Mom Is Mothering

Searching for the perfect gift to celebrate mom (or the mother figure in your life) this year? We’re here to help make shopping just a little easier so you can focus on making mom feel special on her big day. Whether you’re gifting a mom on the go, looking for splurge-worthy ideas (because she’s totally worth it), moms who like to travel, moms who like to entertain, for a new mom or mom to be, homebody moms, plant lovers, gifts that give back, gifts under $100, gifts for grandma or mother-in-law, yoga loving moms, gifts for wives, or moms who like to cook (and enjoy going to the market)…we’ve put together a list of unique and thoughtful ideas that she is sure to love, no matter your budget.

Ivy Cove, a laidback luxury and sustainable brand with female founder, Ivy Moliver, based out of Montecito, CA, has a variety of beautiful and handcrafted leather goods and lifestyle accessories every mom will adore this Mother’s Day. From a new chic bag for work, running errands, travel or yoga to cozy slippers, cocktail shakers, coasters, drink tags, serving trays, planters, beauty pouches, wallets, picture frames, key chains, diaper bags for new moms, beach mats, aprons and market totes (with labeled pockets!)… there’s something for everyone! But most importantly, make sure to tell mom just how much you appreciate her!

Gifts For Moms On The Go

Whether she’s off to work, the market or running errands, these bags are just too cute. We love the look and size of this cotton canvas bike bag with leather trim making it the perfect bag for a busy mom wherever the day takes her. This reversible honeycomb market tote transforms from an easy to store flat piece to a unique shopping tote. Just think how pretty it will look with some fresh produce, flowers or bottle of wine.

Balboa Bike Bag $130

Union Square Market Tote $98

Splurge-Worthy (Luxury Gifts for Mom…Because She’s Worth It!)

This Mother’s Day is in the bag! See what we did there? Spoil your mom with a gorgeous, new luxury designer bag or oversized leather tote to hold all her essentials (with responsibly sourced leather). Because let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a new bag? Plus she can carry it around all day and think of you.

East West Tote $225

Harbor Crossbody $238

Morro Zip Tote $278

Emerald Coast Crossbody $348

For Moms Who Like To Travel (Or Planning That Upcoming Beach Trip)

If your mom loves to travel and is already thinking about her summer plans, surprise her with some fun travel accessories. Help keep mom’s jewelry safe and organized for her next trip with this sweet jewelry box. Gift her some luxe beach sandals or this elevated, classic tote in small or large; perfect for a weekend getaway. We are also loving this straw beach mat that rolls up and is way cuter to lay on than any beach towel. 

Keeper Jewelry Box $98

Sagamore Tote $128

Paradise Beach Mat $98

Goleta Sandal $280

Moms Who Like To Entertain

From bold, around the world coasters and chic serving trays to unique drink tags or a leather trim cocktail shaker, these gifts are our top picks for the moms who love to host and have the gift of hospitality. 

Around the World Coaster Set $108 

Isla Vista Tray $208

Barossa Drink Tags (Set of 6) $20

Shoreline Cocktail Shaker $120

For A New Mom Or Mom To Be

Any new mom or mom to be will be thrilled to receive a diaper bag for Mother’s Day. Whether her style is a diaper backpack or tote (or tote with detachable straps to convert to a backpack…genius!), these cool, luxe bags with multiple compartments, easy to clean fabric and durability are sure to last way past the diaper years. 

Genesis Diaper Backpack $268

Aya Diaper Tote $268

Homebody Moms (Who Love All Things Cozy or a Spa Day!)

You can’t go wrong with a comfy pair of slippers for mom! This year, pamper her with a pair that gives luxe, glam vibes like this rabbit fur sandal or rabbit fur pom poms. Bonus points if you add a gift card to her favorite spa or treat her to some home spa products for a little self care and relaxation. 

Ynez Rabbit Fur Sandal $148

Pom Pom Slipper $125

For Plant Loving Moms

While it’s safe to say every mom loves flowers, why not change things up this year with gifting a plant that lasts way longer than any blooms. Add her favorite houseplant to one of these hanging or leather planters to complete the gift and instantly brighten up any room. 

Point Dume Hanging Planter $68

Driftwood Leather Planter $70

Mom Gifts That Give Back And Empower Young Girls

She will be so thrilled to know that the gift you bought is helping to make a difference in the world! Ivy Cove has partnered with Step Up, the mentorship nonprofit guiding girls to their success, to design this exclusive, reversible market tote. 20% of proceeds from each tote will go directly back to the organization to help support their mentorship programs.

Step Up Market Tote $118 (reversible)

Gifts Under $100

If you are on a budget to find something special for mom, we got you! There are a variety of affordable luxury options from Ivy Cove under $100 like a phone case bag (a fashionable way to be hands free with your phone by your side), travel bags (bonus points to add a few of her favorite beauty products inside), Apple watch strap, or sleek wallet.

Leadbetter Phone Case $99

Mesa Travel Bag $78 to $98

Longboard Apple Watch Strap $78

Seafoam Zip Wallet $90

Gifts for Grandma or Mother-in-law

In a world where most of our photos are seen on social media, it feels special to print out a current family photo and add it to a luxe picture frame for her to cherish for years to come. If you’re on a budget, we love this tassel charm to add to your keys or a bag for decoration. And if you’re looking to splurge, this elegant and spacious Saltwater Tote makes for a perfect weekender, day tripper, beach bag, or picnic bag. You may just want one for yourself!

Hampton Photo Frame 4×6 $125

Montauk 5×7 Photo Frame  $150

Saltwater Tote $238

Rio Trio Tassel Charm $38

Yoga Loving Moms

If staying healthy and in shape is a priority to her, she will absolutely love this leather yoga bag or harness that easily transports her yoga mat. Maybe the two of you could even take a yoga class together for some quality time followed by her favorite brunch spot.

Fountainhead Yoga Bag $128

Dunes Yoga Mat Harness $105

Gifts For Wives

Don’t forget to gift your wife on Mother’s Day. After all, she deserves it for all that she does. This year, gift her something she really wants like this chic, ombre leather bag inspired by the beautiful waters of Milos, Greece or this stylish and spacious Cape Cod Tote that she’ll want to take with her everywhere (from day to day life to a weekender or a picnic in the park). For a unique spin on gifting flowers, opt for an on-trend 3D flower design on a beautiful rattan crossbody or leather bag. 

Milos Bag $198

Cape Cod Tote $228

Sag Harbor Rattan Crossbody $228

Bristol Tote Bag $320

For Moms Who Love To Cook (And Enjoy Trips To The Market)

Homemade meals from mom really are the best, right? For the moms who love to cook and enjoy going to the store, gift her this Terre Tote with 6 adorable pockets to keep her groceries organized with a special place for fruit, vegetables, bread, cheese, wine, flowers and everything in between! The reversible Union Square Market Tote is one of those bags where you just might want to keep all your produce hanging up, it’s that cute. Or gift mom a stylish apron and ask if you can join her in the kitchen to cook up a special family meal together.

Terre Tote $98

Union Square Market Tote $98

Gaviota Apron $78

Union Square Market Tote $98

To view the full Ivy Cove collection: www.IvyCove.com

Daniel Quintanilla

Bydanieldcnyc

After spending 7 years writing for Examiner.com specializing in Lauren Conrad, "The Hills", and fashion, Daniel continues that same method exploring a lot more with "Daniel plus Lauren".

Leave a Reply

Discover more from DANIEL+LAUREN

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading