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Best Christmas Gifts for Moms 2025
What to gift the woman in your life who doesn’t seem to want anything… or has everything? This Christmas, a safe bet is grabbing Mom — or any mother figure — something that’ll delight her while proving to be both useful and memorable. The hottest gifts for moms this holiday season range from tried-and-true classics (think face serums or a handbag upgrade) to unexpected, personalized treasures (monogrammed towels; engraved necklaces; custom stationary sets). No matter what her interests are, there’s something for every type of mom in this gift guide of editor-approved picks.
We also made sure to include Amazon gifts for moms that can arrive at her doorstep overnight with Prime shipping, such as a digital picture frame from Aura for reliving precious family memories and a gardening logbook made with green-thumbed mothers in mind. What this means? You won’t be penalized for putting off Christmas shopping until the eleventh hour (read: today), because her present can still make it under the Tannenbaum on time. To be absolutely certain of this, go for the digital gifts and gift cards our editors rounded up at the top of this article, what with their lightning-fast delivery in email or even text form.
Those working on a tight budget this year while looking for unique and thoughtful holiday gift ideas need not fret. Our team organized the below selections into different price categories that range from under-$50 affordable options to luxury gifts for moms who appreciate the finer things in life.
If you’re looking to score Mama Bear a present that says “thank you for everything” in the chicest of ways, there’s nothing better than the below bestsellers. Now, let’s get to shopping for the most important woman out there. She deserves the world, and there’s absolutely no time to waste.
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Digital Gifts and Gift Cards for Last-Minute Gifting
Away Gift Card
Away’s luggage is the definition of covetable, with starlets like Sydney Sweeney, Emrata, Charli XCX, and Elle Fanning resorting to its hardside suitcases for travels both near and far. With this gift card, Mom will be able to snag her very own, well-deserved carry-on upgrade (we recommend Away’s top-performing Aluminum collection, which she’s bound to fall head over heels for).
Price upon publish date of this article: $25-$1000

Boy Smells Gift Card
Take it from us: Boy Smells’ innovative fragrances are all the rage right now, but instead of scrambling to find a scent you think she’ll enjoy (perfume options here feature notes of hinoki, coconut, patchouli, and so much more), grab this e-gift instead. No returns necessary, because we know how much mothers hate those.
Price upon publish date of this article: $50-$200

Alo Gift Card
If your mom’s the athletic type who claims a woman can never have too many workout bras, make her day (and upcoming year) with an Alo gift card that she can redeem for the brand’s famous Airlift Legging, Sunset Sneaker, and beyond. The pieces she ends up calling her own will encourage your mom to get outside, get active, and seize the day.
Price upon publish date of this article: $50-$1000

Everlane Gift Card
Fresh off a fall 2025 collaboration with Laufey, Everlane has never been more of a must-have brand, focusing on high-quality basics that can last her a lifetime with proper care. And while its sweaters, fleece sweatpants, and versatile tees might not get to your mom’s address before the 25th, this gift card is the next best thing (she can also use it incrementally, all throughout 2026, thinking of her thoughtful child each time she makes a purchase).
Price upon publish date of this article: $25-$500

The Bouqs Co. Three Months of Flowers
We’ll let you in on a little secret: There’s not a mom out there who wouldn’t appreciate a lush bouquet of flowers (she’s told you this all your life, probably). That being said, The Bouqs Co. is a no-brainer choice for floral delivery, and now you can let her decide on the farm-fresh arrangements that will arrive to her home with the brand’s online subscription. Its premise is pretty simple — three whole months of the finest floral pickings, helping her unlock the joy of spring even in the depths of winter.
Price upon publish date of this article: $225

On Gift Card
Our editors are rarely seen without our On sneakers in tow, but since the brand’s actual shoes are no longer guaranteed to arrive before Christmas, we urge you to lock down this virtual gift instead. The good news is that digital gift cards from On never expire. The better news? This will be your salvation if you somehow forgot Mom’s shoe size and don’t want to ruin the surprise by asking.
Price upon publish date of this article: $10-$400

Sephora Gift Card
It’s a well-known fact that all moms love Sephora, so much so that shopping at the mega beauty retailer is a Maslow-level need for them that must be met at all costs. In other words, if you happen to run out of gift ideas, there’s this digital card ripe for the picking. You can load it up with enough cash to get your mom multiple viral mascaras, that anti-aging serum all her book club friends are raving about, and a mini-sized sunscreen that can be layered under makeup.
Price upon publish date of this article: $10-$250

Visa Gift Card
Nothing is as fool-proof of a gift as a Visa card that can be applied at practically every store your mom loves to shop at. The only downside of this “Amazon’s Choice” purchase, with thousands of five-star reviews behind it, is that it has a $5.95 purchase fee attached. But that’s nothing compared to the bliss the woman who gave you life will experience as she puts the card to good use.
Price upon publish date of this article: $105.95

MasterClass Subscription
MasterClass is a one-stop shop for online learning, replete with classes taught by everyone from Kim Kardashian to Martin Scorsese (if you mom doesn’t know who Kim K is). Our editors are enamored by the platform’s expansive range of offerings, and soon she will be too: no matter if her discipline-of-choice and hyperfixation of the month is fashion, nutrition, or poetry.
Price upon publish date of this article: $120

Nuuly Subscription
Nuuly is one of the best fashion subscription services for women, allowing clients to rent six distinct clothing pieces of their choosing each month, for only $98 a month. By getting your mama a $1,500 Nuuly gift card (though they start at just $25), you’re effectively securing over a year of head-turning styles for her, be it a NYE party dress or flare jeans that will be a blast from her ’70s past.
Price upon publish date of this article: $25-$1,500

Trade Coffee Subscription
If her guilty pleasure is sitting down in the morning with a steaming cup of joe, don’t get her yet another mug that says something along the lines of “Best Mom Ever” (please). Instead, pamper your mom with a gift that will keep on giving (and giving): a monthly coffee subscription from Trade, which sources only the best of the best across the country. Will her new favorite brew be a regenerative organic blend from Floyd, Virginia, or a sweet-and-smooth one from the Cambridge-based Broadsheet Coffee Roasters? Only time will tell.
Note that Trade’s gift subscriptions are on sale right now, starting at $30 for one month and going up to $198 for a whole year of flavorful java. Our rec? Get her that full year, and thank us later for the idea.
Price upon publish date of this article: From $30
Top Christmas Gifts for Mom 2025

James Allen East-West Bezel Beaded Station Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
This stunning bracelet, from James Allen’s collection spotlighting bead chain textures and bezel detailing, will flatter her wrist as soon as she puts it on. Every last part of the accessory feels considered, and the bracelet is something that can be worn with looks ranging from the casual (think Lululemon workout sets) to the fancy (the aforementioned NYE party look, for one). Whether she shows it off solo or stacks the piece with her go-to accoutrements, the end result will be something your mom won’t be able to take her eyes away from.
Price upon publish date of this article: $1,100

Coach Chain Tabby Shoulder Bag 30
At its fall 2025 runway show, Coach sneakily unveiled an fresh take on the quintessential Tabby — with more room for daily essentials, a trendy slouch, and readily apparent gold or silver hardware. The Chain Tabby Shoulder Bag is more than just good looks: It feels supple due to its soft grain leather, has three detachable straps for endless styling options, flaunts a subtle sheen, and can even hold an iPad (we weren’t joking about this designer handbag‘s spaciousness). Chances are, your mom already has this fancy slinger bookmarked online, so you should make her day by investing in the hot-ticket item she might never end up getting for herself. Spoiler alert: Moms are so worth it.
Price upon publish date of this article: $595

Lancôme Lip Idôle Squalane-12 Butterglow Hydrating Lip Balm
In its beige Don’t Be Chai shade, this hydrating, tinted lip balm from Lancôme fueled “Only Murders in the Building” actress Da’Vine Joy Randolph’s nude lip look at the 2025 Academy Awards — a lip aesthetic that, in fact, dominated multiple red carpets in the past year. If the mom in your life loves a hydrating lip balm that leaves a shine without ever being sticky, irons out vertical lines, and offers buildable color, she’ll consider this top Lancôme beauty product a winner and a half.
PS: One of our editors tested it out and had the following to say about the bestseller: “Beyond a more-than-pleasant smell, the tinted balm also had the most balanced texture I’ve experienced in a long time: something that was ultra-rich and creamy (it’s called ‘Butterglow,’ after all!) but didn’t have the stickiness that’s part of some hydrating lip products’ DNA. Indeed, the balm was lightweight, and I never felt like I was smacking my lips each time I opened my mouth.”
We’re only going to ask you this once: What’s not to love?
Price upon publish date of this article: $32

HigherDose V4 Infrared Sauna Blanket
Infrared sauna blankets, akin to actual saunas, have been trending for a while, based on their spa-level perks like muscle relaxation, detoxification, boosted circulation, quicker recovery after workouts, and anxiety relief. In 2023, we deemed HigherDose’s Infrared Sauna Blanket the best luxury sauna blanket on the market because of its ability to evenly distribute heat, easy-to-clean surface, and tangible results in just one session. If she’s a wellness junkie, your mom will be hot for this top hit that keeps going in and out of stock at major retailers like Nordstrom.
Price upon publish date of this article: $699

Ugg Women’s Classic Ultra Mini
One of Ugg’s most classic (and coveted) styles, the Ultra Mini benefits from the label’s iconic sheepskin lining, sumptuous suede exterior, artful stitching, and a 3.5-inch shaft height. Mom can style the boot any which way she pleases; what’s a guarantee here is the comfort and warmth she’ll feel even on the chilliest of winter days, as she experiences the soft caress of the shoe in conjunction with its en vogue silhouette. Run don’t walk to grab her size while it’s still available (this won’t be the case for long, trust us).
Price upon publish date of this article: $160

Aura Carver WiFi Digital Picture Frame
“Sometimes I wish that I could freeze the picture and save it from the funny tricks of time,” the earworm Abba song declares. This is a sentiment all mothers can relate to and, with this quick-shipping Amazon gift that arrives in one day if you’re a Prime member, she’ll indeed be able to freeze both the picture and the memories. Aura’s digital frames (with the Carver being a bestseller) are praised for their ability to display an unlimited amount of photos and videos on a loop, which can be altered and added to with the click of a few buttons on the Aura app. You can even pre-load the smart frame with your own content of choice and a gift message — channeling all that thoughtfulness your mom instilled in you.
Price upon publish date of this article: $139

Coach Outlet Nolita 19 Bag
She is beauty, she is grace, she is Coach’s Nolita 19 handbag that can rival the Tabby when it comes to looks and functionality both. With its croc-embossed suede makeup, budget-friendly price tag, internal card slots, and smallish size that makes it great for taking to dinner dates with Dad, evening strolls in foreign cities, and everything in between, the sophisticated catchall is a marvelous holiday buy that will please even the mom who already has everything. Want to share with her tips on how to properly style the purse? Point her to our handy guide on this very topic.
Price upon publish date of this article: $109

Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream
When certain WWD Shop editors tested out Augustinus Bader’s The Rich Cream, they were blown away by its immediate and long-term results, which included creating a bouncier complexion, drastically reducing redness, evening out tone, smoothing forehead lines, and helping makeup go on crease-free. Spotted by Kendall Roy’s sink in a “Succession” episode, The Rich Cream is a celebrity magnet through and through — used before red carpets by the likes of Cynthia Erivo, Zoe Saldaña, and more.
Your mom will become Augustinus Bader’s newest convert, joining the ranks of everyone who swears by the brand’s expensive yet effective (and therefore worth-it) product line. To enrich the gifting experience, consider pairing this cream with The Hydrogel Face Mask, another offering our team adores and also something that can be picked up the very same day you order it from a brick-and-mortar Nordstrom location near you.
Price upon publish date of this article: $190
Top Under-$50 Christmas Gifts for Mom

Weezie Makeup Towels, Set of 2
Gift your mom these makeup towels from Weezie, a brand that originated with the search for — and execution of! — the perfect towel but which now also sells darling toiletry bags, oven mitts, and more. They’re an eco-friendly alternative to single-use makeup wipes, and any mom is sure to love the towels’ 100-percent long-staple cotton material and deep navy colorway. You can even customize the set (for an extra $15 each) to bear her initials, whole name, or a word of significance that’s up to 11 characters in length.
Price upon publish date of this article: $44

Nodpod Sleep Mask
At this point, everyone knows that the best weighted blankets are optimal solutions for decreasing anxiety and amping up the quality (as well as duration!) of sleep. The mini versions of these sleep-savers — made with your eyes in mind — are less talked about yet merit just as much buzz.
The Nodpod Sleep Mask is here to change the way Mom nods off at night with its activation of key pressure points and strap-free design, meaning she can simply position this top sleep mask over her face and skip the counting sheep part of the night. This holiday gift idea is great for side and back sleepers alike, works to fully block out light, and has an overall grounding effect that we all could use more of.
Price upon publish date of this article: $38

The Gardener’s Logbook
Does your mom’s happy place involve flowers and watering cans? Help organize her spring sprouts in 2026 with this 144-page plant log that includes space for keeping track of what’s in her garden, tips and tricks on achieving the prettiest one in the entire neighborhood, and even dot matrix grids on which she can sketch out her big vision. This top Christmas gift for moms can be delivered overnight with a Prime membership, so she’ll never have to know that you’re an eleventh-hour gift buyer.
Price upon publish date of this article: $9.31

Prada Monochrome Soft Matte Refillable Lipstick
Looking for a red lipstick to add to her makeup bag? Look no further than this editor favorite from Prada Beauty. Its structural design is a sight to behold, but that formula is what will really wow Mom this December (cheers to same-day pickup!). The pigments only require one to two coats for full color payoff, and the matte finish blurs any subtle lines on the lips to create a more luscious look. We’re partial to the B105 shade, but there are 14 more at Nordstrom where it came from.
Price upon publish date of this article: $50

Papier Enchanted Garden Scalloped Notecard Set
This whimsical stationary set of 10 cards is made even more so through the sheer fact that it’s personalizable. You can write anything you want on the front — in an extensive array of fonts and colors — whether it be your mom’s most-used catchphrase or a greeting you hope she sees as a daily reminder of your adoration for her. Papier’s paper products are always made from thick, creamy cardstock that’s a joy to write on, and this particular set is special because it features a congregation of illustrated woodland creatures and plants: ready to remind her that spring, against all odds, will come again.
Price upon publish date of this article: $38

Cosrx Glass Skin Starter Set
Glass skin is what every woman really wants for Christmas, contrary to what Mariah Carey might think. This Glass Skin Starter Set — one of the best Cosrx skin care products on the market — will get her the look and will get to her a day before Christmas if you order today. The top gift idea for moms contains a full-size bottle of the Internet-famous snail mucin serum that hydrates, cuts back on redness, and results in dewiness, plus the brand’s retinol product that’s known for its anti-aging powers.
Price upon publish date of this article: $35

Patchology Rosé Toes Foot Mask
Plop Patchology’s foot peels into Mom’s stocking and secure baby-like softness for her feet. While foot masks (the kinds that generate in viral-on-social-media before-and-afters) aren’t anything new, the distinguishing factor of this version is that each bootie is decked out in metallic rose gold. Visuals aside, the masks refresh skin in as little as 10 minutes: packed, as they are, with the antioxidant-rich resveratrol and shea butter for moisture. The smell here? Why, it’s only that of your mom’s favorite sparkling bevy, which she should totally sip while wearing these foil kicks!
Price upon publish date of this article: $11

Olay Super Cream With Sunscreen
Olay’s 2025 product rollout — the Super Cream — is already deemed an “Amazon’s Choice” selection with over 3,000 reviews to its name on the retailer’s site. If your mom is perpetually on the hunt for a multihyphenate face cream that moisturizes, firms, brightens, protects from the sun, and does all this while easily blending with layers of foundation or concealer, you’ve come to the right place. Unlike many similarly rich facial creams, this one doesn’t feel heavy and dries with a matte finish. She’ll think of you during each and every application.
Price upon publish date of this article: $34.94

Quince Acetate Apple Watch Band
We included this gift idea for moms in our roundup of the best Apple Watch bands for all budgets, and it’s easy to see why. Sold by Quince, one of today’s leaders in affordable luxury goods, the watch accessory is made from durable acetate. In the pictured tortoise pattern, it’s an absolute beauty and will pair well with all of your mom’s cold-weather closet staples: straight-leg jeans and fleece jackets included. Because sizing is always tricky if you can’t measure her wrist in person, Quince includes a complimentary resizing kit with every purchase.
Price upon publish date of this article: $29.90
Top Under-$300 Christmas Gifts for Mom

Christian Dior Le Baume Multi-Use Balm
Our editors own this balm in multiples and preach about its advantages to anyone who asks. More than just a luxury hand cream, it can also be used on lips or dry patches all over the bod — thoroughly repairing the skin barrier courtesy of hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and the anti-inflammatory centella asiatica extract. Clocking in at just over an ounce, the balm is proof positive that the best things in life come in small packages: small enough, in fact, to fit in your mom’s designer shoulder bag for nine-to-five hydration. Given that this product is found at Nordstrom, you can get it under the tree as speedily as in one day.
Price upon publish date of this article: $63

Nike Cortez Textile Sneaker
Calling everyone with a cool mom! This season, help take her style even higher with one of Nike’s most famous and beloved shoes. We’re talking about the Cortez, of course, which fits squarely into today’s retro-runner trend and the perennial, wintertime obsession with all things burgundy. The beauty of this Dakota Johnson–approved stepper lies in its versatility. Mom can use the sneaker to make a leather jacket-and-jeans ensemble edgier or else treat it as a way to tie together a simple athleisure ‘fit when going to her weekly Vinyasa flow. She might’ve even worn this timeless classic in her youth, in which case the under-$100 gift will take on an additional layer of meaning.
Price upon publish date of this article: $95

Therabody TheraFace Depuffing Wand
Back in February, Therabody rolled out an all-new colorway for its popular TheraFace Depuffing Wand that alternates between temperatures to minimize the appearance of pores, boost circulation, and perform many other tasks that Mom expects from all her skin care topicals and tools. It’s small and lightweight enough to whip out on a plane, as well as safe for use twice a day. When the matriarch is happy, everyone’s happy, and radiant skin is sure to bring about that very happiness.
Price upon publish date of this article: $169

Blissy Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
The desire for a 100-percent silk pillowcase you can’t wait to lay your head on each night is a universal one. Update your mom’s bedroom setup with this hot pick from Blissy, which is hypoallergenic and lets hair forego morning frizz while also hydrating skin and kicking facial lines to the curb. After receiving this pillowcase (especially in that attractive olive colorway), she’ll spend her nights dreaming of her favorite child. Nordstrom also treats its loyal clientele to free shipping, free pickup, and free returns here, so you too can snooze soundly at night.
Price upon publish date of this article: $79.95

Uncommon Goods Literary Clock
Picture a clock that, bypassing actual numbers, pays homage to literature’s greatest hits instead — by pulling excerpts from books that include the exact time for every minute of the day. This might seem like an invention that never saw the light of day, but we’re here to introduce you to Uncommon Goods’ very real and very shoppable Literary Clock, programmed with over 13,000 quotes from works spanning six centuries.
Even more elements to love? It allows you to play around with the frequency at which the display changes, is chargeable via USB, comes with a wooden finish, and will absolutely astonish any mom who’d rather cozy up with a good novel than put on Bravo’s latest. PSA: The product is backordered on Uncommon Goods right now, meaning it will likely end up being your Valentine’s Day gift to Mom, but we just couldn’t resist including it here (sorry not sorry).
Price upon publish date of this article: $209

Mason Pearson Pocket Boar Bristle Brush
Many people are of the belief that Mason Pearson makes the very best hair brushes for every hair type, and this one with premium-grade boar bristles is especially beneficial for fine to normal locks. Regular brushing will help exfoliate the scalp, promote better circulation, and encourage a more even distribution of natural oils, which are all rewards that Miley Cyrus reaped by choosing Mason Pearson for her 2025 Grammys ‘do. Everyday reviewers also report shinier tresses and easier detangling — something your mom might be missing in her current hair care routine. It says a lot, too, that the brush is sold out pretty much everywhere except for Bloomingdale’s (where you can get it with a complimentary three-piece mystery gift).
Price upon publish date of this article: $140

Hermès Twilly d’Hermès Eau de Parfum
This floral women’s perfume — powered by ginger, tuberose, and sandalwood — has a touch of sweetness with a side of spice, making it feel youthful and bright. Allow Mom to embody these adjectives year-round by spritzing the Twilly d’Hermès Eau de Parfum onto her wrists and neck each morning, like the savvy sophisticate that she is. Don’t know if it’s her scent of choice? Avoid committing to the largest size, instead settling for the fragrance’s half-ounce or 1.7-ounce iteration.
Price upon publish date of this article: $142
Top Luxury Gifts for Mom This Christmas

Gucci GG Marmont Small Shoulder Bag
For the ultimate splurge on a woman who’s your best friend and favorite phone call, go with none other than Gucci’s GG Marmont bag. Outfitted in matelassé chevron leather, the Italian designer shoulder bag speaks volumes with its gold-toned hardware while remaining in the realm of quiet luxury based on that taupe-colored body. Per Gucci, it fits an iPhone, AirPods, a small wallet, and lipstick (AKA everything Mom needs on any given day).
Price upon publish date of this article: $2,600

Monica Rich Kosann Green Enamel Vermeil Cushion Locket
She’ll be positively charmed by this Monica Rich Kosann locket, which stands out from the pendant necklace crowd by way of on-trend, pastel-green enamel and a single sapphire at center (that black steel chain, meanwhile, makes the keepsake gift for Mom feel modern). Show her you care by tucking images of all the kids (or grandkids) inside, which can be easily resized via the brand’s handy-dandy The Locket Bar function.
Price upon publish date of this article: $850

L’Oréal AirLight Pro Hair Dryer
Another editor-tested pick, this hair dryer launched last year to the tune of instant success (it was used by hair stylists responsible for the glam looks of Emma Stone, Zoe Saldaña, and Cristin Milioti at this year’s Golden Globes, not to mention Sabrina Carpenter at the Grammys). We’re barely surprised by how quickly A-listers got on board, considering the fact that the gadget significantly decreases drying time based on its mighty airflow and infrared light emission; reduces frizz even on the most humid of days; and provides nitty-gritty customization through the compatible AirLight Pro app.
If Mom has resorted to a rickety, old hair dryer — with a cord, to add insult to injury! — for years, it’s fine time for a switch. Psst: This dryer holds a spot on WWD’s list of the greatest hair products of all time. Let that convince you to click “add to cart” and get this baby delivered before Christmas morning through Amazon Prime.
Price upon publish date of this article: $475
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Meet the Author
Stacia Datskovska is a Senior Commerce Writer at WWD. Previously, she worked at ELLE DECOR as an assistant digital editor, covering all things luxury, culture, and lifestyle through a design lens. Her bylines over the past five years have appeared in USA Today, Baltimore Sun, Teen Vogue, Boston Globe, Food & Wine, and more. Prior to joining ELLE DECOR, Datskovska learned the ins and outs of e-commerce at Mashable, where she tested products, covered tentpole sales events, and curated gift guide roundups. She graduated from NYU with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and international relations. From this particular gift edit, Datskovska is most excited to get her mama the Uncommon Goods Literary Clock.
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