The hit-list ahead is filled with a bunch of pre-vetted crowdpleasers that we've broken down across best-of Mother's Day categories. There's every top-bought gift variety from last-minute gift cards to luxury satin robes and deliveries of freshly made strawberry shortcakes to blooming bouquets. Traipse on to discover which of these winning buys will be the one that makes your mom's day on May 9.
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Most Wanted Last-Minute Gifts
Masterclass
The top seller and best Mother's Day gift from our Last-Minute gift round-up of 2020, was Masterclass. Even if you're lucky enough to see your mom in person this year, you can still gift her some one-on-one time with industry leaders across all categories with the MasterClass All-Access One-Year Pass.
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Masterclass All-Access Pass, $, available at MasterClass
Birchbox 3-Month Subscription Gift Card
Another fan favorite Mother's Day gift was this Birchbox preloaded with a 3-month subscription to whichever box of beauty treasure your mom desires whenever she wants. UPS Ground shipping will cost you $7 for the physical card, but the delivery is guaranteed to make it to mom before May 9.
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Birchbox 3-Month Subscription Gift Card, $, available at Birchbox
Group Greeting Digital Card
OK, so this one is not technically a reader favorite yet, but rather popular with the R29 edit team. If you're running really late or want to add a group card from the whole crew along with that special gift, Group Greeting offers the perfect solution. For a small fee and some optional add-ons like digital confetti, you can get everyone in the fam to sign a card and then schedule it out for delivery on Mother's Day.
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Group Greeting Digital Group Greeting Card, $, available at Group Greeting
Brookstone PhotoShare Friends and Family Cloud Frame
BB&B has expedited shipping for all of our procrastinator pals and offers tons of meaningful gifts like this Brookstone digital photo frame. Also, make sure to dig up your handy dandy 20% off coupons to snag a great deal on your great presents for mom.
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Brookstone PhotoShare Friends and Family Cloud Frame, $, available at Bed Bath & Beyond
Most Wanted Flower Delivery Gift
From You Flowers One Dozen Rainbow Roses
We know (and love) the three Mother's Day flower delivery giants: 1-800-Flowers, Bloomscape, and Bouqs, but surprisingly, this underdog retailer from our 2020 round-up blew them out of the water. From You Flowers comes through with the heartwarming classics at an affordable price. And they even offer same-day delivery.
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From You Flowers One Dozen Rainbow Roses, $, available at From You Flowers
Bouqs
Not only are Bouqs bouquets a crowd-pleaser, but there's also time to have them delivered by Mother's Day (we recommend ordering early but shipments aren't nearly as backed-up as last year's). Subscribers get 30% off and first-time customers get a 20% off deal.
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Bouqs Rainbow Tulip Mix, $, available at Bouqs
Urbanstems The Firecracker
Urbanstems has showstopping flower arrangments in nearly every color like this aptly named bestselling bouquet.
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Urban Stems The Firecracker, $, available at Urban Stems
Most Wanted Plant Gifts
KelsSucculentShop 6" Burros Tail Succulent
These zany succulents are super low maintenance and make great long-lasting gifts. Although indoor greenery can sometimes lack in the grandeur department, you can never really go wrong with giving mom a loving plant pal that sticks around way past Mother's Day.
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KelsSucculentShop 6" Burros Tail Succulent, $, available at Etsy
Bouqs Hoya Heart Succulent
This duo of heart-shaped succulents comes planted in sleek concrete pots and will serve as a sweet little reminder to mom of just how much you love her. The plants' tiny but mighty charms made them a bestseller last year and they're back to rise to the top for Mother's Day 2021.
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Bouqs Hoya Hearts, $, available at Bouqs
Urban Stems The Cathy
You can place a low-maintenance Airplant wherever your heart desires — in this case, an adorable painted-face ceramic pot — and just tell mom to give it a quick water-mist two to three times per week.
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Urban Stems The Cathy, $, available at Urban Stems
Most Wanted Wine Gifts
Winc Monthly Wine Subscription
We wouldn't be surprised to hear that wine consumption spiked at the beginning of the pandemic, so we're also not shocked that wine gifts came in third on our best Mother's Day gift guide charts. This all-encompassing wine subscription from Winc delivers four bottles, personalized by her palate preferences, directly to her doorstep.
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Winc Monthly Wine Subscription, 4-Bottle Box, $, available at Winc
Firstleaf West Coast Favorites Mixed Bundle
Firstleaf came in second last year with the retailer's handpicked wine selections. Nothing says, "love you mom" like a fresh West Coast wine bundle equipped with 12 Award-Winning bottles. Cheers to Mother's Day.
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Firstleaf West Coast Favorites Mixed Bundle, $, available at Firstleaf
Üllo Wine Purifier + Decanter
And our 2020 Mother's Day wine bronze medal goes to this wine decanter by the Chicago-based start-up, Üllo. This gasp-worthy device pours a purified glass of sulfate-free, aroma-rich, and opened up wine that rival's a 5-star restaurant.
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Üllo Üllo Wine Purifier + Decanter, $, available at Verishop
Most Wanted Dessert Gift
Milk Bar Strawberry Shortcake Cake
Milk Bar is a favorite among R29 shoppers AND the R29 shopping team. Just like last year, Christina Tosi's NYC dessert shop is selling this limited edition Strawberry Shortcake Cake in honor of motherhood and giving free shipping on orders over $80.
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Milk Bar Strawberry Shortcake Cake, $, available at Milk Bar
Goldbelly
In 2020, Goldbelly was our second most coveted dessert retailer thanks to its alluring "Unique & Gorgeous Food Gifts" page. This year, maybe mom's craving a little bit of variety and would light up after opening up a box of artisanal mini pie hearts. We know we would.
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Emporium Pies Mother's Day Mini Heart Pie Gift Box, $, available at Goldbelly
David's Cookies
If we had to send the Cookie Monster to one place on this list, it would be David's Cookies. Every cookie (Chocolate Chunk, Peanut Butter, Cherry White, etc.) is whipped up from traditional recipes and is baked to order on the same exact day they are shipped out to customers. So, go ahead and rest easy knowing your mom will open her door to fresh cookies, cheesecakes, brownies, and more.
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David's Cookies Happy Mother's Day Assorted Cookie Tin, $, available at David's Cookies
Most Wanted Luxury Gifts
Lunya Washable Silk Robe
Being a mom is a full-time job that does not come with paid vacation, so if you've got an urge to splurge on a great Mother's Day gift idea, we say go for it. Give your mom a break and a good night's rest with our luxe gift guide's hottest pick: Lunya's 100% silk robe that she can throw in the washer when it's time to get back to business.
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Lunya Washable Silk Robe, $, available at Lunya
La Mer The Mini Miracle Broth™ Introductory Glow Set
A true life of luxury calls for high-priced but worth-it skincare. Say hello to La Mer's limited-edition set of skincare must-haves for Mother's Day 2021.
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La Mer The Mini Miracle Broth™ Introductory Glow Set, $, available at Nordstrom
Naked Cashmere The Cashmere Home Set
What was once bought for a mom at home can now be bought for a mom on the go in a plane, on a road trip, or wherever she wants to travel in 2021. This cashmere bundle is pricey but worth every cozy penny.
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Naked Cashmere The Cashmere Home Set, $, available at Naked Cashmere
Most Wanted Cheap Gifts
Rifle Paper Co. Garden Party Monogram Mug
So your mom doesn't like her kid's dropping dollars on her, no problem. There are plenty of economical gifts around the web that give any luxury item a run for its money for way less. These Rifle Paper Co. x Anthropologie collab cups are under $20, monogrammed, and guaranteed to make her smile.
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Rifle Paper Co. Garden Party Monogram Mug, $, available at Anthropologie
Uncommon Goods Sunflower Garden Grow Kit
Since we know that your mom is a ray of sunshine, growing a batch of sunflowers will be a piece of cake for her. These aren't just any sunflowers, this DIY kit comes with an assortment of six different heirloom varieties that makes an extra special (and affordable) gift for mom.
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Uncommon Goods Sunflower Garden Grow Kit, $, available at Uncommon Goods
BZ BEE Crafts Custom Heart Resin Keychain
We're not 100% sure why these cute and colorful keychains were such a big hit last year, but we can guess it has something to do with their personal charm. Each heart is crafted from trendy resin colorways of your choice and will have mom thinking of you every time she reaches for her keys.
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BZ Bee Crafts Custom Heart Resin Keychain, $, available at Etsy
Most Wanted Long-Distance Gifts
Lo & Sons The Catalina Deluxe
Last year we wrote that this bag was, "an open invitation," for when she can visit again. This year for some, we can say "pack your bags!" Or, for those who are still keeping their distance, this is still a multi-purpose and useful gift for moms who like to road trip or take one too many items to the gym.
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Lo & Sons The Catalina Deluxe, $, available at Lo & Sons
Lovepop Lily Bloom Pop-Up Card
It's the ultimate gift for moms who, "really only wants a card and phone call." If this sounds familiar, ship her one of Lovepop's whimsical paper displays and watch her face light up over facetime.
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Love Pop Lily Bloom 3D card, $, available at Love Pop
Brooklinen Atlantic Robe
Even before COVID-19, long-distance presents existed to be a warm hug in your steed on mom's big day. Give her the gift of cozy with this breathable, jersey robe that feels like a second skin (and a tight squeeze).
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Brooklinen Atlantic Robe, $, available at Brooklinen
Most Wanted Gifts Trending Now
Homesick Thank You, Mom Candle
For those who don't look back, but only want to look forward, these are the gifts selling like hot cakes for 2021. The Thank You, Mom candle from Homesick comes in a lovely floral box and smells like "Freshly trimmed flowers on the kitchen table." And, you can make it personal with your very own message printed on the back.
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Homesick Thank You, Mom Candle, $, available at Homesick
Anthropologie Appoline Pitcher
This handmade stone vase has a texture similar to fresh homespun linen and each product has its own unique variation in appearance. Give your mom her flowers and water them with this floral stoneware, or pour her a nice glass of lemonade.
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Anthropologie Appoline Pitcher, $, available at Anthropologie
Dyson Airwrap
The Dyson Airwrap is an amazing present all year round. Just when we thought this luxury item couldn't get any fancier, Dyson introduced its special gift edition that includes a travel pouch and lovely presentation case. Go big or go home for Mother's Day this year, and hey, maybe mom will let you use it whenever you're in the neighborhood.
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Dyson Special Gift Edition Dyson Supersonic, $, available at Dyson
Dad Grass Mom Grass Hemp CBG Preroll 5-Pack
Mom Grass is a line of CBG-centric (Cannabigerol, a non-psychoactive cannabinoid) pre-rolled joints and flowers that takes the ritual of smoking a doobie with friends to new highs of NOT getting you too high. After 2020, it's no surprise that this relaxing pre-roll pack is a major bestseller and on its way to give hundreds of moms the chill pill they deserve.
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Dad Grass Mom Grass Hemp CBG Preroll 5 Pack, $, available at Dad Grass
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