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Best last-minute Amazon Mother’s Day gifts 2024, from skincare to tech
Don’t panic – these last-minute gift ideas are sure to impress
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Falling on Sunday 10 March, Mother’s Day will be here in a flash. But don’t fret, as if you’re still hoping to secure the perfect present ahead of the day, Amazon has all the inspiration you need to nail that last-minute gift, whatever your budget.
Whether you’re celebrating your mother, grandmother, friend or auntie, the day is an excuse to spoil your loved one, and finding the right gift to suit them is no small feat.
From make-up for beauty lovers and diffusers or candles for homebodies to Kindles for bookworms and craft gins for those who enjoy an evening tipple, there’s something for everyone.
Better still, Amazon Prime mean your gifts will arrive on time (no last-minute supermarket dashes required), thanks to next-day delivery.
To make life easier, we’ve rounded up the best IndyBest-approved Mother’s Day gift ideas from Amazon spanning beauty, tech, books and more. You can thank us later.
‘Mezcla: Recipes to Excite’ by Ixta Belfrage, published by Ebury Press: £22.59, Amazon.co.uk
If they are particularly passionate about really good food, Ixta Belfrage’s Mezcla: Recipes to Excite is going to be a surefire hit this Mother’s Day. Hailing from our tried and tested review of the best gifts for mum, the cookery tome was praised by our writer for being “full to the brim of recipes that showcase delicious flavours and ingredients”. They added: “Spanish, Italian, Mexican and Brazilian flavours run throughout the book, and there’s something for every occasion, from everyday dishes to dinner party favourites.”
Crosship pure hibiscus non-alcoholic spirit: £17.60, Amazon.co.uk
This fruity tipple landed a spot in our review of the best non-alcoholic spirits, so if you’re hoping to wow her with a bottle sans booze, this one will go down a storm. It was hailed as a “fruity, floral number” by our reviewer, who described it as “sweet with hibiscus, cubeb and rhubarb notes, and bitter warmth from wormwood and cayenne undertones for a captivating flavour experience.” Perfect for sharing a tipple on the day.
‘The Bee Sting’ by Paul Murray, published by Hamish Hamilton: £16.84, Amazon.co.uk
Our favourite book release from the past year, Paul Murray’s The Bee Sting is a tour de force of fiction. The Barnes, a once-well-off Irish family, are in the midst of emotional and financial strain. Set during turbulent months in their claustrophobic town (think floods, droughts and the aftermath of recession), Murray expertly gives us each family member’s perspective of the same events – with flashbacks unravelling an intricate story of betrayal, crime and lust. “Profound on the human condition, utterly gripping and peppered with comedy, Murray’s novel is a must-read this year,” our reviewer said. The queen in your life will tear through it.
Amazon Kindle paperwhite: £84.99, Amazon.co.uk
If your loved one is a bookworm, an Amazon Kindle is a foolproof gift. Housing all of her favourite titles in one compact device, there’s also access to magazines, audiobooks and more. Securing the top spot in our round-up of the best ereaders, our writer said that “the design is elegant with the screen flush to the frame (the basic Kindle display is recessed behind the frame).” They also praised the front light, waterproof design (it’s able to withstand submersion in 2m of water for up to an hour) and the E Ink system which offers a faster page turn and smoother transitions. You can’t get much better than that.
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Hotel Chocolat the velvetiser: £109.98, Amazon.co.uk
If she has a sweet tooth, Hotel Chocolat’s velvetiser will go down a treat. It takes just two and half minutes to whip up hot or cold chocolate beverages with your choice of milk and the brand’s chocolate flakes. In our review of the best gifts for her, our reviewer hailed it as a “compact, space-saving appliance that makes rich, luxurious and velvety smooth hot chocolate”. You can choose from copper, white and black colourways, all of which will arrive in time, to suit her preference.
Antler cabin suitcase: £170, Amazon.co.uk
Shopping for a globetrotting mother figure? If a new suitcase is in order, she’s sure to love wheeling Antler’s clifton bag around the airport. Landing a spot in our review of the best gifts for mum, it was praised for its “sleek, matte design” that “makes travelling a stylish affair.” It also “complies with most airlines’s large cabin bag requirements, and its 37l packing capacity leaves plenty of room for your belongings”, our tester noted, before going on to note its lightweight, durable design.
Sanctuary Spa signature collection luxury reed diffuser: £25, Amazon.co.uk
Bring the spa into their home with Sanctuary Spa’s reed diffuser, which is not only affordable but, it’s also luxurious enough to earn a spot in our review of the best diffusers. “Coming in a versatile white vase with a subtle S on the front, the dark brown reeds suck up the oil inside and disperse the signature jasmine, grapefruit and vanilla scent,” our tester said. Described as being perfect for bathrooms and kitchens in particular, our tester praised it as “small and mighty with a fresh fragrance.”
L’Occitane shea bubble bath: £26.50, now £25.07, Amazon.co.uk
Mother’s Day is all about pampering your loved one – and nothing says indulgence like a bubble bath. Presented in a sleek silver recyclable aluminium bottle, L’Occitane’s shea butter-infused bubble bath received tall praise from our tester. Creating “tightly packed bubbles for sinking into, the high-quality foam built up in bubble mountains around us and added a fluffy luxury”. They loved the “light, creamy scent that is gentle enough for appealing to both fragrance fans and those preferring less perfume”. Delivering full-body comfort that will help them unwind before bed, it’s a small but thoughtful gift.
Amazon Echo, 4th gen: £109.99, Amazon.co.uk
Described as the best Amazon echo smart speaker by our tech writer, it’s a stellar gift for anyone looking to streamline the tech in their home. From radio and music streaming to audiobooks, podcasts and Alexa voice control, the do-it-all device is “still the best for most people in terms of sound, size, price and smarts”. Despite its nifty and compact size, our tester said their “music on the Echo 4th gen sounded rich, detailed” and it “could get loud”.
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