The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide — For Every Type of Mom
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For first-time mothers
There’s a first time for everything — and when she’s celebrating her first-ever Mother’s Day, it’s even more important to make the occasion special. So for the new moms who still remember what it was like to not be sleep deprived, here’s a selection of treats to help her get back her “me time” — if only for a moment. Photo: Getty Images
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Working out is tough, especially if you need to get back in shape after a baby! Treat moms to a pair of Alala workout pants and have them customized so she feels extra incentive!
Alala Custom Captain Tight, $185, alalastyle.com
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A cute notebook to write down all the annoying, funny, and personal things from being a first-time mom.
Smythson Panama collection, $40, smythson.com
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Tory Sport’s seamless cami long bra is great for working out in, or just to wear on a day-to-day basis, as it gives great support and looks chic.
Tory Sport Seamless Cami Long Bra, $75, torysport.com
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Ask any mother what she craves on her special day, and chances are she’ll say some peace and quiet. If she’s in New York City, a facial at Georgia Louise Atelier (where Katy Perry and Emma Stone are regulars) is an indulgent treat. And if a trip to NYC is out of the question, why not treat her to the Elemis Biotec products the salon uses?
Elemis Biotec skin energizing cleaner, and night cream starting from $63 to $136, elemis.com
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Wine not? Get it!
By.OTT Côtes de Rosé 2015, $23, winedirect.com
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Breakfast in bed sounds great but can be even better if mama has fabulous new bed linens! Beautifully designed throws made by Boll & Branch will make her special day extra cozy.
Cable Knit Throw, $125, bollandbranch.com
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Susanne Kaufmann products will bring a smile to any new mom’s face. Treat swollen and tired feet and legs with a chilled, organic mist of yarrow, marigold, dandelion, and menthol (sounds like a refreshing cocktail).
Susanne Kaufmann Leg and Vein Cooling Spray, $39, Net-A-Porter.com
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What better treat for a new mom than a week of no cooking? Portable Chef prepares healthy meals using organic ingredients and can incorporate any dietary requirements into each meal.
Portable Chef, dinner for two at $86 and for four at $150, including delivery, portablechefnyc.com. Photo: Stocksy
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If you’re going to buy jewelry, check out Noémie, a direct-to-consumer brand that uses conflict-free diamonds, making them a more ethical and economical choice. This limited edition “I love you mama” ring also comes in French, Italian, Spanish, and Mandarin.
18 Karat Yellow Gold, $360, hellonoemie.com
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For eco-friendly mothers
She’s your mom, and she taught you a thing or two about respecting Mother Earth, too. For the mother who practices sustainability and wants only good for the world, we’ve rounded up beautiful, sustainable gifts that bring positivity to the world and last a lifetime. Photo: Getty Images
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Not only are LemLem’s products handmade in Ethiopia with natural cotton, but the sales of the products will also help support the local artisans and communities.
LemLem by Liya Kebede Almaz Mini Dress, $310, lemlem.com
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For beautiful and unique jewelry, try Page Sargisson. Her pieces are made of recycled metals along with conflict-free diamonds.
Page Sargisson Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, $1,500, pagesargisson.com
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Handmade in California, Melissa Joy Manning’s nature-inspired jewelry is green certified and uses recycled precious metals, ethically sourced gold, and upcycled stones.
Melissa Joy Manning Opal Five Drop Earrings, $3,750, melissajoymanning.com
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One of the most buzzed-about brands during NYFW is also one of the most ethical and sustainable. Most of the leathers used are vegetable-tanned and dyed, which reduces pollution. They also use Kudu leather, which is an animal byproduct, so animals aren’t killed just for their skins.
Brother Vellies Coconut Sphere Scandal, $584, brothervellies.com
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At Heidi Merrick’s eponymous label, everything is produced responsibly and locally in Los Angeles. Her Repurposed collection consists of pajamas made from repurposed fabric from her archives. You’ll sleep well in these cute, personalizable pajamas knowing you helped the earth.
Flume Cotton Monogrammed Pajamas, $225, heidimerrick.com
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Treat your mom with Herbivore Botanicals — all ingredients are plant-based, organic, food-grade, and animal cruelty-free. This coconut milk bath soak will soften and hydrate mom’s skin with the aroma of coconut and natural vanilla.
Herbivore Botanicals Coconut Soak, $18, available in Lord & Taylor Birdcage Shops or lordandtaylor.com
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Feit shoes are vegetable-tanned and handmade. They’re also created in limited volumes to ensure minimal environmental impact, with the highest quality. Give the gift of chic and timeless leather loafers that’ll soon become her everyday go-to.
FEIT Hand Sewn Slipper, $520, feitdirect.com
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For a true natural way to paper yourself, Province Apothecary has a variety of products that are vegan, cruelty-free, organic, and green business certified. This detoxifying + clarifying mask works for all skin types and will draw out impurities as well as detox and tighten the skin, reducing signs of aging.
Province Apothecary Detoxifying + Clarifying Clay Mask, $18, provinceapothecary.ca
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Mom looking for a new bag? Stop at Matt and Nat for bags made of PU vegan leather, recycled plastic bottles for lining, and other sustainable materials. The Row bag is perfect for Mom’s weekend get-togethers.
Matt & Nat Row in Buff, $150, mattandnat.com
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For the out-of-town mother
For those whose moms lives out of town, it can be difficult to show her your love when you can’t give her a big hug and kiss. But don’t fret — the next spate of gifts are both personal and take into consideration your geographic distance to ensure your mom still feels just as loved as everyone else’s on this special day. Photo: Getty Images
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Since you can’t be with your mom this year, give her the gift of a flight, so next year, she can come straight to you without any hesitation, financial concerns, ifs, ands, or buts.
American Airlines Gift Card, starting at $50, aa.com
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This classically beautiful locket can be personalized with a picture of the two of you so you can always be close, even if you’re thousands of miles away.
Alexis Bittar Limited Edition Encrusted Clear Crystal Locket, $275, alexisbittar.com
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Is your mom a big chocolate fan? Fashion designer Giorgio Armani has delved into the chocolatier business. Give the gift of sweet pralines in a gorgeous package from the fashion brand.
Armani Gift Box 16 Pralines, $38, armanidolci.com
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Give your mom the gift of the ultimate beauty treatment with beGlammed. They’ll send professional hair and makeup stylists direct to her door so she can feel more beautiful than ever in the comfort of her own home. Yahoo Style readers can receive a special 15 percent discount by using the code mothersdayJB15 upon purchase (valid until 6/1/2016).
beGlammed Gift Card, $50+, beglammed.com
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These will be the freshest flowers you ever send your mom. Order from anywhere in the country and Bouqs will send your mother the freshest bouquet within two to four days from first being cut, versus 10-14 days elsewhere.
Bouqs, starting at $40, thebouqs.com
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Send your mom a pre-made or personally curated selection of candles and stationary that all come beautifully wrapped in a box, straight to her door.
Box Fox Gifts, starting at $35, shopboxfox.com
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Give your mother a beautiful cashmere scarf from Burberry and make it personal with her embroidered initials. How can your mom not feel like a queen in this?
Burberry Cashmere Scarf in Heart Print, $995, burberry.com
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Give your mom the ultimate personalized tote bag to pack all her day-to-day essentials.
The Cambridge Satchel Company East West Tote Bag, $280, cambridgesatchel.com
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This year, you can send your mom an imprint — a collection of messages, photos, and videos that you, friends, and family members collectively give to your mom — all digitally via a link. Best news? It’s absolutely free.
Imprint, making a giving an imprint is free, imprint.com
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This new app creates hard-copy monthly zines straight from your phone’s photo library. Pick and choose your photo selects, and with a single tap, you can send your mom an update on your life every month through photos bound in a beautiful magazine printed on archival paper.
Recently, starting at $8.99, recently.com
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For the mother who has everything
So you’ve already bought her the bags, the perfumes, and the flowers — and now you’re wondering how you can top yourself this year. For the mom who seems to have everything, here are few little luxuries that make the everyday things truly special. Photo: Getty Images
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For the minimal mom who likes to host parties, this personalized tableware is the perfect gift.
March Monogram Tableware, $110-332, marchsf.com
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Give the gift of a getaway to this luxurious and romantic oasis in the middle of Utah.
Aman Getaway, from $2,316, aman.com
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For the laid-back mom who likes to experiment and try new food, we present The Cannabis Cookbook.
The Cannabis Kitchen Cookbook: Feel-Good Food for Home, $17, amazon.com
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For foodie moms, a monthly subscription to FareTrade America would be perfect, as she will get a case of new, made-in-America artisanal treats every month. More toys to play with in the kitchen!
The FareTrade Culinary Club, $65, coolhunting.com
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Give your mom the ultimate luxurious gift of a 24K gold plated iMac. We’re sure she doesn’t already have this sitting on her desk.
Gold Genie 24K Gold iMac 27 inch 5K, $16,196, us.goldgenie.com
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Be inspired and marvel at the late architect extraordinaire Zaha Hadid.
Hadid: Complete Works 1979-2013, $40, barnesandnoble.com
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Take your mom to Penhaligon’s or select Saks Fifth Avenue stores to meet with an expert so she can select the scent that best suits her. Penhaligon’s royal warrant means the British royal family endorses the brand, and Kate Moss wears Bluebell. If it’s good enough for the royals and fashion’s queen Kate, then it’s OK for your momma!
Penhaligon’s fragrances, from $170 at boutiques and Saks Fifth Avenues stores as well as penhaligons.com and saks.com
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Obviously if you are treating your mom to a private jet trip, she needs good luggage to go with it! The Luxury Collection x Globe-Trotter collaboration suitcase designed by Sofia Sanchez de Betak comes with a treasure map of four Greek islands. Take your pick from Santorini, Mykonos, Athens, and Messinia. Or better still, buy her the luggage and the trip to go with!
The Luxury Collection x Globe-Trotter collaboration with Sofia Sanchez de Betak, $2,005, globe-trotter.com
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What mom wouldn’t want a soothing, calming bath? After a long day of working or watching the kids, she can take a bath and unwind with the scent of lavender and chamomile.
This Works Deep Sleep Bath Oil, $148, net-a-porter.com
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Treat your mom with a special, beautifully bound book that features all the New York Times’ historical stories from a special date in your mom’s life.
New York Times Mom’s Special Day Book, $100, nytimes.com
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Give mom this ultra-luxurious colorful mink satchel with silk ribbon detail. We promise she does not already own this.
Sara Battaglia for Salvatore Ferragamo Medium Satchel in Mink Coat, $4,400, ferragamo.com
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This bag was originally designed by Jean Paul Gaultier that is both bohemian and elegant with an ode to Birkin. Your mom will carry this every day.
Hermès Jypsiere 31 Bag, $9,350, hermes.com
Let’s be real, choosing the perfect gift for the person who gave you life is not an easy task. Should you go the traditional route and get some flowers and chocolate or be spontaneous and get her something drastically new? And obviously you need a different type of gift for the earthy-crunchy mom, versus the luxury-loving mom. Whatever the case, we’ve got you covered. Ahead, we found dozens of gifts that’ll make you mother’s favorite.
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