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Buying for your boyfriend’s mom or your mom-in-law can sometimes be really hard! In my case, both my boyfriend’s mother and my mother are really great and thoughtful gift givers, so it makes it that much harder to pick out perfect gifts for them. I’ve recently come across some really great items that I have noted as awesome gifts for a mom-in-law figure. I’ve compiled a list that will hopefully inspire you with Christmas gift ideas for the mom of your boyfriend or mom-in-law. Leave a comment below and let me know what you think of the list! What else could I add?
Towel Warmer
This is for the mom who never splurges on luxuries or things that she would like to have for herself. A towel warmer is the perfect luxury self care gift that most people don’t have. I have a feeling that once you use a towel warmer one time, it is hard to go without one after that! This is a unique and thoughtful gift for the women that deserve some extra self-love time and treatment to a spa-type luxury in their own home. This style comes in multiple colors and has a 4.5 rating on Amazon. This is on my own Christmas list!
Crock-Pot Electric Lunch Box
This is a useful and thoughtful gift for the woman that is always on the go, or always packs their lunch for work. This tag-a-long style Crock-Pot is the perfect size for one meal. It makes it easy to take just the right amount of soup, stew, or leftovers and have it heat up right in the pot itself. This is an awesome gift for teachers or nurses, those who really don’t get much time dedicated to a lunch break, and they don’t want to have to rely on the staff microwave every day. This Crock Pot comes in multiple beautiful colors, you really can’t go wrong with this one
Quality Tote Handbag
You really can’t go wrong with a quality tote bag. If your boyfriend is at a loss for what to get his mom, this is a great recommendation for him! I recommend going with a Coach or Kate Spade tote. Both brands have year round deals on their “Outlet” sites that both carry sought after styles, but have them on ridiculous mark downs and usually free shipping. Full disclosure, all the Coach bags I own have either come from a Coach Outlet store or the Coach Outlet Website – and I get compliments and people asking where I found that style every time I use them. Longchamp is also a highly desired tote brand. If you’re looking to grab one on a steal deal, check out Nordstrom Rack options like the ones I have linked. Here are 6 safe options for affordable, yet quality totes for boyfriend’s mom.
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Vera Bradley Travel Bag
One thing about mom’s is that they will always love a Vera Bradley bag. If the woman you have in mind is anything like my mom, she doesn’t splurge on herself really at all, and definitely doesn’t spend much on any type of luggage or duffle style bags. This is the perfect opportunity to your boyfriend’s mom a travel-sized bag, and no need to look further than Vera Bradley. Not only have they continued with their original prints, but the brand has also shifted into more modern style and pattern options which makes it easy to fall in love with these bags all over again! The mid-size travel bag is about $100, which is a steal for a quilted cotton bag. Here are a couple styles I thought would be perfect for my boyfriend’s mom. A weekender bag is a woman’s best friend!
Estee Lauder or Clinique Skin Care Set
Some of the best gifts when it comes to the holidays are the beauty and skincare sets. They are such a great value, and give you the opportunity to try a new brand that you otherwise would not go out of your way to purchase. Estee Lauder and Clinique offer some of the best gift sets for the holiday season, and they are two of the top rated brands when it comes to luxury make up. Gifting a set from either of these brands is a great option for boyfriend’s mom or your own mother, especially if they are the casual make up wearer and aren’t super particular about brands.
These gift sets usually come with a mixture of skin care and make up products and include a bag. They also make these sets easy to love by all, as most of the make up includes are colors that are well-liked by many, nothing too “out there” color palette wise. The Estee Lauder set includes 11 full size products for only $85! Seeing that the average price for one product is $30, this is a no brainer. I’m tempted to purchase one for myself!
$52.50
Foldable Make Up Storage Bag
This is a gift that my mom has used for many years. I have this to her one year on Christmas and she has used it since then. It is so basic, but she has kept all of her make up brushes and items in it ever since she got it, and it makes everything so easy to just pick up and go when you spend a few nights away. This is something that every woman will use for a long time. You really can’t go wrong with this one, and bonus points if you get their name embroidered on it! You can of course opt for my high end options, but one from Amazon will do just fine, especially if you fill it with skin care or beauty goodies!
Fab Fit Fun Annual Subscription
My mom purchased this for me one year and it was so fun! It is so exciting to get this box every 3 months and have it feel like Christmas all over again. I have gotten so many products from these boxes that have I ended up repurchasing when I ran out. Everything from skincare, to kitchen items, to socks! I really recommend this for anyone that you don’t know what to get them for a gift. What’s awesome about it too is that you can customize the box for what you feel they would like each season! This is a fun way to gift many things throughout the year instead of just at Christmas.
Family Recipe Cutting Board
My boyfriend’s mom has a family recipe of hers printed onto a kitchen towel and I have always found it so special. Gifting a personalized cutting board is something that can be cherished in the kitchen, where so many family memories are made. It is a place where moms spend a lot of their time crafting perfect recipes for their family and friends. If they have a recipe of theirs that is a family hit, or if they have had a family member pass on that left a recipe, this is a great thoughtful gift that they will cherish. Even better if they have a special holiday dish, you can get this recipe engraved into the cutting board and it can be apart of their holiday kitchen decor.
Mini Wine Charcuterie Boards
These are the cutest! If your boyfriend’s mom is a fabulous hostess and usually houses most of the holiday gatherings, this is the perfect addition to her serving plates. Including these in the charcuterie and wine festivities makes enjoying both so much easier. You can carry your snacks and wine glass together and in one hand! These are sure to be a hit, and she will want to use them right away.
Satin Pillow Case
This is a great gift for the moms and moms in law that haven’t tried satin pillow cases yet. They are LIFE CHANGING! They will absolutely change the way you sleep and you will never want to go back to cotton pillow cases. I highly recommend to include these in their gift.
Satin Pillow Cases (1 ct.)
$15
Wearable Blanket
SOOO much better than a robe. This is actually on my own Christmas list! This is the perfect cross between a snuggie and an oversized sherpa throw. It is super oversized, but has arms and a pocket sewn in to it! If your boyfriend’s mom is a book worm that like to be cozy or like to watch shows on her tablet while still under a blanket, this solves the problem of needing hands but still wanting to be wrapped ut! This is the perfect gift for those that work from home too, as they usually are on a computer and can’t be wrapped in a blanket during the day because of it. It comes in a ton of colors and is a true winner for the holiday season for really any woman in your life.
$36
Shower Bombs
This specific brand of shower bombs is local to me here in the Charlotte NC area! I absolutely swear by these. They come in so many different aromas, and you can usually get at least 2 showers out of them. I have used the migraine ones for years, and they make me feel sooo much better after I take a shower with one. They are made with 100% pure therapeutic grade essential oils, and trust me you can tell by how strong they smell during your shower. They are definitely a part of my self care routine. If your boyfriend’s mom is an aromatherapy junkie or has a specific scent they like, I highly recommend checking out these options.
$13
Personalized Jewelry Dish
This is a great gift for really any woman in your life, but I thought this would be super cute to gift to your boyfriend’s mom. Not sure what piece of jewelry they would really like? No problem! Get them a cute jewelry dish with their initials to hold their rings or other jewelry instead. This is great for storing jewelry that they don’t want to wear down in water or soaps. This personalized option on Etsy is so cute and dainty, I’d love one for myself.
Thanks for reading! I hope you like these ideas and they help you get your Christmas shopping done!