10 Mother’s Day Gifts for the Fashion-Forward Mom
From a fashion book to the chicest pair of jeans, these are the fashionable gifts your mother will love.
Mother’s Day is fast-approaching, and as one of the most personal holidays of the year draws nearer, gift ideas for mom are hard-searched. But for the mom who is obsessed with all things fashion, there’s a plethora of things you can give her this year to make her day.
Read on to see our 10 picks to give the mom who is the trendsetter and the fashion fanatic, the lover of everything stylish and sentimental.
1. Homesick New York City Candle
If your fashion-forward mom already has all the latest styles and trends, think outside the box this year by getting her something that’ll remind her of New York Fashion Week, the runways and the paparazzi, the glitz and the glam. A surefire welcome addition to her already chic home, the distinctive scents of Central Park and the finest department stores are encapsulated in this candle, bringing the very best of the fashion center of the world.
Shop the Homesick New York City Candle for $34 here.
2. The Metropolitan Museum of Art Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination Book
Let’s be honest: what fashionista doesn’t love all things Met Gala? A lovely addition to your mom’s library or coffee table, this book cataloguing the Costume Institute’s iconic Heavenly Bodies show is everything, a fantastic read and an even better memento. She’ll hold onto this one for years to come.
Shop the Met’s Heavenly Bodies book for $65 here.
3. Staud Shoko Sweater
As a fashion lover, your mom knows this spring and summer are all about bright, vibrant pastels modeled on the ’70s and ’80s. This groovy yet sophisticated sweater dress will go a long way, colorblocked with tangerine and baby pink for a comfortable, chic look made of knit fabric. Plus, it’s super functional, doubling as a cardigan for layering on chillier days.
Shop the Staud Soko Sweater for $165 here.
4. Alexander Wang Cinched Button Down
Every mom needs a good button down, and every fashionista needs an Alexander Wang button down. Made of slick black leather, it features ruched sleeves and a cinched waist, adorned with mother of pearl buttons and metal collar stays for a truly finely-crafted staple piece she’ll love.
Shop the Alexander Wang Cinched Button Down for $995 here.
5. Chanel Square Sunglasses
Black sunglasses are a fashion essential—versatile, sleek and sophisticated, they pair with everything and are wearable year-round. Chanel makes the perfect pair of all-black sunnies, with brown lenses and a square frame with a silver logo on the temples. Your mom will love these—guaranteed.
Shop the Chanel Square Sunglasses for $455 here.
6. Maison Margiela White Reebok Classic Leather Tabi Sneakers
For the fashionable mother who still wants to stay functional in her on-the-go life, Tabi x Reebok sneakers are a must. Adhering to streetwear’s all-white trend, these combine the sophistication of leather Tabis with the practicality of chunky Reeboks, making them the perfect pair of shoes for the mom who has a lot to do and a lot to wear.
Shop the Maison Margiela White Reebok Classic Leather Tabi Sneakers for $300 here.
7. Etro Patchwork Jeans with Fringe Hem
For every fashionista, at least one pair of staple jeans is an absolute essential; for every mother, the same rule applies. Casual yet elevated, these patchwork bandana jeans by Etro combine everyday functionality with fashion-forward detail, combining a slim fit with flared legs ending in raw-edged fringe.
Shop the Etro Patchwork Jeans with Fringe Hem for $900 here.
8. Loewe Mini Heel Pouch in Soft Calfskin
Loewe never fails at combining practicality, versatility and utter chicness—every fashion-lover’s dream, and certainly every mom’s dream. This structured mini pouch is ideal for nights out or the everyday, whether it’s walking the dog or meeting the girls for a wine night. With a simple shoulder strap enabling a neck, shoulder or crossbody carry and a neat closing flap with an embossed anagram, what’s not to love?
Shop the Loewe Mini Heel Pouch for $390 here.
9. Lisa Says Gah Kate Scarf
It’s a nearly universally known fact that moms just love scarves. If your mother is the type of mom who bundles herself in a new scarf every chilly day, or if she’s the type of mom who’s had the same staple scarf for years and needs a replacement, this vibrant, bold orange daisy scarf is a must-have. Made in collaboration with Swedish artist KJP, your mom will be the coolest one on the block with this acrylic patterned scarf.
Shop the Lisa Says Gah Kate Scarf for $149 here.
10. Christian Dior Belt
And, finally, no one can claim to be a fashion-lover without having a certifiable collection of belts. Surely your mom has all the basics, from the chunky logos to the leather bands, but this thick Christian Dior logo belt inspired by the iconic Book Tote is something she’ll love. With an embroidered pattern in the image of the House, this navy and cream belt features two leather straps in the front and embroidered canvas on the back, fastening with an antique gold-finish rectangular buckle to make an elevated statement.
Shop the Christian Dior Belt for $1,050 here.