8 Ways to Find the Sweetest 16th Birthday Gifts
Preface Preface
- Sweet 16 is a long-awaited birthday, yet it's tough to crack what teenagers want - beyond getting noticed by a certain crush. Mark the big milestone with gifts for 16-year-olds that tap into what teens love, including what 16-year-olds finally get to do (#drive). Find the ultimate gifts for 16-year-olds, and you'll be set to celebrate a super sweet 16.
Accessorize that license to drive Accessorize that license to drive
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It's the birthday that means you finally get to drive! Shine the high beams on how major that is. Think about accessories for the new driver - like a cool key chain or a wallet for holding that newly minted driver's license (or permit.)
Move to their own tune Move to their own tune
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You may not share the same music taste, but your teen sure loves to rock out. Give gifts for 16-year-olds that amplify their love of music, from a jamming speaker to noise-cancelling headphones.
Think outside the box Think outside the box
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Everyone loves a good surprise - even moody teenagers. Think about 16 words to describe your 16-year-old and then pick up small gifts to match. Imagine the fun of opening all those boxes!
Channel their teen spirit Channel their teen spirit
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From athletes to avid campers, 16-year-olds know how to play hard. Clue into their interests with special gear or something personalized, like a blanket that shows off their team's colors.
Say goodbye to the teenybopper stage Say goodbye to the teenybopper stage
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Gone are the young teen days of plastering bedroom walls with fan posters. Your maturing 16-year-old is probably due for a re-decorating moment, like an art print or framed snap of her squad.
Charm with jewelry Charm with jewelry
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You can never go wrong with something sparkly. Jewelry gifts for 16-year-olds feel extra special because she's old enough for a piece of fine jewelry.
Make it personal Make it personal
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Give a personalized gift that simply expresses how your 16-year-old is loved. Any photo-themed gift is a sentimental favorite for recording memories (then posting to social media, of course).
Give them what they want Give them what they want
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Give a gift that pokes fun at how teenagers want their space. You could even give a natural acre of land on the moon (the ultimate space to hide away for a while!).