Every product is independently selected by obsessive editors. Things you buy through our links may earn us a commission. Teenage girls are notoriously hard to shop for — and picking the right gift for them may be harder than ever before thanks to trends that shift at lightning speed and the influence of social-media stars whom most people of legal drinking age have never heard of. To help you find an age-appropriate gift , we consulted with actual teenage girls — including some of the YouTube , Instagram , and TikTok personalities that the teen in your life likely follows. Then we combed our archives for any particularly covetable products for this age group. Although string lights are still popular for the homey glow they cast, LED strip lights look better on TikTok. Jewelry and bag designer Susan Alexandra — a favorite among cool girls — is also a fan of the brand. You can also add a note and pick the message on the accompanying matchbox. The gesture feels more personal than buying a single candle off a shelf.
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Shopping for moms , husbands , and best friends aside, figuring out the perfect gifts for teenage girls might be the most challenging feat on your holiday agenda. With its Internet choreography, rising beauty trends , and family pranks popular among the outspoken generation, the social platform is a solid place to scoop up holiday gift ideas. With an infinite stream of videos on the app, stumbling upon a random wish list is unlikely, but there are dedicated gifting accounts that make recommendations for presents for various age groups.
Holiday shopping is hard. Between the ever-changing hot, new brands and the seemingly massive age range a lottt happens between the ages of 12 - 19 , deciding what to surprise a teenage girl with during her Christmas break is just about as terrifying as she is. But no need to fret. This guide has got it all covered.
