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Looking for the best gifts for mom for Christmas? As a mom myself, I can tell you what we really want. Not another mug. We want the nice thing we’d never buy for ourselves.
Here are 7 Christmas gifts for mom that she’ll actually use, wear and love.
The quick list
- For the mom who’s always cold: J.Crew Vintage Rollneck
- For the skincare lover: Preservationist Vitamin C
- For a little sparkle: MOMA’S EYE Pinky Ring
- For everyday gold: Simonetta Gold Bracelet
- For the mom on the go: Little Pouch Purse
- For the mom who loves to host: Ceramic Pitcher from Piano Piano
- For tired feet: The Most Comfortable Ballet Flat
Cozy gifts for mom
1. J.Crew Vintage Rollneck
Every mom needs one sweater she reaches for all winter. A rollneck is easy. It looks polished with jeans, keeps her warm, and goes with everything she already owns.
2. The most comfortable ballet flat
Moms are on their feet all day. This is the most comfortable ballet flat, so she can look put-together without her feet paying for it.
Shop The Most Comfortable Ballet Flat
Jewelry gifts for mom
3. MOMA’S EYE Pinky Ring
A pinky ring is a small detail that makes her feel put-together, even on a school-run day. It’s dainty enough to wear every day.
Disclaimer: the jeweler designer (aka Moma) is my mother-in-law. So I’m biased but she has exquisite taste and her collections are gorgeous. Your mom will LOVE!
4. Simonetta Gold Bracelet
A gold bracelet is the kind of gift she’ll wear every single day. It works with a sweater and jeans or a dress for a holiday party.
Gifts for the mom who has everything
5. Preservationist Vitamin C
Most moms put themselves last, especially with skincare. Vitamin C is a skincare favorite for brighter-looking skin. It’s the treat she wouldn’t splurge on for herself.
Shop Preservationist Vitamin C
6. Little Pouch Purse
Sometimes she just needs her phone, keys and a lip balm. A little pouch purse is perfect for errands, coffee runs and date night.
7. Ceramic Pitcher from Piano Piano
For the mom who loves to host, or just loves a pretty kitchen. Fill it with flowers, water for the table, or nothing at all. It looks beautiful on its own.
Shop Ceramic Pitcher from Piano Piano
Christmas gifts for mom: quick answers
What do you get a mom who has everything?
Get her a nicer version of something she uses every day, or something she’d never buy for herself. Skincare, jewelry and a great sweater are always safe bets.
What’s a good last-minute Christmas gift for mom?
Skincare and jewelry are easy to wrap and hard to get wrong. Order early, though. Shipping gets slow close to Christmas.
What gift will mom actually use?
Think about her day. Where does she go? What does she reach for? Comfortable shoes, a small bag and a cozy sweater all get used every week.
Happy gifting, and Merry Christmas to all the moms out there.
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