If you left your Mother's Day shopping 'til the last minute, don't panic — here are some great options
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We’ll be honest — this year has felt more than a little chaotic, so you could be forgiven for forgetting that Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 11! If this news is sending you into a bit of a panic, fear not, because we’ve created a handy guide of great gifts that’ll still arrive in time for the big day (no matter what she’s into). Just make sure you hit “add to cart” ASAP.
JW Pei Harlee Shoulder Bag
Amazon Canada
She’s cute, she’s fun, and she’s just the right size to hold Mom’s essentials. Reviewers love that it gives them the look and vibe of designer options (like The Row) without the hefty price tag, and say its structured shape keeps it looking crisp and new even with regular wear.
e.l.f Jet Set Hydration Kit
Amazon Canada
Give her the gift of a routine overhaul! She’ll get a full skincare regimen — right down to a nourishing night cream — in travel-friendly formats so she can test them out without commitment or bring them along on her next trip. Reviewers with sensitive skin reported zero irritation or reactivity (which means you can sleep peacefully knowing you didn’t accidentally gift her an allergic reaction instead).
Stanley Classic Stay-Hot French Press Coffee Maker
Amazon Canada
Unlike your basic French presses, this one harnesses the power of Stanley’s iconic tumblers to keep her java hot for hours (four, to be precise). She’ll be able to use whatever beans she loves best, and if she prefers a cold beverage instead, it’ll keep what’s inside cool for up to nine hours. Reviewers are raving about its durability, too!
T3 Aire IQ Intelligent Hair Dryer
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While brands like Dyson may have topped the market as recently as a few years ago, T3 is quickly becoming a go-to for a better blowout. Using some fancy-schmancy tech, it automatically adjusts its settings to speed up drying time while minimizing damage, and it even shuts off when put down — something your mom (and her hydro bill) will be infinitely thankful for. It comes with all the attachments she’ll need to nail a perfect hairstyle right at home.
TheraFace Depuffing Wand
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We’re majorly in our skincare era (we only get one face, you know?), so this high-tech wand landed on our wishlist immediately. The metal tip delivers both hot and cold treatments — exact temperatures are adjustable — so she can give her skin what it needs when it needs it. Reviewers love that, unlike traditional jade and ice rollers, the tip always stays cold no matter how long they use it. Two-button controls make it easy to use, too, so she can spend more time caring for her face and less time deciphering complicated and specific instructions.
Zodiac Pendant Necklace
Mejuri
Jewellery with a personal touch is always a great gift idea! What we love about this blinged-out pendant is its subtlety — instead of shapes, symbols, or letters, the zodiac sign is represented by white sapphires in each one’s respective constellation, so she can wear it solo or pair it with other pieces in her collection.
Dr. Jart+ X Art Start Hydrating and Soothing Face Mask Set
Sephora Canada
This four-piece sheet mask set is the perfect “choose your own adventure” when it comes to skincare. She can choose from soothing, hydrating, redness-reducing, and barrier-boosting formulas, allowing her to give her skin what it needs (and saving you some guesswork).
Picklish Pickleball Paddle
Amazon Canada
There are a few standout features that reviewers love: they have a comfortable grip and lightweight design, with a longer handle that offers extra control for seasoned players. They also feature a textured surface for more grip — great if your mom is into trick shots. They come in three different designs.
Kitsch Travel Bottles Set
Kitsch
This TSA-approved kit will let her pack her creams, lotions, cleansers, shampoos, and conditioners while being completely leakproof, so she won’t have to worry about any leakage en route. Because every piece is made of lightweight BPA-free material, it won’t add any weight to her luggage, either! And it definitely doesn’t hurt that the kit comes with a mini funnel, a mini pipette, and a mini spatula to make topping things up easier. She’ll also get a spray bottle, two pump bottles, two mini jars, three flat pouch bottles, and a reusable travel pouch.
Fancii Mila 2 Compact Makeup Mirror
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There’s no guarantee she’ll always have good lighting, and this compact is a quick and easy workaround. One side has 10x magnification that will make tweezing errant brow hairs or doing detailed makeup work a total breeze, and that’s before we even talk about its amazing backlit function that simulates natural daylight (with three lighting options to choose from, too). A single charge can last for up to 50,000 hours, so chances are she won’t need to plug in for a while.
Loop Experience 2 Ear Plugs
Amazon Canada
She may be sitting in the front row at her favourite concert, but mentally, she’ll be thanking you for gifting her these protective earplugs. Instead of completely deafening the wearer, these just block potentially harmful decibels while ensuring an optimal listening experience (so she’ll never miss a note). Each pair comes with customizable tips, so they’ll even stay put when she’s dancing along to her favourite hits.
Peach Bands Hip Band Set
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Cute, durable, and infinitely packable, these exercise bands will add a little something extra to every workout. Unlike traditional resistance bands, they won’t slip, snap or roll mid-stretch, and each colour offers a different level of resistance, so she can pick the one that suits her needs that day. They’re also machine-washable!
Bambusi Charcuterie Board
Amazon Canada
When it comes to finding the perfect charcuterie ensemble, look no further. This board is more than just a vehicle for her favourite fromage — it’s also the perfect serving platter, with carved-out niches for crackers, a set of cheese knives inside a hidden drawer, labels, chalk markers, and a wine opener for popping open her favourite vino. Despite being made of bamboo, reviewers report zero staining, no matter what tasty nibbles she puts on top.
Slip Lovely Lashes Contour Sleep Mask
Sephora Canada
We see beauty sleep in her future. This buttery silk number will block out all light for a better snooze, with contoured eye cups that won’t crush her lashes (while also letting her eyes comfortably move through the REM cycle).
N & V Japanese Gardening Tool Set
Amazon Canada
After a long winter, chances are her green thumb is feeling a bit itchy, so give her an excuse to get down and dirty in the garden. This sleek set is inspired by Japanese design (which means sleek, minimalist, and without compromising on functionality) and comes with all the tools she’ll need to prune, weed, transplant, aerate, and perform any other task she wants to tackle. Reviewers say the handles are surprisingly ergonomic, too.
Grosche Aberdeen Tea Steeper
Amazon Canada
This Canadian brand has revolutionized the tea steeping game, as evidenced by this clever gizmo. Mom just needs to pop her favourite leaves in the main compartment (or anything else she wants to steep, like lemon or honey), and it’ll do the work. It’s especially handy for loose-leaf blends because of its dispensing system—once popped over a mug or glass, it’ll stream the tea while filtering out debris so your ma can enjoy a perfectly brewed, leaf-free sipper.
HoomBand Bluetooth Sleep Headphones
Amazon Canada
It is, quite literally, like giving her the gift of peace and quiet. Slipping on this headband will help her get some actual shut-eye by lulling her to sleep with over 100 different soundscapes, including bedtime stories, meditations, and nature sounds. The speakers inside are super thin (perfect for side sleepers) and removable, which means she can toss the band in the wash if it ever gets gunky. Reviewers say it’s surprisingly comfy to wear, too.
Biossance Rapid Radiance Set
Sephora Canada
Used together, each of these bestselling treatments will help give your mom the best skin of her life. She’ll get a hydrating eye cream, a powerful repairing face cream, a squalane and lactic acid night serum, and (of course) the brand’s famous Vitamin C Rose Oil. Best of all, each one is small enough to tuck into her dopp kit when she hits the road — like when she comes to visit, par example!