51 absolute best gifts for teenage girls, from athletes to future influencers
The older you get, the trickier it can be to pick out the best gifts for teenage girls. Not that it was so long ago (*ahem*) when you were a teen girl or teen boy yourself – but shopping for teenage girl gifts that are actually cool right now is a task-and-a-half. It’s not for lack of trying, of course, nor for lack of unique gifts for teens on the market. It’s just that the things that once defined your formative years — be it Tamagotchis, Tumbler, glitter lipgloss or iPhones with actual home buttons – have been replaced. And what you consider cool might not be by a tween gamer gal, music lover or selfie obsessive. Sorry.
Teens are hot on DIY TikTok hacks. They’ve completed Netflix. They’re flames with everything pop-cultural. Add that to the fact that there’s a huge difference in what a 13-year-old wants and what a nineteen-year-old does, and your search for the perfect gift ideas for teen girls might seem like an overwhelming one.
But that doesn’t mean you have to throw in the towel and hand every teen in your life an envelope full of cash. Team GLAMOUR loves a challenge, so we’ve compiled the ultimate list of great gift ideas for the teenager in your life that are actually on their wishlist. We’ve got Airpods, iPhone cases and all the TikTok-recommended beauty products. There are BlueTooth speakers, face masks, lip balm and nail polish to stash away in their mini fridge , LED lights for their bedroom, retro polaroid cameras and rose gold jewellery. Y'know: "trendy" bestsellers that could actually end up in one of her Instagram reels. With this gift guide, you can do so much better at birthday gifts for teens than a gift card or a bath bomb.
Best gifts for teenage girls at a glance:
- Best Overall: Oversized Zip Up Hoodie X Jess Hunt, £65
- Best Value: Teen Skin Fix Regime Kit, £29.95
- Best Gift for Teen Girls: Vital Seamless 2.0 Leggings, £45
- Best Gift for Teen Boys: Nintendo Switch, £291
- Best Gift for 17-Year-Olds: Custom Name Bracelet (Gold), £79
Ahead, our full edit of the best gifts for teens, whether it's Christmas or their birthday.
VITAL SEAMLESS 2.0 LEGGINGS
Gymshark leggings have long been a thing of worship in the exercise industry, for countless very good reasons. Said reasons: they're reasonably priced, high-waisted, squat-proof, crafted from high-quality fabrics and adorned in mood-boosting prints and colours.
Teen Skin Fix Regime Kit
Their first skincare routine, incoming, with thanks to Nip + Fab. The Teen Skin Fix Regime gift box is a collection of the brand's bestselling Teen Skin and Salicylic Fix products which are all formulated with sensitive skin in mind – and targeted to prevent unwanted blemishes and breakouts on younger skin. There's a spot zap stick, a sheet mask, zit stickers, a moisturiser and a nighttime face wash.
Chelsea Backpack
One of the most popular products among GLAMOUR readers last Black Friday was this Chelsea Daypack by Antler – one of the best laptop bags/work bags/weekend bags on the market. It comes in a range of colours, giving you plenty of choice, and it is designed to work alongside the brand's Clifton cases.
It has a secure laptop pocket for them to take their MacBook to school or university, and is made from water-resistant nylon to make it spill-safe.
Barbie Oodie
They're probably obsessed with Barbie, let's face it. So Oodie's new Barbie collab is kind of the coolest gift for teen girls we've seen. The comfiest, warmest, cosiest accessory they'll ever own, it's made from ultra-soft sherpa fleece on the inside and scrumptious Toastytek™ flannel fleece on the outside. Nothing better to wear when they curl up on the sofa at night.
Smoko Souffle Pancake Light
Inject her favourite breakfast into her bedroom decor with this super-cute light by Smoko. Designed like an American pancake stack – complete with fruity toppings – it has an adorable face and exudes an ambient, warm light. It'll turn off automatically after one hour making it the perfect night light solution.
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The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook by Valentina Mussi
All of TikTok’s favourite recipes, from whipped coffee to mug cakes, have finally been gathered in one place.
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Bond Repair & Restore Kit
Lakeland Mini Digital Ice Cream Maker 0.5L
Ice cream makers usually come in pretty expensive, but we've managed to track down a sub-£30 machine from Lakeland to help her whip up her very own chocolate gelato.
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ADA Cap - Cream/Black
There's one hat style that has made the transition from social media to real life this year: the humble baseball cap. Inspired by the likes of Salvatore Ferragamo, Stella McCartney and Tom Ford, they're big news, and this one from Adanola is perfect for the teen in your life to get on board with the trend.
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Slashome Ice Globes
After being kept in the freezer, these ice globes help soothe redness, puffiness, and inflammation. The beauty lover will be thrilled to have these for sleepovers.
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Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 2 Printer
Any smartphone can become an instant camera with this gadget, which prints out digital shots as mini photos that they can display anywhere. It’s 2023’s answer to the Polaroid.
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Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara
Perhaps the most impressive mascara we've ever used - and one of the most viral TikTok beauty products of all time - this formula easily doubles lash length, gives incredible definition and should earn a spot in their makeup bag.
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Intelligent Change The Five-Minute Journal
In just five minutes a day, this thought-provoking journal can teach your teen multitudes about contentment, mindfulness, and gratitude.
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Glocusent Neck Reading Light
BookTokers will get a kick out of this reading night light that’s clutch for using when their roommate is fast asleep.
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Midnights by Taylor Swift
The Swiftie who has Midnights on repeat definitely needs the album on vinyl. Spotify is great and all, but it just sounds better this way.
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Amazon Kindle E-Reader
Help them stay on top of their required reading list with a Kindle, now available with twice the amount of storage and in a sleek blue case.
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JW PEI Women's Gabbi Ruched Hobo Handbag
JW Pei bags have countless A-listers and influencers as fans – from Megan Fox to Gigi Hadid, Hailey Bieber and Emily Ratajkowski. Luckily, they come in under £100, and are available to shop via next-day delivery on Amazon. Sold? Sold.
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Stackers Headphone Stand, Blush
If she's ~constantly~ plugged into the latest episode of her favourite podcast, or Taylor Swift's latest album drop, then Stackers' cute blush headphone stand will come in very handy on her bedside table. It's a cute way to keep everything that little tidier.
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Fotini Tikkou Visage Mug
Illustrator Fotini Tikkou captures the whimsical and sweet through handcrafted ceramics and adorable illustrations. This cute mug has been designed in collaboration with Anthropologie, and will help her tick one more item off her university checklist.
Hipster Boyshort
When you hit puberty, there's little more daunting instances than getting your period for the first time. Period pants for teens can help minimise the stress of it all, though, and make the whole experience a lot easier to deal with. These Hipster Boyshorts are so comfy for sleeping in.
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Revlon One-Step Volumizer Hair Dryer
The teen who spends all their allowance on Dry Bar appointments can save some cash and master doing their own hair with this TikTok-famous blow-dry brush.
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Mylee Exclusive The Full Works Gel Polish Kit (Worth £155.50)
Gel manicures are great, but they're pretty expensive. Give her the gift of salon-quality nails at home with this home gel nail kit by Mylee. High shine + speedy drying time = her best home manicure to date.
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Luna
Stop what you're doing. Aren't these just the cutest pyjamas you ever did see? They're by a new loungewear brand It's 9pm, which crafts premium pieces that you can sleep, live and play in.
Their first collection – It's 9pm Somewhere – featured hand-painted stars, re-imagined artworks and a nostalgic 70s colour palette combine to create an aesthetic that feels vibrant, timeless and soulful.
