Hi everyone! I actually can't believe that we are already nearing the end of April. I'm confused where the heck the past few months even went? I move out of my dorm room in 3 weeks from today- how insane. I am spending my final weeks as a college freshman.🥺
I do have to admit, I am READY for summer. This year has been so long and exhausting for me, as I'm sure it's been for all of you as well. We've been THROUGH IT. I have to remind myself to give Bella some credit sometimes, we are living through a global pandemic, and for the most part, we are doing a pretty good job. But I am sooo ready for summer and warm weather and to finally travel! I just need a hot second to RELAX. College is hard enough as is, let alone navigating the experience through social distancing, online learning, and quarantining.
On a happier note, I am here today with a Mother's Day Gift Ideas post well in advance so you guys have time to be inspired and get some of these sweet gifts. There are some items like the custom Etsy cups or necklaces that you definitely need at least 2 weeks in advance to order. Mother's Day is May 9th this year, which is coming up FAST. That is 2 weeks from this Sunday, so I hope this post inspires you to get shopping for your mama!
I have lots of really cute ideas for you, most of which were inspired by what I thought my mom would like to get. I think most of these gifts are super versatile and good for any mom, grandma, or aunt you'd be gifting to!
JEWELRY
I've talked about these Etsy name necklaces so many times because I think they're such a classic gift. You can customize these in so many different ways. You can choose your font and the material of the necklace (silver, rose, or different types of gold). I'd put either "mom" or my mom's name on her necklace, but if you're an only child you could get your name on it OR get multiple ones with each of your siblings' names. The shop offers different chain lengths so you definitely could stack more than one. These necklaces start at $18.81.
I loveee this necklace and there's also so many things you can do with it. This name necklace starts at $16.20 depending on different chain lengths, materials, and number of letters. I have one of these necklaces with mine and Andrew's initials on it and I love it. You can get your mom all of your family's initials, MOM or MAMA, or her name! My mom actually got me one of these forever ago and I love wearing it, it's so fun and trendy!
This is another really cute necklace option. This one is primarily for initials, and I think it would be so cute with just two or a bunch! It's so dainty and cute, I'm obsessed. I want one of these for myself with my family's initials. This necklace starts at $18.64 and cost rises again depending on customizations. Linked here.
I bought my mom this MAMA necklace last week! I saw it at Altar'd State and just had to get it for her. It's a really small and dainty piece, which I love. A plus to this one is that you don't have to wait for any personalizations, you can just order it fast from Altar'd State or pick it up in stores whenever. But I'd order sooner rather than later- I think this $19.95 necklace is going to go fast!
Also from Altar'd State, they have this MAMA charm. You can get a chain with it or you can add it to any necklace your mom already has. One of my friends has a charm necklace and she adds charms to it all the time. You could even start your mom a charm necklace and get her charms for special occasions! How cute. This charm is only $7.95.
For as long as I can remember, my mom has always worn cute dangly or hoop earrings, especially when she dresses up. I found some cute statement earrings from Altar'd State, along with some simpler ones and Kate Spade studs.
Scallop Hoop Earrings - $14.95
Gold Flower Earrings - $17.95
Vintage Earring Set - $24.95 (for 3 pairs)
Crystal Flower Earrings - $9.95
I have been obsessed with Teleties for YEARS. These cute hair ties/bracelets are so convenient and cute to wear. I literally have one on my wrist almost 24/4 because they're so much cuter than a regular hair tie. They also don't crease your hair nearly as much. A pack of 3 is only $9.99 and they have so many fun colors and patterns to choose from. From left to right, these are pictures of tropical jungle, sunset gold, and jet black! I have matching ones with my friends and sisters. This is the perfect cute and practical gift for mom.
This quartz oval necklace is only $15 from Target. I love necklaces that mix stones with metals, and this one is just so simple and adorable.
I really love these two Kate Spade bangles. They're both on sale for only $29 right now too! The first rose gold one is linked here and the second hot pink and gold one is linked here.
To be completely honest, this is definitely my favorite gift idea in this post. When we went to King of Prussia, my mom, sisters, and I all created custom Kendra Scott necklaces at their Color Bar. I think this is such a cute and fun gift to create for your mom. I definitely think it's a really special idea to go with your mom to make necklaces, but ordering for her online is just as sweet. Basically anything on the Kendra Scott website is PERFECT to gift mom on Mother's Day.
ACCESSORIES
Target has the CUTEST summer shoes right now! The literal next 7 items are all Target sandals... LOL. This is the Nicole Knit Slide Sandal which is so perfect for summer and traveling to the beach. And only $14.99! Comes in both cream and black!
This is the Kerrigan Slide Sandal, also only $14.99. This one looks so comfy and I could see my mom wearing this 24/7. Comes in brown and black.
This is the Mad Love Genna Platform Sandal. I love the white bottom with the brown straps. So cute and different. These are only $24.99 and they also come in all white.
I loveeee the Catalina Sandal. They have a nice soft sole with a little platform to it. These are really cute and I know my mom and I would have to share these ones! Plus they're on sale for $16.99. I love the black and white pattern on the strap.
My mom is a big black and white gal, so the Eve Square Raffia Slide would be perfect for her. I love the design and the material of the straps, it's so unique! Target has these in blue and pink colors too if your mom likes pops of color! Plus they're only $24.99. Target footwear FTW!!!
The Mardi Raffia Platform Slide is such a summer staple. You could wear these shoes with literally any summer outfit. Plus I love a good platform. These are so cute and also only $24.99 from Target!
Last but not least we have the Mary Crossband Slide Sandal. Idk why but these look so comfortable to me. I love the cross straps and the color with the white bottoms. Get a pair of these beauties for you or your mom for only $19.99 at Target.
A lot of the time it's hard to pick out purses for other people, but this Target straw tote bag is something that every gal needs for this summer. This is more of a beach bag so I think it is the exception to the purse rule! I actually got one of these for myself when I first saw them at Target in January. It's $40 but it's actually a lot bigger than it looks in this photo. I'll be carrying this tote on all my vacations. My mom loves cute little straw bags so I know she'd love it too. It is definitely time to get your mom excited for summer!!
Here is another straw handbag option that is a little cheaper. This one is also from Target and is also to die for. Only $35! Summer here we come.
If you ARE in the market for a purse, I noticed that Kate Spade has some good deals right now. This Lori tote is only $89 on the Kate Spade site. I've been noticing that purples and lavenders seem to be popular this year, so this bag will keep your mama trendy! But again, be careful with buying people purses!!
Here's a more colorful option. I love the little tassels on this Hayes Small Satchel. This bag comes in this bright red or this really beautiful light pink color. It's on sale for $119 and is usually $328!!
This is the Reese Satchel and it comes in lots of different colors on the site. It's on sale for $129 and is a really cute smaller option that can still hold a lot of your mom's crap! I personally am obsessed with the dusk cityscape color!!!
I am not a mom but I know that if I was, I'd have about 90 of these hats. I love baseball hats and I wear them constantly, especially in the spring/summer.
MOM hat in different colors - $18.99
Colorful MAMA hat - $24
MAMA hat - $14.99
SELF CARE FOR MOM
This Thank You, Mom candle is one of the cutest things ever. This is perfect for Mother's Day but also perfect to send to your mom any day of the year. It's $34 on Amazon.
Amazon also has this Best Mom Ever candle that's a little cheaper. This one is only $20 and just as adorable.
We are biggg fans of PJs and comfy loungewear in the Fratto house. Any mom will always appreciate a good pair of comfy pjs! This cute pink set is only $21.99 at Target. It comes in a bunch of other colors too. They also have sets with long pants, that I'll link here as well.
These Best Mom slippers are so cute and fun for Mother's Day. We always have slippers on in my house, they're just so cozy! These are only $19.99 from Target.
My mom loves the Olive & June nail polish. If your mom likes to do her own nails, get her some fun spring nail polish colors! This polish is really great and apparently lasts really long on my mom and sisters. Plus it's only $8 at Target, or you can buy a whole set on the Olive & June site.
I've been hearing about these facial steamers everywhere. They are super great for your skin and also really relaxing. Get your mom one of these to clear up her pores and have an at-home facial! $27.99 from Target.
I love undereye patches! They always make me feel so awake and refreshed. For any tired mom, these are the perfect way to feel refreshed! It would be perfect to get these, the facial steamer, nail polish, slippers, and a pair of pjs for a self-care basket for mom!
OTHER
Don't ask me why, but for some reason, clear mugs are trendy right now. They're all over Pinterest. Get your mom a pack of 4 clear mugs for only $16.89 from Amazon. These are nice to have around as extra mugs or to have if your mom needs some new ones, rather than a tacky Best Mom Ever mug.
My mom loves this J.R. Watkins foaming lemon hand soap, in fact she buys it in bulk on Amazon. If you think your mom would enjoy it as much as Faith does, order a pack of 6 for only $23.94. They have lots of different scents to choose from, but I can vouch for the lemon!
If you really feel like spoiling your mom AND she's a tea lover, this Williams Sonoma whistling teakettle is the way to go! It's such a nice gift that your mom will keep forever.
A much cheaper option is this adorable Kate Spade kettle for only $60. This is so cute and still a really great gift that your mom will save.
My mom LOVES her custom Starbucks cups from Etsy. These make such a great gift especially because there are so many options. You can get "MOM" or "MOM FUEL" on these, or your mom's name. You could also get an inside joke or something funny around the Starbucks logo too.
Mom Fuel Cup - $13
Custom Cheetah Cup - $14.99+
Plain Custom Cup - $13+
I hope you found some inspiration from this post! These are all great ideas that I'm pretty sure any mom would love! Comment below what your favorite idea was, and be sure to share this blog post with anyone who needs a little help with shopping!
Happy early Mother's Day and happy shopping! ❤️
Xo
Bella
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