Seasonal & Holidays
Holiday 2017: The Best Gifts For Teenagers
Skip the sweater they'll never wear and pick from this list of presents teens actually want, from high-tech drones to unicorn ear buds.
Shopping for teens can be tricky. If you don't know what's hot RN (that's teen speak for right now), there's a good chance you'll end up giving a gift that's dated, dorky or just generally unwanted. Not to worry, though, folks: That's where we come in.
From drones to pizza string lights and everything in between, here are 15 presents teenagers actually want to get this holiday season.
Find more great gift ideas for everyone on your list in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide.
DROCON Scouter Foldable Mini RC Drone, $39.99
Teens like their toys, too you know — especially when they fly, flip and fold up to fit in their pocket. This portable drone is easy to use and has multiple speed modes so you can learn as you go.
Aneew 16-GB Gray Pendrive Shark Fish USB Flash Drive, $10.82
Pretty much everyone these days needs a flash drive handy, and even though teenagers are prone to losing things, something tells us they'll be a little more careful with a great white shark full of memory.
Okearin F1 Bluetooth Speaker, $19.99
This might just look like an aesthetically pleasing speaker, but it's actually a whole lot more. In addition to providing great sound and smart connectivity, this gadget is also a soft nightlight and musical flower pot. When you add a plant (not included), you can lightly touch its leaves to make a sound like pressing the keys of a piano.
Start Where You Are: A Journal for Self-Exploration, $12.97
This interactive, uplifting journal is a great starting point for teens when it comes to self expression. It's filled with beautiful illustrations and inspiring stories paired with open-ended questions and encouraging prompts.
Polaroid Snap Instant Digital Camera with ZINK Zero Ink Printing Technology, $89
Teens know all about snapping pics on their phones, but the concept of a camera that takes them and prints actual photos is novel and exciting to them. This hip cam prints beautiful, smudge-proof 2x3" color pictures on peel-off, sticky-backed photo paper. It also lets them upload all those great images to share online.
S.Leaf Cat Ear Stud Earrings, $14.50
For the girl who has classic style with a bit of edge, these studs are the cat's meow! The beautiful pearls are backed by a solid sterling silver, nickel-free hypoallergenic base, making these earrings purrfect for the most sensitive ears.
Nintendo Switch with Gray Joy-Con Nintendo, $299.99
Gamers of all ages will love the Nintendo Switch, which lets you play single and multiplayer games at home and on the go. It's a home system and handheld in one — pretty much the best of both worlds.
Umbra Crowd Photo Display, $22.94
Here's a clever way to display all those photos, ticket stubs, cards and more. It's perfect for teens, too, because unlike an old-school photo frame, it's easy and fun to switch things up as often as they feel like.
Crystal Allies Natural Pink Himalayan Salt Tea Light Candle Holders, Pack of 2, $14.99
These candle holders are super chic and create an awesome ambiance. If you're looking for a near foolproof present for your favorite teen, give a set of these along with some flameless LED tea lights (sold separately).
All-new Echo (2nd Generation), $99.99
Why not give the gift that can pretty much do it all? With the new and improved Echo, your teens can play music, get the news, set reminders, control other smart home devices, order a pizza and so much more. Trust us: Any teenager will have fun with this one.
Beautify Cosmetic Organizer, $34.99
Every glam girl needs a makeup organizer that's as stylish as she is, and you can't get much cuter than this pink-and-rose-gold caddy. Its compact three-tier design has nine separate compartments — perfect for storing all the essentials, and then some.
Tile Mate - Key Finder. Phone Finder. Anything Finder, $24.99
Keys have a funny way of disappearing (especially on teenagers), but with Tile Mate, finding them is easier than ever. You can hook the Bluetooth tracker onto your keys, luggage, bags or anything else you never want to lose — and it can also ring your phone even when it's on silent.
Kakashi LED Pizza String Lights, $14.99
String lights are cool, but pizza string lights are the coolest. Any pizza aficionado will get a kick out of this 10-foot set of battery powered lights.
Lunatta Unicorn Earbuds, $10.90
Have you ever seen earbuds this magical? These adorable unicorns, made from soft PVC, sit comfortably in your ear. More importantly, though, their sound quality is super impressive, and they even include a working mic.
SkyGenius 10 x 50 Powerful Full-size Binoculars, $39.99
File this under things a teen might not think to ask for but will totally put to good use! These durable clear binoculars are great for concerts, sporting events, sightseeing and beyond.
Find more great gift ideas in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide.
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