The Most Impressive Mother’s Day Gifts Under $200

Let’s face it: Finding a gift that captures just how special your mom is feels nearly impossible; she does so much that no present can truly measure up. Nonetheless, it’s worth the effort, because she deserves to feel like the luckiest woman on Mother’s Day (and every day, at that). 

Securing a stunning gift she’ll remember for years to come doesn’t have to cost you a fortune, though. You can find cloud-like blankets, decadent creams, silky pajama sets, and more for under $200. So, whether the mom in your life prefers at-home spa days or dressing up for a night on the town, there’s something for her.

Still, knowing where to start can be daunting — especially if she already owns just about everything on her wishlist. To make things simpler, I did the digging for you and curated a lineup of wow-worthy gifts she’s bound to love from Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, and other notable retailers.

Trust me when I say these finds are so good, you’re going to want to bag them for yourself — and twinning with mom isn’t such a bad idea. So, sift through the 25 best under-$200 Mother’s Day gifts for 2026 before the day is here.

La Mer Refreshing Balance Collection Set

While the best-selling cream is a bit of a splurge alone, she can test multiple skin-nourishing products by La Mer, thanks to this limited-edition gift set. It rejuvenates the skin, relieves dryness, and offers a radiant finish.

Gorjana Alphabet Pearl Bracelet

Perfect for everyday wear and elevated occasions alike, this Gorjana bracelet does it all. Best of all, you can customize it with her initial.

Tory Burch Miller Sandal

Looking for something that’s both timeless and a showstopper? Tory Burch’s Miller sandals are a bestseller that will never let you down. She can wear them with all of her spring dresses or elevate a pair of jeans with the metallic slide.

Lola Blankets Antique Ivory Large Blanket

I’m currently curled up in this exact blanket, and mom will be reaching for it every single night. Just don’t forget to use code SPRING50 for half off your order.

Jo Malone London Peony and Blush Suede Candle

When in doubt, reach for an elevated candle. This Jo Malone London pick is sure to wow, delivering a sweet aromatic mixture of apple, peony, and suede.

Satin Sailor Pajama Set

Few things compare to a coordinating silky pajama set. Now, all she needs is a bowl of popcorn and her favorite movie.

David Yurman Cable Band Ring

Whether she’s starting a ring stack or adding to one, you can’t go wrong with this classic piece. Featuring David Yurman’s iconic cable design, it’s an investment piece she’ll wear on repeat.

Coach Tabby Wallet

It’s all in the details, and this slim leather wallet doesn’t miss a beat. She can enjoy ten card slots and vibrant pink leather. 

Mackenzie Childs Rosy Check Small Vase

Decorate her space with a sweet, hand-painted vase from Mackenzie Childs. For a personal touch, fill it with a homemade bouquet before gifting.

Canopy Bedside 2.0 Humidifier

Show mom what beauty sleep looks like. With just a click of a button, this humidifier supports healthier skin, deeper sleep, and overall well-being.

Burberry Mini Her & Goddess Perfume Duo Set

There’s a reason why Burberry’s fragrances are a constant bestseller: the luxe scents are compliment magnets and come with all-day staying power. With this set, you can give mom the option to test out two beloved bottles for a fraction of the price.

J.Crew “Mom” Straw Pouch

Sometimes being on the nose is exactly the way to go. She can fill this pouch with lipstick, cards, keys, and more, then toss it into a larger bag for easy organization or carry it on its own.

NodPod Sleep Mask

She’s never truly taken a nap until she has done so while wearing a weighted eye mask. The NodPod gently hugs the eyelids in the most therapeutic way. Plus, after all that she’s done for you, a bit of rest is the best gift you could give.

Bruno Magli Aque Slide Sandal

From the butter yellow color to the easy slip-on design, this slide sandal is sure to be a winner. Mom can style her pair with cuffed jeans, tiered maxi skirts, and spring dresses alike.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DrX Spectralite Eyecare Max Pro

Crow’s feet, elevens, and under-eye bags? Don’t know them, thanks to this red-light therapy eye mask that stimulates collagen production. 

Breda Jane Watch

From the blue Mother of Pearl dial to the 18-karat gold-plated case, this watch belongs in her jewelry collection.

Jin Soon Nail Polish Color Trio

For under $50, she can enjoy as many fresh mani-pedis as she likes. Each shade is perfect for spring, with an effortless at-home application she’ll love.

Adidas Tokyo Sneakers

Help mom stay in the fashion loop with one of the most popular tennis shoes currently on the market. They’re not only stylish, but the cushioned sole makes them comfortable.

Dancing Gnarly Vines Eau De Parfum

A fresh fragrance is never a bad idea — and this perfume is even more special since it’s created by a mother-daughter duo. Look forward to sweet notes of lemon, bergamot, coconut, and fig leaf.

Quince Leather Jewelry Box

Help mom protect her most precious pieces with this sleek, leather jewelry box. Three compartment trays successfully stash rings, bracelets, and earrings. 

Eight Saints Most-Loved Skincare Set

Genius for travel or integrating new products into an established routine, this Eight Saints collection has it all. Enjoy a cleanser, serum, moisturizer, and lip mask.

Diff x Jojo Fletcher Navigator Sunglasses

Easy yet elegant, these maple-tinted sunglasses are endlessly versatile. So, don’t be surprised once mom starts wearing them everywhere.

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The Women Shaping Zara Larsson’s Viral Midnight Sun Aesthetic

Your Artists’ Favorite Artists: Peek behind the curtains as we speak to the stylists, costume designers, and makeup pros who create the signature styles and viral “eras” that we’re all obsessed with.

From the moment Zara Larsson started dropping anthems from her now-iconic album Midnight Sun exactly one year ago, it was clear that a star was… reborn. The Swedish singer, who we knew from hits like “Lush Life” (which has new viral dance choreography), “Symphony,” “Never Forget You,” and “Ain’t My Fault” from a decade prior, has reemerged as the pop diva she’s always been, and is finally getting her roses.

Since she stepped on the red carpet at the 2025 MTV VMAs, Larsson immediately turned into a fashion It Girl. Now, when we see vibrant sunset colors, hibiscus flowers, spray-painted tops, rhinestone eye makeup, Lisa Frank-esque dolphins, and keychain belts, many of us think of Zara Larsson.

In addition to the singer’s own creative vision, much of this can be attributed to her very joyful and energetic all-female team, consisting of stylist Caterina Ospina, makeup artist Sophia Sinot, and a revolving cast of costume designers, all of whom have strong POVs that have gained them esteem in their industries (and buzz online).

To break down the evolution and inspiration behind Larsson’s signature style and Midnight Sun era across her EU and US tours, music videos, award show performances (and ahead of her much-anticipated deluxe album Girls’ Trip on May 1), Refinery29 speaks with the creative artists on the making of our favorite “Hot & Sexy” fashion and beauty looks.

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  Photos courtesy of Caterina Ospina.

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Photos: Caterina Ospina

Over one year ago, Spanish-born stylist Caterina Ospina was brought on to style last-minute festival looks for Larsson, which helped blossom their creative relationship. “From that moment, we didn’t stop,” Ospina says. “She was always bold and colorful. It was just putting all the pieces together and trying to make her pop.” And that pop was heard around the world when Ospina started styling Larsson as Tate McRae‘s Possessive tour opening act.

For Larsson’s current Midnight Sun era, Ospina boils down her aesthetic to a few words: “Dopamine, fairy, powerful, sexy girl.” And we very much agree that it’s dopamine dressing to the max. “If you like Zara’s style, it’s because you like color. She’s all about empowerment. So if you want to wear that, you need to be a very bold and happy person; to be free and yourself and sexy.”

While she makes it clear that Larsson is the big boss, Ospina is the one in charge of research for inspiration (Ex: Winx Club, Bratz, and Hannah Montana) and outreach to costume designers (especially emerging talent, Spanish creatives, and Central Saint Martins college graduates) to help reflect the different “fun fairy vibes” and “hot and sexy” portions of Larsson’s concert performances. “I see something, an element or a color or a shape that I like from them. How can I get this into Zara’s world? How can we merge it and make it magical for Zara?” she explains her thought process.

That’s how Ospina found Irish designer Sorcha O’Raghallaigh, who has previously created custom pieces for pop icons like Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Madonna, and Kylie Minogue (and who was actually stepping back from custom design at the time). Her signature element? Flower work, dating back to her CSM graduate collection. “They’ve always been a thread in my work. So I think that’s what drew Caterina to me to develop a special hibiscus,” O’Raghallaigh says, adding: “It’s been a real dream to work with Caterina and Zara, who also appreciate color and texture and sparkle, which is my favorite thing.”

Ospina echoes this, saying: “No one at that point really knew what we were capable of, and with her, it was just the perfect match.” That is, when Larsson stepped out at the 2025 MTV VMAs in a collaborative look from the stylist and costume designer that showed off the singer in a sheer bedazzled mini dress covered in rhinestoned hibiscus flowers, with a hair clip to match. (And if you’re wondering, both Ospina and O’Raghallaigh cite this era-defining and transformative look as their favorite Larsson design to date.)

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Photos: Sorcha O’Raghallaigh

You likely know many of O’Raghallaigh’s pieces for Larsson because they’ve blown up online. From the many shimmering mini skirts worn across Larsson’s EU and current US Midnight Sun tours to the embellished hibiscus bra in PinkPantheress’ “Stateside” music video, the custom designs have helped define the singer’s current era — which O’Raghallaigh describes as: “Fantasy, colorful, a bit Barbie, and Y2K” — while staying true to the designer’s craft and POV.

“Everything I do and my team does is by hand, bead for bead. We literally make everything from scratch. We like to make life hard for ourselves, basically,” the designer jokes. “Even with the skirts for the US, they’re tiny, but there’s probably over a hundred hours of work in each one.”

When combined with other designers’ pieces like crystal bodysuits and mesh tops through Ospina’s styling, the outcome has been viral looks that Larsson’s fans and concertgoers love to recreate. “The dedication from the fans has been insane,” O’Raghallaigh says. “Some of the recreations… I’m like: ‘Do you want to come work for me?’”

Another mega trend we’ve seen online is fans reinterpreting Larsson’s bright and bold beauty looks, courtesy of Dutch celebrity makeup artist Sophia Sinot, who was recently awarded Glamour’s 2026 Best Beauty Content Creator. Sinot has collaborated with Larsson for over five years, but since consistently working with the singer for her tours, the MUA has single-handedly put a halt to “clean girl makeup.”

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  Photos courtesy of Sophia Sinot.

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“Although it was very much about embracing natural beauty, I still feel like there was some sort of pressure on it. It was like, put as little makeup on as possible, but make sure you look as beautiful as possible,” Sinot speaks on the minimal beauty aesthetic. “With this era that we’re in now, people just don’t really care about looking beautiful,” elaborating that perfection and status-quo beauty looks aren’t a top priority for self-expression anymore.

For the EU tour, Sinot says she was inspired by space, nature, water, and reflections of the sun à la songs like “Midnight Sun” and “Saturn’s Return.” Sinot explains: “This tour is the first moment where we actually have been able to really express ourselves without any limitations or any rules,” adding that her day-of process is very “chaotic” and Larsson just tags along for the ride.

Sinot’s signature “Midnight Sun glam” concepts include bright color-blocked eyeshadow, aura blush, face gems, and, more recently, body makeup and stickers. Ospina, who calls Sinot a “mastermind,” gave the MUA custom-designed hibiscus stickers, which Sinot placed on Larsson’s cheeks… followed by rhinestone stars down her arms and legs, butterflies down her spine, a sun across her chest, and leopard print around her shoulders.

For the US, “I’m more inspired by Barbie and ’80s glam and animal prints,” Sinot explains. “I used to do leopard print on my eyes in high school, and my teachers were really not happy that I’d skip class all the time, but that I did have time to put leopard print on my eyes,” she reflects, while fatefully citing Larsson’s leopard-print beauty looks as her favorite work.

Following Sinot’s consistently viral looks, she’s gained more opportunities from brands and clients, most recently creating the five looks for Katseye‘s “Pinky Up” music video.

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  Photos courtesy of Ayquechulo x Alineo Studio.

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Photos: Alineo Studio, Ayquechulo, Robin Bøe, Lis Dominguez, Aitana Lorenzo

And “opportunity” seems to be a big word for the creatives involved with Larsson, because doors have opened for all of them. For both Lis Dominguez (Alineo Studio designer) and Aitana Lorenzo (Ayquechulo designer), they say: “We are both incredibly grateful to Caterina for this opportunity and for trusting us. Working for Zara has given us valuable experience and pushed us to adapt and reinvent ourselves.”

Both designers, who went to the same Spanish university together, were reached out to separately by Ospina to help reflect a style evolution for the US tour. “We immediately texted each other and started talking about it for hours. We connected instantly and knew that together we could evolve Zara’s aesthetic and surprise her fans.” And they did just that.

Taking inspiration from early-2000s trends and pop icons like Paris Hilton, Destiny’s Child, and Britney Spears, the collaborative duo blended “the maximalism and signature colors of Ayquechulo with the fluidity of Alineo pieces.” This has come to fruition through viral flowy dyed matching sets, custom charm and keychain belts (which I personally tried to recreate for my Coachella outfit), crystal bras, and chunky jewelry for Larsson’s stage performances. Symbols like hibiscus flowers and dolphins, as well as colors like fuchsia, yellow, and blue are also notable threads throughout their work.

“It has been surreal to go on social media and see viral videos about our collaboration. We love that Zara’s fans recognize our work and connect with the looks,” they say, adding: “We also love seeing people recreate our pieces.”

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Photos (from left to right): Caterina Ospina, Sophia Sinot (D’Andre Elizah), Sorcha O’Raghallaigh, Aitana Lorenzo, Lis Dominguez

From day one of the Midnight Sun era through today, there’s no doubt that there has been a cultural shift in the music, fashion, beauty, and fandom spaces. “When it exploded and people started replicating the outfits to go to the concert, it was very shocking, but it’s very nice to see that people resonate with it,” Ospina says. “That’s the biggest compliment that a stylist can have, and I’m sure Zara will say the same.”

Sinot also puts the gravity of this Zara Larsson phenomenon perfectly, saying: “When I was very young, I would also look up to pop stars and think: ‘Oh, I wanna look like that.’ And now, we are creating those moments.”

Check back soon for Refinery29’s shopping guide to get Zara Larsson’s look, according to her team, whether you’re attending her tour or channeling a Midnight Sun summer 2026!

Header photo: Photos courtesy of Sophia Sinot, Caterina Ospina, Robin Bøe, Alineo Studio.

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