38 Best Gifts for Teens

Teens' socks endure some major wear and tear, so why not give them new socks from a clothing company that gives back? Charitable giving is important to many of today's teens, and Bombas gives one pair of socks to a homeless person for every pair of socks sold. Additionally, Bombas are durable and come in many styles, from sport socks to dressier versions.

Alexandra F. said:  Has your teen adopted an artistic new hobby since the pandemic? Help them up their watercolor game with a set of gorgeous, professional-quality paints. Be sure to pair it with plenty of canvas or a watercolor pad for their artistic creations.

Katie G. said:  Let's be honest, kids lose things all the time, so spending money on expensive wireless earbuds is out of the question. These less expensive buds are comfortable and functional with a long-lasting battery life. Your teen will be thrilled to zone out in their phone or tablet with these wireless earbuds.

Shila said:  This stylish decor is hip and playful. Known by many names (e.g., Flip Sequin, Reversible Sequin, Two-Toned Sequin, etc.), teens love to own and decorate their bedrooms with sequin sparkle decor. What's especially unique is the touch factor. You rub your fingers in either direction to reveal a different color. Kids can write or draw pictures on it. Many kids and teens actually find it to be quite relaxing. This one is extra special because you can personalize it with the gift recipient's name!

Vanessa M. said:  Ipsy is a subscription service sending a Glam Bag filled with 5 personalized makeup and beauty products each month, makeup pouch included! How fun is that? Enjoy lotions, lip gloss, nail polish, eye shadows, and more.

Carly Follett said:  This is a great gift for your teen fitness buff. Designed to fit most door frames, the workout bar is perfect for strengthening their back, biceps, and other upper body muscles. The workout bar is easily installed and can be taken down just as easily for a floor workout and/or easy storage.

Alexandra F. said:  The ultimate gift for any Harry Potter fan, this LEGO set has more than six thousand pieces and will keep your teen - and perhaps the whole family - entertained for quite a while. But rest assured, seeing their favorite school of witchcraft & wizardry come alive before their eyes will be well worth the effort!

For non-Potterheads, the LEGO Architecture collection offers many gorgeous and challenging sets worthy of gifting your oldest LEGO-lovers, including replicas of renowned architectural marvels like the Empire State Building or Eiffel Tower.

Carly Follett said:  This is a great gift for your teen who is constantly taking selfies and pictures. These string lights have picture clips allowing your teen to uniquely display their pictures throughout their room.

Vanessa M. said:  These trendy necklaces are sure to be a hit. Each necklace is personalized with her name, and many options can even add a birthstone to accent the piece. Personalized rings, bracelets and earrings are also available.

Vanessa M. said:  How adorable is this color changing unicorn mug? When a hot drink is poured into the mug, the unicorn's mane magically changes from purple to rainbow!

Jennie Utsinger said:  These little magnetic balls, available in a variety of colors, are impossible to put down. Each of the 216 rare-earth magnets is incredibly strong and can hold a half-pound wrench. Perfect for a teen to fiddle with during homework or just hanging out.

*Make sure to keep these magnets away from children.

Kelly R. said:  My teen would live in pajama pants if he could, and this seems to be about right for most of his peers, as school amended their dress code to prohibit them. His favorites are Old Navy, which are frequently on sale and come in cotton poplin for summer and flannel for winter.

Vanessa M. said:  Stumped on what to give the teen on your list? You can't go wrong with a Five Below gift card. Everything in the store is $5 or less, and many of the store's items are geared towards teens, with fun t-shirts, trendy teen room decor, tech gear, crafts, makeup, and much more. Teens are sure to find something they will love.

Kelly R. said:  A portable electronics charger can slip into a backpack or purse (or even a pocket) to be used as a backup phone battery. So they'll never be able to say they didn't call you because their battery was dead. A practical stocking stuffer idea!

Vanessa M. said:  Let their imaginations go wild with this 3D pen. Teens can create anything they imagine, in a variety of colors. The slim, ergonomic pen has OLED display to monitor temperature and adjustable speed button to regulate flow for optimum control.