We're Moms in Our 50s, and These Are the Gifts We Think Moms Will Love

Janet Gunn is the inspiring influencer behind The Grateful Gardenia. Originally from Texas, the 58-year-old style guru is now settled in Los Angeles with her husband, son, and dog, Buster. She's worked as a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader, flight attendant, actor, jewelry designer, and beyond. In other words, she has a ton of experience and an equally cool personal style. Melissa Meyers is a Los Angeles–based influencer with a focus on beauty, style, travel, and wellness. Her blog, The Glow Girl, aims to empower women to embrace the best version of themselves, age gracefully, and cultivate a glow from the inside out. She also happens to be 55 years old and has a penchant for masterfully styling trends. Here, the fashionable duo teams up to discuss the gift ideas they're into. Oh, and don't forget to follow them at @janetgunngratefulgardenia and @melissameyers.

We’ve turned to over-50 influencers Janet Gunn and Melissa Meyers for a range of style advice over the last few months. And while age clearly has nothing to do with what you should or shouldn’t wear, their specific point of view has been of interest given their sartorial expertise after style trial and error over the years. And with Mother’s Day right around the corner, we thought we’d tap these chic moms for insight on some of their favorite, stylish gift ideas for women of all ages. (After all, they provided such a fun list during the holidays as well.)

Of course, a gift like any of the below isn’t totally necessary, as you can always show your love in other ways (including a sweet Zoom call), but if you are interested in sending your mom something, there could be something below worth noting now or to gift at another time in the future.

With all that in mind, keep scrolling to check out the gift ideas that resonate personally with two fashionable moms.

Cozy Pajamas

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Mom will daydream about slipping into the perfect sleepwear." — Gunn

On Gunn: PJ Salvage pajamas

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

On Meyers: Bedhead pajamas

Mask-and-Pillowcase Set

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"The perfect way for mom to slip into a good night’s sleep." — Gunn

Signature Scent

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Gift mom with her new favorite signature scent this year for Mother’s Day, like this one from Sage." — Meyers

Comfortable Flats

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Mama always needs new comfy-chic shoes." — Meyers and Gunn

On Meyers and Gunn: Vision Quest shoes

Personal Jewelry

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Simple, delicate and personal. She’ll never take it off!" — Meyers

On Meyers: Tiny Tags necklace; Looma x Melissa Meyers necklace; Sarah Hendler heart necklace

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

On Gunn: Sydney Evan necklaces

Robe

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Made for lounging and luxury." — Meyers and Gunn

On Meyers and Gunn: MasonGrey robes

Diffuser

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"An instant mood shifter—perfect to help reduce stress." — Meyers

Cute Sweats

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Comfy sweats are great for hanging around the house or for a run to the grocery store." — Meyers

On Meyers: Monrow sweats

Cool Sneakers

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Retro sneakers will give the perfect cush for mom’s precious feet." — Meyers

On Meyers: Nike sneakers

Cute Glasses

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Give mom the most stylish specs in town!" — Gunn

On Gunn: Caddis glasses

Chic Hat

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"The perfect face-framer for those daily walks." — Gunn and Meyers

Skincare Products

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"Get her ready for instant brightening and hydration." — Meyers and Gunn

Meyers and Gunn: Chok Chok Skin face masks

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"Help mom get her best glow on like with a bottle of Golden Ray Glow drops. Also, you get a free makeup bag and sample size with purchase right now." — Meyers

Phone Case With Strap

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(Image credit: Melissa Meyers and Janet Gunn)

"The perfect accessory to hold her most prized necessity." — Gunn

On Gunn: Bandolier phone case

Next, check out more must-haves, according to women over 50.

[Ed. Note: Some of the photos were taken before social distancing.]

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Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.