ur teenage years are simultaneously the best and worst of our lives. From raging hormones and mood swings, to the complicated politics of secondary school life and studying for exams that just may determine one’s future, our teen years can truly suck.
They’ll also be extreme highs thanks to the sheer joy elicited by youth and vitality. From discovering new music to curating their own unique styles and tastes, there’s always something new to discover. Alexa, play Taylor Swift’s Fifteen.
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Our job as parents, guardians or siblings is to ensure these bouts of pure teenage bliss are a regular occurrence – though we don’t always get it right. After all, the teenager has been uniquely moulded by each generation since their ‘invention’ in the 1950s (before then, kids pretty much became adults as soon as they reached the supposedly marriageable age of 16). Gen-Z teenagers appear almost unrecognisable to those who came of age as Millennials, while both tech-savvy generations are considered entirely alien to Boomers.
Whichever generation you belong to, we’re here to help you understand what your young tween might just consider ‘cool’ this Christmas. Getting it right can be difficult, especially with trends changing faster than you can ask your teen what on earth ‘Gorpcore’ is, and whether it’s a disease that you should be concerned about.
From stylish room décor to the It-kid accessories of the moment, we’ve rounded up a selection of the best gifts to buy your teenager this Christmas. Keep scrolling to become the coolest gifter ever.
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LED Himalayan Salt Lamp Speaker
This ingenious two-in-one device is the wellness accessory you never knew you needed. Himalayan salt lamps are said to help cleanse and balance our energy. They are used by many meditation experts to help enhance their experience, but we’ve never come across one with a built-in Bluetooth speaker. Enjoy the calming sounds of the ocean or your favourite album while drifting off into a post-study-sesh nap.
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Adidas Handball Spezial Shoes
Teens have been flocking to Adidas in troves to purchase Sambas like Emma Chamberlain, or Gazelles – which have been dubbed ‘Satellite Stompers’ by Harry Styles fans, as they’re a key element of his tour ensemble. This has resulted in both Sambas and Gazelles being extremely hard to purchase. Offering a brilliant middle-ground between the two styles and our personal favourite, the Adidas Spezials are a bang-up choice and are available in a range of colourways.
We’re particularly partial to the navy/baby blue colourway with gum soles. You can also add some subtle personalisation at the side of each shoe. Now that’s a perfect gift.
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Pure Steam Distilled Rosewater
Young skin is often sensitive and very reactive. Rosewater offers calming, moisturising and brightness-boosting properties for your teen, and this formula by Forest Essentials is as good as it gets when it comes to the magical elixir. High-quality roses are sourced from Kannauj in India, after which they are steam-distilled to retain as much of their essence as possible.
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Apple AirPods Max
With a noise-cancellation capacity that makes you feel like you’re floating in outer space, unbeatable sound quality and looks to boot – the AirPods Max is one of the most coveted pieces of tech to be released in the last few years. If you really want to impress your teen, we recommend scooping up a packet of adorable jelly stickers so that they can customise their new prized possession.
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Hand Ramen Bowl Set
A brilliant present for the noodle-obsessed, slurpy meals have never been more of a delight than when eaten from this cute and practical ramen set. Complete with a ceramic chopstick holder in the shape of an outstretched hand, as well as a notch on the rim of the ceramic bowl to hold your chopsticks to prevent spillages – this gift is a university essential.
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Hercules DJControl Inpulse 300 MK2 – USB DJ Controller – 2 Decks with 16 Pads and Built-in Sound Card
Treat the budding DJ in your life to a brand-new set of starter decks this Christmas. Serato DJ Lite software is included in your purchase and offers all the features integral to learning how to mix and scratch like a pro. Simply set up your Hercules via an iMac or Windows PC and connect to a pair of headphones or speakers depending on how confident you are in your set. Complete with 16 pads for triggering funky samples and loops, this lightweight device is sure to kick-start your musical career.
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Subcold Ultra 15 Mini Fridge Cooler
Though we’re not necessarily supposed to encourage our teenagers to never leave their room, this 15L mini fridge will keep their favourite snacks and beverages safe from sneaky siblings. Plus, keeping skincare in a mini fridge is a fantastic way to keep opened products as fresh as possible, while boosting their soothing or calming capabilities.
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Glossier Duffle Bag
We don’t think we’ve ever come across a more perfect Weekender bag. Equipped with a single main compartment, two interior pockets, a side pocket, an adjustable and detachable strap, and realised in a dreamy desert rose and sand colourway, this is an essential piece of kit for adults and teens alike.
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Ralph Lauren The Iconic Flag Jumper
A true heritage piece, treat your teen to a jumper that’ll last them a lifetime this Christmas. The iconic American Flag crew neck by Ralph Lauren is truly an embodiment of the brand’s all-American aesthetic, offering a perennially stylish essential that’ll keep you warm during the coldest winter months.
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Mr Maria Miffy XL Lamp
For an XL serving of cuteness with a side order of sheer practicality, the Mr Maria Miffy Lamp is a brilliant Christmas gift. Wirelessly powered by a rechargeable battery and complete with dimming settings, as well as an automatic 15-minute switch-off setting, this is the ultimate kitschy bedside lamp for your teen’s bedroom.
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Eastpak Bumbag Double RW Khaki
Stylish and inherently practical, the bum bag has made a comeback in recent years and we think it’s here to stay. Part of Eastpak’s Resist Waste collection, this attractive piece has been crafted from surplus materials and leftover fabrics. With one large main compartment, two zip-fastening front pocks and an adjustable strap, your teen can keep their belongings as close as possible while upping their street-style game.
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Nintendo Switch Console
Handheld and portable, the Nintendo Switch Console has a whopping nine-hour battery life depending on their game of choice. Hook it up to your telly to play Mario Kart like a pro, use table-top mode for a high-quality home-gaming experience, and of course, go fully handheld for gaming on the go.
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Papier Mavis Hardback Notebook
Whether your teen is into bullet journalling, daily diary entries, sticker collecting or any other hobby that requires a hard-back notebook – Papier is the place to purchase one. The beautifully designed, neutral-toned Mavis diary can be customised to feature the recipient’s name. Plus, you can choose between dotted, lined or blank pages.
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Taylor Swift Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)
Call us biased, but no album has better spoken of the trials and tribulations of teenage girlhood. Swift’s Speak Now was originally released in 2010 when the international megastar was just 21. The 2023 re-record features six unreleased tracks from the vault, which were written during the time of the album’s initial production – offering a whopping 22 scream-into-your-hairbrush-worthy bangers.
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Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Tumbler
The not-so hidden secret of healthy skin and achieving a general all-over glow is pure and simple: hydration. The appeal of the 1.2 litre Stanley Quencher has become unbelievably widespread, reaching it-girls and hydration obsessives in all corners of the United Kingdom and the rest of the globe. Purchase this ludicrously capacious water tumbler for your teen this Christmas and thank us later.
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Huge Goose Plush Toy
We don’t think we even have to attempt a sell for this giant goose plush toy. Available in sizes ranging from 90cm to 160cm with a price point that never exceeds £50 no matter how giant a goose you go for, the pay-off for this massive stuffed toy is nevertheless priceless.
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Pizza Oodie
Slouchy, sumptuous comfort for Christmas morning and beyond, no teenager’s winter wardrobe is complete without an Oodie.
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