Switch It Up This Mother's Day With These 30 Practical Gift Ideas
Let's be real: Mother's Day gifts tend to get thrown away (cough flowers cough) or put in the back of the closet. It's not that our moms don't appreciate our kind gestures; it's just most Mother's Day gifts don't serve a whole lot of purpose. That's why this year, we're thinking of skipping the chocolates for something a little more practical. We're talking about the things she uses every day, what she can't live without, and what she's obsessed with. Does she love cooking? Are her slippers a little worn? How's her favorite coffee mug holding up? Think deep: you know her best! Here are 30 useful gift ideas to help you get started.
— Additional reporting by Nicole Yi and Macy Cate Williams
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Still Standing Self Care Kit
The Still Standing Self Care Kit ($43) has everything your mom needs to rest and relax.
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Kate Spade New York Insulated Lunch Tote
Great for spring and summer, this Kate Spade New York Insulated Lunch Tote ($30) is a stylish way to store food.
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Mother and Daughter Letter Book
Build a keepsake that she'll always treasure with this Mother and Daughter Letter Book ($40) that gives written letters a home.
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Marble and Copper Monogram Board
If Mom's a cheese-lover, this Marble and Copper Monogram Board ($40) will make her happy.
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Personalized Notepad Market List Stationary
Show her how much you appreciate her grocery shopping with this Personalized Notepad Market List Stationary ($15).
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Blooming Azalea Bonsai
This blooming Golden Gate Ficus Bonsai ($58) has the prettiest pink flowers.
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Magnolia Table, Volume 2
If she loves to cook, this cookbook by Joanna Gaines, Magnolia Table, Volume 2 ($30), is filled with delicious recipes.
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Primula Copper Coffee French Press
She'll save so much money on coffee with this Primula Copper Coffee French Press ($25).
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Wild Fig & Cassis Home Candle
Add a little luxury into Mom's home with the Wild Fig & Cassis Home Candle ($67) — you can even engrave it with her name to make it extra special!
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Sunny Orange Citrus Hand Soap and Dish Soap
Her hands will smell of lemon, orange, bergamot, and jasmine fragrances with this high-quality Sunny Orange Citrus Hand Soap and Dish Soap ($38).
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Emu Australia Mayberry Slippers Sheepskin Slippers
These Emu Australia Mayberry Slippers Sheepskin Slippers ($60) come in so many fun colors.
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Nordstrom Lingerie Moonlight Short Pajamas
Help her stay cozy in these Nordstrom Lingerie Moonlight Short Pajamas ($49).
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Mother's Day Beauty Blooms Gift Set
This adorable Mother's Day Beauty Blooms Gift Set ($68) has all the beauty treats she'll love.
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Nordstrom at Home Kennebunk Bliss Plush Throw
She'll love snuggling up on this Nordstrom at Home Kennebunk Bliss Plush Throw ($40).
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Hydro Flask 32-Ounce Wide Mouth Cap Bottle
This Hydro Flask 32-Ounce Wide Mouth Cap Bottle ($45) is always a great gift, and it comes in so many fun colors.
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Parachute Classic Bathrobe
This bestselling Parachute Classic Bathrobe ($99) will help her stay cozy around the house.
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Instant Pot Duo 6qt 7-in-1 Pressure Cooker
This Instant Pot Duo 6qt 7-in-1 Pressure Cooker ($80, originally $100) will change your mom's kitchen game forever. Gone are the hours waiting for her favorite stew to be done in a slow cooker; this nifty pressure cooker gets things done in under an hour.
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Umbra Me Time Bamboo Bath Tray Caddy
Treat her to a little R&R with this Umbra Me Time Bamboo Bath Tray Caddy ($49).
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The Essential New York Times Book of Cocktails
The hostess with the mostest will appreciate The Essential New York Times Book of Cocktails ($20) that's full of delicious handcrafted drink and cocktail recipes.
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Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer
Over 2,400 buyers have reviewed this Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer ($57), and 73 percent of those people gave it a perfect five stars. What makes this tool unique is that it's a brush and blow dryer in one product. The oval brush is designed for smoothing the hair, while the round edges create volume.
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UGG Genuine Shearling Slippers
She won't be able to refuse these UGG Genuine Shearling Slippers ($120).
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Clare V. for Anthropologie Monogram Journal
She'll want to get organized with this bright, fun Clare V. for Anthropologie Monogram Journal ($24).
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Marina Monogram Coaster
If she's always worried about water rims on the counter, give her this Marina Monogram Coaster ($14).
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Rifle Paper Co. for Anthropologie Garden Party Monogram Mug
Let her sip her morning coffee out of this bright, happy Rifle Paper Co. for Anthropologie Garden Party Monogram Mug ($14).
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HoMedics Bubble Bliss Deluxe Foot Spa
Who could resist this HoMedics Bubble Bliss Deluxe Foot Spa ($25)?
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Bow Scrunchie
Pick mom up a few of these Bow Scrunchies ($6) in her favorite color; hair elastics are always needed.
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YnM Weighted Blanket
This YnM Weighted Blanket ($63) will keep her warm and comforted and is perfect for a movie marathon.
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Lauren Knotted Headband
This Lauren Knotted Headband ($18) comes in so many cute colors that'll go with all her outfits.
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Slipsilk Pure Silk Sleep Mask
Beauty sleep is not far away with this Slipsilk Pure Silk Sleep Mask ($50).
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Stars Above Perfectly Cozy Lounge Jumpsuit
The Stars Above Perfectly Cozy Lounge Jumpsuit ($28) is so comfy, she'll want to wear it every single day.