gift guide

Help ease the transition from college to the real world by gifting your recent grad with a present that'll help them as they go about building the adult life they've been dreaming of. A freshly printed degree and magna cum laude status are nice, sure, but when it comes to nailing the big interview, a perfect pump or smart blazer can be just as important.

To become a professional cook, it takes a lot of blood, sweat, and tears . . . as well as equipment. Here are some items you'll want to give to someone starting her career a chef. It's easy to pull together these essential items for both home kitchen and professional use.

For Mother's Day (it's not too late!), why not give a little bit more than just a well-written card this year? The good news is you really can't go wrong with something from the beauty aisle. We've chosen our favorite finds for moms — whether it's your own or another special lady in your life — ranging from pretty scents to a few unexpected picks, too. It's not the car she always wanted, but you can always save up for that next year.

Chances are, if your mom loves to bake, she's already stocked up on the basics like cookie sheets and cake pans, but that doesn't take baking-related Mother's Day gifts off the table; just think smarter. Here are our top picks from ingenious problem-solvers (a collapsible cupcake carrier!) to elegant extras (beautiful cake stands and tart servers) and even slightly obscure baking equipment she likely has yet to invest in (canelé molds, anyone?).

Make this the year you buy the perfect, most thoughtful Mother's Day present yet. For moms who love food, pictures, gardening, music, and more, we're sharing a variety of sweet, sentimental gift ideas that will touch her heart. Hoping to find a personal present before it gets down to the wire? Take a look at these sentimental Mother's Day gifts she's sure to love!

If you're like us, then Mom was the first woman whose makeup bag you rifled through, whose perfume you smelled, and whose lipstick you smeared across your face as a little girl. Since she's probably the first woman who introduced you to the lovely world of beauty, shouldn't you return the favor? In honor of Mother's Day on May 12, we've rounded up 10 top tier gifts that cash in for under $50. Click through and get shopping.

There's no doubt that your love for Mom is overflowing — but maybe your wallet isn't. In such a case, it's imperative to find a gift that shows how much you cherish your dear mother without breaking the bank. Enter our budget-friendly Mother's Day gift guide, expertly culled to cover everything from cozy robes and classic PJs to chic accessories and sleek essentials — all sure to make her smile. Click through now to see and shop 25 perfect gifts for Mom, all under 100 bucks, and be sure to check out our luxe Mother's Day gift selection if you have some financial wiggle room.

Are you a mom who runs marathons, never skips that last set, and has a yoga mat stashed in your trunk? Then you have to check out the following 11 new finds, all of which would make a perfect Mother's Day present! From the latest Nike trainers and Spanx tummy-toning exercise pants to colorful gym bags and accessories, these gifts might just motivate an extra workout! Keep clicking to find a gift to add to your Mom's Day wish list.

In the midst of all the planning and stress that goes into a wedding, there is one high point: the bachelorette party. What better excuse to get together with your best friends for a night of fun? Whether your bride-to-be is more sweet than sassy or you're hosting a girl who likes to let her hair down, we've got the perfect beauty gifts for the bride on her last hoorah. Just keep clicking.