23 Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for 2023
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Mother’s Day is just a few short weeks away. There’s no more excuse. It’s time to snag the best Mother’s Day gift Mom will ever receive.
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The best gift for Mom in 2023 varies quite differently from gifts she’s gotten in the past. Sure, it’s hard to go wrong with flowers and a bottle of red. But, flowers die. Bottles finish. In most cases, Mother’s Day gifts should exist a little longer than a couple of days.
This year, Mother’s Day will be held on Sunday, May 14. That means that there isn’t much time left to get Mama something good. From personalized Mother’s Day gifts she’ll geek over to classic gifts sure to leave her wide-eyed, check out the most unique Mother’s Day gifts to gift Mom below this year.
Homesick Thank You, Mom Candle
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There’s no gift Mom loves receiving more than a candle. While Homesick has a number of unique, location-inspired candles, this one is ideal for gifting Mom on Mother’s Day. With a soy wax blend, this candle has a burn time of 60 to 80 hours, filling the home with an aroma of bergamot, jasmine and sandalwood. This candle can even be personalized with a note on the box, too.
Simple Modern Insulated Tumbler
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Stanley is too expensive and, truthfully, Mom could care less about a cup’s name brand. As long as her iced coffee stays cold, she’s good to go. These double-insulated tumblers keep drinks cold for hours on end and look good doing it.
BEST LUXURY GIFT
Coach Tabby Shoulder Bag 26
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Some name brands, Mom does care about. If there’s a plan to gift a luxury item such like a handbag or tote, don’t go and buy any random accessories from Amazon. Do better. Moms love Coach. Get Mom Coach.
CAN'T GO WRONG
Crocs Classic Clog
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Moms and Crocs go together like PB&J. Honestly, most people go together with Crocs like PB&J. It’s probably the easiest gift one can give in 2023 no matter the gift receiver.
BEST PLANT
Hoya Heart Plant
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Flowers are overrated. This year, gift Mom something she’ll have for years to come. The plant is pet-friendly, only needs water every 2-3 weeks and thrives in direct sunlight, so caring for it shouldn’t be too difficult for Mom.
MOST AFFORDABLE
C&L Accessories Beaded Phone Wrist Strap
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Sometimes, all Mom wants is something small. If that’s the case, this beaded wrist strap is a serious no-brainer.
BEST FOR ACTIVE MOMS
Amazon Basics High-Density Round Foam Roller
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Whether she’s working on new balance techniques through yoga or rehabbing a funky leg muscle, this foam roller is an essential for any active mama.
BEST PUZZLE
Piecework Puzzles
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Piecework Puzzles have options for puzzle lovers that look like genuine pieces of artwork once completed. This 1,000-piece puzzle is ideal for dog moms everywhere.
BEST PHONE CASES
Casetify Phone Cases
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Mom is always either losing or dropping her phone. Keep that smartphone of hers safe with Casetify’s almost indestructible, incredibly cute line of cases. Mom will never see a cracked screen again.
BEST NOTEBOOK
Artfan Ruled Notebook
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Whether Mom’s a big journaler or a massive to-do-lister, this adorable sun-centric notebook is ideal for whatever she needs it for. Plus, it comes in a number of different colors she will love.
BEST FOR THE BATHROOM
TUSHY Ottoman Premium Toilet Stool
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Mom already has the TUSHY bidet, right? Good. She should. Pick up the Ottoman to help her in the bathroom even further. Sure, it might be a weird one, but it’s certainly a useful one.
BEST JEWELRY
Hush Hush The Goddamn Cheetah ∞ Charm
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So, Mom likes to have a little bit of fun with fashion? Perfect. Pick up this adorable cheetah charm necklace to help her show off that eccentric sense of style.
BEST SKINCARE
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion
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Keep Mom’s skin safe with a skincare product she’ll wear on the daily. This lightweight sunscreen is built for use 365 days out of the year. It uses SPF 50+ and is ultra-effective in heat and when wet.
BEST WINE
Ami Ami Vin Rouge
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Ditch the bottle for the box when gifting Mom this year. And, yes, she’ll actually enjoy each glass with Ami Ami. This delicious Vin Rouge has the power to shut all boxed wine-haters up for good.
BEST SOCKS
Bombas Mother's Day Ankle Sock 12-Pack Gift Box
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Mom has been buying her kids for every birthday and holiday since birth. Might as well return the favor with some of the most comfortable socks of all time.
BEST FOR FRUIT LOVERS
Berry Buddy
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Talk about a berry unique Mother’s Day gift. Pretty and practical, this striking stoneware bowl is a strainer and fruit bowl in one.
BEST FOR MUSIC LOVERS
Adidas RPT-02 SOL Headphones
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Have a forgetful, music-loving mama? Pick her up the new ADIDAS RPT-02 SOL headphones. With superb sound quality and a fit that’ll hug her ears comfortably, these will soon become Mom’s go-to. The best part? She never has to charge them. That’s right, these are totally solar-powered.
BEST PERFUME
Chanel CHANCE EAU TENDRE Eau de Toilette
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It’s hard to go wrong with a pretty perfume as a Mother’s Day gift. This fragrance from Chanel is floral and fruity, and comes from the classic luxe brand your mom probably already loves.
BEST FOR TEA LOVERS
COSORI Electric Kettle
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Stovetop tea kettles are so 2000 and late. This electric kettle will quickly boil water so Mom can have a mug full of tea, stat!
BEST FOR SLEEP
Slip Silk Queen Pillowcase
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Slip’s silk pillowcases are what dreams are made of. Since they reduce friction, they’ll keep her hair healthy and bedhead will be a thing of the past. They also have anti-aging powers, since they reduce the pressure on the skin, hence preventing fine lines and wrinkles.
BEST FOR HAIR
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
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Come on. She’s wanted it forever. It’s finally time to pull the trigger.
BEST BLANKET
Bearaby Cotton Napper
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Weighted blankets are still all the rage. If Mom doesn’t have one quite yet, snag the best of the best from Bearaby. Perfectly weighted for the deepest night’s sleep imaginable.
BEST FOR COOKS
Our Place Always Pan 2.0
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The Always Pan just got a huge upgrade and it’s deep enough to roast a whole chicken yet shallow enough to flip an egg. Plus, it has the ability to fully eradicate the majority of Mom’s pots and pans she’s been hoarding.
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