The 43 Best Gifts for Wives Who Have Everything to Receive This Mother’s Day
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Avoid the annual head scratch when you get to the leading lady in your life on your shopping list: We’ve rounded up the best gifts for your wife that’ll make it easy for you to woo her for Mother’s Day, your anniversary, her birthday, or just because.
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When you’re brainstorming the best gifts for women, a few categories probably come to mind. There’s romantic gifts for her, like a flower delivery or a luxury candle; wellness gifts, such as a spa gift basket or a sauna blanket; and classic luxury gifts, like designer handbags and minimalist jewelry.
You can’t go wrong with any of those gifts for your wife, of course. But with so many occasions to treat her to a thoughtful, unique gift, you’ll want to get creative. Ponder her passions and what she does in her day-to-day. If your wife’s head over heels for your rescue puppy, she’ll love a dog DNA test; if your wife is always topping up her cup of coffee, a bean subscription will fuel her in more ways than one. Is she a mom-to-be? A push present is in order — you can’t go wrong with a customized necklace. These creative gift ideas for wives will show you put extra thought into commemorating what you’re celebrating.
Once you’ve settled on a great gift for your wife, the next step is making sure it arrives on time for the special day. Retailers like Amazon, Nordstrom, and Shopbop guarantee delivery within a certain time frame, ensuring you’ll have the surprise ready to go on the special day.
To make your search simple, we’ve perused top retailers and independent brands for the best gift ideas for wives. Review our list of the top 10 gifts for wives that are universally loved and in high demand, then keep scrolling to find a hidden gem that’ll make her smile. Ahead, gifts for wives that will earn you the ‘Spouse of the Year’ award on her birthday, this Mother’s Day, or any special occasion.
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Hatch Restore 2 Alarm Clock
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$200
The latest alarm clock from popular sleep wellness brand Hatch comes outfitted in gorgeous linen — this helps diffuse the light in your bedroom to make the gradual sunrise feature even more realistic. It’s also equipped with easy-listening soundscapes to help you wind down or wake up without a cacophony of beeps. It’s a luxury gift for your wife — but you’ll love it, too.
Price upon publish date of this article: $200
Dyson Airwrap Complete
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Sephora Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
$599
$599
Yes, it’s expensive. Yes, your wife needs it. The Dyson Airwrap is considered a magic wand in the realm of hair styling tools for its ability to add waves, smooth frizz, tame flyaways, and create curls without damaging hair. It’s notorious for selling out, so she’ll think you pulled some strings to nab it.
Price upon publish date of this article: $599
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Blue Nile Petite 7" Heart Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Blue Nile Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
A Mother’s Day gift your wife will heart this year (and for years to come), Blue Nile’s yellow gold cable chain bracelet with a tasteful heart offers a little touch of lustrous elegance for daily wear. Its versatility to easily pair with other personal jewelry or a minimalist watch makes it well worth the more-than-reasonable investment that shows your appreciation and gratitude on her special day.
Price upon publish date of this article: $310
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Coach Coachtopia Ergo Bag in Croc Embossed Leather
Coach Top Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.6/5
$275
Designer handbags are foolproof Mother’s Day gifts for wives, and with the Coachtopia Ergo Bag, you don’t have to shell out thousands to impress her. This chic shoulder bag is crafted with chic croc embossed leather that just so happens to be upcycled from leftover scraps otherwise destined for the landfill. Modern and wearable, the sleek silhouette will complement her outfits in any season.
Price upon publish date of this article: $275
Intoval Charging Station
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$38.82
If you’re shopping for a gift for a wife who seems to have everything, we can bet she doesn’t have the Intoval’s Wireless Charging Station. The highly praised dock has room to power up her phone, smart watch, and wireless headphones — keeping her nightstand clutter-free in the process. She’ll wake up with a fully charged battery every day.
Price upon publish date of this article: $45
Dearfoams Sydney Slippers
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$50
Your wife can shuffle around the house in style with Dearfoams Women’s Fireside Indoor/Outdoor Slippers. These highly rated Amazon slippers are padded with shearling and feature indoor- and outdoor-friendly foam rubber outsoles, so her feet can stay cozy and warm in the living room or on the patio.
Price upon publish date of this article: $50
Ember Smart Mug 2
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Target Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$117.77
$129 $149 13% off
With Ember’s Temperature Control Smart Mug, your wife will never have to settle for lukewarm coffee in the morning or tepid tea at night. The connecting smart phone app allows her to set the exact temperature of what’s inside, and keeps it at that exact degree for up to 80 minutes (or longer, if you use the included charging coaster).
Price upon publish date of this article: $103
Cadence Travel Containers
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$130
Whether she’s type A or simply loves to travel, Cadence Capsules will have your wife looking forward to packing up her favorite face serums, minimalist jewelry, vitamins, and more. These handy travel containers are leakproof and magnetically snap together to stay put in her weekend bag or carry-on luggage. They’re crafted with sustainable materials and are dishwasher safe for easy cleaning between uses.
Price upon publish date of this article: $130
Fullstar Vegetable Chopper
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$27.99
Fishing for a useful kitchen gift for your wife? Order up the Fullstar Vegetable Chopper. This Amazon bestseller deftly dices, chops, and juliennes any veggie you throw its way, taking the elbow grease out of everyday dinner prep (and preventing watering eyes when the recipe calls for white onion). Over 70,000 testers award it five stars on Amazon for its durable build and ability to slice through the toughest vegetables, like carrots.
Price upon publish date of this article: $27.99
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
$400
If you’re looking for a luxury gift for your wife that’s not jewelry, we have two words for you: Le Creuset. The famed French cookware brand offers pots, pans, and more that last a lifetime (and you’ll get a warranty to match, in the rare chance it breaks). She’ll use it to prep for everything from simple Sunday suppers to holiday feasts.
Price upon publish date of this article: $400
Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
$34
$34
Consider the Nodpod Sleep Mask a miniature weighted blanket — unlike standard sleep masks, this one applies gentle pressure to make dozing off all the more relaxing. Best for back sleepers, this mask lays flat across the eyes to block light and calm the senses. It’s made with Oeko-Tex certified fabrics that are safe for sensitive skin, and she can pop it in the freezer before use to help depuff, too.
Price upon publish date of this article: $34
HigherDose Infrared Sauna Blanket
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
$699
$699
$699
For the wife loves to get a good sweat session in, she’ll be over the moon when she opens HigherDose’s Infrared Sauna Blanket on her birthday. Sauna blankets use infrared heat to raise your internal body temperature, which aids in circulation, relaxation, and better sleep. We tested this one out — read our HigherDose Infrared Sauna Blanket testing review here.
Price upon publish date of this article: $699
Tory Burch Convertible Stripe Tennis Tote
Up her tennis game with this Tory Burch tote. The roomy canvas tote includes a full-zip interior pocket, as well as a removable attachment to house two tennis racquets. Maroon and navy detailing deliver big on trending collegiate-inspired colorways, making this a great birthday gift for your wife.
Price upon publish date of this article: $398
Touchland Glow Mist Revitalizing Hand Sanitizer Duo Set
Sephora Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
$25
A gift for wives that they’ll actually use, Touchland’s Glow Mist Hand Sanitizer Duo Set cleans hands without drying out skin — hand cream is purely optional after using this gentle formula. Beyond cute packaging and a germ-killing formula, this mist also contains soothing aloe and boasts a lovely rosewater scent.
Price upon publish date of this article: $25
Venus et Fleur Small Round Rose Box
Venus et Fleur Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 5/5 stars
$359
Flower delivery services are one way to woo her on Mother’s Day; but Venus Et Fleur’s bouquets will outlast the freshest stems. Before they’re packaged in a keepsake hatbox, the blooms undergo a special preservation process that keeps looking — and smelling — like they’re still in the garden for a full year. This special-edition box is done in a beautiful burgundy tone with metallic details that makes an extra romantic gift for your wife.
Price upon publish date of this article: $359
Intelligent Change The Five Minute Journal
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$29
The Five Minute Journal takes the cake as a top thoughtful gift for wives. Each page contains prompts that encourage a few minutes of mindfulness and reflection, which is a practice that wellness lovers (or those who need a salve for day-to-day chaos) will appreciate. Pair it with a subscription to a meditation app, and this gift will win you major brownie points.
Price upon publish date of this article: $29
The Pasta Tarot: A 78-Card Deck for Delicious Divination
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$17 $22 23% off
$22
Does she love to cook? Is she always talking about astrology? No matter if she ticks both boxes or just one, The Pasta Tarot Card Set is going to catch her off guard in a good way. It’s one of the most unique gifts for wives we’ve found for 2024 — the cards include playful artwork and plenty of pasta-centric facts she’ll love to learn.
Price upon publish date of this article: $17
Mejuri Letter Necklace
$248
Choose her initial or your baby’s, either way, this Mejuri Letter Necklace is a classic piece of minimalist jewelry that she can wear day in, day out. It’s crafted from 14-karat solid gold, meaning it won’t tarnish, change colors, or dull with regular wear. While this makes an amazing Mother’s Day gift for wives, it’s an equally great luxury push present idea or anniversary gift for your wife.
Price upon publish date of this article: $248
Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro Heat Pack
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$329
$358 $388 8% off
What’s better than a portable massage gun? A heated one. The HyperIce Hypervolt 2 massager dissolves deep, pesky knots with its percussion massage, while the heated head attachment loosens up sore, tight muscles. If your wife is a gym-goer, she’ll wonder where this self care tool has been her whole life.
Price upon publish date of this article: $329
Everlane The Glove Boot
$150
A new pair of stylish ankle boots will put a pep in any fashion lover’s step. Your wife will adore Everlane’s Glove Boots, which have a sleek look and comfortable, sock-like feel. (The stretchy upper makes these great shoes for wide feet, bunions, or hammertoes, too.) WWD editors love the brown colorway as it jibes well with our best jeans, but you can’t go wrong with classic black, too.
Price upon publish date of this article: $150
Reserve Bar Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Blanc 2015
$95
A delicious bottle of champagne isn’t just a hostess gift; it’s a great gift idea for the wife who has everything, whether for Mother’s Day or as a 10-year anniversary gift for your wife. Moet & Chandon’s Grand Vintage Blanc 2015 features subtle notes of peach, almond, and jasmine.
Price upon publish date of this article: $95
Higherdose Red Light Neck Enhancer
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Sephora Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
$349
$349
$349
Is your wife always hunting for the next best face serum to add to her 12-step skin care routine? Surprise her with HigherDose’s Red Light Neck Enhancer. The LED light therapy mask encourages collagen production, which results in a firmer, smoother, and more even-looking decolleté.
Price upon publish date of this article: $349
Ladurée Macarons: The Recipes
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$40
She doesn’t have to be a professional baker to appreciate Ladurée Macarons: The Recipes. This cookbook doubles as coffee table book-level eye candy, as it’s filled with gorgeous imagery of the famed French bakery’s 80 macaron flavors and the recipes you need to create them.
Price upon publish date of this article: $40
String Ting Venus Pearl Trap Wristlet
$65.00
Looking for a cool gift for your wife? String Ting’s pearl-studded phone strap is your ticket. The brand’s phone accessories have been seen on celeb’s cells, including Gigi Hadid, Dua Lipa, Irina Shayk, and Justin Bieber. If Y2k everything is her vibe, there’s no better gift for your wife.
Price upon publish date of this article: $65
Chloe Mini Marcie Leather Saddle Bag
Saks Fifth Avenue Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4/5 stars
$1,350
This designer crossbody bag is one of the best Mother’s Day gifts for your wife, hands down. The ‘70s-inspired Chloé Mini Marcie Saddle Bag is crafted with leather and an easy-to-clean cotton lining, and it has a front slip compartment so she can stay organized.
Price upon publish date of this article: $1,350
Eparé Kitchen Compost Bin Countertop
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$27.95
Yes, this is a unique gift for your wife, but it’s one that the eco-conscious cooks will appreciate. The Eparé Kitchen Compost Bin stands out from others on the market due to its wall mount-friendly design, and its airtight lid and carbon filter that prevent bad smells.
Price upon publish date of this article: $27.95
Monica Rich Kosann White Enamel and Vermeil Cushion Locket
$685
This modern locket necklace by Monica Rich Kosann is a luxury gift for your wife that she’ll cherish. With white enamel, gold vermeil, a center blue sapphire, and room for two images inside, it’s a statement necklace that just so happens to be a keepsake. Fill it with pictures of your kids or you two on your wedding day for an A-plus gift for your wife’s birthday or as an anniversary gift for your wife.
Price upon publish date of this article: $685
Victoria Beckham Suite 302 Eau de Parfum
Bergdorf Goodman Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.7/5 stars
$200
$200
With Victoria Beckham’s Suite 302 fragrance, notes of pepper, tobacco, and rose come together for a lovely, leathery perfume for women. She’ll love to spritz this on ahead of date night — it’s one of the best sexy gifts for wives you can find.
Price upon publish date of this article: $200
Cosabella Sanika Italian Nightie
Saks Fifth Avenue Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4/5 stars
$325
Seeking out sexy gifts for your wife? She’ll love Cosabella’s Sanika Italian Nightie. These silk pajamas are made with 100 percent silk and feature gorgeous Italian mesh details near the bust. It’s fitted through the chest and drapes over the hips for a flattering fit.
Price upon publish date of this article: $325
Our Place Wonder Oven
Our Place Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.6/5 stars
$195
With this top gift for wives who love to cook, she can make dinner and dessert from scratch (or reheat leftovers!) in record speed. Our Place’s Wonder Oven is a six-in-one appliance that can toast bread, bake cookies, broil seafood, and roast a whole chicken. Did we mention it’s also an air fryer? Suffice to say that she’ll use it daily.
Price upon publish date of this article: $195
Shark FlexStyle Air Drying and Styling System
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$299
Hair tools are always good gifts for wives — but the problem is choosing the right one for her. Shark FlexStyle’s Air Drying and Styling System caters to all hair types and styles, so you can rest assured she’ll use it on the daily. The attachments will allow her to curl, straighten, dry, and volumize her hair with the click of an attachment.
Price upon publish date of this article: $299
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Bandolier Crossbody Phone Case
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$76.80
If you’re looking for a unique gift for your wife, you can’t go wrong with Bandolier’s Emma Crossbody Phone Case and Wallet. Blake Lively (a mom of four) was recently spotted wearing the genuine leather phone case-meets-wallet to a soccer match with her family. It’ll keep her essentials close by while freeing up her hands. Lively is just one fan — this case has over 1,700 five-star reviews on Amazon.
Price upon publish date of this article: $76.80
Rokne Pickleball Paddle
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Saks Fifth Avenue Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4/5 stars
$90
$90
Is your wife the sporty spice of her friend group? Fire up her competitive spirit with Rokne’s Curve Classic Pickleball Paddle, which is available in seven cute colorways. The paddle features a gritty fiberglass head for extra spin, plus a cushioned handle.
Price upon publish date of this article: $90
Slip Jetsetter Pillow Set
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
$139
This Slip travel pillow set is the ultimate gift for wives who love to travel. The 100 percent silk material on the used in this set is ideal for keeping hair smooth and skin supple. She’ll get a super plush travel pillow, a travel silk pillowcase, and a tote to keep them germ-free through the TSA-line. The pretty Portofino pattern is swoon-worthy for spring and summer.
Price upon publish date of this article: $139
Zadro Towel Warmer
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$133
If your wife loves a good luxury women’s bathrobe, do her a favor and surprise your wife with this Zadro Towel Warmer. The modern, sleek device evenly warms up the towels you toss inside, making for an extra cozy exit from the shower. You can use it for throw blankets, socks, robes, and more, too.
Price upon publish date of this article: $133
Uncommon Goods Gardener Tool Seat
$48
If your wife has a green thumb, surprise her this holiday season with Uncommon Goods’ Gardener’s Tool Seat. It includes a whopping 21 pockets to stow her gardening essentials, plus a catch-all interior. The stool-style seat will prevent her from aching knees or a sore back after a day of planting.
Price upon publish date of this article: $48
Embark Dog DNA Test
$159 $199 20% off
Whether you just adopted a puppy or count your rescue as a core family member, Embark Dog DNA Test Kit makes an unexpected gift for your wife’s birthday. Simply swab your dog’s cheek and return the sample to Embark in a pre-paid mailer, and you’ll get test results in two to four weeks. Expect a detailed breakdown of your dog’s breed, ancestry information, and a relative finder that could connect you with your pup’s parents and siblings.
Price upon publish date of this article: $159
Kitchen Mama Auto Electric Can Opener
$30 $35 14% off
Sometimes the best gifts for wives are practical ones. Take Kitchen Mama’s Electric Can Opener, a number one bestseller on Amazon that testers adore for its ability to make quick work of the trickiest canned foods. She can finally ditch the rusty can opener — this one works magic with the click of a button.
Price upon publish date of this article: $30
Seenlast Candle Warmer
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
$36.99 $43.99 16% off
This candle gift is genius for the ladies who love to keep a candle burning all day long. Rather than burning from the wick, this tool warms the wax to waft the candle’s scent throughout your home. Not only is it a safer option for those with children and pets; it’s also a way to make her luxury candles last longer, as the warmer burns through the wax slower than a lighted wick.
Price upon publish date of this article: $36.99
Bombas Women’s Gripper Slipper
$27 $45 40% off
Slippers for women are always welcome, particularly if you’re looking for gifts for a pregnant wife or a little luxury gift for your wife. And no one does them better than Bombas. These Gripper Slippers are crafted with a wool and cashmere blend to keep toes warm, and a grippy nylon outsole that prevents slips. And their slim profile doesn’t come at the cost of cushioning — these easy-to-pack steppers feel like memory foam underfoot.
Price upon publish date of this article: $27
Summer Fridays The Lip Butter Balm
Sephora Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
$24
Consider yourself lucky if you secure any lip butters from Summer Fridays — this stocking stuffer for wives has been selling out in recent months. Why, you ask? This beauty gift has a tinted formula that delivers the sheen of the best lip glosses. But now, you can get your hands on the Sweet Mint flavor, which recently dropped.
Price upon publish date of this article: $24
Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick
Ulta Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Clinique’s Black Honey Almost Lipstick is an iconic shade — celebs like Liv Tyler, Molly Ringwald, and Courteney Cox have worn it on screen. There’s no need to worry over whether or not she’ll like this top lipstick shade; it’s regarded as one of the most universally-flattering hues for any skin type, as it subtly enhances natural lip color.
Price upon publish date of this article: $25
The Different Kinds of Gifts for Wives
Mother’s Day gifts for your wife: You can go with classic gifts like flowers, cozy Amazon slippers, or a pair of hoop earrings; or get creative with a necklace featuring the first letter of your child’s name. If she’s absolutely spent, send her off for a massage by giving her a gift card to the spa.
Luxury gifts for your wife: Great for special occasions like her 40th, 50th birthday, or 60th birthday, these investment items will always remind her of the milestone. Designer tote bags are an option, as are classic jewelry pieces like diamond earrings.
Romantic gifts for your wife: Show her some love with gifts that tug on her heartstrings. Go with a picture frame with a photo from your wedding day or an heirloom-worthy vase full of fresh flowers. If you want something on the sexy side, you can’t go wrong with lacy black lingerie.
Creative gifts for your wife: Thanks to retailers like Uncommon Goods and Etsy, it’s easy to order a personalized present online. You can spend hours scrolling through options, but items like a custom notebook, an illustration of your family, or a monogrammed cutting board are dependable options.
Anniversary gifts for your wife: Lucky for you, anniversary gifts have traditional framework you can play into, like paper for your first anniversary, wood for your fifth, and crystal for your fifteenth. You can, of course, also surprise her with something more modern, like a pair of hoop earrings as a five-, 10-, or 20-year anniversary gift for your wife.
Push presents: These post-delivery gifts are a must for new moms. Jewelry is a go-to choice; personalize a necklace with the baby’s birthday or birthstone. If you’re opting for something self care-oriented, go with a spa gift, like a plush bathrobe she can nestle in with your newborn.
How We Chose the Best Gifts for Wives
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To curate this gift guide, we researched, tested, and reviewed the best gifts for wives, including ideas for birthdays, anniversaries, the holidays, and just because. Our guide includes options for sporty types, those who love a spa day, wives that appreciate a luxury gift, and more. Many product brands submit special offerings and new releases each week to the WWD Shop team. While sourcing new gift ideas, we also looked at past product reviews and items we tested in 2023 to make sure we could highlight some of our favorite gift items to consider. Learn more about us here.
Meet the Author
Claire Sullivan is the Senior Beauty and Lifestyle Commerce Editor for WWD and Footwear News. She’s spent over five years researching, reporting on, and writing about the beauty industry for publications like Martha Stewart Living, Martha Stewart Weddings, InStyle, and Byrdie. She’s tested hundreds of products during her time as an editor, so she’s well-versed in selecting the products that make a meaningful difference in your day-to-day life. Sullivan updated this gifts for wives story on November 24, 2023, with new product picks and additional shopping advice.
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