Here’s What ELLE Editors Are Gifting Their Moms for Mother’s Day

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Moms are the best, aren’t they? I don’t need to dive into a laundry list of reasons why that woman—or any other motherly figure in your life—deserves a really good Mother’s Day gift. We know you’re currently contemplating gifts for moms; whether it’s for a mother-to-be or you’re investing in something special for grandma, nothing says “I love you” quite like a thoughtful present and some added quality time.

At ELLE, we love to celebrate the strong women who have brought us up in this world, and with Mother’s Day mere weeks away (FYI: it’s on May 14!), we’ve pulled together an editor-approved gift guide for all the fabulous moms out there. From luxurious Mother’s Day beauty gifts to practical items like a custom mug or a compost bin, see what we’re getting to celebrate our moms—including options from the moms on the team—below.

Dot Mug

“My mother’s great passion is gardening, and she has quite the green thumb, having recently received her Texas Master Gardener certification (regrettably, I don’t share her skills). This Mother’s Day, I’m thinking of commissioning two large planters for her from Rabbit Fish Ceramics in Auburn, Alabama. Their work is unique and will look beautiful filled with blooms on the terrace of her lake house, which is a stone’s throw from this wonderful local business.”—Naomi Rougeau, senior fashion editor

Lip Sleeping Mask - Berry

“Moms are busy. I love this lip mask by Laneige because it feels luxurious, makes my lips feel soft and smooth, and takes approximately 15 seconds to use.”—Erin Hobday, executive managing editor

Prosecco Brut Sparkling White Wine

“There’s something so sweet about toasting the moms in our lives with a bottle of bubbly. Even if my mom’s not a huge drinker, I know she’ll love pouring this into a delicate flute to enjoy a fancy moment dedicated to her.”—Dale Arden Chong, senior fashion commerce editor

Embellished Straw Sunhat

“My mother loves hats, and I think this one with a minimal and elegant elongated crown from Toteme is the perfect addition to her collection.”—Sarah Zendejas, senior fashion market editor

Mom Preserved Bundle

“Given that I’m a transplant from a faraway city, I don’t always get the chance to spend time with my mother for the spring holiday, so naturally, a floral delivery is always a good option. I personally love this one, which features preserved flowers and a fun, playful bracelet from Roxanne Assoulin. Flowers and jewelry? I know she’ll love it.”—Dale Arden Chong, senior fashion commerce editor

Cairo Eternal

“Considering she spent some of her formative years in Cairo, I plan to gift my mom this coffee table book that highlights everything from the city's pyramids to its famous bazaars.”—Claire Stern, digital deputy editor

ColAura Color Photo and Label Printer

“It’s not like a regular printer, it’s a cool printer—as in, it’s a mini photo and label printer. My mom loves to take photos with her phone, and this is perfect for printing out her camera roll. Not to mention, it’s amazing for when she’s sending out care packages, too (hint hint).”—Dale Arden Chong, senior fashion commerce editor

Meal Delivery Service

“This woman has always cooked—and worked—a lot. She deserves to take breakfast in bed. Specifically, baked eggs with lentils and sweet crepes with pears.”—Claire Stern, digital deputy editor

Women’s Round Mini Shoulder Bag

“My mother is the queen of no-fuss, hands-free crossbodies, and this viral bag from Uniqlo is the perfect fit for multitasking pros like her. It’s a mini, modern-day Mary Poppins purse that carries a lot more than it looks. The colorful styles don’t hurt either.”—Erica Gonzales, senior culture editor

Tickets to Shucked on Broadway

“Whenever my mom comes to the city, she demands to see some of the best of Broadway. Right now? I’d take her to Shucked, the self-proclaimed corny musical playing at the Nederlander Theatre. Set in the fictional town of Cobb County, whose only industry is corn and corn-based products, the story follows Maizy, who goes on a grand journey to save the town after their corn begins to die. It’s packed with funny one-liners and a vulgar script that would have my mom kneeled over. Shuck it and spoil your mom with a funny Mother’s Day treat.”—Samuel Maude, assistant to the editor-in-chief

Wine Subscription Service

“This Mother’s Day, I’m treating my mom to a wine subscription from Somm Select, which offers four different wines from around the globe monthly. It’s the best way to ensure her wine fridge is never empty, and she might find her new favorite bottle in the process!”—Kevin LeBlanc, fashion associate

Tatcha The Silk Serum

“My mom has never used a retinol or exfoliating acid in her life and still has skin that feels like a petal in a botanical garden. Her skin care secrets are constant vigilance from the sun, an ever-exhaustive skincare routine, plus, more recently, having a daughter who is a beauty editor. This new serum from Tatcha is great to gift moms and expectant moms because it uses a retinol alternative (you can’t use retinoid when you’re pregnant), and is creamy and super moisturizing. I like that it’s gentle enough to use morning and night, without drying or redness, and the brightening results from the brand’s clinical and in-vitro testing are really impressive.”—Kathleen Hou, beauty director

Spa Retreat in Marbella

“This is my dream Mother’s Day gift: a total 14-day reset at the Buchinger spa in Marbella, Spain.”—Alex White, fashion director

Bamboo Compost Bin

“My mom had been on the hunt for the best portable compost bin for urban environments, and this is the one I landed on for her present last year. It fits on a countertop, is about as design-y as this kind of item can be, has a charcoal filter, and is biodegradable. All of which earned me eco-friendly-mom brownie points. And now that the city has finally seen fit to finally bring composting to my neighborhood, I may be purchasing a second one for myself!”—Veronique Hyland, fashion features director

Women’s Champion Canvas Sneaker

“My mom is nothing if not consistently loyal. She grew up wearing Keds, and still wears them today. I’m also getting her a new pair because there’s almost nothing better.”—Claire Stern, digital deputy editor

Large Metro Tote Deluxe

“My mom’s been on the hunt for a tote bag to take with her on her travels, and I know she’s been eyeing this super lightweight, quilted number. I know this will absolutely be a Mother’s Day gift worth her time.”—Dale Arden Chong, senior fashion commerce editor

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