Sardine Coasters, Stackable Candles, and 33 Other Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Picks from $10 to $200.
Updated May 1, 2023 4:30 PM
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If you’re determined to wrap up something for Mother’s Day other than a handwritten card or just want to avoid a last-ditch effort at the florist, you’ve come to the right place. We scoured our top sources for unique gifts at every price point—ranging from less than $10 to just shy of $200—to shower any mom in your life with a little extra love this May. Shop 33 picks, below, including artichoke-shaped S&P shakers, a wavy ceramic trivet, and even nail polish named after an iconic mid-century modern design duo.
Unique Mother’s Day Gifts Under $20
Patchology Best Foot Forward Foot Mask
Know a mom who’s always on her feet? Treat her peds to a little TLC with this ultrarich formula of shea butter, coconut oil, and Japanese evergreen that will soothe rough, dry skin. “Heaven for your feet,” one reviewer writes.
Ban.do Block Party Card Case
From female-owned Ban.do’s cheerful assortment comes this affordable leatherette decorated in plaid stripes as bright as Mom’s smile.
Current State Strawberry Gel Cleanser
New to the skin-care scene, Current State’s sleek packaging looks like it would fetch a higher price, but this gentle, barrier-supporting cleanser is under $20.
Coton Colors Oyster Trinket Bowl
This oyster-shaped trinket dish offers a unique, painterly design on the dresser staple that’s well suited to corralling Mom’s rings, bracelets, and more.
Capri Blue Linen Spray
Get the scent of Capri Blue’s best-selling Volcano candle bottled up as a linen spray. A quick spritz will freshen up Mom’s favorite linen sheets, leaving behind subtle notes of tangerine and grapefruit.
Brooke & Lou Plant Mister
Mom will love being able to add this nickel-adorned spray to her plant-parent repertoire; it’s much easier to carry around than a cumbersome watering can.
Le Puzz Head in the Clouds Puzzle
This not-so-ordinary puzzle, consisting of a mere 81 pieces, comes together in a whimsical illustration by Angela Kirkwood for the next family game night.
Urban Outfitters Sardine Coaster Set
Tinned fish is all the rage these days. And if you know a mom who can’t get enough sardines, she’ll get a kick out of this pack of four beaded coasters honoring the tasty sea creature.
Unique Mother’s Day Gifts Under $50
Selena Liu Serving Friends
These squiggly flower-shaped servers will add a playful touch to mealtime, whether it’s a family fete or takeout for you and her.
J. Hannah Eames Nail Polish
For some moms, there are simply not enough hours in the day (week? month?) for a mani-pedi. So why not gift her a fancy, nontoxic bottle of polish? This earthy chartreuse, named after iconic mid-century modern duo Charles and Ray Eames, should do the trick.
Baggu Puffy Water Bottle Sling
If staying hydrated is your mom’s mantra (we respect it), this puffy sling bag will always keep her favorite Nalgene or Stanley cup close.
AC Grade Ceramic Coffee Mug
Gift her this bubbly vessel and her favorite tea or coffee, and we can almost guarantee it’ll make early mornings feel less like a struggle.
Zara Home x Cabana Artichoke Salt and Pepper Shakers
If your mom is still using her S&P shakers from a few decades ago, she’ll appreciate these artichoke-shaped stoneware pieces—a collaboration between Cabana and Zara Home—just as much as we do.
Sin Handmade Dash Ceramic Trivet
All of Virginia Sin’s trivets could easily be mistaken for objets—and that’s exactly what makes them such a great gift. When not in use, one would look like art on a countertop. By dinnertime, this wavy, dappled piece will do a far better job protecting her table than an old oven mitt ever could.
Polspotten Red Jug With Hole Pitcher
This is the future star of all her summer soirees. Everyone will be reaching for this sleek glass pitcher left and right, whether it’s filled with sun tea or sangria.
Zwilling Stainless Steel Universal Pan Lid
This universal lid will organize her cabinets in one fell swoop—shoppers confirm it really does fit everything. Case in point: “As the years have come and gone, so apparently have all of my pots/pans lids, so when I saw this little wonder, I had to have it! It works great, is easy to clean, and most important, there is no more trying to play a guessing game of whose lid is this!”
Stan Editions Multicolored Stack 02 Candle Set
Moms who entertain likely have a stash of tapers at the ready. Switch things up by gifting her this stacked wax sculpture. It can stand on its own, but here’s the real party trick: It’s actually two candles in one.
Fly by Jing Triple Threat
If her kitchen pantry is missing some Szechuan spice or she needs a refill, Fly by Jing’s Triple Threat is a surefire gift idea we turn to time and again for the amateur chefs in our lives.
Unique Mother’s Day Gifts Under $100
Via Carota Negroni Set
Transport her to Italy or the leafy sidewalks of Manhattan’s Grove Street with this four-piece set. It includes two 375-milliliter bottles of Via Carota’s Negronis—one classic and one white—and a pair of crystal tumblers, so cocktail hour will feel that much more luxe.
Ali Weis Jewelry Travel Case
Tangled necklaces and bracelets, be gone. This vegan leather case promises to keep all her baubles in place with four dedicated hooks, six earring holes, and a ring roll pouch.
Corsi Design Soap Holder
Not one soap dish from Corsi Design is alike, making it arguably the most unique gift idea on this list. Handmade with semi-rigid resin, the colorful combinations evoke puddles of paint.
Alessi Todo Giant Cheese and Nutmeg Grater
Alessi can do no wrong, especially when it comes to kitchen items. This grater, designed by Richard Sapper, works beautifully and looks just as good next to a hunk of Parm on the table.
The wavy, reinforced trim of this basket, woven from 100% straw, would add that little something that’s missing from her entryway console table.
The Children’s Heritage Sourcebook
For the mom whose daily routine is ruled by toddlers and/or preteens, gift them this new book. Filled with guides to activities like pickling and cooking (including a recipe for gluten-free sourdough bread), the 352-pager is chock-full of self-sufficiency teachings.
Schoolhouse Brass Dinner Bell
“Dinner’s on!” On looks alone, this 4-inch brass bell would add charm to any corner, but it’s the sweetest signal to let everyone know supper is served.
Haand Cloudware Skinny Vase
North Carolina–based pottery maker Haand is known for its marble swirls on coffee mugs, but did you know that it offers vases, too? As one shopper gushes, it’s the “perfect cheery vase for small arrangements.”
Anthropologie Ramona Cake Stand
The only color left in this line of mouth-blown soda-lime glass cake stands is the two-tone combo of lilac and cobalt—thankfully it’s our favorite. Put it to immediate use by layering on the scones and muffins for a Mother’s Day brunch.
Reva Preven Egg Spoon Rest
Made by ceramic artist Reva Prevan, this spoon rest almost looks like the real thing—but thankfully the yolk will stay intact when Mom rests her spatula on it.
Unique Mother’s Day Gifts Under $200
LSA Balcony Self Watering Planter
Vanquish her over- or underwatering woes with this glass planter. The connected cotton coil acts as a sub-irrigator for your plant, delivering water to the roots as needed. As the greenery drinks up, the soil will naturally wick up more moisture.
Beast Blender
The Beast is the most stylish personal blender on the market, and its svelte silhouette hides a lot of power. While it’s an ideal smoothie companion, you can tap it for so many other kitchen tasks, like chopping nuts or nori sheets, whipping ricotta, or mixing up salad dressings.
Zabar’s Babka & Rugelach Crate
There are very few situations where a chocolate babka doesn’t make a good gift. Pair it with rugelach, coffee, and an iconic NYC mug—what’s better than that?
Everdure CUBE Portable Charcoal Grill
Everdure’s CUBE grill is up for any adventure your mom wants to take. This lightweight, portable cooker also doubles as a chic serving tray with a hidden storage component.
Lizzie Fortunato Pearl Pyramid Necklace in Sea
Freshwater pearls strung together with gold-plated brass, glass beads, and a moonstone—enough said.
Rouge Hermès Brun Yachting Lipstick
If she always has pitch-perfect lip color, this limited-edition stick from Hermès is a no-brainer. Better yet, get one for yourself, too—there are three hues to choose from.
Leatherology Medium Train Case
Leatherology’s tasteful take on the monogram gives this train case just enough personalized flair without tipping into cheesy territory. We love all the ways you can make it just right for her, from color and size to embossing and hand-painting.