The 45 Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts
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Way to go; you nearly forgot! The one day dedicated to the woman who carried you, raised you, and continues to stay up all night worrying about you ... and you forgot. Yes, Mother’s Day is almost here (it’s Sunday, May 12, if you’re really lost) and you need a gift for Mom. But no more sulking. The days, hours, or minutes are ticking down, and you’ve got to think of something fast. If you don’t, you’ll be thrown to the bottom of the sibling power rankings.
Lucky for you, there are plenty of useful last-minute gifts. (Perhaps one so unique and great it’ll hide the fact you did it on a time crunch at all.) So read on for Mother’s Day gifts for Mom you can get quick shipping on, as well as subscription boxes, virtual goodies, and gift cards you can send to her ASAP. Among these 45 last-minute Mother’s Day gifts is something she’ll genuinely appreciate.
Journey the World Subscription
Set her up with this monthly subscription for international gourmet delicacies from places like Morocco, Italy, and Argentina.
Journey the World Subscription
trytheworld.com
$39.00
Assorted Tea Bag Sampler
If she’s a tea drinker, you can’t go wrong with a Vahdam sampler box. Its flavorful teas are freshly sourced from India, as well as ethical and fair-trade.
Assorted Tea Bag Sampler
amazon.com
$19.99
Uncommon Virtual Learning Experience
Flower arranging, truffle making, tarot reading, cocktail mixing, et cetera, et cetera.... Can she master it all?
Uncommon Virtual Learning Experience
uncommongoods.com
NYC Assortment, 4 Pack
New Yorkers brag about these cookies on a near-daily basis, so if you can’t swing a flight for mom out to the Big Apple, get her a four-pack of these instead.
NYC Assortment, 4 Pack
levainbakery.com
$29.00
Cole Brown and Natalie Johnson Black Love Letters
This anthology of heartwarming letters, beautifully illustrated by Natalie Johnson, is a gift your mom will cherish.
Cole Brown and Natalie Johnson Black Love Letters
amazon.com
$15.61
Moët Impérial Brut Champagne
When in doubt, get her something that bubbles. You can't go wrong with a bottle of Moët & Chandon. Just don't hog the good stuff.
Moët Impérial Brut Champagne
$61.00
Press-On Nails
If you can't make it to the salon with her, bring the experience to her. These press-on nails make manicures instant.
Press-On Nails
amazon.com
$4.49
Hand Towel Set
Gifting luxury hand towels is something that sounds lame until you experience it for yourself. The best addition to this present? Clearing the table and doing the dishes for mom.
Hand Towel Set
$80.00
Frayme Veuve Clicquot Bucket Bag
For the fashion-forward mom, this Stella McCartney bucket bag is made of faux leather derived from grape waste from Veuve Cliquot's vineyards. Add a bottle of champagne to make this the perfect gift.
Frayme Veuve Clicquot Bucket Bag
stellamccartney.com
$1895.00
GG Marmont 2015 Re-Edition Wide Belt
She deserves all the finer things in life, starting with this Gucci belt.
GG Marmont 2015 Re-Edition Wide Belt
gucci.com
$520.00
Mother's Day Dessert Sampler Pack
For the mom with a sweet tooth, gift her this pack of Magnolia Bakery's greatest hits. If she loves it, follow up with the brand's subscription delivery service, and you'll always be her favorite child.
Mother's Day Dessert Sampler Pack
$65.00
Initial Charm Necklace
Add your first initial to this necklace gift for mom. Not only is it a thoughtful and sweet present, but your siblings with writhe with jealousy at not being represented.
Initial Charm Necklace
maisonmiru.com
$175.00
La Vie Est Belle Eau de Parfum
Get her a perfume that's as beautiful as she is. With notes of vanilla and iris, it's a sweet, floral scent you'll come to associate with her.
La Vie Est Belle Eau de Parfum
amazon.com
$85.00
Arizona Big Buckle Slide Sandals
Your mom has probably been wearing her same Birkenstocks since you were in diapers. Get her a new pair to thank her for all those years she spent running after you.
Arizona Big Buckle Slide Sandals
nordstrom.com
$170.00
Limited Edition Airwrap Multi Styler
She might not be on TikTok, but even your mom probably knows what a great gift this is. Whether she's low maintenance or a glamazon, she'll love this rose gold Airwrap.
Limited Edition Airwrap Multi Styler
sephora.com
$599.00
Quencher H2.0 FlowState Stainless Steel Tumbler
Whether she believes in drinking a ton of water, iced coffee on her way to work, or a gigantic smoothie after yoga, the Stanley tumbler is a great gift for mom. She took care of you, and now it's your turn: Make sure she stays hydrated!
Quencher H2.0 FlowState Stainless Steel Tumbler
amazon.com
$35.00
Club Subscription
A wine gift box is easy. But just paying for mom's handpicked wine subscription? A million times easier. Firstleaf offers both.
Club Subscription
firstleaf.com
$44.95
Royal California White Sturgeon Caviar
Nothing saves the day like nationwide overnight shipping on caviar.
Royal California White Sturgeon Caviar
thecaviarco.com
$190.00
Gift Card
It's better to sit out of mom's beauty and skincare routine. You never know what'll irritate her skin, or which products are preferred. Hence, a gift card.
Gift Card
amazon.com
$25.00
Email Delivery Gift Card
"Take a trip Mom. It's on me," you say, having purchased this Airbnb gift card minutes before you FaceTimed her.
Email Delivery Gift Card
target.com
$250.00
Subscription
Just a standard audiobook service, except Libro.fm gives you the option to support a local bookstore of your choosing. Mom can send dollars to her local favorite while enjoying the on-the-go convenience of audiobooks.
Subscription
libro.fm
$15.00
Fitness Subscription
She loves to workout, but never finds the time. An AloMoves subscription gives her access to thousands of yoga, fitness (such as Barre, Pilates, and HIIT workouts), and mindfulness classes right on her phone.
Fitness Subscription
alomoves.com
$77.94
Cloud Cotton Robe
No need to overthink this one. It's a robe from the cult favorite brand Parachute that feels like being wrapped up in a cloud.
Cloud Cotton Robe
parachutehome.com
$109.00
Waterproof Clog
Mom need a new gardening shoe? No need to get anything other than a Hunter clog. Their infinitely more sophisticated than Croc's, but you can still get them next-day delivered.
Waterproof Clog
amazon.com
$69.99
Figuier (Fig Tree) Candle
If there's a Diptyque location in her city, you can get a gift wrapped candle delivered that same day. But please don't try same-day delivery on Mother's day, do the Friday before.
Figuier (Fig Tree) Candle
diptyqueparis.com
$110.00
100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
It's great for her hair and skin, and it gives her a bit of luxury when she lays her head down at night. Oh! And it's next-day delivery.
100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
amazon.com
$15.99
Fragrance Subscription
Every month, Scentbird sends a new designer fragrance so mom can experiment with different scents, and maybe branch out from Chanel No. 5.
Fragrance Subscription
scentbird.com
$44.00
Temperature Control Smart Mug 2
Trust us, she'll love it.
Temperature Control Smart Mug 2
amazon.com
$123.49
Eco Dreamiest Short-sleeve Pajama Set
J. Crew's pajama set is a classic choice, made for ultimate summer-sleeping comfort.
Eco Dreamiest Short-sleeve Pajama Set
jcrew.com
$74.99
Subscription Box
FabFitFun packs loads of cool products covering wellness, beauty, and home into its boxes, so she'll always have something new and fun to try out.
Subscription Box
fabfitfun.com
$100.00
Interior Design Consultation
More than just a service, Havenly will set her up with a designer who'll help her revamp a room with new concept, custom layout, decor ideas, and furniture selections. It's a whole experience.
Interior Design Consultation
havenly.com
$159.00
TheraGun Elite Percussive Massage Gun
It will conveniently massage any and all of her aches and pains away.
TheraGun Elite Percussive Massage Gun
amazon.com
$299.99
All Access Pass
MasterClass gives her a year of access to curated courses in everything from singing to filmmaking to gardening, taught by the experts who got their fame doing it. Annie Leibovitz, Robin Roberts, Serena Williams, and Jane Goodall are just a few of the pros who designed their own cirriculum.
All Access Pass
masterclass.com
$180.00
Digital Gift Card
She can hunt for dried botanicals, terra cotta planters, alpaca throws, and other accent pieces from The Sill, which takes its decor inspiration from nature.
Digital Gift Card
thesill.com
$140.00
Fit Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Lo and behold, the AirPods slayer, with better fit, better ANC, better stats, better battery life, and better sound.
Fit Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds
amazon.com
$199.00
Gourmet Hot Sauce Best Seller Pack
So she can challenge the Scoville scale every time the meal bell is rung.
Gourmet Hot Sauce Best Seller Pack
amazon.com
$52.49
Subscription
Stitch Fix sets mom up with a stylist who sends her clothing through the mail, basically doing the shopping for her. What mom likes, she can buy and keep. What she hates, she can send back.
Subscription
stitchfix.com
$20.00
Monthly Marshmallow Subscription
If she always unwinds the day with a little treat, a monthly box of marshmallows and graham crackers for making s'mores will make that an experience.
Monthly Marshmallow Subscription
cratejoy.com
$26.99
Women's Sock of the Month Club
Socks game is for everyone, moms included. These snug socks with punny jokes will make her look forward to opening the mailbox again.
Women's Sock of the Month Club
sayitwithasock.com
$12.99
Jessica Furry Cross Band Slide Slipper
Furry sandal slippers are any stylish mom's dream, perfect for wearing around the house but not so fuzzy she'll overheat.
Jessica Furry Cross Band Slide Slipper
amazon.com
$27.00
Beauty Subscription Box
Give her a monthly goodie box of new makeup and skincare products from Birchbox.
Beauty Subscription Box
birchbox.com
$45.00
Max Streaming Subscription
Some of the best, most talked-up shows and movies are on HBO Max—oldies and new releases, too. Get her a log-in so she can stream.
Max Streaming Subscription
hbomax.com
$9.99
The Clean Silk Short-Sleeve Square Shirt
Summery silk is a no-brainer. Everlane's take on a short-sleeve top will fit right into your mom's wardrobe.
The Clean Silk Short-Sleeve Square Shirt
everlane.com
$140.00
The Best Gift Bundle
These packets of vanilla, salted caramel, churro, and classic Vietnamese coffee will spice up her morning pour over to a barista-level quality.
The Best Gift Bundle
coppercowcoffee.com
$65.00
Large Le Pliage Tote
Everything she could possibly need for a day out will fit into this stylish, durable bag and its many interior pockets.
Large Le Pliage Tote
nordstrom.com
$155.00
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