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35 Gorgeous Gifts For Mom

by Corinne Caputo

Dec. 13, 2015

There are plenty of gifts to half ass this holiday season, but mom's shouldn't be one of them. While the challenge to find the perfect gifts for mom can seem insurmountable, I believe it can be done. Of course I have yet to accomplish this myself, but I have faith that this year might be the first one where I don't immediately offer to return my mother's gift upon her opening it.

Moms are skilled at the art of not asking for what they really want for the holidays, and they are equally skilled at loving you no matter how bad of a gift you give them. These two skills combine into the perfect stress I have affectionately dubbed the "WHAT THE HECK DO WE GET MOM FOR CHRISTMAS?!" conundrum.

For starters, avoid a spa gift certificate. Those are nice, sure, but now mom has to go make the appointment herself, which is half the work and probably not relaxing at all. Also avoid any kind of sweater. Sweaters are also nice, but there's no real love being shown when you gift someone a sweater. A sweater is a lame gift. You can quote me on that.

Take a look through these 30 gifts that your mom might love, and happy gifting.

1. Mama Bear T-shirt

This cute tee works for new moms and old ones alike.

Mama bear shirt, $18, etsy.com

2. Home Is Where My Mom Is Mug

Whether your mom is near or far, home is where she is.

Home Mom Mug, $17, etsy.com

3. Complete Spa Gift Box

Bring the spa to mom with this complete gift box.

Spa Gift, $29, etsy.com

4. Love Birds Necklace

This necklace is customizable for however many little birds there may be.

Love bird necklace, $27, etsy.com

5. Row Boat Serving Bowl

For the mom who wants a house by the water, and loves salad.

Row Boat serving bowl, $65, uncommongoods.com

6. Succulent Living Wall Planter

These plants are low maintenance, and add a lot of life wherever you hang them.

Succulent wall planter, $110, uncommongoods.com

7. New Sheets

Mom can always use a fresh set of sheets — and Casper's new line is soft and super breathable, which means an amazing night's sleep is right around the corner for your mom.

Twin $150; Twin XL $160; Full $170; Queen $180; King $200; California King $200, Casper.com

8. Tapestry Notebook

Mom should take her notes in a notebook as beautiful as she is.

Tapestry notebook, $15, riflepaperco.com

9. Bobbi Brown Makeup Set

If mom isn't one to treat herself, she is sure to love this complete make-up set.

Bobbi Brown Makeup Set, $118, sephora.com

10. Smart Battery iPhone Charging Case

Make sure mom is never without charge ever again. The Apple Smart Battery iPhone charging case will help her battery last way longer than usual.

Smart Battery iPhone Charging Case, $99, Apple

11. Parenthood Listography

Moms love to reflect on what it was like to raise a child, which is why this listography is perfect.

Parenthood listography, $16.95, chroniclebooks.com

12. Raised Bloom Pie Pan

These raised bloom kitchen products are stunning. Mom's baking has never looked so nice.

Raised bloom pie pan, $36, anthropologie.com

13. Custom Pet Pillow

For the mom who loves her pets (almost) more than her children.

Custom pet pillow, $58, brit.co

14. Sleep Mask

Because mama needs her beauty rest, and because these luxurious-feeling sleep masks are just too freaking cute not to buy.

Sleep mask, $36, temperowe.com

15. Cartography of Kitchenware Apron

For the mom who loves to cook, finally an apron with a map of the kitchen.

Apron, $30, popchartlab.com

16. Coffee and Tea Calendar

This beautiful calendar highlights a coffee or tea from around the world each month with an original illustration from artist Anna Bond.

Coffee and tea calendar, $18, riflepaperco.com

17. The Transport Tote

You can't go wrong with a classic leather tote.

Tote bag, $168, madewell.com

18. Skullcandy Knockout Headphones

Mom definitely deserves a little peace and quiet, and these pretty headphones from Skullcandy are the most perfect way to help her tune the world out. They're specifically designed with women's ears in mind.

Skullcandy Knockout headphones, $99, skullcandy.com