Whether you’re near or far, it’s easy to show your Mom just how special and loved she is on Mother’s Day (that’s Sunday, May 11, so mark it to your calendars now … and get those orders in ASAP!). To make finding the best presents as simple as possible, we scoured the sites and shops to find thoughtful and special gifts for every type of mom — from the reader to the traveler to the coffee lover! Scroll down the list to see our sure-to-impress picks.
Ripple Scent Diffuser.
Each of the six handblown crystal glass bottles houses a luxurious floral scent, including gardenia (green), orange blossom (orange) and wild berry (blue), and the fragrance will last up to three months. $50; therippleco.com
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds.
Along with strong sound quality, excellent battery life and active noise-canceling, each pair comes with a fit kit of small, medium and large earpieces so they stay snugly and comfortably in place. Available in black, smoky white and lilac. $179; bose.com
Cotton Clara Mini Cross-Stitch Kits.
Whether your Mom is a master crafter or simply a beginner stitcher, she will adore the easy-to-follow instructions and playful designs — from cute animals to cheeky phrases to her favorite comfort foods. $16 and up; cottonclara.com
Urbanstems The Firecracker Bouquet. Urbanstems
This lush bouquet filled with orange and yellow roses, thistle and craspedia arrives prearranged. All Mom has to do is trim the ends and place the flowers in water. You can double or even triple the number of flowers to really brighten your her day. $70; urbanstems.com
Ranavat Spiritual Awakening.
The spicy, floral fragrance mixes top notes of sandalwood and jasmine with vetiver and saffron to create a scent that’s rich, warm and unforgettable. $45 and up; ranavat.com
De’Longhi Linea Classic Espresso Machine.
Raise your Mom’s coffee bar game! The sleek, easy-to-use machine can make rich espressos, frothy lattes and even espresso martinis (!) with just a touch of a button. Plus, she can pre-set her favorite drinks so they’re ready to go whenever she needs the pick-me-up. $194; target.com
Away Softside Suitcasee.
Send her traveling in style! This soft suitcase in new plum purple is made from tear- and water-resistant nylon and can fit more than a hard-shell bag when expanded. It stands up to the elements without staining and can fit snugly inside standard overhead bins. $225; awaytravel.com
Good Karmal Caramel Gift Boxes.
Each soft, buttery caramel — in vanilla, sea salt, and chocolate sea salt flavors — comes wrapped with a positive note. Pick the gift box that’s right for your Mom (whether she’s the ultimate queen or the world’s best cat mom!) and choose from assortments ranging from 5 to 60 pieces. $15 and up; goodkarmal.com
Kindle Colorsoft E-Reader.
Like the original Kindle, this new e-reader is lightweight with a backlit e-ink screen to prevent eye strain — but the latest edition now allows Mom to see book covers and read magazines with photos in full color. $280; amazon.com
Crate & Barrel Monogrammed Serving Boards.
Mango wood and white marble are elegantly fused together by an oversize inlaid brass letter. It’s ideal for serving charcuterie or for elegantly displaying in the kitchen. $50; crateandbarrel.com
Japanese Ramen Bowls.
Handmade by artisans in Japan, the generously sized pieces come in more than 20 beautiful designs — and are ideal for serving everything from noodles to salad to dessert. Plus, the bowls are dishwasher- and microwave-safe. $29 and up; jocgoods.com
Aura Digital Frame.
The super-sharp 12″ high-definition display with paper-textured matting may look like a traditional frame but is packed with modern digital technology — including the ability to add text captions to photos and videos. $229; auraframes.com
Anthropologie Bubble Letter Monogram Necklace.
Initial necklaces are one of the biggest jewelry trends of the moment — and these puffy pendants are the style of the season. $48; anthropologie.com
Vahdam Taj Mahal Tea Box.
The box includes eight fragrant blends from India, including sweet cinnamon masala chai and Darjeeling summer black tea. $35; vahdam.com
Moft Snap Phone Tripod Stand.
Your Mom can take hands-free photos and video calls anytime. Attached to the back of a phone, it raises the camera up to eight inches high and tilts forward and backward at different angles. $40; moft.us
