Buying gifts for teenagers is basically an extreme sport. Get it wrong and you'll get the dreaded polite smile. We've done the research so you don't have to. These are gift ideas that teens actually want, from cool tech accessories and gadgets to funny novelty gifts and stuff they'll show off to their mates. No gift cards, no cop-outs.
Three tiny stone-faced characters with the confidence of ancient monuments and the expressions of blokes waiting for the barbecue to start. Great for gardens, patios, desks, shelves or anywhere that needs a little weirdness.
Squeeze this wide-eyed cat and watch its eyeballs make a dramatic escape. A funny little stress toy for desks, study sessions, road trips or anyone who’s one email away from needing a proper squish.
A 787-piece V8 engine model that’s built to move, not just gather dust. A cracking project for car lovers, mechanical minds and anyone who’d rather build an engine than another decorative flowerpot.
A 1000-piece puzzle made almost entirely from tangled black lines. Perfect for patient puzzle lovers, stubborn overachievers and anyone who thinks ordinary jigsaws are far too relaxing.
A dramatic little desk warrior that holds your phone and keeps a pen close by like it’s guarding the office kingdom. Perfect for desks, gaming setups, home offices and anyone who likes practical decor with personality.
A glowing crystal solar system light that makes any desk, shelf or bedside table feel a bit more cosmic. Great for space fans, students, night owls and anyone who likes decor with a quiet wow factor.
A cheeky diet coke soda-can candle that smells like fizzy cola and looks like it belongs in the fridge. Fun for desks, shelves, bedrooms and anyone who enjoys home decor with a wink.
A pair of chicken feet socks that make ordinary ankles look completely unhinged. Great for party outfits, lazy costume days, gag gifts or anyone who enjoys walking around like a backyard menace.
A glowing LED party mask that turns any costume, festival outfit or late-night event into a full neon moment. Creepy, colourful and impossible to ignore in the best way.
