35 Best Mother's Day Gifts for $50 and Less
Mom will appreciate any of these cheap, personalized and last-minute picks.
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Hopefully, you let Mom know how much you value her on a day-to-day basis, but it's extra important to show appreciation on Mother's Day. Mom is always there when you need her advice and wisdom, so she deserves to be pampered every now and then! This Mother's Day, you don't need to break the bank to prove how grateful you are for her unconditional love. We've rounded up the best Mother's Day gifts under $50 to make her feel special. These one-of-a-kind gifts for mom are perfect, especially if you feel she has everything.
Whether you're looking to please a bookworm, hostess, woman on-the-go or jewelry lover, you won't be disappointed with the stylish pieces we've sourced, including entertaining essentials, personalized accessories and unique finds (think light-up roses). Although many of these top-rated picks ring up at $30 or less, mom will think you spent way more. Consider the classic tennis bracelet that looks like luxury or Lululemon's iconic Everywhere Belt Bag. What's more, we've sprinkled in thoughtful gift ideas for first-time moms who deserve to be spoiled, sentimental presents for grandmas and great gifts for mother-in-laws.
And if you're hunting for a last-minute Mother's Day gift, don't stress. It turns out that many of the items (including the best Amazon gifts) are quick to ship — and if you won't be able to scope them out yourself before mailing them to Mom, you can rest assured that they've received rave reviews from buyers.
Spice up her bar cart with a cocktail shaker that she'll always want to reach for when happy hour strikes. It's a great gift for the serial entertainer.
Rather than presenting your mom with yet another candle, consider taking a different approach and giving her this sweet snuffer. Blowing out flames just got way more elegant, and the piece itself will look fantastic sitting on her coffee table.
If Mom loves smoothies, she'll enjoy whipping up her own concoctions at home with this top-rated blender. The set includes two different cups that she can take with her to the office or out on a walk, too.
Made of silicone and wood beads, this stylish keychain features the word "mama," so that she can let everyone know just how proud she is to be raising kiddos.
Any mom who loves to read will be thrilled to unwrap this valet stand that makes it easy to store her latest book, reading glasses, phone and more all in one spot.
Speaking of reading, why not gift mom a bestselling title you think she'd actually love? Black Cake is also now a streaming series on Hulu, so she can keep the fun going once she's done tearing through this novel, which is a moving tale about a mother's legacy.
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Moms who love to accessorize will be eager to add this sterling silver ring to their everyday rotation. The heart shape is majorly on trend at the moment. "Wear it all the time, super dainty but sturdy," one reviewer wrote.
If Mom has fond memories of her home state or has recently moved to a new locale, present her with a spoon rest that will allow her to fully convey her price. It'll add instant personality to her kitchen!
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At the end of the day, she'll always be your Mama Bear. This sweet and sizable mug is sure to become her go to each morning. According to online reviewers, it's a great size and feels high quality.
Maybe real flowers are out of the budget this year. That's okay, especially when you hand her this stunning light-up glass rose (available in a bunch of colors) that will last forever.
Gift baskets can get expensive, but our readers absolutely love this affordable option that's filled with gourmet meats, cheeses and crackers.
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We can't believe how stunning this bracelet is for less than $20! Made from cubic zirconia, it comes in three different finishes, and has thousands of good reviews on Amazon.
Crossbody bags are all the rage, so why not give her something that can keep her valuables within reach? It also comes in a bunch of different colors and materials to match her style.
Whether you two are BFFs or could use some bonding time, this clever book comes with 100 bucket list-type prompts you can do together. Some are small, like scrapbooking, and others are more adventurous.
Good Housekeeping readers just love this bonsai tree. Perhaps because it will last years longer than traditional flowers, or maybe it's because it has bright pink azalea blooms that come back every year.
She is going to see such a difference when she uses this beginner-friendly contour palette. Unlike other sets, this one only has three options, and comes with easy-to-follow directions.
If she lives for her daily cup of tea, give her this sampler of dissolvable, shaped tea drops. They come in yummy flavors like citrus ginger, rose Earl Grey and matcha green tea.
Meet the "It" bag of 2024. Seriously, it has so many great reviews, and our own experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute like it too, particularly because it has an adjustable strap to fit different body types.
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Called a "total game changer" by our testers, this hair dryer brush will simplify her morning routine. It dries and volumizes hair in just one step.
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Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.
Sarah Lyon is a New York City-based freelancer who produces interior design, travel and lifestyle content. Her work is featured in outlets including Apartment Therapy, Architectural Digest, MyDomaine, The Washington Post and The New York Times. Plus, her personal spaces have appeared on Apartment Therapy, The Everygirl, Houzz and more.
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