Top Trending Gifts for Teenage Girls: Must-Have Presents for 2023

Shop our list of the best gifts for teenage girls and save money on your Christmas shopping now!

If you have a teenage girl in your life, you may find that they can be rather difficult to shop for. Teenagers can have very specific tastes, and their preferences might seem to shift with every changing trend! While gift cards are always a great option and appreciated by the recipient, what teenager doesn’t still love to open presents?!

It may seem a little early to start thinking about Christmas gift-giving, but as part of our Christmas Shopping Challenge, each week we’ll be sharing the best gift ideas for everyone, including spouses, kids, coworkers, and more. Our goal is to help you cross off your lists by November, so you better stick to your budget and have less stress and more family time when the holidays arrive.

Below, we’re sharing some of the best gift ideas for teenage girls that you can save money on right now! Do your future self a favor and start your holiday shopping early this year. 😉

Here are some of the best gift ideas for teen girls – all under $50!

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1. Give her a LEGO set that’s fun to build & beautiful to display.

If your teenage girl used to enjoy putting together LEGO sets, chances are – they still do! LEGO is one of those brands that grows along with your child, because they have builds available for all ages right up through adulthood.

You may be able to find the LEGO Botanical Collections Dried Flower Centerpiece or Succulents sets priced at just $36.99 (regularly $59.99) at Costco, or you’ll also find the Orchids set for $40 shipped on both Amazon and Walmart.com.

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2. Give your teenage girl a space to express herself in neon lights.

This large size LED dry-erase board comes with fluorescent liquid chalk markers your teen can use to write or draw on a glass message board. Then, she can use the remote control to light up her message or artwork for the world to see!

If your teen doesn’t need the remote or needs a more compact size, this It’s Lit! Light Up LED 9″ x 9″ Message Board comes with three markers and is on sale for just $14.99 (regularly $17.99).

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3. Give her a stylish accessory to keep her valuables close.

Belt bags are everywhere and this trend is showing no signs of slowing down! It’s no wonder why – these accessories are both fashionable and functional, with room for a phone, wallet, keys, and cosmetics.

Treat your teen to the original lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag or stretch your gift budget with a very similar bag from 32 Degrees for as low as $7.99! We also love the No Boundaries Belt Bags at Walmart, which start at just $9.98 and you may even be able to score free store pickup.

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4. Give a teenage girl the gift of gel manicures.

If your giftee is into nail polish, she’s probably heard about this Beetles gel polish starter kit from a friend or social media. They’re super trendy and would definitely be a home run with your beauty-loving teens.

These awesome starter sets come complete with six colors and everything they’ll need for dozens of DIY gel manicures at home. They’re so compact teens can even take one to a friend’s house for manis and pedis on the go.

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5. Personalized jewelry is a keepsake gift that will grow with your teen.

We highly recommend checking out Mackenzie Treasury on Etsy if your teenage girl likes wearing jewelry. This is one of our team’s favorite small businesses, and they have so many unique, personalized gifts to choose from!

We love their name necklaces, which could be a great gift idea for sisters, but you’ll also find rings, bangles, earrings, and more for personalized solo gifts.

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6. Gift your teen some cozy comfort with a plush knit throw.

If your teenage girl has been eyeing up a Barefoot Dreams blanket, this sale includes styles extremely similar in both look and feel for just a fraction of the price!

She may enjoy one of these bathrobes, too. Each one is an affordable alternative to Barefoot Dreams’ luxurious robes!

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7. Help your teen stay connected and cool with this dual purpose portable fan and power bank.

Yes we said what we said. This innovative gadget is super versatile and useful for any teenage girl. This gift will help to keep them fully charged while they’re out and about and if it gets hot outside they can always cool off too. A single charge can power your fan for up to 21 hours, plus it doubles as a power bank if your phone is running low on battery! And, it even has a built-in flashlight – what more could you ask for?!

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8. Illuminate your teen’s skincare routine with an LED vanity mirror.

Whether your teen enjoys trying the latest beauty trends or prefers to keep her skincare regimen simple, good lighting is the key to any successful glow-up!

With just a tap, this mirror adjusts to three different dimmable settings. It can run for over an hour of continuous use and recharges quickly by USB. It has 72 lights, and there are three lighting modes – cool, natural, and warm. Plus she can fold it up to take it on the go.

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9. This bedside charging station does it all.

This bedside charging station is perfect for wireless charging while your teenage daughter sleeps. When she wakes up, the speaker can fill her bedroom with crisp clear sound while the LED lights “dance” along with the music.

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10. This roomy makeup tote is perfect for the teen traveler.

This makeup case’s compartments will be a lifesaver for teens trying to keep their cosmetics organized. It’s not just for travel, either! It comes in four different sizes and can be used for everyday storage at home, as well.

It’s Amazon’s #1 best seller for these makeup organizers and has over 18,000 5-star reviews, with many people saying how well-made it is, and that it exceeded their expectations. It’s sure to be a win for your teen, too!

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11. Treat your teen to her very own mini-fridge.

This mini-fridge is just the right size for chilling drinks and snacks in a teenage girl’s bedroom! It can also be used to keep skincare products cold for longer shelf life and increased effectiveness.

Now is the perfect time to grab one for your teen, as Frigidaire’s mini fridge is currently priced at just $30.92 (regularly $49.99). If your teen isn’t into the retro look, you can pay just $39.99 for the AstroAI Mini Fridge.

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12. Make it easy for her to take her music everywhere with a portable Bluetooth speaker.

This waterproof speaker is way more powerful than it looks, easily filling a room with impressive volume and bass. It can be used in the shower, pool, or outdoors during rainy weather, too!

If your teen likes to rep their favorite TV shows, movies, or characters, these fun Bitty Boomers Portable Speakers are on sale as low as $6.16 (regularly $19.99)! Or if your giftee loves a bold accessory, these colorful .onn Portable Water Resistant Bluetooth Speakers are $19.88 and you can pick them up as soon as today from Walmart.com.

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13. Color her world with some fun LED light strips.

LED lights are the quintessential teenage bedroom decor, and it’s no wonder why! They’re colorful, easily customizable, and just plain fun.

These highly-rated strip lights are versatile enough for a variety of different displays, and the colors and special effects can be easily customized with the included remote. Plus they have nearly 30,000 5-star reviews!

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14. Water bottles and tumblers make great gifts for teenage girls.

A reusable water bottle or tumbler makes a great gift for any teenage girl, and you can pretty much name your price! If your teen is hoping for the high-end name-brand version, you can splurge on a 30 oz. Stanley for $35. The 40-oz. version will set you back $45.

If you’re looking for the best bargain on 40-oz. tumblers we’ve ever seen, stop by your local Five Below. We’ve found them there for under $6!

For a high-quality yet affordable option, we recommend Walmart’s Ozark Trail brand. We’ve found this drinkware to be on par with the Stanley tumblers for a fraction of the price, and your teenager will probably recognize them thanks to their viral Tik Tok fame. The 40-oz. Ozark Trail tumblers are just $19.97 at Walmart.

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15. A memorable experience is one of the best gifts for teenage girls.

Many teenage girls can appreciate the joy of receiving an experience over material things. There are endless options when gifting an experience, depending on your teen’s interests, hobbies, and personality. Best of all, you can customize your gift to suit any budget!

Consider a salon or spa visit, an escape room, indoor rock climbing, a baking or arts & crafts MasterClass, private lessons related to their sport or hobby, bowling passes, amusement park admission, tickets to a sporting event, concert tickets, or even a visit to a special destination.

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What are your suggestions for the best gifts for teenage girls? Please share your favorite gift ideas for teens in the comments below!

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