Things Our Moms Are Buying That Would Make Great Mother’s Day Gifts

Organized suitcases for the win. One mom claimed that this set is the best thing that’s ever happened to her (besides her kids, of course). It comes with three zippered mesh packing cubes of varying sizes and a mesh laundry bag. This set is ultra-spacious and covered in Rifle Paper Co.’s classic peacock botanical print. The best part? The handles that make them easy to grab. ($54, Rifle Paper Co.)

Fun fact: These eye-catching stemless glasses are handblown by artisans in Poland and inspired by the maker’s grandmother (who had an affinity for picking up colored glassware at antique shops). This set of two comes in seven pastel jewel tones. And even if your mom doesn’t drink, she can use them for nonalcoholic options or as bud vases. ($75/set of two, Nordstrom)

And yes, this one is giant. So giant in fact, that she can reuse the vessel as a vase once it’s done burning. This candle from Baobab Collection is one editor’s mom’s go-to ask for gifts. It has notes of leather, tuberose, and berries — perfect for those who love a cozy, yet fresh home fragrance. Talk about the ultimate luxury for both a candle and flower lover. Psst…if you’re looking for a less-expensive alternative for a giant candle, check this one out. ($150, Neiman Marcus)

If there’s anyone that deserves daily R&R, it’s mom and this device from Loftie provides just that. It has gentle alarms, sounds to help her wind down, a Bluetooth speaker (in case she wants to play any guided meditations), and a nightlight for reading. It has over 100 tracks she can select, from sound baths and nature sounds to white noise. She’ll wake up refreshed from its dual-phase alarm and the ability to have a phone-free bedroom. We’re starting to think we need this too. ($149.99, Amazon)

For all the skincare obsessed moms out there, check out this serum from Medik8. It’s packed with peptides to help with fine lines, wrinkles, texture, elasticity, and hydration. To use, apply six drops to the face morning and night after cleansing. Give it a second to absorb into the skin and follow up with moisturizer. Customers rave that only after seven days, they see a difference in their skin texture and complexion. Magic in a bottle. ($64, Medik8)

This robe is made of Turkish cotton, so you know it’s going to get even softer with every wash. Pick from 12 different prints and colors, and pair with the matching towels for the ultimate gift. If your mother figure is between sizes, the brand suggests sizing up. Perfect for nights on the couch. ($84.15+, Brooklinen)

PSA: Here’s another great gift for the skincare obsessed mom – you might want to steal this one from her. You know the annoying feeling of washing your face over the sink and dealing with water dripping down your arms and onto your sleeves? This handy set gets rid of that issue entirely. In it, she’ll get two headbands and four wristbands made of a towel-like material. Anytime she wants to wash her face outside of the shower or do an extensive skincare routine, the headband will keep her hair dry and out of her face, and the wristbands will absorb any excess water to prevent them from running down her arms. ($8.99/6-pack, Amazon)

Our Commerce Director’s mom swears by this for extra pearly whites. So if strips and trays are something your mom isn’t into, she should give this a try. All she has to do is add this hydrogen peroxide-formulated gel to her toothbrush along with her toothpaste. Brush as usual every day, twice a day for two minutes. Customers note that they see results in about 30 days. ($60, Amazon)

Our Senior Editor’s jetsetting mom raves about this pair of sneakers. They have a retro feel thanks to the leather detailing and chic color combination. And because they have a base of white, they’ll go with just about anything. Because of how sleek and flexible they are, they also pack easily. ($109, Kicks Crew)

Skimm’rs can’t get enough of this product and one editor’s mom can’t either. Say ‘hello’ to the new necessity that is nail concealer: a neutral, sheer base that requires no top coat. It’ll brighten and heal her nails while neutralizing discoloration, thanks to its botanical oils. Perfect for when she’s taking a break between gel manicures. ($20, Amazon)