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26 Mother of the Groom Gifts That Will Melt Her Heart

Need ideas on how to spoil the mother of the groom after your wedding? We have the perfect selection of cute and sentimental mother of the groom gifts here

Personalised white mother of the groom candle

The mother of the groom plays an important role on the big day and in the planning process. Perhaps she has been a great emotional support to you both or maybe she has been an integral part of your wedding planning process, helping you decide on décor or menu ideas? 

Whichever way the mother of the groom has helped, we think it's only right to thank her and thoughtful mother of the groom gifts are a great way of doing it! If your budget is tight, don't panic, we've got plenty of gifts for mother of the groom for under £15. But if you fancy splurging on something extra special, we've got ideas between £20, £30, £50 and beyond for you to choose from.

From cards to mugs and beauty treats to clothing, there's a mother of the groom gift for everyone below. Many of these presents work as mother of the bride and groom gifts too, or we have a dedicated mother of the bride gift guide

To help you decide, here are our most popular picks:

26 Gifts for Mother of the Groom

Mother of the Groom Gifts Under £15

1. Mother of the Groom Thank You Card – £2.50, Aliroo

Rustic mother of the groom thank you card

Don’t underestimate the power of a few words – whether you're looking for a token gift or something more substantial, an accompanying wedding thank you card like this one is a lovely gesture and means you can say a few special words of thanks.

It would be the perfect fit if you are planning a rustic wedding

Delivery Time: 95p for five days

Pros & Cons: Each card is printed with white ink on heavyweight Kraft card so it'll feel and look super luxe. Matching cards are also available for the entire wedding party. 

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2. Mother of the Groom Wish Bracelet – £5.25, By Molly & Izzie

Mother of the groom wish bracelet

This pretty wishing bracelet from By Molly and Lizzie would be a perfect small gift for the mother of the groom and she can wear it during and after the big day. It's an understated design so it'll work with any mother of the groom outfit, and it has a very sentimental meaning. 

Delivery Time: Free two days

Pros & Cons: The bracelet cord is untied so it'll fit any size wrist. They are ideal for popping in the post if you won't get a chance to see the mother of the groom in person before the wedding. 

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3. Mother of the Groom Personalised Mug – £10.99, Donna Crain

Personalised initial rose gold mother of the groom mug

This personalised mother of the groom mug from Donna Crain is a great gift to give the morning of the wedding. You can have some great getting ready pics of the mother of the groom having her morning coffee with her extra-special mug.

"Exactly as advertised, the artwork on the lettering was beautiful. I would recommend this product!" says one shopper. 

Delivery Time: £6.95 for three days

Pros & Cons: The rose gold lettering provides a gorgeous finish - we recommend hand washing so it stays in perfect condition. 

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4. Mother of the Groom Poem Print – £14.95, Dotty Dora Designs

Mother of the groom print in a grey frame

This lovely poem sums up everything you could want to say to the mother of the groom. You can also then add your own short message at the end of the print so you can say even more thank yous. It is available in A3 or A4 and in mushroom, sage or blush. 

Delivery Time: £2.75 three to five days

Pros & Cons: This print comes unframed which allows you to choose a frame that will complement the mother of the groom's home interiors. 

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5. Mother of the Groom Compact Mirror – £10, Etsy

Metallic mother of the groom compact mirrors

The perfect wedding morning gift for the mother of the groom, this pocket mirror will easily slide into her handbag and come in handy for quick touch-ups before those all-important family wedding portraits. You can pick from rose gold, gold and silver, plus have it arrive in an organza bag or a gift box.  

Having a botanical themed wedding? These are ideal! 

Delivery Time: Free three to five days

Pros & Cons: One side of the mirror magnifies for close-ups and the other provides a standard image. 

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6. Mother of the Groom Notebook – £5, The Green Gables

Pink striped mother of the groom notebook

If your mum is helping you to plan, why not gift her this cute mother of the groom notebook? She can write all of her important plans in it and keep hold of it afterwards as a reminder of all the excitement leading up to the big day. 

If she's unsure of her role, we have a guide on the mother of the groom duties to help. 

Delivery Time: Free three days 

Pros & Cons: This A6 sized notebook is the ideal size for fitting into a handbag. The lined paper means it is best suited for writing. 

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Mother of the Groom Gifts Under £30

7. Mother of the Groom Personalised Hanky – £18.50, The Hummingbird Card Company 

Mother of the groom silver personalised hanky with a lace trim

How adorable is the message on this hanky from The Hummingbird Card Company? It'll come in handy for all the wedding day happy tears and make a beautiful keepsake. The lettering comes in gold, silver or rose gold foiling. 

Delivery Time: Free five days 

Pros & Cons: This hanky is packaged in the most gorgeous grey or blush envelope, tied with a ribbon. 

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8. Mother of the Groom Robe – £23, Etsy

Purple lace trimmed mother of the groom robe

This gorgeous mother of the groom robe is finished with a floral trim and comes in 16 gorgeous colours, meaning you can match it up with your wedding colour scheme. You can also get coordinating robes for the rest of your wedding party which will look amazing on your photos. 

"My grandma, who is acting as 'the mother of the bride' role loved this. It's so beautiful!" said one shopper. 

Discover more wedding party robes here. 

Delivery Time: Free eight days

Pros & Cons: The satin material will feel lovely and soft on the skin. It is prone to creasing so recommend keeping it hung up before wearing. 

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9. Personalised Reasons Why You're Wonderful – £24.95, Bread & Jam

Reason why you're wonderful box

Make sure the mother of the groom feels extra special with this reasons why you’re wonderful gift from Bread & Jam – featuring ten printed reasons on your choice, making it the perfect personalised gift. The inserts come in blue or gold and if you're struggling to think of wording, the shop has given suggestions. 

This item has over 500 reviews, with a rating of 4.9/5 - "Beautifully made and great attention to detail. The quality was brilliant and I was very impressed with the unique idea of the product.  Lovely gift idea to tell someone how much you think of them," explains one customer. 

Delivery Time: Free three days

Pros & Cons: The tubes are made from real glass for a luxury look, however this does mean you should be mindful that they'll be fragile when wrapping. 

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10. Mother of the Groom Wedding Day Gift – £16.50, Little Letter

Mother of the groom wedding day gift with a jigsaw piece, magnifying glass, white rose and crystals

This personalised mother of the groom wedding gift from Little Letter includes a jigsaw piece to say she is an important part of the day, a tissue to wipe away tears of joy, a heart to show she is loved, glitter because she adds some sparkle, a marble to replace the ones she lost as you were planning the big day, a magnifying glass to show her how wonderful she is.

You can then add a personalised letter to be included. Shoppers state that this gift is very thoughtful with one person saying, "Love this and so did my mother in law! Lovely present to give that has some thought to it."

Delivery Time: Free next day

Pros & Cons: This gift will fit through the post and letter box so it's ideal if you need to deliver the gift straight to the recipient. 

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11. Mother of the Groom Teacup and Saucer - £22.50, Slice of Pie Designs

Mother of the groom teacup and saucer

If your mum loves a cuppa, then we think this teacup and saucer from Slice of Pie Designs will go down a treat - especially when paired with some luxury teabags and biscuits. A matching ceramic spoon is also included and you can choose the colour of the heart. 

"So cute! Ordered one MOTB and one MOTG for Mother's Day and they were both delighted," exclaims one customer. 

Delivery Time: Free next day

Pros & Cons: This design is also available in a mug should she prefer. 

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12. Mother of the Groom Personalised Dish - £29, Slice of Pie Designs

Mother of the groom personalised trinket dish

Give your mum a gift that's both practical and sentimental with this ring dish. She'll be reminded of your special day every time she drops one of her rings into it and the message engraved onto it is seriously sweet. 

While you're at it, have you had a chance to pick up your own engagement and wedding ring dish

Delivery Time: Free one week

Pros & Cons: The base of the rim looks lovely in gold but you can request another colour if wanted. 

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13. Personalised Mother of the Groom Wine Glass - £19.99, Perfect Personalised Gifts

Personalised mother of the groom wine glass

If your mum is a bit of a wine connoisseur, why not gift her a wine glass personalised with her name? She can use it on the wedding day so everyone will know her very special role in the wedding party. 

If the mother of the bride doesn't drink, it can be used for non-alcoholic wedding cocktails alike! 

Delivery Time: Free next day

Pros & Cons: All glasses are personally engraved in their West Yorkshire studio, making each mother of the groom gift from the UK bespoke to you. 

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14. Mother of the Groom Tealight Holder - £19.99, Etsy

Mother of the groom candle

This personalised tea light holder is the perfect small gift or addition to a wedding thank you gift bag of treats. It comes in a beautiful matte glass with stunning etched floral design and is packaged with four soy wax candles. 

"Gorgeous candles! I love that each candle could have a personalised message. Our mothers loved them and a great way to have a keepsake of the day," explains one reviewer. 

Delivery Time: Free three days

Pros & Cons: These candles are vegan-friendly and you can add bath salts to your order for even more pampering power. 

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15. Cashmere Mix Bed Socks and Chocolate Gift Set - £28, Quirky Chocolate

Pink bed socks gift box

This beautiful personalised box contains a pair of luxurious cashmere blend socks and a mini chocolate hot water bottle. We think this is the perfect treat to enjoy during a relaxing post-wedding night in. Choose from soft pink or grey. 

It has over 550 fabulous reviews, with one shopper saying, "They arrived in plenty of time and mum loved the socks and the chocolate  and hot water bottle. Good quality, well wrapped and at a great price, I may have to order some for myself."

Delivery Time: Free one week

Pros & Cons: The soft merino and cashmere material will keep their toes toasty, while still being breathable. 

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16. Personalised Cashmere Blend Ombre Scarf - £25, Studio Hop

Model wearing a pink and grey scarf with personalised initials

This cosy scarf with cashmere will be greatly appreciated come the colder months. You can make it extra special by selecting the mother of the groom's favourite colour of the six on offer and adding her initials. 

It has been rated 4.8/5 by 500 reviewers, many of which say that the embroidery is pretty and it is great quality. 

Delivery Time: Free four days

Pros & Cons: In order to keep this scarf feeling softer for longer, hand wash only. 

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Mother of the Groom Gifts Under £50

17. Moroccan Rose Otto Bath Oil - £35 REN

Bottle of REN Moroccan rose otto bath oil

Elevate their pamper evening with REN's gorgeous rose-scented bath oil. It is enriched with an array of skin smoothing ingredients that'll leave you smelling divine. 

We popped a few drops into our bath and found that it filled the room with fragrance before we'd even dipped in! 

Delivery Time: Free three to five days

Pros & Cons: A little goes a long way so you'll only need a few drops per bath - it'll last ages and doubles as both body and skincare. 

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18. Personalised Photo Album - £34, Be Golden

Personalised coloured wedding photo album

We love this personalised photo album from Be Golden and it makes a perfect gift for the mother of the groom. Fill it with some of your favourite photos throughout the years, from growing up to family occasions - just make sure you leave lots of space at the end for wedding photos and all the celebrations that are yet to come.

Each page has a glycine interleave to protect your images and the leather is recycled. Find more wedding photo albums here. 

Delivery Time: £3.75 for four days

Pros & Cons: You can choose from a small or large album, and from 18 different colours. 

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19. Personalised Mother of the Groom Jumper - £30, Rose Willett Designs

Model wearing a grey personalised mother of the groom jumper

Make sure everyone knows just how important the mother of the groom is with this personalised jumper! She can wear it at a hen do, or any other wedding event leading up to the big day, plus it'll make a great addition to her loungewear collection. 

Delivery Time: Free one week

Pros & Cons: It is light-weight enough to wear for all seasons. As this is a personalised item, they don't accept returns. 

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20. Luxury Pillow Talk Eyeshadow Palette - £45, Charlotte Tilbury

Nude eyeshadow palette from Charlotte Tilbury

This stunning collection of blush neutrals from the queen of makeup herself, Charlotte Tilbury, makes the perfect palette for wedding day makeup which is why we think it's a great gift for the mother of the groom. She can find some stunning mother of the groom makeup tips and ideas here. 

We tried it out for ourselves and found the colours to be highly pigmented, plus we loved the mix of matte and shimmer shades. 

Delivery Time: £2.95 for three to five days

Pros & Cons: These wearable eyeshadows will look lovely on all skin tones and take her from day to night. 

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21. Grow Your Own Blackberry Jam Gift Set - £44, The Gluttonous Gardener 

Blackberry jam gift set

If your mum fancies herself as a green fingered goddess, why not gift this grow your own blackberry jam set? The blackberry plant can be grown in a pot, meaning it can bloom in a garden of any size and she'll receive personalised blackberry jam jar labels along with a delicious recipe. 

You'll always be given a healthy specimen, as confirmed by this reviewer who said, "Lovely gift for my mother in law, she was delighted with it. It was well packaged and contained a healthy plant."

Delivery Time: £6.95 next day

Pros & Cons: Blackberry plants are seasonal so will be dormant and leafless at some parts of the year - we recommend gifting this if you're having an autumn wedding

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Mother of the Groom Gifts £50 and Over

22. Wellbeing Pod Mini Essential Oil Diffuser - £55, NEOM

Pink mini Neom diffuser on a bathroom side

It's no secret that weddings can get pretty stressful and so we think a gift to aid relaxation will never disappoint. If you're happy to splurge, we'd treat your mum to this luxury NEOM essential oils diffuser. The mini size has been specifically created to fit into small spaces where you need a wellbeing boost. 

"What is a better than the gift of wellbeing!? Our products are designed to help with wellbeing needs, so not only do you get gifted a gorgeous product, but it actually has benefits as well," explains NEOM Founder Nicola Elliott. "We have four core wellbeing pillars (better sleep, de-stress, mood boost or more energy) so there’s a perfect NEOM product for everyone."

After testing this product out for ourselves, we were very impressed with how quickly the fragrance fills a room. It also has a timing setting for intermittent scenting, no water is needed and it looked super chic on our bedside table. 

Delivery Time: Free three to five days

Pros & Cons: No oil is included in this set but we recommend popping a bottle of the Happiness essential oil blend in - we tried it and it reminded us of a spa. 

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23. 9ct Yellow gold Pearl Stud Bar Earrings - £100, Goldsmiths

Pearl and gold bar earrings

For a timeless and classic gift for the mother of the groom, these yellow gold pearl stud earrings from Goldsmiths would be a lovely gift. You could give them as a gift before the wedding so that the mother of the groom can wear them on the day itself - they'll go with any mother of the groom outfit

Delivery Time: Free next day

Pros & Cons: These are special enough to make a gorgeous gift, but still understated enough to be worn as an everyday earring. 

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24. Mother of the Groom Keepsake Box - £57.52, Etsy

Mother of the groom keepsake box

This mother of the groom box would be a perfect place to store some small keepsakes from the wedding – maybe a wedding favour or some special jewellery that the mother of the groom wore. They're the ideal size to fit neatly on a dressing or bedside table. 

"My fiancé bought this beautiful box to give to his mum on our wedding day, and he is so happy with how it turned out. We loved how customisable everything was!" says one reviewer. 

Delivery Time: £8.76 for two weeks shipping

Pros & Cons: We love the text that they've suggested but you can personalise it with your own if you have a few sentimental words. 

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25. Siren Fine Chain Bracelet - £125, Monica Vinader

Rose gold stone bracelet

If you want to buy the mother of the groom a special piece of jewellery then this fine chain bracelet from Monica Vinader is a pretty choice and subtle enough that it can be worn every day.

It’s available in rose gold, yellow gold or silver so you can choose what suits her style. You can also pick from moonstone and amazonite but as rose quartz is a symbol of love, we think it's the most appropriate. 

Delivery Time: Free three to five days

Pros & Cons: The 18ct metal won't tarnish but we would recommend removing before showering. 

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26. Moët & Chandon Exclusive Imperial Rosé - £65.99, Selfridges

Rose Champagne bottle

Treat the mother of the groom to the ultimate in luxury with this bottle of rosé Moët. The fizz comes in a tin that can be personalised with her name and we reckon it makes for a great keepsake box to keep all of her wedding day mementos in. It'll be the perfect nod to a wedding Champagne tower...

Delivery Time: £5 for three to five days

Pros & Cons: This bottle of Champagne is almost too pretty to drink - consider saving it for an occasion, such as a first wedding anniversary celebration. 

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Who Buys the Mother of the Groom Gift?

Typically, a groom will buy their mum a gift, but it's also a lovely gesture if their partner buys a gift for their future mother-in-law, too. This will show how much you both appreciate the mother of the groom and all the help and support she has given with wedding planning. 

When to Give the Mother of the Groom Gift?

"When you give the mother of the groom her gift is completely up to what works for you and what gift you decide to give," explains Zoe Burke, Editor of Hitched.

"If it is an item that she will need for wedding planning, such as a wedding planner book, weeks before the wedding day is advised. If it is a present that you think she would like to use on the wedding day, it's a lovely thought to give it to her on the morning of the wedding. A special moment alone together where you exchange the present will be a beautiful memory to have."

Does the Mother of the Groom Give Gifts?

The mother of the groom might decide to give her son and his partner a wedding gift or contribute towards an event, such as the honeymoon or if they are saving to buy a house. If the mother of the groom has helped with wedding planning, whether that be financially or emotionally, that is a gift in itself! 

If you are still looking for the perfect way to say thank you then don’t miss our selection of wedding gift ideas for parents