This year, my daughter Gia gave me a very organized Christmas list. Wait — who am I kidding? Gia gives me an organized Christmas list every year. She looks forward to Christmas all year long. My daughter loves everything: clothes, makeup, jewelry—you name it. She’s already talking about Christmas and her list when it’s the dead of summer.
But I have to admit, her lists get more sophisticated and organized every year. This time, she even figured out how to link items and rename the links! She categorized everything, too. I have to hand it to her—when there’s a list with links that take you directly to the item, it’s so much easier to shop. think she’s onto something here because it definitely works out in her favor. And let me tell you — she hands a list to me and one to her dad. This girl is making out pretty well during the holidays.
The Best Holiday Gifts For Teens (As Chosen By A Teen)
So let’s get into it! Here’s her actual wishlist, covering everything from bedroom accessories to electronics, makeup (some fancy Dior lip oil is always a hit), hair products—you name it. There are even some great stocking stuffer inspo. So, if you’re short on ideas for your own teen, start here.
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Stocking Stuffers
Looking for some small and easy stocking stuffers? Here are a few ideas that never fail: lip oil, gloss, or a glossy balm (because who doesn’t love hydrated lips?), silk scrunchies (so chic and gentle on your hair), and Needoh stress cubes—perfect for keeping your hands busy and your mind relaxed!
Hair and Body Products
If you’re shopping for hair and body products for your teen, I’ve got you covered! This hair oil is a must if they’re using straighteners or curling irons—it’s packed with heat protectant. Pair it with this leave-in conditioner for extra hydration. If they’re into styling, a curling iron for big, bouncy curls and an elastic hair kit (complete with combs and tools for creating cool designs) are great options. The Ósea Body Scrub is incredible, and this Philosophy French Vanilla body gel smells amazing. They also have fun holiday scents like Peppermint Stick and Christmas Cookie that make great gifts
Makeup
We love makeup in this house! If you’re looking for some great makeup ideas, the Dior Lip Oil is always a favorite, and the Glow Recipe Gloss Balm is a must-have for hydrated, glossy lips. The Flawless Filter gives such a beautiful, glowy finish—it’s a game-changer. I’ll link some other amazing makeup options below!
Perfume and Candles
If you’re into good smells, here are some popular perfumes for teens right now: the Noyz Unmute perfume and anything by Ariana Grande (her scents are always a hit). We’ve also found some fun candles, like the Lush Snow Fairy candle, or just classic good-smelling ones like strawberry, vanilla, or raspberry. If you trust them with candles, they make a cozy gift teens love! Or, check out this candle heater, no flame it heats the candle to give off the candle’s scent with no flame.
Clothes and Sneakers
Now, onto clothes. My daughter has so many clothes, and yet she always wants more—can anyone relate? Some good gift ideas that never fail: Lululemon leggings (this garnet-colored pair is gorgeous), square-neck tops (so on-trend and super flattering), cozy robes, oversized hoodies and feminine hoodies like this one from Edikted
Sneakers are a must-have for teens, and Nikes are always super popular. Check out these Nike Dunk Low Pink Bling sneakers—they’re so fun!—and these all-white On Cloud sneakers, which go with everything
Jewelry
Gia picked out this adorable Luna and Jade charm bracelet, and I have to say, I’m loving that charm bracelets are making a comeback! You can customize the charms to fit your child’s personality, which makes it even more special. She also chose this heart-shaped ring and an initial necklace—both super cute. Honestly, I love them all and wouldn’t mind having them for myself!
Room Decor
Gia is super into decorating her room now and gets so much inspiration from social media. It’s all about creating a warm, cozy, and aesthetically pleasing space. She’s been asking for candles, throw blankets, and fluffy bedding to make her room extra comfy. This UGG blanket is so cozy, and she’s also obsessed with this weighted stuffed animal that you can heat up or make cold. She even asked for silk pillowcases! Her theme is pink, white, and gold, which makes everything look so elegant.
Electronics
Lastly, we have electronics, and some of them are a bit of a stretch—Gia labeled them as unrealistic, lol. They’re definitely pricier for a teen, but if they use them and take good care of them, I’m totally okay with it. She’d love the Apple Watch in the color Starlight, as well as a MacBook in the same color. She’s also super into this digital camera, which I think is really cool. It’s funny because I remember a time when we only had traditional cameras before smartphones could take such great pictures, so it’s kind of awesome that her generation is into going back to handheld cameras. I just had to grab this one for her!
Let me know what you think! And of course, share what you’re getting your teen for the holidays—I’d love to hear your ideas.
xox,
Laurel
