Read: The 40 Best Gifts For Southern Mamas—According To The Women Who Raised Us
By: Melanie Fincher
Moms are hard to shop for—not necessarily because they’re picky, but because it’s hard to find a gift that truly shows them the thanks they deserve. Like so many of us, I happen to have an extra-special mother to shop for, so I always want to recommend gifts that will make moms feel loved and appreciated.
For insight on what makes a great gift for moms, I went straight to the source: my own mom. “An ideal gift for Mom is one that shows that her children know her well, including what brings her joy,” she says. (Thanks, Mom!)
Keeping this advice in mind, I curated a list of products I have given my mom in the past as well as products I have personally used that I think would be a guaranteed hit, whether you’re shopping for a Mother’s Day gift or for your mother-in-law. I also picked the brains of my fellow Southern Living editors on gifts they’ve given (or want to give) their moms. Finally, I included products we’ve tested either in our lab or at home that would make great gifts for moms, no matter the occasion.
Tom Beckbe Women's Loxley Quilted Vest
If Mom is always messing with the thermostat, this windproof, insulated vest is just what she needs to keep warm. From the Birmingham-based apparel company, this quilted vest has a flattering silhouette and two interior pockets. Plus, it comes in eight earthy colors.