemember all those times she tucked you in and sent you off to dreamland? Return the favor with these luxe buttery-soft pjs. They're so soft and indulgent they've made Oprah’s Favorite Things List. Available in nine colors, two lengths (regular and tall) and sizes ranging from S to XXXL.
$146 at Cozy EarthNow that she's all geared up and ready to take on the world, let's make sure she looks stylish as all get-out when she steps out that door. If it's good enough for Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle — both fans — then Mom will probably like it, too.
$155 at Nordstrom
How about some olfactory accompaniment to all that rub-a-dub-dub serenity? This option features a gorgeous blend of lavender, white and deep purple lilacs and has a burn time of up to 110 minutes.
$20 at AmazonIf your mom has the travel bug, or just likes to keep her go-to supplies close at hand while she's out and about, she's going to love this sleek pebbled-leather toiletry-bag duo. Available in 17 colors, in hues ranging from discreet (Pearl Grey, Ecru, Blush or the Soft Rose shown here) to daring (Red, Sapphire, Jade, Blood Orange).
$128 at CuyanaEvery time she breezes by this classy number, she'll remember you and your generosity and good taste. Feeling extravagant? Place an order for a bouquet to fill the vase.
$78 at NordstromThis bouquet of tulips and irises are the perfect blossoms to fill her new Juliska Graham vase (shown above).
$46 at 1-800-FlowersTwo big things going for this choice: 1) She's unlikely to buy this for herself, and 2) At this price, you can get her a few! Tons of celebs sing the praises of how hydrating this popular lip mask is. It comes in five flavors so there's bound to be one she'll like — Berry, Gummy Bear, Mango, Sweet Candy and Vanilla.
$24 at AmazonDragon Touch
If her entire phone camera roll is photos of the grandkids, this wifi-enabled digital picture frame is a great way for her to show them off. Have one of up to 40,000 heartwarming family tableaux be the last thing she sees when heading out the door and the first thing welcoming her back home.
$70 at AmazonIs this the sexiest device she'll ever see? Nope. But it's got a seductive power all its own. This massager has built-in heating pads, provides oscillating pressure and rhythmic percussion massaging, and features a Bluetooth speaker. The ideal gift for moms who want to unwind before bed. Or whenever. Be sure to click the on-page coupon.
$70 at AmazonGet those delicious greens prepped for the evening feast with a chopping surface that's as organically derived as they are. Made from sustainable bamboo, it has guide lines etched into the surface for more precise cuts.
$39 at AmazonPhoto: Pluto
This custom pillow from Pluto will send your mom right to the moon when she lays her head down on it. Just input some basic info on her body type and her current sleeping situation on the manufacturer's website, and this life changer will show up on her doorstep ready to bestow that magic combo of comfort and support. Sleep tight!
$125 at PlutoThe only thing better than Mom not having to do the vacuuming herself? Her not even having to be home when it happens! All it takes is a click on her phone or the Eufy app before heading out the door, and this smart sucker will have her floors pristine well in time for her return.
$200 at Amazon
The day behind her, Mom will love a luxurious bubble bath or hot shower to de-stress and refresh....and a fluffy, toasty towel awaiting her after. This handy gadget can also warm her pjs, throw blanket, bathrobe and more.
$90 at AmazonMom will keep that relaxed vibe going right onto the dinner table, as she harvests her own home-grown, just plucked herbs. Includes seed pods for mint, thyme, parsley, dill and two varieties of basil.
$88 at AmazonIs mom a reader, not a watcher? Okay, then: How might she feel about access to an entire library's worth of her favorite books? That's what she'll be looking at, with this model's 16 gigs of storage. She'll also have an adjustable light source and a battery that can last up to 10 weeks on one charge.
$150 at AmazonWhen it's time for your Mom or mother-in-law to decamp to the couch to watch her stories, she'll have you to thank when she's swaddled in one these luxe throws (available in Cream, Pink, Soft Camel, White, Smokey Blue, Dove and Indigo).
$147 at NordstromThis set is so awesome we're deliberately overlooking the potentially queasy Oedipal suggestions of its name. Send Mom off to dreamland with: Ceramic Slip Cleanser, Pink Drink Firming Resurfacing Essence, Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment, Luna Retinol Sleeping Night Oil, High-Dose Retinol Serum and Tidal Brightening Enzyme Water Cream.
$93 at Sephora