Every day, we should be celebrating our wonderful moms with the love and admiration they deserve. After all, they brought us into this world and gave us so much love every single day. Thankfully, Mother’s Day exists to celebrate moms even more. It's the one day that they might allow to be all about them. Although this holiday might look different for each family, the celebration does not require luxury gift ideas that tarnish your bank account. Sure, finding a gift on a budget can be a lesson in trial and error, especially if you are worried about it arriving on time, but fortunately for you, your search for spectacular, affordable Mother's Day gifts ends with this gift guide.
Bonus: Since many of these desired presents can be purchased on Amazon, you can expect your gifts to arrive on time without worrying about shipping delays. For those who prefer to shop around different retailers, we got you, too. We've included some of our favorite lesser-known brands that also make some truly great, affordable Mother's Day gifts.
Ahead, we’ve curated a roster of gifts that are equally thoughtful, affordable, and guaranteed to bring her a smile. Regardless of whether you’re shopping for mom, grandma, an aunt, or your mother-in-law, this list has both treat-yourself gifts and functional items that will change her day-to-day for the better.
Whether they love playful DIY cocktail kits, a simple tool to work up a good sweat, or a picture-perfect flower delivery for the mom who loves herself some roses — this list has got you covered. She always goes the extra mile for you — now it’s your turn.
1For the Dewy Skin Seeker
Celebrities and other A-listers flock to Black-owned Shani Darden skin care assortments and for good reason. This nighttime starter kit will introduce mom to luxurious ingredients and benefits that will have her wondering why she never used it before. An affordable Mother's Day gift that celebs love? Check. Mate.
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2For the Scent Enthusiast
She’ll learn to expect lots of compliments when spritzing on one of these three peaceful and fresh fragrances. The set comes with a limited-edition box to house all the scents in, filled with Tory’s personal favorites.
3For the Traveler
Plant the seed to cross off her bucket list trip with this bright passport holder. The fresh florals are just screaming, ‘Book me!’ We wouldn’t blame you if you went too — bon voyage!
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4For the Mani-Loving Mom
Sure, it's great going into a nail salon for a service, but with sets like Nailberry, luxurious environments can be created at home. You can gift mom some quality at-home polish even when you live far away. Plus, this prestige set of polishes will surely upgrade her look.
5For the Spa Lover
The best affordable Mother's Day gifts look more luxe than their price tag. For the one that does it all for her family and friends, you can never give her too much relaxation. Let her stress melt away with this powerful shower steamer that calms the mood and transforms the scent of the bathroom to an in-house spa.
6For the Organizer
Maybe mom’s about to embark on a career change or start a passion project that’s been long on her list. Keep her organized and happy with this cheery planner.
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7For the Mixologist
Satisfy the mom who enjoys a good time — responsibly of course. This dry cocktails kit makes up to 10 cocktails and comes with a large infusion pouch filled with dehydrated fruits, veggies, spices, and herbs to infuse into her alcohol of choice.
8For Soft, Smooth Lips
Give mom a self-care moment with this lip treatment from celeb-loved brand Eve Lom. It's made with beeswax that'll smooth out and hydrate even the most dry lips out there.
9For the Cozy Mom
Let her indulge in sheer comfort with these thick and stretchy socks. They’ve got padding for extra cushion support and come in a three-pack of bright colors that look good tucked in or peaking out of her favorite shoes. Senior Editor Summer Cartwright loves these socks for "wearing to the gym, with loafers, or around the house," and notes that their high quality somehow makes a pair of socks a fabulous gift. "Who would've thought,' she chirped.
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10A Gift That Goes On
Curated by Black women and designed for women of color, each box reflects a specific theme like Reflection & Rejuvenation, a magazine that highlights the theme, and a T-shirt from the brand or another BIPOC-owned brand.
11For a Stress-Free Moment
Show mom you care with this gorgeous box of goodies. It contains creative items to help them dive into self-care practices. Whether they're in a stressful field or just need a moment to breathe, everyone could use some much-needed downtime.
12A Statement Gift
Not only will this affordable Mother's Day gift give her the perfect subtle color pop, but it works overtime to deliver hydration and shine to her lips. In a non-sticky finish, this lip oil is one she’ll rotate from handbag to handbag.
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13For the Art Buff
If she can’t attend a museum but loves art, bring the avant-garde ethos to her with exceptional wall art by Black-owned Marabou Design. The floral crown can even be a symbol of the inspiring mom that she is.
14For the Traveling Mom
If your mom loves to travel, or works in a field where she needs to stay comfy, gift her this seriously soft half-zip. "It's stylish and feels like butter, aka it's the perfect formula for travel days," says Cartwright.
15For the Curly-Haired Mom
Those with curly hair, myself included, spend anywhere from 30 minutes to four hours on our hair a week. There’s a reason why they call it wash day, people! Simplify mom's routine with this four-pack kit with products that'll knock off time during her wash day.
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16For the Mom Who Stops to Smell the Roses
Social-media favorite, Bouqs, ships incredible bouquets that look far more expensive than they actually are. You can choose to deliver flowers to mom weekly, biweekly, monthly, or bimonthly. At just under $60, these flowers are a shockingly affordable Mother's Day gift.
17For the Yogi Mom
Appease her inner yogi with this new yoga mat. Stakt is designed to protect knees with a padded tool that can fold up in class to soothe aches and pains.
18For the Chocolate Lover
A life without chocolate is not a life we want to know. Surprise mom with a 12-month subscription of delicious goodies that rounds out to just $35 a month.
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19For the Sun-Kissed Mama
Treat her to the ultimate sun protection cream by tennis legend, Venus Williams. At SPF 50, she can use this when engaging in sport, lounging poolside, or running errands.
20For the Mom Who Needs Shade
Whether she has a vacation coming up or just loves a hat, this crocheted paper straw bucket hat is a great option to add to her collection. The affordable Mother's Day gift will help prevent the strong sun rays and keep her well-styled.
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