When I think of women’s empowerment, plenty of women come to mind – but one who truly embodies it is Ashley Graham. She’s built a career that’s not only wildly successful, but genuinely trailblazing, breaking barriers as one of the first plus-size models to work with iconic brands across the globe and helping to reshape the fashion industry along the way. Now, as a new mom, she’s learning how to multitask with her career, family life, and more. “Having three kids in two years challenged me and taught me that I can be fully present in every area of my life by embracing each moment as it comes,” Graham says. “It’s about feeling good in my skin, embracing the changes, and knowing I’m enough – whether I’m in a boardroom, on Broadway, on set for a photo shoot, or in my kitchen making breakfast with the little ones.”
Graham’s latest endeavor? Starring as the face of Victoria’s Secret’s latest Mother’s Day campaign, which centers on comfort. “I curated this edit from one mom to another,” says Graham. “I wanted every piece to feel cozy, soft, and chic – which is what I look for when getting dressed: comfort, versatility, and style.” The collection is full of essentials that don’t sacrifice fashion for function. “It’s everything when outfit changes aren’t on the schedule.”
Ahead of Mother’s Day, we asked Graham to share her top gift picks – both the items she loves to give and those she’s thrilled to receive. From tried-and-true favorites like the VSX Max Incredible Sports Bra to the face mist she used at the Met Gala (and still swears by for a quick post-work refresh), Graham shared plenty of product recommendations any mom would love. Keep reading to shop the model’s full Mother’s Day gift guide.
