Did you realize that Mother’s Day is around the corner (May 10th)? We’ll probably all be at home to celebrate our leading ladies. So let’s shower our favorite moms with extra love this year! I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about what my mom would want as well as what mothers closer to my age would love to receive this year. As such, I’ve created my Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020! Complete with fashion favorites, must-have accessories, gorgeous home items, kitchen necessities, inspired beauty products, and more. Cheers to pampering the best, hardest working women in the world. And cheers to reminding them of just how grateful we are for all they do for us!
P.S. Below, in the photo on the left, is my beautiful mom with my siblings and me on Sea Island growing up in the 90s. In the photo on the right, is my mom as a little girl with her cousin, mother, aunt, and grandmother in Los Angeles in the 60s.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020
01Lake Pajamas Poplin Pants Set in Haze
It’s hard to imagine a Mother’s Day gift as perfect as a fresh pair of poplin cotton pajamas. Poplin is crisp and lightweight so these are ideal for the summer months. I imagine moms grabbing a glass of rosé, filling the pajama pockets with cocktail napkins, and enjoying an at-home cocktail hour on the porch in these dreamy PJs. The perfect gift!
02Weezie Towels Women’s Short Tullie Robe
Nothing says modern luxury quite like a Weezie robe. The new printed collection of robes that launched earlier this month makes for the best Mother’s Day gifts! I adore the short robe for staying cool in the summer months. With no collar, cropped sleeves, a shortened hem, practical pockets, and attached tie, it’s the perfect robe! Plus, you can monogram it for mom!
03Hill House Home “Je Suis Tired” Silk Eye Mask
Mom’s deserve a little peaceful shut eye more than anyone! This luxe silk eye mask blocks out pesky light to help mom’s sleep soundly. Tell your mom to stash one in her bedside table, and one in her bag for naps on the go. It also comes in navy.
04Hill House Home Sisi Silk Pillowcase
Give the gift of a great night sleep this Mother’s Day but gifting the Hill House Home eye mask and this sisi silk pillowcase. Sleeping on Sisi Silk helps skin retain moisture, while protecting against hair breakage and frizz. The pillowcase comes in a bunch of different colorways. Trust me, your mom will love this gift combo!
05Baby2Baby Donation
Baby2Baby is working around the clock to provide basic necessities to children and families impacted by COVID-19. There are so many items that many of us take for granted that are in high demand right now like diapers and baby/kids clothing. Mother’s Day is an amazing excuse to make a donation! Make a donation in your mother’s name as an incredibly meaningful gift.
06No Kid Hungry Donation
The mission of No Kid Hungry is simple: no kid in America should go hungry. Millions of children rely on school time meals that they have not received during the COVID-19 pandemic. Consider making a donation in your mom’s name to No Kid Hungry to help feed America’s youth.
07Over The Moon Around the World Playing Cards
This “Around the World” deck features face cards that depict scenes from cities all over the globe. It comes in a beautiful blue box lined with all natural Japanese Asahi cloth and looks lovely displayed on a coffee or gaming table. It’s the perfect little luxury for any mom who is a well-traveled card player.
08Jonathan Adler Milano Backgammon Set
For the mom who loves to host game night or the mom who loves to nurse a cocktail while easing into the evening with a little backgammon. This mod glam backgammon board done in pastels looks chic folded closed as a cocktail table accent.
09Slim Aarons: Women
What mother doesn’t love receiving a beautiful new coffee table book? This Slim Aaron’s book, “Women,” covers the perfect topic for Mother’s Day. It covers the extraordinary women from the upper echelons of high society, the arts, fashion, and Hollywood.
10City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert
I’m currently reading this book right now and think it is such a blast! It is set in New York City during the 1940s and told from the perspective of an older woman as she looks back on her youth with both pleasure and regret (but mostly pleasure). Simply put, the book explores themes of female sexuality and promiscuity, as well as the idiosyncrasies of true love. It’s a really fast, fun read that I think all women would enjoy!
11Bringing Up Bébé: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of French Parenting
Do you know any mamas-to-be that will be thinking ahead to life with a little one? If so, then this book is a thoughtful gift to give! It is one of the most widely loved parenting/maternity books out there.
12The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother
This book is another wonderful gift to give to mothers-to-be or to new moms. Traditionally, society has thought of pregnancy as three trimesters but we now have the “fourth trimester.” This book taps into the fourth trimester as it taps into the connection, nourishment, and guidance of a mother’s first days at home with her baby.
13Amanda Lindroth Palm Beach Tote
The perfect wicker + leather tote bag! When Amanda designed this everyday tote, she intentionally designed it to not accommodate a laptop. Perhaps more importantly though, it does fit up to three bottles of rosé quite nicely!
14Amanda Lindroth Palm Beach Tote Liner
Amanda designed this colorful block print liner exclusively to fit her totally chic Palm Beach Tote. It is made of soft 100% cotton with a structured bottom for a snug fit. Plus, it features a drawstring closure to keep everything in the bag. I think it adds such personality to the bag!
15Sarah Bray Bermuda Wildflower Sun Hat
This gorgeous hat is currently available for preorder so it won’t arrive in time for Mother’s Day but it is so gorgeous that I thought it still deserved to be included! You could always print a photo of it and slip into into a card for mom with a coming soon note. This retro-style hat is made from biodegradable palm tree leaves and designed with vintage and antique ribbons that are collected by Sarah Bray from thrift stores, antique dealers, and flea markets. So unique!
16Hat Attack Shore Visor
When the world hopefully opens up again this summer, I can just see chic moms everywhere hitting the beach with their families wearing this adorable raffia visor. In the meantime, it’s great for enjoying the sunshine on a back patio.
17Nicola Bathie Pearl Cluster + Green Cameo Earrings
Pearls are always timeless and I’m so so drawn to green lately (well, always!) so I love these pearl + cameo statement earrings. They would make a beautiful addition to any mother’s jewelry box!
18Jane Pope Jewelry Name Ring
This is a wonderfully sentimental gift to give a mama. Have this beautiful 14kt yellow gold ring personalized with her name, mom, or the name of her baby.
19Cuyana Leather Travel Case Set
Cuyana’s iconic Leather Travel Case Set is a trusted companion with a place for all your mom’s essentials. My mom, sister, and I all have this set and swear by it. It is perfect for traveling and keeping your bathroom organized at home. It comes in over a dozen colors and can be monogrammed too!
20Paravel Packing Cube Quad
Conquer clutter with Paravel’s Packing Cube Quad set. It’s an elegant packing solution that every mom will love. The Packing Cube Quad is a multifunctional storage system that integrates perfectly into luggage. Moms on the go will love this gift!
21Goop Glow Microderm Instant Glow Exfoliator
One of Goop Beauty’s cult favorite products, the Microderm Instant Glow Exfoliator, is a beauty must-have for all moms. I can tell you that both my mom and I swear by this little jar. Take if from Gwyneth herself: “This, people, is a powerful facial in a little jar. My skin is softer, smoother, and more luminous afterward—the results are instantaneous.”
22Jo Malone Orange Blossom Cologne
Jo Malone is king when it comes to perfume. I always associate Jo Malone with my mom because she has been wearing Jo Malone and burning Jo Malone candles for decades. If your mom gravitates toward the floral family when it comes to perfume, then snag this beautiful bottle. The fragrance story is: Clementine flower sparkles over a heart of orange blossom and water lily. Warmed by undertones of orris and balsamic vetiver. Housed in a beautiful ombré bottle… how divine!
23Goop Rose Quartz Soothing Face Massage Roller
Rose quartz feels incredible on skin! Gift your mom this roller and she can wake up her entire face with the cooling, soothing power of rose quartz crystal: It promotes circulation for glowy, healthy-looking skin, releases tension in facial muscles, and cools to help reduce the appearance of puffiness and under-eye bags.
24Vitruvi Stone Diffuser
We can all use a sense of calm right now, which is why I love this diffuser as a Mother’s day gift idea. It’s a handcrafted, stone essential oil diffuser that doubles as a stunningly simple piece of home decor.
25Nespresso Espresso Machine
Give mom the gift of waking up energized with this Nespresso Espresso Machine. Nespresso’s most affordable, compact espresso maker and milk frother expertly brews espresso, cappuccino and latte in less than one minute, at the simple touch of a button… what a dream.
26Caraway Ceramic Cookware Set
My mom counts herself as a big fan of the Caraway brand! Easy to use and even easier on the eyes, this Teflon-free non-stick set is essential for any health-conscious cook. It comes with seven beautiful ceramic-coated pieces (a frying pan, a sauté pan, a sauce pan, a dutch oven, and lids) that won’t deposit PFOAs, PTFEs, lead, cadmium, nickel, or toxic metals in your food. Win, win.
27Fortnum & Mason Mother’s Day Tea
To celebrate Mother’s Day, the legendary British tea company, Fortnum & Mason, created a signature blend that showcases black tea from Sri Lanka accented with the fresh flavor of fennel seed, lemon peel, safflower, orange peel and marigold petals. This will surely bring a smile to mom’s face this Mother’s Day.
28Juliska Delft Blue Teapot, Sugar Bowl, & Creamer
The Juliska European-inspired teapot, sugar owl, and creamer collection is just what tea loving moms need this year. Sipping tea is a relaxing, rejuvenating experience so why not help mom do it with a luxurious tea set?
29Le Creuset Olive Branch Collection
Le Creuset items make for the perfect gifts for mothers who love to cook. The Le Creuset Olive Branch Collection features a raised olive branch design on each of the four pieces – an elegant detail for serving. The collection will take your mom’s serving abilities up in style and function.
30Le Creuset Mini Cocottes with Flower Knobs
These Le Creuset Mini Cocottes with Flower Knobs are so dreamy and will undoubtedly bring a touch of romance into your mother’s kitchen. They are ideal for ideal for serving toppings, condiments, or individual personal-sized portions.
31Heart Picnic Basket Set
This year, more than ever, we’re all looking for simple things to keep life interesting! A picnic in one’s own backyard suddenly sounds like the greatest way to spend an afternoon. So, I know moms will love this heart picnic basket set! It comes with literally every utensil you’d need and all the necessary wine and cheese amenities.
32Indigo Garden Stool
Farther down in this guide, I have a handful of garden-focused items for moms with green thumbs. If your mom is dedicating a lot of time to her yard, garden, or flower boxes this spring/summer, then she might love adding this gorgeous indigo block printed garden stool to her outdoor oasis.
33Sarah Bray Bermuda Seashell Place Card Holders
Simply put, I’m obsessed with these! They are going on my birthday wish list. Any mom would love these seashell place card holders to bring a bit of the coast into the home and set a nautical inspired table.
34Amanda Lindroth Island Wrapped Votives
To continue with the coastal table inspiration, add these island wrapped votives to your Mother’s Day gift. My mom has these and uses them constantly. The wrapped raffia pattern also comes in glasses, carafes, and pitchers.
35Tory Burch Home Lettuce Ware Candle Holder
A timeless home is one full of lettuce ware. Made of ceramic stoneware, each candle stick holder is delicately molded, detailed, and painted by hand.
36MacKenzie-Childs Pastel Flower Dinner Candles
I think these pastel floral candlesticks would look so fantastic paired with the lettuce ware candle stick holders. What a whimsical way for mom to set the table for spring and summer get-togethers.
37The Avenue Mixed Floral Embroidered Cocktail Napkin Set
These cocktail napkins will give garden party vibes to your mom’s next get-together with their delicate embroidery and colorful details. They can be personalized for mom too! In other words, they are the perfect gift for moms who love to host.
38The Avenue Scalloped Dot Placemats
Mom’s decorate their homes maybe once a decade, so indulge your mom in the art of decorating her table daily. These linen hand embroiled scalloped edge placemats will spoof up any table.
39Hibiscus Linens Letter Hand Towels
Each Hibiscus Linen letter hand towel is individually hand stitched and unique. These are the prettiest personalized gift to give mom! They will freshen up any powder room.
40Joanna Buchanan Bee Straw Coasters
Moms are the real Queen Bees so I can’t think of a more fitting gift than these charming bee coasters. These will be a happy addition to the upcoming summer months when cocktail glasses start sweating during the warm days.
41Aerin Raffia Frame
A sweet and simple picture frame! Win brownie points this Mother’s Day by printing a photo of you and mom and framing it in this frame! The frame’s neutral hue makes it easy to pair with a variety of frames as a perfect way to add texture and interest to a tablescape.
42Aerin Valentina Embroidered Raffia Vanity Tray
This gorgeous 1970s tray is a perfect way for your mom to keep her vanity organized. The lovely woven raffia is further enhanced by an embroidered floral motif and a brass edging… plus, it’s on major sale!
43Lettrefina Scallop Euro Sham with Monogram
This scalloped euro sham is absolutely adorable and would be a great addition to your mother’s bedroom. There are tons and tons of monogram and thread options so something for every mom’s taste.
44Mughal Flower In Monsoon Decorative Accent Pillow
This blue and green floral block print decorative accent pillow is so dreamy! It is made of 100% linen and will be sure to dress up any corner of your mom’s house. FYI the pillow insert isn’t included.
45Matchbook Diaries Colony Hotel Framed Matches Print
Matchbook Diaries framed match prints make such fantastic gifts! Our friends Tati & Justin gave us a print as a wedding gift that we love! They make for great gifts because there are so many special destinations and establishments to choose from so there is guaranteed to be a sentimental place among the lineup that your mom would love! They look great on desks, in bookshelves, or mixed in with gallery walls.
46Kayce Hughes Framed Painting
Kayce Hughes has absolutely blown up for very good reason. Her original abstract acrylic paintings have received lots of praise in the art and interior design world. It’s hard not to swoon over her gorgeous creations. I’d love to own a piece of hers one day and I can venture to guess that any one of your mothers would too.
47Papier Personalized Notecard Set
I absolutely adore Papier personalized notecard and letter writing sets. They have so many gorgeous designs that it’s hard to choose. However, I think this ‘Fine Flowers’ design is a little slice of perfection for moms of every age.
48Carriage House Cookies Organic Edible Pressed Flower Shortbread Cookies
Carriage House Cookies Organic Edible Pressed Flower Shortbread Cookies are absolutely gorgeous and they taste amazing! My mom and I LOVE these. Each cookie has a shelf life- 2-3 weeks. When you order a set for mom you will receive an assortment of a dozen gorgeously colored cookies with floral and greens. Your assortment will include any of the following edible flowers and herbs: Nasturtiums, Chrysanthemum, Pansy, Dandelion, Marigold, Lavendar, Begonia, Fuschia, Daisy, Rosemary, Lemon Thyme, Lilac, and many more depending on the season.
49High Camp Gardenias
This is one of the most luxurious and beautiful gifts you can give to your mother, grandmother, or mother-in-law. This particular box is a nest of cut-to-order loose gardenia blooms surrounded by two dozen budding “vine” gardenias on 8-10 inch stems that arrive overnight in luxury gift box packaging.
50Fresh Rainbow Ranunculus
This vibrant ranunculus bouquet overflows with 80 blooms in a spectrum of bright hues. It will absolutely bring a smile to your mom’s face on Mother’s Day! P.S. the vase is not included.
51Ponderosa & Thyme Online Floral Workshops
Ponderosa & Thyme is an extraordinary resource for floral workshops! They do in-person workshops but, in today’s climate, they are offering a wonderful collection of online floral design workshops. If your mom would like to enhance for floral skills, then this is an inspired gift option!
52Terrain Eucalyptus + Strawflower Wreath
Help your mom brighten her front door with this gorgeous floral wreath! It is a delicate mix of dried and preserved eucalyptus, ammobium, strawflower, and globe amaranthus, which gives this circlet a wild, natural feel.
53Terrain Long Floral Garden Gloves
So many of us are perfecting our skills and doing DIY projects at home like gardening. These adorable adjustable gardening gloves, in an extra long length to protect arms from scratches and dirt, are finished in a bright floral print and synthetic leather palm. So cute for the mom who is inspired by her garden!
54Terrain Floral Garden Apron
Pair this apron with the matching gardening gloves for a complete Mother’s Day gift for the gardening mom. In a cheerful floral print, this half apron will help keep your mom’s clothes protected in the garden.
I hope this guide gives you some guidance and inspired ideas for what to gift your beloved moms. Or cherished mom friends this year for Mother’s Day! It’s a special day. So let’s be sure to mark it this year with lots of joy, love, and laughter. xx
These are such great picks for Mother’s Day! Love them all Jillian.
Thank you so much Jessica!! It brings such a big smile to my face to read your comment!! Happy Mother’s Day weekend! xx
These are such amazing picks!
Thank you so much Rachel!! Means to much to hear that! I hope you found something special!! xx