Herschel Supply Co. Duffel Bag
Send your teen off to their friends’ house or on an overnight college visit in style. This duffle bag ($85) from Herschel Supply Co. is sleek, well-designed and built to last.
Hydro Flask Water Bottle
Equal parts trendy and practical, a Hydro Flask water bottle ($40) teaches your teen the importance of hydration. Just don’t be surprised when they cover it in stickers!
Avocado Socks
Novelty socks never go out of style. And this fun avocado print ($9) from MeMoi is guac-ing awesome. You can also pick up pizza, coffee and doughnut or sriracha socks.
Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones
Whether your teen’s riding the school bus or taking their first solo trip, a pair of wireless headphones will come in handy. This pair from the Beats Club Collection ($200) lets them listen for up to 40 hours.
Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker
Your teen might actually eat breakfast if a tasty sandwich is on the menu. This handy maker from Hamilton Beach ($40) makes a copycat version of their favorite drive-thru fare in just 5 minutes.
Weighted Throw Blanket
If your teen has anxiety or trouble sleeping, a weighted blanket ($49) can help put their mind at ease. This throw from Target packs on 12 pounds of calming pressure.
Taco Truck Lunch Tote
Give your teen a fun place to stash their school lunch. (Or their favorite taco recipes.) This insulated tote ($24) is shaped like a taco truck. Order up!
Harry & David Moose Munch
Help your teen get into the holiday spirit with a tin full of Harry & David’s Moose Munch ($45). They’ll get four seasonal flavors to enjoy, including chocolate peppermint, pumpkin spice latte, chocolate butter pecan and chocolate holiday. Or try making your favorite holiday snack at home.
World Map Laundry Bag
Whether your teen is away at college or has a mountain of clothes in their room at home, a laundry bag ($6) is a practical stocking stuffer. And this fun version features a world map print! (And make sure your teen knows how to do their own laundry, too.)
Bucket of Snowballs
Your teen might roll their eyes at the idea of a snowball fight. But once the fun gets started with this indoor set ($20), they’ll be eager to get in on the action. Top off the night with a warm cup of cocoa.
Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera
Retro tech is having a resurgence—and this instant camera ($67) is no exception. Your teen will love taking photos of their friends that print on the spot.
Cake Decorating Kit
This kit ($20) has everything your budding baker needs to whip up a tasty masterpiece. It includes icing tips, piping bags, scribing tools and more.
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Katie Bandurski