The 25 Cheapest, Nicest Mother’s Day Gifts From the Most Expensive Brands
For the mother with a penchant for only the finest things in life, receiving a gift from a designer label, no matter how small, is sure to delight. Below, I’ve rounded up 25 of the most affordable, thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts from some of the highest-end brands for even the pickiest, most discerning moms out there — all under $200. For even more gifts for every type of mom (or mother figure in your life), head to our hub here.
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This copper mixing bowl from Mauviel will give her the frothiest of peaks when she’s whipping egg whites.
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Prada’s first-ever blush comes in a compact shaped like its signature triangular logo.
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The monogrammable lip balm is nice, but this candle, which comes in a marble vessel and a glass dome (plus scent-matching matches), would look quite handsome on her vanity.
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An upgrade to her bedside-reading-light situation from Anglepoise, maker of our Best in Class desk-lamp pick.
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La Mer Lip Balm
An extremely hydrating lip balm from La Mer.
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I like how big this made-in-France tortoiseshell barrette is.
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The chain-link detail on these jelly flip-flops from Tory Burch is so delightful.
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A made-in-Germany catchall (available in every letter of the alphabet for personalization) for a coffee table or bedside table.
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French heritage glassmaker Lalique first created these fish sculptures in 1913.
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We still love the scent of a sunny tomato hand soap, especially when it comes from a luxury fashion house.
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How silly (complimentary) are these eye patches from Dior? Apparently, they are quite hydrating and cooling too.
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A Chanel liquid lipstick that Strategist updates coordinator Najwa Amal loves for its “stunning color, longevity, and forgiveness on even the crustiest lips.”
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Hermès’s line of paper goods is surprisingly affordable, like this bound notebook with blank pages (perfect for doodles or journaling). Most of its leather agenda refills can work as stand-alone notebooks too.
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This version of Smythson’s pocketable notebook is emblazoned with the loveliest lemon.
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A sleek, stylish water bottle from Saint Laurent’s collaboration with Sigg that she can take to her Pilates classes.
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Strategist staffers swear by wallets from Comme des Garçons, with some preferring its zippered pouches instead.
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Anything packaged in Tiffany blue will be received with delight, including this heart-shaped glass box for her most precious trinkets.
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The body-oil version of the ubiquitous (and very expensive) Baccarat Rouge 540 is almost half the price of the full-size perfume.
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A set of coupes from Sophie Lou Jacobsen for her bubbly.
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Some Marni socks for spring.
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Add a little flair to her Golden Goose sneakers.
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A rubber version of Marla Aaron’s signature carabiner lock jewelry.
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This Italian-cotton scarf from Missoni is designed with painterly strokes of a deconstructed rainbow.
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I like the adjustable toggle closure on this baseball cap that gives it an even sportier look.
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Sweet slug earrings from Collina Strada for the cool mom.
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