18 Gifts for Teens That They'll Actually Like

If you've got a VSCO Girl on your hands, complete her aesthetic with a Fjallraven Kanken backpack. Although some argue that the bag is basic at best, we think it's actually a pretty practical gift. Made from vinylon, the Kanken is water-resistant, fits most 13-inch laptops and has plenty of room for her textbooks and water bottle.

Barrettes are "in" again, and we bet that your daughter would love a new set. We love these acrylic clips because they're available in three cool color palettes and can easily be mixed and matched to complement her style.

It's cool to be kind these days. Send your teen the same message with this gold-plated necklace. She'll appreciate the sweet reminder even more when she finds out that a portion of the proceeds was donated to Girls Inc., a national nonprofit.

What's better than a hammock or pool float, you ask? An inflatable lounger that your teen can use on the beach or in the backyard, no air pump required. The lounger even has a patented pillow so your teen can kick back in total comfort.

Trust us on this: When your teen falls asleep every night, they dream of someday owning a Nintendo Switch. Although you could shop the Switch Lite, which is about $100 cheaper, we suggest sticking with the original model. It not only boasts three different play settings (TV mode, tabletop mode and handheld mode), but it also comes with the neon blue and red "joy cons" too. And, given that the device will keep them entertained for hours on end, we'd say that it's definitely worth the investment.

For less than $30, you can give your teen something they'll actually appreciate: A water-resistant case for their AirPods, with a built-in loop for their keys and wallet. This gift will ensure they'll never leave home without the essentials.

The sequel to Netflix's record-breaking rom-com, To All The Boys I Loved Before, debuted on Feb. 14, and now your teen can own the special box set of the book series. The collection includes hardcover editions of Jenny Han's To All The Boys I Loved Before, P.S. I Still Love You and Always and Forever, Lara Jean.

You don't have to know much about vlogging or posting tutorials to YouTube to know that your teen loves doing it. Encourage their creative side by gifting them a high-definition camera and topping it off with this LED Macro Light Ring. The device has a built-in dimmer and daylight color temperatures, among other features.

If your kid is completely obsessed with James Corden's Carpool Karaoke, then they'll think of this game as the next best thing to riding shotgun with James. Designed for ages 12 and up, this pop culture-inspired party game puts teams head-to-head to battle it out for the best performance, dance moves or knowledge of celebrity trivia.

When the teen years get tough, this wall tapestry will remind your kid to keep their chin up. The 100-percent polyester backdrop serves as a clean canvas for a meaningful quote by poet and civil rights activist Maya Angelou. Your teen will love it so much that they'll definitely tote it off to college.

What's old is new again, which means that your kid would probably, not-so-secretly like a record player. Start them off with this Audio-Technica turntable, which boasts Bluetooth compatibility and comes in a sleek, black finish. You could even wrap the gift up with one of their favorite albums.

For the guy or gal who's all about his bike, we suggest these special LED spoke lights for riding at night. The set of three tubes provides more than 24 hours of flashing effects and can even be cut to create cool patterns.

Now here's a gift they didn't know they needed — and one that they'll be hard-pressed to part with. Designed to look like a mini washing machine, this pink container is actually a makeup brush cleaner. It's clever, cute and bound to get a "thank you!" from your aspiring beauty YouTuber.

For the teen who just can't stop talking about Star Wars, we've found the ultimate gift: A bathrobe that will make him or her look just like a Jedi Master.

If your teen's an aspiring artist, then they'll get great use out of this boldly illustrated activity book. Written by artist and activist Tim Shaw, Draw & Be Happy features more than 100 pages of therapeutic and easy-to-follow exercises that will boost your teen's creative confidence and cultivate their sense of self-expression.

Since they spend so much time in bed as it is, you may as well treat them to a queen-sized weighted blanket. This lovely layer by LUNA is made from 100-percent cotton and will ensure that your teen gets a good night's sleep. (Or at least keep them comfortable while they binge-watch a new Netflix series.)

Your teen is pretty much guaranteed to get a good laugh out of these custom face socks. Gift him a pair with his own million-dollar grin, or hand him a pair featuring the faces of his hilarious parents.

K-Pop group BTS is taking the country by storm, and there's a good chance that your teen is totally obsessed with them. If that's the case, get them a copy of The Big Book of BTS by Katy Sprinkel immediately. It features 100 full-color photographs and an in-depth look at the artists.