(Image credit: Original Illustration by Kennedy Caldwell)
Every cell in my body that is infatuated with shopping comes straight from my mother. Most of my childhood memories involve trips to Nordstrom, the smell of pretzels at the mall, and the crinkling sound of paper shopping bags. Yes, I read books and played at parks, but nothing was more formative than the time I spent shopping with her. The proof is that I ended up here, writing this holiday gift guide. The following 24 items are inspired by her, and I guarantee that any mother figure would also love to unwrap these gifts this season. I included the viral Coach bag, the softest cashmere you can imagine, cool sneakers, and the coats I would personally steal from my mom. The hardest part will be narrowing down what to purchase, but no matter what you decide, just know these have the mom stamp of approval. Keep scrolling to shop my latest gift guide.
Banana Republic
Cashmere Cable-Knit Sweater With Vented Back
You can never go wrong with a cable-knit sweater as a gift.
Madewell
Oversized Double-Breasted Topcoat
This is such a luxe winter coat for less than $500.
Isabel Marant Etoile
Beige & Khaki Deloris Jacket
If I purchased this for my mom, I would move back home just so I could borrow it every day.
Haven Well Within
Cashmere Wide Leg Pants
Introducing: the perfect lounge pants.
St. Agni
Black & Off-White Pillow Reversible Jacket
The key word here is “reversible.” We love a 2-for-1 here.
Banana Republic
Cashmere Turtleneck Midi Sweater Dress
There’s no such thing as too many cashmere gifts.
Madewell
Long-Sleeve Tie-Neck Top
Classic, simple, and elegant.
Madewell
Flap-Pocket Field Jacket in Herringbone
A utilitarian jacket made chic.
I stole my mom’s Coach backpack from the 90s, but I’ll give her this one as a replacement.
Madewell
Medium Silk Bandana
There are many ways to style this scarf, but I’d wrap this around one of the purses in this story.
Etro
Small Libra Tote Bag
The tote bag of your mom’s dreams.
Etro
Leather Credit Card Holder With Pegaso
Might be a risk, but let’s try to simplify her purse contents with this card holder.
Coach
Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39
The bag taking the internet by storm.
Madewell
The Essential Micro Bucket Tote
The color, the size, the style—this has my mom’s name written all over it.
Jimmy Choo
Diamond Clasp Belt
Okay, I might have thrown this one in for myself.
Banana Republic
Brushed Alpaca-Wool Blend Scarf
Striped scarfs are so last year.
Jenni Kayne
Cashmere Socks
A small gift, but one that will be treasured.
Adidas sneakers are always a good idea.
Clarks Originals
Brown Trek Wedge Boots
My mom grew up wearing Clarks Wallabees, so something tells me she’d love this grown-up version.
Mansur Gavriel
Dream Ballet Flats
Another item that might make its way into my closet instead.
adidas
Handball Spezial Shoes
The most versatile sneaker there is.
Kelsi Dagger Brooklyn
Franklin Clogs
I love the buckle on these for added interest.
Jimmy Choo
Cece Ankle Boot 60
I’ll end this list with the black ankle boots of everyone’s dreams.
