Oh, hey, all you procrastinators who stumbled upon this list of last-minute Mother’s Day gifts, the algorithm knows you well, huh? Lol, kidding, kidding! But the holiday falls on Sunday, May 14 this year, so ya do kinda need to start shopping now if you want to find a special present for Mom (and have it actually arrive on time). Luckily, I gotchu covered with this list of gorgeous and thoughtful gifts from Amazon Prime, Revolve, and other retailers that offer expedited shipping!
Below, I’ve rounded up the best last-minute Mother’s Day gifts with options for super-fast shipping that won’t make you look like a slacker—from fashion and beauty goodies to kitchen accessories and tech gadgets. (Pro tip: These gifts also work well for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, etc.) We’ve even included a few options from stores that offer curbside pickup so you can grab it on your way to celebrate with Mama. And the best part? She’ll have no idea you put it off until the last second.
This is the perfect time to buy mom a brand-new (and very fluffy) pair of slippers that she’ll adore wearing around the house (and I'm just saying, added foot support can't be beat).
If you’re really cutting it close this year and don’t have time to get a physical present, make your mom's day by gifting something that can be used at a later date like a vacation voucher, a flight ticket, or even a VRBO reservation! This peaceful cabin in beautiful Wyoming is available for just $250 per night.
If you’re really in a pinch—like, I’m talkin' less than 24 hours—try signing your mom up for FabFitFun. She’ll never know it was a last-minute decision because the service activates immediately, and a seasonal subscription box is truly the gift that keeps on giving.
Whether she's looking for something cozy to wear to her next Zoom meeting or something comfy to lounge in over the weekend, introduce her to her new favorite zip-up sweater.
Every mom needs a pair of these top-rated drawstring joggers. Honestly, you just need to make sure your mom doesn’t already own a pair, that’s how sure I am that she’ll love them.
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The Drop Women's Clara Pleated Wide Leg Cut Hem Jean
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The Drop Women's Clara Pleated Wide Leg Cut Hem Jean
If you know a mom who doesn't have the time to style an entire outfit, this jumpsuit with a drawstring waist will make her feel put-together without much effort.
A subscription service is a thoughtful gift you can purchase on the day of (and your mom will never even know you almost forgot about Mother’s Day altogether). This one from Alo Moves offers thousands of workout classes, the world’s best instructors, and tons of daily motivation.
Want to make it look like you spent a lot more money than you actually did? A beauty gift set is the way to go—and it doesn’t hurt if you choose one from a designer label like Valentino!
This Beysis product is not just any old water bottle, it's durable and has a double-walled, stainless-steel design, plus it keeps hot for 12 hours and cold for 24 hours. It’s available in seven chic colorways and can be customized with your momma’s name! Standard shipping for customized and non-customized water bottles takes three to seven days for a flat rate of $9 across the United States (expedited one- to two-day shipping is also available for $13).
If boxed wine got a facelift! Aside from being so dang giftable, Drink Juliet products are gluten-free, vegan, low in sugar, sustainably-sourced, and eco-friendly. Orders ship within two to three business days.
Okay, I’ll admit that traditional Tupperware is not the most glamorous of Mother’s Day gifts—but this set of non-toxic ceramic-coated glass containers is the exception. They feature fancy air release technology that keeps leftovers fresh for (what feels like) forever, plus they'll make any fridge look so nice n' neat. So if your mom has a lot of mouths to feed or she’s an avid meal-prepper, these will be greatly appreciated.
True story: I ordered these for my mom last year and she cried from happiness. (I don't know if that says more about how great they are or about how low the bar is for me when it comes to Mother’s Day gifts, but whatever!) It's also worth noting that Urban Stems offers coast-to-coast next-day delivery and same-day delivery in New York City and Washington D.C.
Not only does this mango- and goji berry-scented diffuser smell incredible, but it also comes in the cutest ceramic votive (peep the colorful butterflies!) that'll make for gorge home decor.
Hanna Flanagan is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, sharing her recommendations for everything from denim and eye creams to coffee mugs and silk sheets. Before joining Cosmopolitan, she wrote fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content at People (so, yes, she’s basically a professional product tester at this point). Follow her on Instagram for photos of Timothée Chalamet and #OOTD mirror pics.
Megan Uy is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram.