The Most Popular Gifts For Teens in 2021
These Are the 30 Most Popular Gifts For Teens in 2021
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This holiday season, gift the teenager in your life something they actually want. They're always aware of the latest trending items, so when you're thinking about presents, gifting something that's new and cool will definitely win over the heart of your recipient. From cute socks to fun jewellery and TikTok-inspired finds, these are the 30 presents teenagers want this year.
We're particularly eyeing the skin-care fridge, the roller skates, and the backpack that goes with everything. Plus, we have a feeling they'll fall in love with the ruched dress that's all over social media. Keep reading to shop our selects!
For the Teen Who's Always Cold: Smoko Frankie Frog USB Heated Slippers
Yes, these Smoko Frankie Frog USB Heated Slippers ($42) heat up and keep your feet warm. We kind of want them too.
For the Teenage Skin-Care Fan: Cooluli 12L Mini Beauty Refrigerator
If you know a teen who's big into skin care, then the Cooluli 12L Mini Beauty Refrigerator ($180) is for them. It stores products at the right temperature to help them last longer. Oh, and it's cute, too.
An On Trend Dress For Teenagers: Zempertoopa Bodycon Dress
If you haven't seen this Zempertoopa Sexy Bodycon Dress ($24) online yet, have you been living under a rock? The ruching is incredibly flattering.
For the Teenage Writer: Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook
This Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook ($26, originally $32) is equipped with a Pilot FriXion pen that wipes off clean, letting you reuse its 36 pages again and again. It's perfect for the notetaker.
A Cool Gadget For Teenagers: Bedside Smartphone Vase
If you know someone who's bedroom could use an upgrade, this is for them. Pretty up their night table or desk with the Bedside Smartphone Vase ($32), which holds both blooms and their phone.
A Makeup Brush Set For Teenagers: Rose Gold Mermaid Makeup Brush Set
If they're into makeup, they'll probably go nuts over these adorable Rose Gold Mermaid Makeup Brushes ($10). Who could blame them?
A Nostalgic Stocking Stuffer For Teenagers: Personalized Claw Clips
These Personalized Claw Clips ($25) are great gifts for all your friends. They make for excellent stocking stuffers.
For Teenage TikTok Food Lovers: The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook
If there's someone in your life who's obsessed with TikTok food videos (we want to try that viral salmon bowl recipe!), they will appreciate The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook ($18). Have fun making some of the recipes together.
A Funny Gift For Teenagers: Sushi Socks Box
This hilarious box of Sushi Socks ($23) comes with three pairs of themed socks. They'll be so excited to unwrap it.
A Fun Bracelet For Teenagers: Little Words Project Badass Beaded Stretch Bracelet
Gift this Little Words Project Badass Beaded Stretch Bracelet ($20) to the badass in your life. It'll be a constant reminder that they can do anything.
A Stocking Stuffer For Teenagers: Days of the Week Scrunchie Set
You can't leave the house without a scrunchie or two. This Days of the Week Scrunchie Set ($12) is so cute.
For the Teenage Selfie Taker: Brilliant Ideas Colour-Changing Clip-On Selfie Ring Light Mirror
We all know someone who would love this Brilliant Ideas Colour-Changing Clip-On Selfie Ring Light Mirror ($15). It makes for a great stocking stuffer.
A Soothing Gift For Teenagers: Mini Huggable Cooling and Heating Pad
How freakin' adorable is this Mini Huggable Cooling and Heating Pad ($14)?! It's a great asset if they're not feeling awesome or dealing with anxiety.
A Handy Sanitizer For Teenagers: PhoneSoap Smartphone Sanitizer
Get this PhoneSoap Smartphone Sanitizer ($80) to help them keep their phone clean. The device uses UV lights to get your phone 99.9 percent germ-free.
A Fun Airpod Case For Teenagers: Smoko Perry Raspberry Airpod Case
Get them this cute Smoko Perry Raspberry Airpod Case ($16) for their AirPods. They will surely never misplace them again.
A Gratitude Practice For Teenagers: The Five-Minute Journal by Intelligent Change
This The Five-Minute Journal by Intelligent Change ($25) challenges users to focus on gratitude for five minutes a day. Plus, it's aesthetically pleasing, which, if we're honest, might inspire them to actually stick to it.
An Everyday Bag For Teenagers: Fjallraven Kanken Backpack
All of their essentials can go with them thanks to the Fjallraven Kanken Backpack ($80). It's cute and practical; what more could you want?
For the Teenage Reader: Puffin Hardcover Classics
This set of Puffin Hardcover Classics ($73) is a classic. Plus, it will add some colour-coordinated goodness to their bookshelves (not to mention, everyone should read the classics at some point!).
A Cooking Gift For Teenagers: DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit
They can make a delicious snack with this DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit ($32). If you're lucky, you'll get to taste test!
For the Teenage Decor-Lover: Waterproof Starry Fairy Copper String Lights
They can make any room especially cosy with these Waterproof Starry Fairy Copper String Lights ($13). They can hang fun memories from them too.
Cute Bracelets For Teenagers: Baublebar Custom Multi Cutout Pisa Bracelets
We love that you can customise these Baublebar Custom Multi Cutout Pisa Bracelets ($40). ASll the gun colours are so cute.
For the Teenage Beauty-Lover: Makeup Vanity Mirror
Get this three-panel Makeup Vanity Mirror ($31) for the makeup-lover. The little mirrors are so handy.
An Affordable, Flattering Dress For Teenagers: Prettygarden Belted Dress With Pockets
This Prettygarden Belted Dress With Pockets ($31, originally $35) is an Amazon bestseller because of how cute it looks on! We love the green hue and the tie waist.
Something Cosy For Teenagers: Tububa Cosy Fluffy Socks
These adorable Tububa Cosy Fluffy Socks ($16) are great for around the house. The socks have over 1,900 reviews, so you know they're good.
Something Sweet For Teenagers: Sterling Silver Stackable Initial Letter Ring
This beautiful Sterling Silver Stackable Initial Letter Ring ($8-$12) will make anyone feel special. It's the perfect way to give someone a customised little gift.
A Fun Card Game For Teenagers: Sushi Go! Card Game
Sushi Go! Card Game ($9) is the perfect fast-paced game for a sleepover. The sushi lover in your life will want to play all day long.
For the Teenage Gadget-Lover: Courant Catch:3 Wireless Charger
We all know someone who has a billion different gadgets. This Courant Catch:3 ($175) wireless charger can charge everything they need, and it looks so aesthetically pleasing.
A Fun Gift For Teenagers: C7skates Quad Skates
They'll want to use these C7skates Quad Skates ($120) all the time. They look like so much fun!
A Hair Tool For Teenagers: Mermade Pro Waver
One of our editors tried this Mermade Pro Waver ($69) and can attest to how well it works. If you're looking for that perfect undone-done hair, this is it.
A Decor Gift For Teenagers: Peace Sign Wall Hook
Sometimes, the tiniest accessories can make the biggest difference in their space. They can hang bookbags and jackets on this cute Peace Sign Wall Hook ($14).
