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25 Christmas gifts tween girls will actually be obsessed with, from viral must-haves to everyday essentials
Here's what's on their wish list... for this year, at least.
The Gen Z-er knows exactly what’s cool nowadays, whether that’s beauty, fashion, tech or lifestyle. And not only do they follow the latest and greatest trends, but this is the generation of the trend setter. It seems every month there is a new must-have product reaching TikTok fame, be it the Owala bottle, the newest drop of Jellycat or a viral skincare product.
So with Christmas approaching, we took it upon ourselves to create a comprehensive gift guide, featuring best gifts for tween girls. We spend our days poring over beauty samples, viral tech gadgets, and all the latest fashion trends that have surely captured the attention of the average 10-year-old girl. So, instead of asking her what she wants (boring!), use our edit to find a gift that's special and a surprise.
Whether she’s redecorating her room for the third time, playing Taylor Swift’s latest album on repeat or amassing a makeup collection that's bigger than yours, we found the gifts she'll love (and will score you serious aura points). She'll think you're a mind reader when you give her a Labubu doll, the latest fashion trainers, cosy UGGS, or any of the other cute things that pre-teen girls really want.
The Christmas gifts tween girls actually want
Missoma Curly Molten Initial Pendant Necklace
Missoma Curly Molten Initial Pendant Necklace
Anything monogrammed is always a win for the holidays. The tween in your life will love this trendy bubble letter necklace from Missoma. It’s 18ct gold-plated, making it the perfect luxury gift for a special little someone.
Jellycat Amuseables Toastie Pink and White Marshmallows
Jellycat Amuseables Toastie Pink and White Marshmallows
There’s a very good chance she has a Jellycat on her wish list, and this marshmallow charm duo defo fits the bill.
Damson Madder Garter Bun Wrap
Damson Madder Garter Bun Wrap
She’ll find it impossible not to love this gorge scrunchie from Damson Madder. It’s 100% Gen Alpha-approved.
Astrid & Miyu Chelsea Bracelet Charming Gift Set
She'll be stoked to receive this beautiful charm bracelet, complete with three charms, from Astrid & Miyu.
Restored The Pimple Patches
Restored The Pimple Patches
If your tween is just starting to navigate breakouts, this is a fun, confidence-boosting skincare essential to pop into their stocking. Each smily face protects the pimples while helping reduce redness and swelling overnight.
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Fact: Cool tweens also drink their water from Owalas. We don't make the rules, we just marvel at how hydrated everyone is all the time!
Mighty Patch Invisible+ Spot Patches
Tweens are prone to spots, so these handy little pimple patches will undoubtedly become their BFFs. They draw the gunk out of blemishes to help reduce inflammation overnight. Gross, but practical.
Revlon One-StepTM Blow-Dry Multi Air Styler 5-in-1
Let her live out her Sabrina Carpenter hair dreams! With five detachable heads and currently 35% off, you’re certainly getting bang for your buck.
Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState Tumbler
Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState Tumbler
Every tween wants a Stanley Cup; it’s just common knowledge. Plus, celebs from Tyla to Olivia Rodrigo have confirmed it’s a cool girl essential.
STECHNO Fast Wireless Charger Pad
STECHNO Fast Wireless Charger Pad
They're always on their phones, after all. Help your fave tech addict out by gifting them this wireless fast charger.
QZCEO Plush House Slippers
QZCEO Plush House Slippers
The chokehold these smiley face slippers have had on us ever since we laid eyes on them is honestly not okay, and yes, we can confirm they're the perfect gift for any tween.
OBBOR Music Lover Makeup Bag
OBBOR Music Lover Makeup Bag
If she's a Swiftie, she'll absolutely adore this gift! What better way to store all the makeup she’s been stealing from your dresser...
Koolatron Retro Mini Fridge For Bedrooms
Koolatron Retro Mini Fridge For Bedrooms
Trust us when we say that they want a baby fridge in their room. It's perfect for drinks or skincare items, and there's a dimmable makeup mirror on the door.
These snuggly slippers are stylish enough for school, but comfy enough for wearing around the house. Plus, they pair perfectly with another tween wardrobe staple: yoga pants.
The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook, Volume 2
Her TikTok For You Page is full of dance moves, beauty products, and memes we don't understand, but there are also some useful tips in there—especially if she likes to cook. This cookbook features 75 recipes, including Dubai chocolate bites!
KIMMON Spring New Growth Soft Toy Assortment Blind Box
KIMMON Spring New Growth Soft Toy Assortment Blind Box
Not a Labubu, but equally horrifying and bound to be adored by the tween in your life. Plus, it’s under £20. Result!
Yeah, her smartphone has a pretty nice camera built in, but digital cameras are popular right now. For the price, this one has some impressive features—it takes photos and video, has image stabilisation, and a timer.
Latepis Pink Faux Fur Throw Blanket
A faux-fur bubble blanket is probably on her gimme list this year. This rainbow style looks like cotton candy in the best way, but it comes in 5 other colourways too.
Sol de Janeiro Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Jet Set
Sol de Janeiro Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Jet Set
She may not be wearing perfume every day, but for special occasions, she'll love reaching for this set.
Monopoly Monopoly Wicked Board Game
Play Elphaba, Glinda, Fiyero, or Nessarose and battle it out for a property monopoly in the Emerald City. It's a fun way to pass the time in between repeat viewings of the two Wicked movies. Pink goes good with green, no?
Jessica Dukes is a shopping editor at Hearst Magazines, writing about home goods, tech, fashion, wellness, and more for titles like Good Housekeeping, Country Living, Cosmopolitan, Esquire, and House Beautiful. Drawing on more than 20 years of digital experience, Jess focuses on curating gift guides, tracking down the best deals, and testing products for candid reviews. Prior to Hearst, her career spanned Bonnier Corp., NBC Universal, and Barnes&Noble.com. As a busy mom of two teenagers (one in college), relaxing looks a lot like gardening, hiking, or planning the next family getaway.
Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.
Megan Uy is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
