Thoughtful Gifts for Mother's Day

Mother's Day is fast approaching, and it's time to find the perfect gift to show the women in your life how much you care. Quality time is invaluable, but a thoughtful gift can make the gesture even more special. Whether you're shopping for your wife, mom, sister, or any other incredible woman, here's a curated list of gift ideas for Mother's Day 2025.
Gifts for the Home
Maison Balzac Pomponette Set of Two Glasses: $149 at David Jones and Maison Balzac, and Aura Home. Best for the refined eclectic. This playful set includes two clear glasses with colorful jeweled bubbles, perfect for the retro entertainer. The Maison Balzac range is timeless and chic, crafted for the vibrant and effortlessly classy woman.
Dinosaur Designs Resin Salad Servers: $125 at David Jones and Dinosaur Designs. Best for the modern host. Crafted in Australia, these resin salad servers add a pop of color to any space and are a striking addition for those who entertain with style.
Smeg Manual Coffee Machine in Cream: $599 (usually $649) at David Jones, $599 at The Good Guys, and $511 (usually $649) at Appliances Online. Best for the coffee lover in residence. This retro-inspired coffee machine features a 1950s profile and extracts espresso in single and double shots with its 15 bar pressure pump. The in-built steamer is perfect for homemade cappuccinos.
Le Creuset Cast Iron Round Casserole Dish: $750 at Le Creuset. Best for the discerning food lover. Le Creuset's latest Berry & La Collection Jardin features an unapologetically pink and joyful colorway designed to bloom in the kitchen. This cast iron casserole dish is big enough for stews, roasts, soups, casseroles, and baking.
Australian Coastal Soy Candle: Best for the eco-conscious homebody. A must-have for homebodies who employ timeless function in their home, this candle is designed to never melt. With three distinct colors to choose from, this candle adds a touch of scent-free elegance to any home and offers a piece of Australia’s serene coastal ambiance to your home.
Santal Woods Scented Candle: $69 at Myer and $60 at Adore Beauty. Best for the mindful homemaker. Infused with rich aromas of sandalwood and Virginia cedar, this luxurious scented candle is designed to immerse you in visions of crackling fires and wide-open skies. Hand-poured with a 100% premium soy wax blend and designed to be dripless, Santal Woods uses pure cotton, lead-free wicks for a smooth, long-lasting burn.
Gifts for the Traveler
Longchamp Le Pliage Original Canvas Tote Bag: $285 at The Iconic and Longchamp. Best for the avid jet-setter. An essential in travel style and an icon in its own right, the Le Pliage Original Shoulder Bag by Longchamp can easily hold all of your documents, work essentials, and more for easy carry capacity in style. With long leather straps, zipper closure, and timeless design, it’s made to go the distance – just like your mileage points.
Nere Stori Check-in Suitcase: $240 at Strand. Best for the stylish nomad. A check-in suitcase that doesn’t skimp on style: the Nere Stori is both sleek and durable, designed for those who embrace adventure. With a 10-year warranty, it’s the perfect companion for the discerning traveler who jets off at whim.
Camilla Sand Storm Sunglasses: $395 at Camilla and $350 at Eyewear Index. Best for the premium globetrotter. A bold oval frame in rich blue quartz, these sunglasses are the perfect accessory for sun-drenched desert adventures or poolside lounging on your next luxurious escape.
Loewe Paula’s Ibiza Espadrilles: Best for the chic wanderer. Walk in soles that embody heritage and prestige. Designed with a motif by Vicente Vela over 55 years ago, these sandals feature padded insoles for comfort, hand-painted edges, and meticulously stitched seams, blending timeless style with everyday ease wherever your journey takes you.
Gifts for the Connoisseur
Saint Juniper Gin Tasting Bundle: Best for bespoke beverage curator. If your loved one is a gin enthusiast, this bundle offers the taster a refined, hands-on approach to drinking spirits at home. Participants can sample each distinct gin in retain for sharing their honest thoughts via a short survey (and take home a generous $50 voucher).
Coravin Sparkling Wine Preservation System: $699.95 at Coravin. Best for the wine enthusiast. Coravin Sparkling allows wine lovers to preserve bottles of sparkling wine for up to four weeks after opening, making it the perfect gift for mums who cherish a glass or two after a long week. This innovative tool maintains the flavor and freshness of the bubbles.
Rabanne Million Gold For Her Eau de Parfum: From $190 at Myer. Best for the fragrance connoisseur. A limited edition treat exclusively for mum, the Million Gold For Her by Rabanne has an intense, fresh yet floral signature with a quintessential Rabanne twist. This multi-faceted scent is beautifully adorned with metallic rose oxide, complemented by fiercely feminine white florals and a salty mineral musk accord, creating an elevated and elegant scent.
Gifts for Style and Beauty
Silk Twill Scarf: Best for the stylish wanderer. Crafted from 100% silk twill, this scarf adds a touch of sophistication to any outfit. Whether draped gracefully over the shoulders, as a headpiece, or wrapped around the neck, its versatile design effortlessly transitions from casual to formal.
10pc Cocktail Set: Best for: the cocktail alchemist. It’s time to mix it up. This 10pc, no fuss cocktail set has everything you need to craft premium drinks from the comfort of your home. Whether your mum is a espresso martini aficionado or a cosmopolitan connoisseur, they’ll have everything they need to curate the ultimate drink.
Coach 28 Brooklyn Bag: $295 at nordstrom.com. With a slouchy tote silhouette, the splurge-worthy Brooklyn Bag is a trending style right now, but it’s basic enough to be timeless and easy to style.
Merit Flush Balm: $30 at meritbeauty.com. The non-drying formula effortlessly melts and blends to provide a warm flush of color, making it a great blush option for mature skin.
Sidia Nirvana Hand Serum: $36 at nordstrom.com. Knowing that she is still just as diligent about her hand care routine, I think she’d be more than happy to unwrap this luxe hand serum.
J.Crew Étienne Oversized Cotton Poplin Shirt: $98 at jcrew.com. She wore it as a swimsuit cover-up on a recent mother-daughter trip, and she was showered with compliments from our fellow hotel guests.
DedCool Mochi Milk Eau de Parfum: $90 at sephora.com. It’s the perfect lowkey sweet fragrance for people who don’t like sweet fragrances with warm berry and marshmallow notes grounded by an earthy musk base.
EverFoams Fuzzy Slippers: $19 (Originally $30) at amazon.com.
Starfish Shell Charm Rope Necklace: $48 at anthropologie.com.
Lola Blankets Bondi Beige Blanket: $249 at lolablankets.com.
Nécessaire Hinoki Body Lotion: $48 at amazon.com.
Rothy’s Square Mary Jane Flats: $99 (Originally $159) at rothys.com.
Mother’s Day in Australia is celebrated on the second Sunday of May each year. In 2025, Mother’s Day falls on May 11.