Expensive Mother’s Day Gifts That Are Worth It

For spending hours withhot rollersin her hair and cucumbers under her eyes, here’s an extra-absorbentbathrobe. FormerStrategistwriterRachael Griffithsdoes the entirety of her beauty routine (from skin care tohair drying) in it.

They’re made from a blend of Tencel Modal fibers and spandex, which offers a soft, lightweight, and breathable feel that’ll keep her cool between the sheets.

As seen in last year’s print Strategist “Gift Issue” are these slippers from Cinabre (theofficial tie supplier to the French president). Each slipper is stitched in the tradition of a century-old Charentais workshop, and you can customize the tag on the inside of them with handwritten initials and a date.

“Once you know the visual vocabulary to spot aTed Muehling, you’ll see them everywhere,” says illustrator Joana Avillez, who once wrote about hermom’s love for the jewelry line’s earrings. Get an original with theseberries, available in amethyst, turquoise, carnelian, citrine, chalcedony, and chrysoprase (seen here).

Thislow-maintenance cashmere shawl(which reminds me of something Ina Garten or a Nancy Meyers heroine would wear) can be thrown on whenever there’s a drop in temperature. This one, in a very on-trend shade of mint, in on sale right now.

Not only could theseclogsbe worn for basil picking in a muddy garden, they’re nice enough to go tomato shopping at the farmers’ market.

Yes, this is a pricey perfume, but it’s more than just a pretty scent. It’s afunctional fragrance, designed with neuroscience to evoke a certain mood — in this case, peace and comfort. I’ve been wearing the French fragrance — a white floral with a hint of citrus and vanilla — for a couple of months. Not only do I love the scent, but strangers compliment it often. And I must say, I do feel peaceful and a sense of comfort while wearing it.

This luxe hand cream contains retinol, colloidal oatmeal, and panthenol to repair dry, hardworking hands. The limited-edition gift comes with a mother-of-pearl case and three pods inside. It looks great on a nightstand, so she can massage it into her hands before bed.

It’sLe Labo’s best-known scent in solid-bar-soap form. It smells like sandalwood, cedar, and soft leather. It’s not your typical clean-smelling soap. It’s warm and woodsy and makes your bathroom smell like a boutique hotel.

You’ll find it in thebathroom at Zimmi’s, among other buzzy places.

Aboar-bristle brush(likeMason Pearson’s) that’ll be sitting pretty on her vanity, La Bonne Brosse’s N.01 has made Strategist senior writerLiza Corsillo’s hair shinier and less prone to flyaways. And depending on different hair-care needs, there’s also theN.02for detangling,N.03for gentle scalp care, andN.04for massaging.

The debut of Dyson’s Supersonic set the hair world abuzz years ago, and years later, it’s still the besthair dryermoney can buy. It gives a salon-worthy blowout you don’t have to pay a hairstylist for.

Thehandy gadgetrecently got an upgrade. The 2.0 has even more targeted microcurrents and nanocurrents. The combination of currents boost collagen, tone facial muscles, and even reduce dark spots. This one comes with three gels instead of one.

The biggest selling point ofHigher Dose’s travel-size sauna blanketis “basically, your body feels like you’re working out, but without having to ever step foot in the gym,” says Strategist contributorHalley Furlong-Mitchell. (The online listed benefits — “sweats out impurities and burn calories,” “reduces stress and boost mood,” “increases blood flow and circulation,” “promotes glowing skin” — seem true in Furlong-Mitchell’s experience.) It’ll bejustthe thing for the mother who doesn’t know how to relax.

Unlike a traditional ice-cream-maker, the Ninja Creami Swirl “doesn’t use a freezer bowl, nor does it come with a built-in freezer compressor,” explains senior writerLauren Ro. “Instead, you freeze your ice-cream mixture overnight, then spin it in the machine, which uses a blade that breaks down the mix.” No more need for a cone of Häagen-Dazs. (There’s an extractor that turns out a soft serve that tastes like McDonald’s, too.)

Thebest soda-maker on the marketis outfitted with different fizz levels for “Topo Chico–style” bubbles and ones similar to those in a bottle of Schweppes.

A Smythsonnotebookwill make jotting down her notes a little less dull.(You can also brag that the company madeQueen Victoria’s stationery.)

The Meural Canvas has the best screen of anydigital picture frameStrategist tech writerJordan McMahonhas tried out for “about as close as you can get to making large prints of your favorite smartphone photos without having to run to get them printed.” And it’ll help clear off the side of the fridge covered with school photos and postcards.

Journalist and mom of two young children Amy Marturana Winderl received this mug as a gift and says it’s been life-changing. “My biggest complaint as a mom is that my coffee is never hot,” she says. “My husband got this for me, and I’m obsessed.” She hasn’t had to reheat her coffee mug in the microwave since.

As an always-on-the-go mom of three, any gift that cleans my house without my involvement would be worth it to me. This robot vacuum and mop fits the bill, and with great reviews. One reviewer on Amazon writes, “This thing is worth every penny. I’m so grateful for this little robot. I’ve named her Rosey, like from the Jetsons, because she feels like the future.” And a friend with a teen and dogs told me her floors have never been so clean.

I was a late adopter to thered-light-mask trend, but now that I have one, I get the hype. This one fits comfortably, allows you to turn on different face zones if you don’t want the full treatment, and takes only three minutes. (I can commit to that.) After just the first week of consistent use, people started telling me my skin looked glowy. It’s likely from revved-up blood flow, but I’ll take it.

A polished update to the ballet-flat comeback, these mesh mary jane buckle flats strike the balance between delicate and directional. The woven material keeps them light and breathable, and the wide strap adds just enough structure to elevate an everyday outfit.

It’s a trendy piece that proves its value quickly. This weekend bag is packed with thoughtful details — smart compartments, a dedicated shoe section, and a trolley sleeve that makes airport navigation easier. It’s an upgrade she’ll use often.

A modern take on the classic hoop, these domed earrings have a sculptural, high-shine finish that feels more like wearable art than everyday jewelry.