Gifts for Teenage Girls (That They'll Actually Like)
If you live with a teenage girl, you're in the right place. Knowing what to buy for the young woman in your life can be just as difficult as keeping up with their latest adolescent, TikTok-fueled jargon — which is why we consulted teens and their parents and pored through countless items of confusing, modern-day youth culture to bring you this list of the best gifts for teenage girls. Highlights include an on-trend skincare favorite from The Ordinary and a fashion-forward Urban Outfitters tote.
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$92 and up from Amazon
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With teen girls, it's hard to go wrong with a solid piece of fashion that other girls are wearing, and these Align Yoga Pants — aka leggings — are solidly appreciated by teen girls everywhere. They come in eight sizes and several colors.
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$60 and up from Amazon
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Got a teen girl enamored with skater culture? She will love this highly rated longboard made of hardrock maple. It comes in 10 designs, ranging from retro-cool to avant-garde.
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$60 from Singing Machine
With this wireless microphone, Carpool Karaoke fans can recreate their favorite James Corden moments on their next road trip. It pairs with an FM station on a car's radio, and raucous roadtrippers can rock out for hours of fun and singing. With the latest 2.0 version, the mic's been given a boost with new voice changing effects, sound effects, and the option to add a second microphone for duets. Choose from either gold or rose gold.
$240 from Amazon
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Sure, they're pricey, but teens are at the age where you can get them a few cool stocking stuffers and one big gift they'll use every single day — and they're happy. This is one gift that they'll definitely use all the time.
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$130 and up from InvisaWear
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Get her a piece of jewelry that will also help keep her safe should an emergency arise. InvisaWear pieces include tech that will share her location, send an alert to emergency contacts, contact 911, and more if she's in trouble. Choose from pendants, keychains, scrunchies, bracelets, and other accessories.
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$250 from Gravity
Sure, it's a pricier present for a teen, but she'll love getting cozy under the weight of Gravity’s Chunky Knit Blanket, a 10-pound hug hand-knitted from breathable bamboo fleece. Customers rave about the weighted blanket’s warmth and durability, along with the added benefit of improving sleep quality. Choose from four different colors — soft gray, deep forest, sapphire blue, and clay.
$41 and up from Etsy
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Few sections of the population need a shirt such as this more than a teen girl. Let her know that she can let you know when it's not the best time to interact by leaving this sweatshirt under the tree on Christmas morning.
$99 from Pottery Barn Teen
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If your teenager has been asking for LED lights for her room, why not get her this tabletop LED heart? It's super cute and will give the room a warm glow.
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$12 from Amazon
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Give your teen the gift of strength and inspiration with this illustrated tale of young women who changed the world.
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$15 from Casely
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We all know teen girls who practically live on their phone. This club gives you the choice of gifting your teen a monthly or seasonal subscription to cool phone cases for iPhones or Samsung Galaxy phones, and lets them choose which case they want each month (or choose a "surprise me" option).
$35 and up from Amazon
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If you'd rather not commit to a year's worth of phone cases, these from Wildflower are very popular among teen girls. There are a ton of designs and sizes available.
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$7 and up from Pura Vida
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Teen girls love these bracelets that are made in artisan communities in Costa Rica, El Salvador, India, and elsewhere. They're sold individually or in "style packs," or you can give her the gift that keeps on giving with the company's montly bracelet club.
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$120 and up from Amazon
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Selfie, schmelfie — encourage her to go even more old-school with this retro-chic camera that provides photographs you can actually hold. Like right away! And it comes in fun colors such as terracotta orange, blue, and white.
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$32 from Amazon
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Make taming her locks a little easier with this cult-favorite hot air brush. Reviewers say it makes salon-perfect hair attainable at home and is far easier to manage than a traditional hair dryer.
$15/month and up from Cratejoy
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We love the uniqueness of this subscription gift. It will ship a monthly newly released YA book to your teen, including a wide variety of genres — from sci-fi to romance.
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$17 from Amazon
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Sure, they're growing and getting closer and closer to the adult versions of themselves, but releasing stress and anxiety with a little immaturity never hurt anyone. Reviewers say this game is a blast for the whole family.
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Price varies from Steam
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Even the most casual teen gamer will happily accept a gift card that lets them choose from among 30,000 or so titles on this mega-gaming site.
$41 from Amazon
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Teens love this TV series that ran for nine seasons, so much so that Vanity Fair asked, "Why Is Gen Z Obsessed with The Office?" And sure, your teen can watch the whole thing on Peacock, but this box set contains deleted scenes, a blooper reel, and tons of other extras.
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$13/month and up from Ipsy
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This monthly box comes with five or more makeup products for teens experimenting or who'll revel in the opportunity to sample products. Reviewers say it's a perfect cosmetic starter kit for teens, and it comes with a cute makeup bag.
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$13 and up from Amazon
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This low-profile device is cordless and features color-changing LED lights that let her know when it's charging, when the charge is full, and when the device itself needs to be re-juiced. It works with loads of different phones, and can easily be slipped into a backpack or cross-body bag.
Price varies from Starbucks
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There are few constants in life, but a teen wanting Starbucks is one of them. You can choose from a variety of cute designs for different occasions.
$50 and up from Amazon
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Chacos are super-coveted by teen girls everywhere. Their rubber soles and jacquard webbing uppers make for comfy, effortless fashion that easily goes from denim and shorts to dresses and jumpsuits.
$25 from Amazon
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Teach your teen the importance of self-care with this pretty, colorful, and artful set of 12 bath bombs made in the U.S.A.
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$38 and up from Amazon
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This rugged portable speaker can be taken into the shower or anywhere outdoors, and provides up to hours of music without needing a charge. It comes in three colors and has a range of 66 feet.
$13 and up from Amazon
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Custom name necklaces will never go out of style, and this one is made in a trendy script font and is available in gold, silver, or stainless steel.
$50 from Amazon
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Never have to buy a snow cone again with the sleekly designed, small-footprint, easy-to-clean (even for a teen) set. Bonus: When your teen starts all the eye-rolling, confiscate it for your own shaved-ice version of a frozen margarita.
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$10 and up from Barnes & Noble
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If your girl is more of a bookworm, a good book is a gift that will never go out of style, and Barnes & Noble gift cards can be used in-store and online.
Price varies from Birkenstock
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These well-made sandals can last a lifetime and are almost always in style. They're available in winter-worthy wool, and there are boot and clog versions, too.
$24 and up from Amazon
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Lucky enough to have a teen who doesn't lose things all the time? Reward that skill with a water bottle they'll be able to carry well into adulthood. The Hydro Flask brand is known for its impressive quality, and it comes in multiple colors and sizes.
$30 from Amazon
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This is a fun (and extremely well-reviewed) game that she'll play with her friends and the family. Buyers note that it's especially well-suited to older kids.
$55 and up from Amazon
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It's not easy being a teen girl in the best of times. Help her relieve some of the anxiety in her life with one of these blankets that come in different weights, colors, patterns, and sizes. According to the folks at Parenting Pod, this is the best option for kids and teens.
$89 from Natural Life
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This cozy, warm, and soft blanket will remind her of the things you'd like to tell her everyday: "Always remember that you are braver than you believe, smarter than you think & loved more than you'll ever know." Bonus: It's super cute and pretty.
$12 from Anthropologie
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Got a girl who's newly into astrology? These hardcover books include 112 pages that will let her explore her own sign.
$38 from Urban Outfitters
Lunchboxes don't have to be dorky. This on-trend lunch bag from Urban Outfitters is cute, insulated, and has stellar reviews.
$29 from Urban Outfitters
While your teen might already have a growing tote collection, this fashion-forward corduroy bag from Urban Outfitters is sure to stand out. Choose from five fall-inspired colors.
$75 from Uncommon Goods
You can fill this pendant — handmade in Hawaii — with the birthstones of up to four loved ones. Not only is the necklace beautiful, but it's also a heartfelt, one-of-a-kind gift.
$13 from Amazon
In the world of trendy TikTok skincare, The Ordinary is up there with Glossier and Supergoop — and for good reason. With its water-based hyaluronic acid and B5 formula, this affordable smoothing serum offers both short and long-term hydration.
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