The 36 best gift ideas for US teens in 2025 picked by actual teens
Briefly

The 36 best gift ideas for US teens in 2025  picked by actual teens
"Teenagers are already tough to decipher. Now try to figure out which consoles they own and which shade of makeup they prefer, and it's no wonder most parents just resort to cash and gift cards. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. But don't give up just yet. We braved eye rolls and shrugs to extract 36 gift ideas for teens from teens themselves."
"Pulling these answers out of angsty coming-of-agers wasn't easy. But they revealed the most sought-after gifts for gen Alpha. All prices current at the time of publication. The very best gift ideas for US teens Photograph: Courtesy of Lululemon Gifts for teen fashionistas Lululemon Define Jacket $128 at Lululemon I want another Lululemon Define jacket, as it makes me feel snatched. Aly, 13"
"Photograph: Courtesy of Sephora Fake eyelash cluster kit $11.69 at Amazon $18 at Sephora Fake eyelash kits. The ones with the individual lashes, not the full ones. Clusters. Soriyah, 16 Photograph: Courtesy of Amazon Gold-plated bracelets $19.99 for set of six at Amazon $44 for set of three at Anthropologie Photograph: Courtesy of Ana Luisa Gold-plated necklace $16.99 at Amazon $90 at Ana Luisa Gold-plated bracelets and necklaces, because they make me feel pretty and I can wear them with lots of outfits. Betsy, 16"
Parents frequently default to cash and gift cards because teen preferences can be hard to predict. A compiled list highlights 36 popular gift ideas for Gen Alpha across fashion, beauty, and accessories. Specific recommendations include branded athleisure like the Lululemon Define Jacket, faux eyelash cluster kits, gold-plated bracelets and necklaces, fitted tops, lip gloss, and hoodies. Price options range from budget Amazon finds to higher-end boutique pieces, giving a mix of affordable and premium choices. The selections emphasize items that boost confidence, style, and everyday wearability.
Read at www.theguardian.com
Unable to calculate read time
[
|
]