50 gifts teenage girls actually want in 2023

Being a teen girl is always a little complicated. That's why finding the right gift for your teenager can often seem like a daunting, tedious experience. But, just like navigating adolescence, the trick is to not overthink it. Instead, let us overthink it for you. We’ve scoured the internet and compiled 50 gifts for teenage girls of all strides that will make you one of the “cool boomers.”

Teenage girls are notoriously picky, even under the best of circumstances. Whether the teen girl in your life is a tech-savvy gamer or a fashionista, we’ve done the legwork to find 50 of the best teen girl gifts. All you have to do is add your favorites to your online cart. It doesn’t matter what the occasion is, be it Christmas, their birthday, or simply celebrating a milestone like a middle school graduation. We’ve also taken into account budget, with plenty of offerings that will make them happy without the need to dip into their college savings account. There are plenty of options here to make her smile, with popular teenage girl gifts including tech accessories like Apple AirPods Pro, glow-up cosmetics like Rare Beauty essentials, eye-catching fashion, jewelry, trending gifts, and more.

1. Fjallraven Kanken backpack

Fjallraven Kanken is the go-to brand for simple, classic, ever-stylish backpacks. When we tested for the best backpacks, we named the Kanken with the laptop compartment the best one for casual use, due to its lightweight construction, adjustable padded straps and easy-to-clean vinyl material. Whether you get the 15-inch version with the laptop compartment or the smaller, classic version, it'll be a happily-received gift.

2. The Husband Reading Pillow

This reading pillow, with a sturdy foam interior, soft micro-plush exterior, two-arm support and headrest, will do just that (without the requisite eye roll that comes with any request to stop slumping over). It comes in a range of colors that should suit any teen girl's style, from powder blue to baby pink to classic black, and provides quality, comfortable support for any laptop-, tablet- or book-based activity she gets up to.

3. Thread Wallet

Whether she's a newly licensed driver, has just gotten her first debit or credit card, or is flush with babysitting cash, she'll need an easy way to keep the important stuff on her. This minimalistic wallet from beloved-by-teens brand Thread holds the essentials—ID, a credit card or two, and a few bills—without weighing her down. It also comes in a bunch of colors and patterns that will satisfy all aesthetics.

4. The Revlon One-Step

If you know a girl who craves regular blow-outs but doesn’t have the funds for salon visits, she’ll love the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer. This tool looks like a round brush, with tufted bristles and nylon pins, but it blows hot air from within the barrel. This allows users to brush it through wet hair to detangle and dry it completely, giving hair a sleek, blown-out look in a fraction of the time it might take to blow it dry then iron it flat.

5. Popsocket

A Popsocket is a gadget that sticks to the back of a phone or phone case and extends out, to create an easy carrying handle or stand. This gadget makes it more comfortable to talk on the phone, FaceTime, take photos and in general, hold a smartphone (which technically is not surgically affixed to a teen girl's hand).

6. Lululemon Align Leggings

One of the most popular brands for athleisure wear is Lululemon. We love their Align Leggings, in particular, because they're the fitness legging our former style editor, Amanda Tarlton, swears by. "The leggings are easily the most comfortable, buttery-soft things I've ever put on my legs," she says. Plus, these leggings have multiple inseam lengths—so there are options for the girl you're shopping for regardless of her height. Reviewers also swear by their tanks and hoodies for all-day comfort, too.

7. Renpho Eyeris 1 eye massager with heat

They don't make self-care devices better than the Renpho Eyeris 1. This eye mask applies heat and massages the area around the eyes, to provide your teenage girl some serious relief, especially after long days. They can wear it anytime, but it works especially well right before going to sleep.

8. Hydro Flask

The Hydro Flask is the status-symbol water bottle of the moment—and it doesn't hurt that it's also a great hydration vessel. It performed well in our test of the best water bottles, in which we found that it keeps liquids at their intended temperatures for hours without creating condensation on the outside of the bottle. Hydro Flask also comes in a wide range of colors, like icy blue, jade, pink and more, so the teen in your life will want to carry it around wherever they go.

9. Rare Beauty products

Last September, Selena Gomez debuted a new beauty line at Sephora, called Rare Beauty—and, unsurprisingly, it was a big hit. The former Disney starlet has enough clout to make even the most mediocre of makeup lines successful, but Rare Beauty is actually worth the hype, according to our reviewer. 

10. Scrunci

Hair ties always seem to evaporate and go missing right when you need them most. Help the teen girl in your life replenish her supply with this top-rated Scrunci pack. The set comes with a wide range of colors, in a soft velvety material to mix and match with any outfit. Plus, of course, they work well to keep hair tied back throughout the day.

11. Nintendo Switch Lite console

Whether she's trying to escape to an island with her favorite villages in Animal Crossing: New Horizons on racing Mario and his best mates in Mario Kart 8, a Nintendo Switch Lite is a must. It's also available in a variety of fun colors including turquoise and coral, so your teenager can pick one that matches her style.

12. Forever 21 Straight-Leg Cargo Jeans

The '90s never truly went away, especially when it comes to fashion. These cargo jeans from Forever 21 are beloved by Xers, Millenials, and even Zoomers, with the way they blend a trendy look with functionality. Who needs a purse or carry-all when you have all these pockets?

13. Apple AirPods Pro second generation

AirPods Pro are among the coolest and trendiest tech accessories you can get right now. They're a legitimately great product, too—they're our pick for the best in-ear headphones—with excellent sound quality, true-wireless capabilities, and an easy-to-store charging case. Also, did we mention that they're cool? Not only will giving them as a present up the status quo of your giftee, but they'll also earn you some points as well.

14. Glow Recipe Watermelon Hyaluronic Clay Pore-Tight Facial Mask

Protective face masks, though necessary, may not be every teen girl's gift of choice. But there are face masks with more universal, timeless gift-giving appeal—those of the cosmetic variety, which can be slapped on during a quiet evening at home for a soothing, rejuvenating effect. We recommend the Glow Recipe Watermelon Hyaluronic Clay Pore-Tight Facial Mask, which unclogs pores and hydrates skin.

15. Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Cold brew is not only smoother, it's got an extra caffeinated punch that helps keep teenage girls awake on busy days. The Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker is our favorite cold brew maker because it's easy to use, easier to clean, and makes seriously tasty coffee.

16. Fujifilm Instax 12 Mini Instant Camera

Wallet-sized, instantly printable photos never go out of style. And the Fujifilm Instax 12 is a great way to get them. It's simple to use and produces perfectly vintage-looking snaps with each shot. As a bonus, the camera comes in a range of bright, peppy colors—like "blush pink" and "sky blue"—so the camera looks fun in addition to being fun.

17. Glossier grooming products

Personal grooming products can make a great present—as long as you get the right ones from the right brands. We recommend two from Glossier: Boy Brow, the brand's bestselling eyebrow pomade, which fills in brows without making them look overdone, and the Body Hero Duo, which gets you shower gel and lotion in the brand's signature scent.

18. Crocs

Crocs are cool again (no, seriously—they are). The lightweight rubber clogs are all over Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, so chances are pretty good that they're already on a teen girl's wish list. Browse through Crocs' vast color selection, which includes lavender, teal and blush pink, to find the best pair for your giftee. It also can't hurt to throw in some Jibbitz that match your teenager's personality. 

19. Sipwell Stainless Steel Straws

Our best value pick for reusable straws are the Sipwell stainless steel straws and for good reason. They're easy to clean, are great for sipping water and iced coffee and don't carry that annoying metallic taste most other options do. What's more, they're also less than $10!

20. Kindle Paperwhite

There are few better ways to inspire a love of literature in teen girls than by getting them our favorite Kindle on the market. The Kindle Paperwhite is unmatched for providing tons of new and classic books, newspapers, and even magazines, on a gorgeous and easy-to-read display.

21. Lifeproof phone case

Smartphones are way too easy to drop. Help your teen girl keep hers intact, even when it slips out of her hand, with one of Lifeproof's Wake cases. This ultra-slim, eco-friendly phone case is made of 85% recycled plastic but can help phones survive drops of up to six feet. It's also available in different sizes for Apple, Samsung, and Google phones and comes in green, gray, purple, and black colors.

22. Chowish slipper socks

Getting out of bed with a nice pair of snuggly socks on can start the day off just right, and this particular pair are just what she needs.  These socks have a soft microfiber interior, giving them a cozy, luxurious feel, and they're available in a handful of different styles and colors including pastels, dark solids, and even charming pink ones covered in hearts.

23. Good Vibrations Aviator Sunglasses

Who doesn’t love a good pair of sunnies? Treat the teen girl in your life to a classic with this pair of aviators—available with black, silver or gold frames—which should work in her wardrobe, no matter what her personal style is. If she wears prescription glasses, you can get the lenses fixed up with her prescription, which can ensure she’s always seeing clearly wherever she is.

24. Anker PowerCore

Everyone’s phone dies at some point. But a phone dies even quicker if, throughout the day, the user jostles between text messaging, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat on a near-constant loop—which, for many teens, tends to be the case. Help the teenage girl in your life keep their phone alive with this Anker power bank, which is small and compact but holds several charges' worth of juice and can prolong the battery life of any phone for at least a few hours.

25. Aerie bralette

As any person with breasts knows, bras can be the worst kind of prison, especially the kinds with unforgiving straps and underwires. Fortunately, they don’t have to be, especially if you opt for a bralette. A bralette from Aerie makes a great gift, and available in different styles and colors.

26. JBL Flip Waterproof Speaker

Whether it's in a bedroom or stuffed in a backpack for an impromptu DJ sesh outside, a portable speaker is always good to have around. We like the JBL Flip 5, which has great sound quality, long battery life, and solid waterproofing. Because of these factors, it's sure to be a speaker that will stick around for years, even as her music taste changes into college.

27. Luckies Scratch Map Deluxe

Whether she plans to embark on that international study abroad trip or a summer backpacking excursion, this is the gift she needs. For her trip through Europe or that road trip across the country, this scratch-off map will help her keep track of all her timeless adventures. Rubbing the shiny gold surface with a coin (or fingernail), reveals a bold pop of color, making each map totally unique to the person who owns it.

28. Gillette Venus Extra Smooth Swirl Razor

Not all teen girls shave. But for those that do—or are just starting out—it's hard to imagine a better way to do it than with our favorite razor, the Gillette Venus Deluxe Smooth Swirl Razor. We loved the "swirl" component, which allowed the head of the razor to swivel and rotate to accommodate the knees and ankles readily. The razor isn't all that expensive—but it's more than some teenage girls may want to spend on themselves, making it a great gift.

29. Anthropologie monogram necklace

Trends come and go, but monograms are forever. That's why we love this simple block letter monogram necklace from Anthropologie, which allows the wearer to hang a letter—their first name, last name or that of someone they love—around their neck. The letters hang individually, which makes them great for layering with other pieces of jewelry or wearing on their own.

30. iPad

Our best value tablet, an iPad, can come in handy for just about everything, from schoolwork to reading books to a secondary—or even replacement—laptop. Whether the teen you give it to uses it to download textbooks or mainline Netflix, it's sure to be appreciated.

31. "The Office": Schrute Farms Sweatshirt

If you know, you know. Fortunately, a lot of teens are into The Office, and will know the not-so-secret meaning behind this sweatshirt, which references the farm owned by resident Office oddball Dwight Schrute. Reviewers of the sweatshirt love its soft, warm material and the fact that it often gets them appreciative nods and smiles from fellow fans of the series.

32. A Crosley turntable

Bowie and The Beatles sound great through a pair of AirPods. But if you know a teen who's becoming a true audiophile—or just watched "High Fidelity" for the first time—she'd probably love to hear her favorite artists on vinyl (yes, that includes Billie Eilish). Reviewers love the appearance of the Crosley suitcase record player, and some claim it's a great starting point for those looking to get into record players.

33. Always Pan 2.0

If the teenage girl in your life is constantly watching cooking TikTok videos on a loop, the Always Pan 2.0 is likely already on her wishlist. It's the perfect piece of cookware for budding chefs, that braises, frys, sautes, and even steams with its companion steamer. It even comes in tons of attractive colors to match their personality.

34. Fitbit Versa 3

A fitness tracker can be a great gift for almost anyone. But the Fitbit Versa 3 is an especially great option for any active teen girl, as well as our pick for the best fitness tracker worth investing in. It supports both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, which allows the user to check the weather or get reminders with just their voice. It also tracks all kinds of workouts, from runs to bikes to hikes, in addition to measuring step count all day long. 

35. Thinx Fresh Start Period Kit

We tested period panties and named Thinx our favorite because they absorbed menstrual fluid quickly and felt just like a regular pair of underwear. You can give your teen a regular pair or the Fresh Start Period Kit, which contains three pairs of underwear designed for people between the ages of 9 to 16 in cute, comfy styles. It might not be the most glitzy gift, but it's definitely one she'll use.

36. GoPro HERO7 White

This small but mighty GoPro—our top pick for the best affordable vlogging camera—is sure to be appreciated by any YouTube-watcher who's thinking about starting their own channel. It's easy to figure out, has great optics, and possesses a deep depth of field, which means the object you're shooting stays in focus no matter how far away you are. It's also waterproof and resistant to drops, so it's well-equipped to withstand accidents and adventures.

37. Brilliant Earth Heart Pavé diamond necklace

When in doubt, remember the old adage that Nicole Kidman once sang: diamonds are a girl's best friend. The Brilliant Earth Heart Pavé diamond necklace is a beautiful piece that pairs equally well with prom nights and weekend parties. It's available in silver or rose gold finishes.

38. Duck boots

The weather might not be cool yet, but it's never too early to stock up on stylish footwear for the winter. Bean Boots are a classic for a reason. These iconic snow boots—the “original antidote for wet feet,” according to L.L. Bean—keep feet warm, dry and comfy in the wind, snow, and rain. Their design, with grippy rubber soles and a full-grain rubber upper, hasn’t changed in the 100-plus years they’ve been around, so you don't have to worry about them going out of style.

39.  Tomtoc laptop sleeve

Laptops are easy to drop. Preempt any tech-dropping disasters with this Tomtoc laptop case, which performed well in our test of laptop sleeves. We love its sleek outer appearance, spacious exterior pocket and luxurious-feeling inner lining. Plus, it comes in a few cool colors and patterns such as light pink, blue, floral and more.

40. HP Envy x360

The HP Envy x360 has pretty much everything you could want in a laptop—like a long battery life, bright and colorful screen and quick operating speeds—for a relatively low price, which makes it a great pick for teens and students. If you know a teenage girl who needs a powerhouse laptop, this is an excellent gift.

41. Theragun Mini

Nothing melts away the stress of a long day or a strenuous physical activity like the Theragun Mini. It's a perfect gift for teenage girls because it fits in most purses and all backpacks, to provide instant relief on necks, legs, arms, backs, and even faces. It's one of our favorite massage guns on the market and a fair bit more affordable than similarly powered devices.

42. Aerie leggings

Leggings have been a teen girl style staple for a long time—and will likely remain so, at least as long as social distancing and virtual activities continue. If the teen in your life needs a new pair (or three), they'll be happy with Aerie's Offline high-waisted leggings. Reviewers love that they provide opaque coverage, even in lighter colors, and feel soft and supportive. This makes them a great option for any teen girl, whether she's wearing them to work out, go for a walk or hang out around the house.

43. Pura Vida bracelets

Even a teen who’s never been much for jewelry will appreciate these stackable, surfer-chic Pura Vida bracelets, which can be worn all the time and withstand vigorous activity. Pick and choose between individual bracelets or themed sets—like the Dreaming Out Loud or Wanderlust pack—or go for the subscription package, so they can add to their stack each month.

44. Ghost-Spider Pullover Hoodie

Whether she's lounging at home or heading to one of the upcoming Marvel movies with her friends, she'll love a new piece of clothing from her favorite fandom. One option is this Ghost-Spider Pullover Hoodiethat's available in multiple sizes and features a soft cotton build.

45. Disney+ subscription

Whether Mom and Dad drew the line at getting one more streaming service, or she just doesn't want to bum off her parents' account anymore, a Disney+ subscription of one's own can be a powerful thing. A full year of access is $110, and with it, she can watch old favorites from her childhood, plus newer movies and shows such as Black Panther, Hamilton and Mulan. To really sweeten the gift, you can make it a package with Hulu and ESPN+ for $12.99 a month. No matter what you opt for, she’ll stay entertained throughout the months ahead. And who knows? Maybe she’ll even share the service with her parents.

46. Apple Watch SE

If you're buying the teen girl in your life a showstopping gift for her graduation or another big milestone, you could do worse than the Apple Watch SE. While it's available at a budget price, it goes toe to toe with pricier models with activity and lifestyle trackers as well as excellent iPhone integration. It's our pick for the best smartwatch for the price and can be personalized with different armbands to boot.

47. lululemon The Mat

Staying active is much easier if you've got the right workout accessories. Pilates, yoga, and even everyday stretching is a pleasure with The Mat by lululemon. It's five millimeters thick and has a rubber base, to provide a little extra comfort for anyone looking to break a sweat. There are eight different striking styles to choose from including Tidewater Teal and Dew Pink.

48. “Dessert Person: Recipes and Guidance for Baking with Confidence” by Claire Saffitz

There are few YouTube bakers quite as iconic as Claire Saffitz. Her first cookbook “Dessert Person: Recipes and Guidance for Baking with Confidence” is packed full of easy-to-follow recipes that will please beginner bakers as well as polished experts. The gorgeous and mouthwatering pictures are worth the price of admission alone.

49. Conair Tabletop Mount Lighted Makeup Mirror

The stereotype of teen girls hogging the family bathroom has most to do with the fact that water closet lighting is perfect for applying makeup. With the Conair Tabletop Mount Lighted Makeup Mirror they can apply their makeup in the comfort of their room, or any room in the house for that matter. It ranks as one of our best makeup mirrors because it's beautifully designed and easy to use.

50. Benevolence LA Plush Velvet Jewelry Storage Box

A jewelry box should be as beautiful as the jewelry it stores, and this one certainly qualifies. It's got tons of compartments for bracelets, rings, necklaces, and more, complete with a plush interior and even a makeup mirror. It's even small enough to make it a great jewelry box for travelers.