As any parent will know, buying gifts for your teenage children can be an exceptionally challenging task. Teenagers seem to change their likes and preferences on a weekly basis, and as they get older, the gifts they had in their younger years are now considered uncool or embarrassing. While technology is always a good option in terms of presents for teenagers, some items can be prohibitively expensive. Not every parent can splash out several hundred dollars for the latest games console or designer headphones. Here are some great gift ideas that are guaranteed to satisfy your teenager without breaking the bank.
Upgrade their room
As your children enter their teenage years, they tend to spend a lot of time camped out in their bedrooms talking to their friends. A great idea to add style and comfort to this space is to get them a giant bean bag. It makes for a wonderful place to relax, watch television or read a book on and is one item that never goes out of style.
Adjustable tablet stand
If you are searching for something higher-tech on a budget, an adjustable tablet stand also makes for a great gift. Your teenagers can attach their tablets to it for a perfect hands-free viewing angle which will be of great benefit whether it is to aid their studies or just relax streaming the latest films.
Satisfy their creativity
Teenagers tend to get creative around their formative years, and some gifts that inspire their creativity make for perfect gift ideas. If your teenage child shows an interest in photography, a perfect gift is to buy them an instant camera. These are designed to both capture and develop photos at the touch of a button and are reminiscent of older instant cameras that parents may have owned.
Not only can your kids take decent quality pictures with them, but they can also create photo collages on their bedroom walls with some of their favorite memories. Some excellent quality instant cameras are available for less than $70 and will give your teenagers a gift that can provide artistic inspiration and fun for years to come. If your teenager shows an interest in art, a drawing or painting set along with canvases and pencils or high-quality paints can really unleash their creativity. Teenagers love to express themselves, and by channelling this into the world of art, you may be fuelling their passion for a lifelong hobby or even a career.
For the music lovers
As your children get older and take the first steps towards adulthood, it is common to find that they develop a true passion for music. Their music tastes broaden, and they start having favorite bands that they idolise. The teenage years are a time for discovering new music and seeing their favorite bands play, and you can encourage a love of music by buying them a Bluetooth turntable. It offers a great mix of retro styling from the turntables of old combined with the modern functionality of being able to stream music from their phones. Vinyl records are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, and your kids can even play records on these retro devices! A basic Bluetooth turntable can cost less than $60 so it makes for an inexpensive gift idea too.
For Cosplayers
What’s a great gift for the teenager in your life that is always going to need new costumes for their next convention? Well, you can’t go wrong with a large selection of fashionable renaissance clothing. These garments have been popular for hundreds of years, and feature bold and colorful prints on lightweight fabric in a variety of styles. Whether you are looking for a suit to match your favorite character from Game of Thrones, an outfit that will complete the look from a movie or TV series you watched recently, or even one that plays off your favorite comic book character; there is something for everyone. Plus, many of these renaissance costumes are reasonably priced.
