Whether it’s your actual birth-giver, your MIL, that friend that doubles as a mom, or a mom-ager that’s always got your back – moms can show up in our lives in different forms, and they all can be equally hard to shop for.
After all, with all the endless roles a mom plays for you – as your 3 am friend, your go-to agony aunt, your biggest supporter, and your strongest critic should you need one – finding the perfect gift for her can pose quite a challenge. It's true moms deserve our appreciation every day of the year, but what better than Mother’s Day to pamper her with a little treat or two (especially if it’s something she’d never splurge on for herself)? Below, we break down the presents you can give your mom based on her zodiac sign.
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1. Fire signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)
Fire signs make for loud, passionate moms — they’re the ones always pushing you towards growth with equal measures of tough love and bear hugs. She’s led by example and taught you to be confident and optimistic. For her, consider the M.A.C Retro Matte Lipstick in the shade ‘All Fired Up’ to help her embrace the spotlight, or pick this Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in the shade ‘Bronze’ to reflect her shine.
2. Earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)
Earth signs make for warm, practical moms — they can be strict disciplinarians at times, but you can always count on them for a warm cup of tea and the wisest advice on a literal and metaphorical rainy day. She likes no-fuss things that are effective, so the long-wearing Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Makeup Foundation might just be the high-performing staple she never knew she needed. She also has a keen eye for all things quiet luxury and will probably love a relaxing skincare ritual with Forest Essentials Soundarya Radiance Cream.
3. Air Signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius)
Count on air signs to always be the fun, cool moms — they’re full of bright, novel ideas and encourage you to embrace your quirks and take the unbeaten path. They’re always down to try something new, so they should be able to appreciate the Shiseido VisionAry Gel Lipstick in the shade Cyber Beige for its innovative triple gel technology. They’re super creative, too, so they’ll likely enjoy creating different hairdos with the Dyson Airwrap Multi Styler.
4. Water Signs (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)
Water signs are usually the caring, sentimental moms — they’re your favourite girlfriend, shopping buddy, and makeshift therapist all rolled into one. Since they’re always pouring their energy selflessly into their loved ones, this Caudalie Vinosource-Hydra Grape Water Gel Moisturizer should be a great pick to help them recharge and replenish. They’re also dreamy, emotional, and hopelessly romantic, so Versace’s Yellow Diamond Eau De Toilette can be the perfect floral scent for them.
While these thoughtful gifts will bring joy to the mothers in your life, the greatest gift shall always be all the love and appreciation you give them, all year round.
