Mother’s Day trends that make great gifts | 2024

Written By Sarah Plahn

Dear Trendy,

I love my mom and need a present! What can I get my mom for Mother’s Day that is fun and on-trend?

Signed,

Super late shopper

Dear Super Late Shopper,

With Mother's Day just around the corner on May 12th, we applaud you for taking time to think about how to honor the most important women in our lives. And what better way to make moms feel special than with an on-trend fashion gift?

From cozy loungewear to bold accessories, this season's styles have plenty to offer mothers of all ages and tastes. Let's take a look at some of the hottest Mother's Day fashion gift ideas for 2024.

Elevated Loungewear

In our work-from-home era, comfortable yet pulled-together loungewear has become a wardrobe essential. Whether your mom is more of the athleisure wear aesthetic, or leans toward quiet luxury, treat Mom to some luxuriously soft separates in an upscale fabric.

Look for pieces with a tailored touch like a drapey duster cardigan or accessories like silk sleep masks and slippers in fun prints or colors. Brands like Eberjey, Lunya and Natori offer loungewear that's as stylish as it is cozy.

Gift ideas:

  • Knit sweatsuit (half-zip top & wide leg pants set, Amazon)

  • Knit pajama set (2-piece short set, Amazon)

  • Knit lounge set (2-piece sweatshirt and shorts, Amazon)

  • pajamas set (Eberjey)

Activewear for the Pickleball or Tenniscore Mom

For the mom who lives for her weekly tennis or pickleball match, treat her to some stylish yet functional activewear from the country club chic aesthetic. Look for moisture-wicking skorts or leggings with built-in ball shorts from athletic brands like Athleta or Nike. Choose bright, energetic hues to keep her looking fresh on and off the court. Racquet sport enthusiast moms will appreciate pieces that meet her performance and style needs and you’ll score some major points. And don't forget the accessories!

Gift ideas:

  • Tennis skirt (Stelle, Amazon)

  • Slouchy socks (HUE scrunch, Amazon)

  • White tennis shoes (Veja V-12 sneakers, Amazon)

  • Pickleball bag (Queen of the Court, Amazon)

  • Visor (Airlift Solar, Alo)

Dopamine Dressing

The dopamine dressing trend continues strong into 2024 with its celebration of bright, mood-boosting colors. A bold colored gift from you is sure to put an instant smile on Mom's face.

If she prefers her brights in smaller doses, opt for cheerful accessories like a rainbow-striped scarf or oversized sunny yellow earrings. Fashion houses from Valentino to Steve Madden are embracing this vibrant, feel-good aesthetic so you can embrace it no matter your budget.

Gift ideas:

Natural Luxury

Eco-conscious moms will appreciate the natural luxury found in pieces made with premium sustainable fabrics this season. Accessories featuring artisanal details are also on-trend - think handwoven straw totes and intricately beaded jewelry that mom can feel good about wearing and that mix and match with everything.

Gift ideas:

Coastal Grandmother Chic

For moms whose style skews more classic, the coastal grandmother aesthetic provides stylish inspiration. This refined yet relaxed look centers around investment pieces in laidback neutrals like soft whites, creams and blues and would all make timeless yet trendy gifts.

Gift ideas:

Y2K Revivals

For moms who previously rocked the fashion of the early 2000s, nostalgic Y2K aesthetic trends like low-rise cargos, handkerchief tops and kitten heels could hit just the right note of youthful retro flair. Look for updated takes on these 90s/early 2000s standbys.

Gift ideas:

  • Ballet flats (Rothy's The Point, Amazon)

  • Micro shades (hot pink, Amazon)

  • Baguette handbags (crocodile embossed, Amazon; See by Chloe Joan SBC Satchel, Amazon)

  • Trucker hats (Goorin Bros Farm Acid, Amazon)

  • cargo pants (Lululemon cargo Dance Studio pants)

No matter which direction you go, making an effort to gift something on-trend and personal will show Mom just how much you appreciate her this Mother's Day. And we're betting she'll feel extra stylish rocking her 2024 fashion faves. Just tell her you finally understand those looks she loved back in the day!

As we encourage all the moms: “You wear you.”

xoxo

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Sarah Plahn
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