25 Thoughtful Mother's Day Gifts Your Mother-in-Law Will Love

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Gift your spouse's mom with candles, flowers and more MIL-friendly ideas this holiday.

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8, which means it's time to truly take stock of the mother figures in your life. This year, we want to include the women who brought your wonderful partners into the world, but we know that purchasing a gift for your mother-in-law can be a bit intimidating.

Getting your mother-in-law's approval can be made a cinch with a great Mother's Day gift (yes, sometimes it is that easy). Whether your mother-in-law spends her time drumming up new recipes, playing with the kids, giving her skin at-home spa treatments, or learning about the newest high-tech gadgets, we've done the digging for gifts of varying customization and sentiment that will make her day a special one. 

Impressing your mother-in-law with the perfect gift is only a few clicks away. Below, shop our picks for gifts your mother-in-law will love this Mother's Day. 

Best Mother’s Day Gifts For Your Mother-In-Law

Kate Spade Charlotte Street Wine Glass Set

Kate Spade Charlotte Street Wine Glass Set
Amazon

Kate Spade Charlotte Street Wine Glass Set

These highly rated Kate Spade Wine Glasses feature a fun-twist to your ordinary wine glasses. They're not only cute, but also durable and dishwasher safe.

$45 $40

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La Mer The Mini Miracle Broth Introductory Glow Set

La Mer The Mini Miracle Broth Introductory Glow Set
Nordstrom

La Mer The Mini Miracle Broth Introductory Glow Set

Give the gift of luxurious skincare essentials from La Mer with this set featuring 4 much-loved products in a gift-ready box.

Capri Blue Volcano Shatter Frost Glass Jar Candle

Capri Blue Volcano Shatter Frost Glass Jar Candle
Anthropologie

Capri Blue Volcano Shatter Frost Glass Jar Candle

This Capri Blue candle is a long-standing favorite among Anthropologie shoppers because of its beautiful scent and 70 hour burning time, perfect for the MIL who loves her home.

$34 $25

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Chanel No. 5 Perfume

Chanel No. 5 Perfume
Chanel

Chanel No. 5 Perfume

You can't go wrong with this Chanel classic.

Brightland The Artist Capsule Olive Oil

Brightland The Artist Capsule Olive Oil
Brightland

Brightland The Artist Capsule Olive Oil

Brightland's capsule collection features a range of infused olive oils with red chili peppers, garlic, lemon, and basil. 
 

$160 $150

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Casamigos Cocktail Gift Set

Casamigos Cocktail Gift Set
Williams Sonoma

Casamigos Cocktail Gift Set

Toast to the woman who raised your spouse with this Casamigos craft cocktail set — she definitely deserves a drink.

$50 and up

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Always Pan

Always Pan
Our Place

Always Pan

Our Place's cult-favorite (and TikTok-approved) Always Pan is intended to encompass eight separate pieces of essential cookware in one convenient kitchen tool.

$145 $115

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Le Marais Assorted Pastry Sampler, Set of 12

Le Marais Assorted Pastry Sampler, Set of 12
Williams Sonoma

Le Marais Assorted Pastry Sampler, Set of 12

Take Mother's Day brunch to new delicious heights with this assortment of classic French pastries from the renowned Le Marais Bakery in San Francisco.

Birkenstock Essentials Arizona Waterproof Slide Sandal

Birkenstock Essentials Arizona Waterproof Slide Sandal
Nordstrom

Birkenstock Essentials Arizona Waterproof Slide Sandal

If your mother-in-law loves being up on the latest trends, she'll adore this pair of ultra-comfy Birkenstocks, seen everywhere this Spring, perfect for days in the garden or by the pool. 

Baboon To The Moon Water Resistant Nylon Belt Bag

Baboon To The Moon Water Resistant Nylon Belt Bag
Nordstrom

Baboon To The Moon Water Resistant Nylon Belt Bag

If your MIL is a hiker or traveler, she'll love this waterproof belt bag, perfect for carrying all her on-the-go essentials.

Nod Pod Sleep Mask

Nod Pod Sleep Mask
Nordstrom

Nod Pod Sleep Mask

Give the gift of better sleep with this weighted eye mask, which helps alleviate stress as you snooze. 

Tea Lover's Mother's Day Gift Set

Tea Lover's Mother's Day Gift Set
Uncommon Goods

Tea Lover's Mother's Day Gift Set

Spice up your mother-in-law's tea collection with this set that includes a wide array of herbal and tranquil teas, as well as a super cute mug.

Compact Swivel Cheese Board with Knives

Compact Swivel Cheese Board with Knives
Uncommon Goods

Compact Swivel Cheese Board with Knives

If your MIL relishes her position as party-host, don't miss out on this swivel cheese board from Uncommon Goods, which transforms into a stunning, tiered display for any cocktail hour.

$47 and up

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Kendra Scott Ari Heart Necklace

Kendra Scott Ari Heart Necklace
Amazon

Kendra Scott Ari Heart Necklace

Every woman deserves to own a dainty, classically ethereal Kendra Scott pendant — just like this Ari Heart Necklace.

$50 $40

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Peter Thomas Roth Mask To The Max! 4-Piece Mask Kit

Peter Thomas Roth Mask To The Max! 4-Piece Mask Kit
Sephora

Peter Thomas Roth Mask To The Max! 4-Piece Mask Kit

This four-piece kit of new and cult-favorite masks from Peter Thomas Roth will provide your mother-in-law with everything she needs to hydrate, exfoliate, soothe, and firm her skin.

Diptyque Feuille de Lavande/Lavender Leaf Scented Candle

Diptyque Feuille de Lavande/Lavender Leaf Scented Candle
Nordstrom

Diptyque Feuille de Lavande/Lavender Leaf Scented Candle

If you're looking to impress your mother-in-law, this luxury candle from Diptyque will win you tons of points.

$38 and up

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Savvy Outdoors Wine Tote Bag with Stemless Wine Glasses

Savvy Outdoors Wine Tote Bag with Stemless Wine Glasses
Amazon

Savvy Outdoors Wine Tote Bag with Stemless Wine Glasses

Place her favorite bottle of wine into this portable wine tote with outdoor-friendly wine glasses for a personalized gift she'll adore.

$53 $50

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Spring Assorted Chocolate Gift Box, 19pc.

Spring Assorted Chocolate Gift Box, 19pc.
Godiva

Spring Assorted Chocolate Gift Box, 19pc.

Feed your mother-in-law's sweet tooth with this assortment of spring time chocolates from Godiva.

Roku Streaming Stick 4K

Roku Streaming Stick 4K
Amazon

Roku Streaming Stick 4K

With an all-new design that plugs right into your TV, you can start streaming channels like Disney plus, Prime Video, HBO Max, Apple TV plus, Netflix, Sling, and Hulu in a snap—just turn on your TV. 

$50 $39

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Mark & Graham Raffia Build Your Bag

Mark & Graham Raffia Build Your Bag
Mark & Graham

Mark & Graham Raffia Build Your Bag

Everyone loves a personalized gift, and your mother-in-law is no exception. She'll love this tote from Mark & Graham that you can customize with her monogram. 

$18 and up

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Zum Bar Goat's Milk Soap

Zum Bar Goat's Milk Soap
Amazon

Zum Bar Goat's Milk Soap

If you're searching for something inexpensive but still thoughtful, a fancy bar of soap for a powder room is always a safe bet. This trio from Zum Bars is made of goat's milk and comes in three delightful lavender-inspired scents.

Mother's Day Tea-for-One Set

Mother's Day Tea-for-One Set
Anthropologie

Mother's Day Tea-for-One Set

This stackable mug and tea pot are a beautifully crafted gift sure to make anyone's mother-in-law smile.

Harry & David Sending Love Mother's Day Gift Box

Harry & David Sending Love Mother's Day Gift Box
Harry & David

Harry & David Sending Love Mother's Day Gift Box

Harry & David is filled with gift basket options sure to please your mother-in-law, but we love this thoughtful assortment which contains pears, shortbread cookies, cheese and Mai Tai mix.

Marble Honeycomb Cheese Knives, Set of 3

Marble Honeycomb Cheese Knives, Set of 3
Williams Sonoma

Marble Honeycomb Cheese Knives, Set of 3

These best-selling cheese knives from Williams Sonoma make an extra sweet gift for Mother's Day.

Gucci 57mm Fashion Sunglasses

Gucci 57mm Fashion Sunglasses
Nordstrom Rack

Gucci 57mm Fashion Sunglasses

Add a dash of luxury to your MIL's special day with a trendy pair of designer sunglasses. We love this sleek pair from Gucci she can throw on with any outfit this spring, summer and far into the future. Plus, they're 60% off.

$480 $190

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Check out more ideas from our ultimate guide to Mother's Day gifts for every type of mom and from our friends at Dabl and CBS Essentials.

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