With Mother’s Day just over a week away, I wanted to give any last-minute shoppers some fun gift ideas curated from past and future i/Editor recommendations (plus a few of my personal picks!). Whether you’re buying for a mom figure in your life or mothering yourself with a little treat, here are some favorites.
P.S. Don’t hesitate to share this article with the kids in your life if you think they need a gentle nudge and a little inspiration!
Your mom is priceless. Give her, or yourself, a sleek investment piece from
’s masterfully crafted handbag collection. Colors range from neutral to Yves Klein blue.
Any pair of Selima Optique sunglasses will give your mom an undeniable wow factor. In her i/Edit interview,
shared that Selima’s store in Noho is a great spot where you can also pick up some thoughtfully curated vintage clothes to go with your glasses.April also recommends bags from Clare V (by
). We love the springy vibes of this cross-body and tote.These playful and chic sardine earrings from Bottega Veneta come in a happy orange papaya color, cool green, and silver. Loewe’s bucket-shaped ‘Pebble’ bag is made of the dreamiest soft suede and fun striped rafia.
The gorgeously-cut ‘Monica’ dress from future i/Editor Natalie Martin comes in a variety of colors, patterns, and fabrics, so you can choose the best fit for your mom’s personal style.

Any of these dresses would pair beautifully with a colorful yet neutral raffia tote from future i/Editor Gabriele Frantzen. Get the set and then take your mom out to brunch.

For a polished aesthetic, try something from one of i/Editor Robyn Lea’s favorite under-the-radar designers — Martin Grant — who she described as having “a purity of aesthetic that few can rival.” Pair with a statement spring earring, like this flower set from
.
If you’re looking to go the fragrance route, beauty expert
shared a few favorites in her i/Edit interview: “Nothing else smells like Fueguia Elogio de la Sombra, an iris and lemon I douse myself with regularly, or Aedes Copal Azur, a salty marine incense I spray when I want to feel cool.”
For artist-made items that your mom can use and love every day, future i/Editors
(of Totem Home) and ceramicist Sean Gin deliver.When available, i/Edit uses affiliate links — if you purchase something linked in our newsletter, we may receive a commission to help fund our continued work! Rest assured, all product recommendations still come straight from our i/Editors and are not driven by sponsors.