Mother’s Day Gift Guide – 10 Gifts That Will Wow Her

Mother’s Day is May 12th. Are you looking for something out of the ordinary? Here are our top ten recommendations for celebrating mom this year.

1. The gift of travel

Give an experience to remember by surprising her with an experience at a VRBO vacation rental. As a serial-VRBO renter myself, I love that the company offers virtual tours of their rentals, along with upfront pricing, without all the hidden fees typically associated with other companies. They also rent entire homes as opposed to shared quarters, so there are no unwanted surprises. An extra perk is that they offer a travel rewards program called One Key, which allows members to earn 2% on each booking and use it across Expedia and Hotels.com.

2. A place to store mementos and memories

Travel Stamps is the ultimate gift for moms who love to travel. The interactive book allows her to collect stamps from her travels across the United States, while inspiring new adventures along the way. The travel books are offered in a variety of interests – National Parks, by state, by attractions, and much more. Prices start at $7.99.

3. Pamper her

FarmHouse Fresh Goods carry some of my favorite products. Gift her the Whoopie Deluxe Gift Box ($59), which includes full-size bottles of body cream and hand cream, along with a travel-size body wash and candle. For ultimate indulgence, she’ll love receiving the Rainbow Bubbletini ($109), a collection of delightfully scented bath and body products. 

4. Exquisite baubles

Who doesn’t love something sparkly? Not only are Melinda Maria’s fancy hoops ($62) gorgeous, they’re affordable and versatile. Plated with 18k gold, the 4.5mm white cubic zirconia are affixed to solid earring backs that offer a secure fit.

5. Style and substance

Outerknown clothing makes stylish and sustainable clothing for women of all ages. One of my favorite items is their Weekend shirt ($128), which pairs back to almost everything. Soft and comfortable, it comes in six colors. Their best-selling blanket shirt in the serape stripe is another great option. It’s a seasonless shirt that works well worn alone, or as a shirt jacket in cooler temps.  

6. Luxurious wraps and accessories

Gift her this super fashionable Patricia Nash shawl ($99). It’s a great wardrobe essential that can be dressed up or down; best of all it’s machine washable. The company also carries a full line of accessories, including handbags, jewelry, and sunglasses. Their Jackie sunglasses ($79) are super flattering and fit like a dream. 

7. Sophisticated cross-body

Strathberry makes some of the most elegant bags that are chic and functional. Splurge on the East/West Soft shoulder bag ($775) for her this Mother’s Day. This classic bag is handcrafted in Spain of high-quality leather. Perfect for day and night, it makes the ultimate luxury gift.

8. Roses that last

If your mom loves flowers, she’ll be thrilled with The Million Roses. They’re preserved rose boxes that add flair to any room in the house. With lots of vibrant hues and box shapes and sizes to choose from, these displays will not perish. Founded in 2014, the company offers flowers sourced from Ecuador that go through a safe and non-toxic process to provide long-lasting arrangements to enjoy for years. 

9. Shipping approved

Far away? If you need to ship a gift, don’t hesitate on delicious Filipino baked goods from Goldilocks. They offer cakes, cookies, and other sweet treats. Our favorite for receiving and gifting are their Ensaymada Variety Pack ($46.99), which includes an assortment of classics. 

10. Not just a book

New Coastal, Inspiration for a Life by the Sea ($45) by Ingrid Weir is a book of beautiful spots by the sea. Not only are the images captivating and awe-inspiring, each of the descriptions also spark creativity for our own dwellings.  If she loves to cook, don’t miss At the Table in Paris: Recipes from the Best Cafés and Bistros ($24.99) by Jan Thorbecke Verlag for her collection. The author takes you on an intimate journey through the streets of Paris, with over 40 recipes to play with. It’s also chock-full-of recommendations on places to go and things to see.