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    Not Candles, Not Sweaters: 20 Mother's Day Gifts Your Mom Is Secretly Wishing For

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    Mother#039;s Day
    (Image credit: Mother's Day)
    By Marie Claire Editors
    In Buying Guides

    Mother's Day is an opportunity to show appreciation for the person who means the most to you—and a scented candle likely isn't conveying the love you want it to. What moms really want is something that not only shows you care, but also that you listen and notice.

    This is why I curated a gift guide for every type of mom, from the wellness aficionado to the tech-loving homebody to the glam, fashion-forward type. Keep scrolling to shop our tightly curated edit that's bound to impress every mother figure in your life.

    For the Beauty and Fashion Lover

    If your mom was your first muse—the one whose closet you loved to raid and whose lipstick you still love to steal—take note of the finds below. The fluttery lashes, elegant shoes, and pops of pink will speak to her good taste.

    Adriana Sandal

    Elizée
    Adriana Sandal
    $690
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    This is the type of gift you might want to keep for yourself. These limited-edition sandals pair refined leopard-print suede with sleek patent-leather accents to create a gorgeous day-to-night closet staple she'll wear for years.

    The Dreamer Pre-Glued With Protechtamp;trade;

    FlutterHabit
    The Dreamer Pre-Glued
    $35
    $35 AT FLUTTERHABIT

    Give the glam mom who's always on the go the fluttery lashes of her dreams, no glue required.

    Carmina Mule

    Elizée
    Carmina Mule
    $710
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    Her new favorite signature shoe. With ruched Italian leather and a gold ring, these polished platform mules are luxurious yet comfortable.

    The Bestie

    FlutterHabit
    The Bestie
    $35
    $35 AT FLUTTERHABIT

    If natural glam is her beat, she'll love these tapered false lashes. It comes with six pairs that last up to 10 days, saving her much-needed time and effort.

    Womens Alpargata Classic Almond Crochet

    TOMS
    Alpargata Classic Almond Crochet
    $65
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    Who doesn't love a crochet moment for spring and summer?

    Finipil Lait 50

    Finipil
    Lait 50 (Was $20)
    $17
    $17 AT EQUIBAL

    The multitasking skincare product every mom needs in her bathroom cabinet. It's like first aid for your skin, helping with everything from razor burn to sunburn.

    For the Healthy Mom

    Wellness looks different for everyone. Whether your mom prioritizes meditation, time outdoors, or daily strength training sessions to keep her body and mind feeling their best, she'll appreciate the range of health-forward gifts below.

    Glow With Your Gut

    Sera and Mattina
    Glow With Your Gut
    $55
    $55 AT SERA AND MATTINA

    This tribiotic is the key to immaculate gut health. It features a blend of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics, along with natural glow-enhancing ingredients to nourish both her microbiome and her complexion.

    Monstera Deliciosa (nursery Pot) - Small

    Plant in the Box
    Monstera Deliciosa Nursery Pot
    $42
    $42 AT PLANT IN THE BOX

    Plants are unique gifts that add a grounding element to any space.

    Hydrops

    Sera and Mattina
    HyDrops
    $43
    $43 AT SERA AND MATTINA

    Hydrate from within with this blend of 72 ionic trace minerals, electrolytes, and essential macro minerals.

    Womens Alpargata Classic Taupe Embroidered Heritage Canvas

    Toms
    Alpargata Classic Taupe Embroidered Heritage Canvas
    $55
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    The ultimate versatile boho shoe. She'll love wearing these on the way to yoga.

    Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides

    Sera and Mattina
    Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides
    $55
    $55 AT SERA AND MATTINA

    Collagen peptides are the wellness trend du jour, but they have so many benefits, including healthy skin, strong hair and nails, and hormone and gut balance.

    For the Home Décor and Tech-Loving Homebody

    Some moms love lunches out, spa days, and travel. Others prefer the intimacy of spending the day at home with loved ones. If your mom prefers the latter, gifts like photo frames, fresh plants, tech accessories, and appliances are a great way to elevate her happy place.

    Litter-Robotamp;reg; Evo

    Whisker
    Litter-Robot Evo
    $599
    $599 AT WHISKER

    Cat moms will love this high-tech self-cleaning litter box.

    11 Phone Chain Set Glacier

    Cordée Cases
    Phone Chain Set Glacier
    $70
    $70 AT CORDÉE CASES

    The dreamy baby-blue phone case with a chain is useful and beautiful.

    Snapshot Frame

    Inkifi
    Snapshot Frame (Was $99)
    $74
    $69 AT INKIFI

    Moms love sentimental gifts, so put your favorite photos together in this frame. It might just induce happy tears.

    Anthurium Andraeanum #039;red#039; (nursery Pot) - Small

    Plant in the Box
    Anthurium Andraeanum Nursery Pot
    $49
    $49 AT PLANT IN THE BOX

    Elevate her home with this blooming Painter's Palette plant.

    05 Phone Chain Set Midnight

    Cordée Cases
    Phone Chain Set in Midnight
    $65
    $65 AT CORDÉE CASES

    I love the classic pearl accents on this phone chain, and I know any mom would, too.

    Thermomixamp;reg; Tm7amp;trade; amp;amp; Cutter+

    Thermomix®️
    Thermomix®️ TM7™️
    $1749
    $1699 AT THERMOMIX

    If your mom is always in the kitchen, you know she'll love this multi-use appliance.

    Moments Frame

    Inkifi
    Moments Frame (Was $229)
    $172
    $160 AT INKIFI

    Can't choose your favorite photos of you and your mom? This frame allows over 50 images.

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