‘Tis the season to buy your mom a nice gift. I know, gifts for moms are tough—especially if you happen to have a picky one like I do. (I say that with love, mom!)
Even if your mom isn’t particular about her gifts, you still want to get her something she’ll love; I find that the best way to buy a gift is to always think about it from a practical perspective. Will she truly use this item often? Of course, you don’t want to just get her a pair of socks and call it a day (though, it depends on the socks)—so my next question is, in addition to its usefulness, is the gift actually exciting?
Below, I rounded up 10 gifts from Amazon that are sensible and likely to elicit a little “ooh” once unwrapped. The best part? Prices start at just $7.
- Genius Stocking Stuffer: Kelofon Travel Jewelry Case, $7
- Oprah’s Favorite Glasses: Peepers Oversized Blue Light Reading Glasses, $32
- My 65-Year-Old Mom’s Anti-Wrinkle Secret: True Botanicals Chebula Active Serum, $90
- Sleek and Practical: Crz Yoga Fleece Lined Leggings, $30
- Leaves Mature Skin “Flawless”: Laura Geller Baked Balance-n-Brighten Powder Foundation, $31
- Crowd-Pleaser: Vera Bradley Premium Cotton Small Hathaway Tote, $50 (Originally $80)
- Winter Boots With Sneaker Comfort: Nortiv 8 Waterproof Winter Boots, $32 (Originally $60)
- My Dad’s Go-To Present: Tocca Wonders Collection Mini Perfume Gift Set, $34
- $1,450 Value (Yes, Really): Saks 5th Avenue Holiday Advent Calendar, $325
- Cozy Gift: Columbia Cloud Point Long Fleece, $100
Kelofon Travel Jewelry Case
Amazon
Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer (or white elephant gift)? You can’t miss with a travel jewelry case. Not only is it a smart gift, but it’s a little unexpected. Amazon has many jewelry cases to choose from (including this under-$20 Oprah-favorite pick), but shoppers are keen on this $6 find that’s “durable” and expensive-looking.
Peepers Oversized Blue Light Reading Glasses
Amazon
Oprah has included Peepers’ chic reading glasses on her Favorite Things list for years. They just made the cut again, because they’re that good. My boyfriend’s mom recently got a pair, and I recognized them immediately thanks to their flattering yet bold design. Do your mom a favor and upgrade her $10 drugstore readers—trust me.
True Botanicals Chebula Active Serum
Amazon
My mom has really good skin at 65. Yes, it’s partly due to genetics, but it’s also thanks to her lifelong loyalty to always having a really good skin care routine. She’s been using the True Botanicals Chebula Active Serum for the last couple of years, and her complexion is plumper (and softer) than ever. It’s a luxury at $90, but one well worth the money.
Crz Yoga Fleece-Lined Leggings
Amazon
My mom and I wouldn’t survive fall and winter without fleece-lined leggings. (Dramatic, but true.) Last year I upgraded our collection with these incredibly sleek Crz Yoga leggings that have just the right amount of shine. They’ll make you look put together, even while wearing a sweatshirt and Ugg boots.
Laura Geller Baked Balance-n-Brighten Powder Foundation
Amazon
There’s a reason celebrities like Fran Drescher and Oprah swear by Laura Geller—its formulas apply beautifully, and are especially effective on mature skin. The brand’s baked foundation is a best-seller with nearly 38,000 five-star ratings for a reason: it doesn’t settle into wrinkles and leaves skin looking flawless.
Vera Bradley Premium Cotton Small Hathaway Tote
Amazon
I feel like we’ve all been sleeping on Vera Bradley, and it’s time to wake up. The brand has become a recent go-to of mine for gifts over the last year; I mean, just look at this tote bag. It’s pretty, practical, and good quality. Not to mention, Vera Bradley loves a matchy-matchy situation: you’ll often find a collection of items with the same print to make a little set. Sneak in this matching plush blanket and wallet into the bag, and you’ve got yourself a holiday hit.
Nortiv 8 Waterproof Winter Boots
Amazon
My mom’s hunt for supportive shoes is endless, so this year I’ve got my eye on these lightweight winter boots to put under her tree. Nortiv 8 is an Amazon-favorite brand for its extremely cushy sneakers (many people compare them to Hoka), and the brand injected its sneaker-like comfort in these warm, waterproof boots. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that they’re nearly half-off right now.
Tocca Wonders Collection Mini Perfume Gift Set
Amazon
Fragrance is definitely personal, but if your mom happens to be a perfume gal who loves a compliment, you can’t go wrong with Tocca’s lineup. My dad has been gifting my mom Tocca perfumes for years, and she somehow never gets tired of them. Let her sample some of its top sellers with this gift set that includes Florence, a gardenia-heavy floral scent inspired by Paris, Lucia, a bright scent with juicy fig and lemon notes (my personal favorite), and Laila, a delightful, warm gourmand scent perfect for winter.
Saks 5th Avenue Holiday Advent Calendar
Amazon
If your mom’s a little bougie, may I direct you to this Saks 5th Avenue Advent Calendar, which is filled with little luxuries valued up to $1,450—but only costs $325. Featuring brands like Augustinus Bader, Sisley Paris, and Le Labo, I can’t think of a better has-everything-she-needs-and-more gift.
Columbia Cloud Point Long Fleece
Amazon
I recently bought myself a blanket-like fleece jacket from Columbia that I absolutely adore. To be honest, I kind of forgot about Columbia, but I’m happy it’s back on my radar—it has a plethora of cozy, perfect-for-mom gifts. Take for instance this hybrid fleece that features nylon quilting on the chest and arms; it’s warm, chic, and comes in four gorgeous colors.
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