Gone are the days when a fancy hand soap could pass as a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift. Let’s be real — moms, mother-figures, and all the incredible women who’ve helped shape us deserve so much more than a last-minute grab.
This year, it’s time to go beyond the basics and give her something that truly speaks to who she is. Whether you’re shopping for your momma, your mentor, or that friend who’s basically your second mom, putting in a little extra thought and intention won’t just be noticed, it’ll be remembered.
Shop my edit of gifts for the cool mum!
By Heart – hailee catalano, $36
By Heart is for the mom who’s got killer taste—in and out of the kitchen. It’s packed with vibey recipes, swoon-worthy photos, and enough charm to make her forget you once gave her a mug.
Gotham Steel 18-Piece Cookware Set, $79
For the mom who’s more Top Chef than takeout queen, the Gotham Steel 18-Piece Set is the ultimate Mother’s Day flex. With its sleek, stackable design, detachable handles, and oven-safe functionality up to 500°F, it’s as stylish as it is practical because her kitchen deserves gear as fabulous as she is .
“Amour Toujours” cap, $105
Leopard print is having its moment this season but for me, it was always a neutral. Gift your mum this hat and not only can she put together a chic look but skip hair wash day on busy mornings. A win-win for sure.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Anti Aging Marine Cream, $189
This luxe jar of nourishing and hydrating face cream from Elemis is basically a spa day in a swipe and mum’s skin will eat it up. It’s the kind of glow-up gift that says “I love you” and “you don’t look a day over fabulous.”
Sweetest song fragrance mist, $18
For the mom who’s still got main character energy, Sweetest Song from Bath & Body Works is her signature scent waiting to happen. Think juicy raspberries, musk vibes, and just the right amount of sass, it’s cool-mom-in-a-bottle. Plus score extra points by completing the set!
Puffy Charlotte Hoops, $128
For the mom who’s got more style than your entire friend group combined, the Mejuri Puffy Charlotte Hoops are the ultimate Mother’s Day flex. Bold, gold, and unapologetically chic, they’re the kind of earrings that elevate and upgrade even the simplest look.
The isabel shirt, $295
For the mom who makes “effortlessly cool” look, well, effortless, the Isabel Shirt from Toronto brand T.Line is her new closet MVP. It’s polished enough for brunch, relaxed enough for lounging, and chic enough to make you wish you’d bought one for yourself.
Laura ashley Cordless Kettle, $159
If it’s sitting on mum’s counter, then it needs to be as chic as it is functional. That’s exactly what you get with this Laura Ashley kettle. From the thoughtful and charming design to its rapid-boil technology, teatime is about to be anything but basic.
Flamingo estate heritage olive oil, $75
For the mum who’s all about good taste (in every sense), this Heritage Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a total flex. Cold-pressed from ancient olive trees in Ojai, California, it’s rich, fancy, and perfect for drizzling over everything — because she deserves the good stuff.
Fresh soy face cleanser, $53
This cleanser from Fresh is a total game-changer and cult-fave — it’s gentle, smells amazing, and leaves skin feeling fresh AF. Gift it to the mom who deserves to start and end her day with a little luxury.
Grace & Able Compression gloves, $34
It may not be the most glamorous gift but any mum dealing with arthritis will find these gloves stylish and thoughtful. The compression fabric works to mitigate symptoms like swelling and pain. Plus they come in a variety of colours!