20 Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts That Don’t Suck

Why are cultural icons so much easier to shop for than the people who we know in real life? We have absolutely no idea, but the rule definitely applies when it comes to finding interesting gifts for Mother’s Day. Sure, you could go the traditional route and send mom a greeting card, take her out to brunch, or buy her a plant, but how predictable is that? You’ve got less than a week to go before the big holiday, but if you’ve got a mom who reminds you of Patti Smith, Liz Lemon, Hillary Clinton, or a slew of other famous ladies who we love, then we’ve got you covered with the perfect present! Let us know which gifts are your favorites in the comments.

For the mom who reminds you of Paula Deen…

Pig Butter Dish, $68 from Jonathan Adler

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Ajws - Your point is an important one. This site doesn't have to be a "massive racist conspiracy" to publish occasional articles that reinforce ideas that white is central and normative and people of color are marginal, insignificant--even invisible. I don't believe that this author intended to send these messages; she is probably shocked and dismayed to read the comment. However, if we don't point out these unconcious oversights, how will we ever make people aware of the messages they send and the incremental damage that can be done when even the most accomplished people of color are marginalized?

Because this site is a MASSIVE RACIST CONSPIRACY, obviously

Why are all the archetypical mothers figures white and straight? No moms like Felisha Richard, Rosie O'Donell, Ann Curry, Mirah Carey, Cecelia Cruz, Jada Pinket Smith, Connie Chung, Penelope Cruz, Michelle Obama, Ana Ortiz, Vera Wang, Beyoncé, Halle Berry ,

love the Amy Poehler one! great ideas, Caroline!! xo, y

I'm going to honor my mother by exercising one of her teachings - a little frugality. I don't care how good it is, she wouldn't want a $44 pie.