Mother’s Day 2025: Thoughtful Gift Ideas For Every Type Of Mum
Mother's Day is on the horizon, and you'll want to get ahead and suss a perfect gift to show Mum (or the mother figure in your life) just how much you love them. Finding a thoughtful gift can feel nearly impossible for the woman who has it all, especially if you're working with a tight budget.
To make sure you aren't doing a last-minute panic buy, we've rounded up a list of the best gifts under $50, all the way through to big-ticket items. From beautiful flower arrangements to cosy knitwear and stylish tote bags, shop our thoughtfully curated list of Mother's Day gift ideas below.
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When is Mother's Day 2025?
In Australia, Mother's Day always takes place on the second Sunday in May, which is 11 May in 2025.
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Editor's Picks
Evity Alexa Leather Suede Tote Bag
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You can never go wrong with a good tote bag, and this stylish suede one from Evity is perfect for any occasion.
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LVLY x Kip & Co Gift Bundle
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Flowers are a classic gift option for a reason. This gift bundle from LVLY includes a bouquet of locally grown flowers plus one of Kip & Co's signature velvet quilted cosmetics purses.
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Frank Green Limited Edition Ceramic Reusable Bottle
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If your mum isn't across Frank Green's cult favourite water bottles, get her started with one from the new limited edition colour range.
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Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler And Dryer
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With multiple attachments and a customisable smart app, Dyson’s iconic hair styling tool is the perfect opportunity to upgrade mum's hair routine.
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Saba Mia Milano Knit Cardigan
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With winter just around the corner, this knit cardigan from Saba is as cosy as it is chic.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $50
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $50
Koko Black Chocolatier's Selection Praline Gift Box
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Treat mum with the chocolatier's choice, including delicious salted caramel and hazelnutty bites.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $50
Body Blendz Coffee Buff Scrub
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Made with ground coffee beans, vitamin E and sweet almond oil, this coffee scrub will help to exfoliate, nourish and energise your mum's skin. You can also save 20 per cent off with the code MUM20.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $50
Moss St. Fragrances Ocean Breeze Diffuser
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This diffuser from Moss St. offers a refreshingly smooth ocean breeze fragrance with base notes of amber, musk, and tobacco.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $50
Glassons Suction Phone Sticker
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Upgrade mum's Instagram game with this suction sticker that allows you to grip your phone in place, wherever you need
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $50
Cher: The Memoir, Part One
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The best-selling memoir from one of the most iconic musicians ever. Once she starts it, your mum won't be able to put it down.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $100
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $100
Boody Goodnight Short Sleeve Sleep Shirt
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Help your mum get a good night's sleep with this relaxed and comfortable shirt from Boody.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $100
NERE Bondi Nylon Large Tote Bag
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Perfect for vacations or walking around the city, this large bag is durable and spacious enough to fit all of your mum's essentials.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $100
SITO Shades Harlow Sunglasses
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These chunky, polarised shades are perfect for the mum whose future is so bright.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Under $100
Crystal Geode (Pair)
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This set of crystal geodes is a one-of-a-kind present. You can gift the pair to Mum or keep one as a lasting symbol of your bond.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Over $100
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Over $100
Peek Neek Thicky Rug (Orange Wine And Lavender)
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If your mum loves a picnic almost as much as she loves you (or maybe even more), this rug from Peek Neek is as soft as it is stylish.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Over $100
Interflora Gift Hamper
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This curated hamper includes fresh flowers along with a scented candle, a refreshing room spray, and nourishing body moisturiser.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Over $100
Rejuvaus Anti-Ageing Trio
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Your mum will be glowing after she uses this gift set, which will help to rejuvenate, repair and restore ageing, damaged skin. You can also save 10 per cent off with the code MOTHERSDAY25.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Over $100
Our Place Baker's Bundle
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This five-piece set has everything you need to grill, cook, and bake all at once and includes a reusable parchment alternative.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas Over $100
Salomon XT-Whisper Running Shoe
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These stylish Salomon shoes will effortlessly support mums' running efforts.
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