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Being a 12-year-old girl is so much fun. And by “fun,” we mean confusing, dramatic … but also, yes, sometimes pretty fun! It’s complicated, and so is trying to buy gifts for 12-year-old girls. They’re far too mature for toys, but a lot of the things they do want are too mature for them. Is there a balance to be had? And if so, where? Don’t worry, we’re here to help.
Our advice is to think of something you’d want for yourself and then scale it down just a little bit to be kid-appropriate (because, despite what they believe, they’re not actually adults yet). Pampering items, accessories, clothes, crafts, books, and electronics? All 12-year-old-approved — hey, this might just be easier than you thought! We’ve rounded up 50 of our favorite ideas to get you started. (And if you wind up buying a couple of these items for yourself, well, we didn’t see you do that and can’t prove anything.) Happy shopping!
From font to name (or whatever word you wish) to color, these signs are ultra-customizable and add just the right touch of glam to a 12-year-old girls’ bedroom. They come with everything you need to get set up: installation accessories, power accessories, and instructions.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera + MiniMate Accessory Bundle
Everything old is new again, and your 12-year-old girl, accustomed to a digital world, will love this throwback favorite. This petite camera instantly develops tiny pics (perfect for lockers and bulletin boards) and comes with five rolls of film, a carry case, a photo album, and more.
We’re pretty sure you’re not allowed to graduate middle school without one of these classic name necklaces. Available in a variety of metals, styles, and fonts, there’s something for every taste.
This set includes 14 of Freeman’s soothing, clearing, brightening, hydrating, polishing, and detoxifying masks – plus a bonus buffer and headband – that will help her feel pampered and confident. All products are vegan and cruelty-free.
They’ve probably outgrown dolls, but they’ll love the bimonthly Hey Doll! Box, uniquely curated with four to six themed items that provide motivation, direction, and support for girls in this formative (and often confusing) stage of life. They’ll receive things like books, jewelry, shirts, and body products and have access to the Hey Doll! interactive website.
Dawn Earles ‘This Is Me: One Year Journal For Girls and Teens’ by Dawn Earles
Being a 12-year-old girl isn’t always easy, but journaling through it can help. This prompt journal will give her space to be alone with her thoughts, work through her problems, and reflect.
Your 12-year-old girl will love expressing themselves on (just about) any fabric with this screen-printing set to make unique T-shirts, tote bags, and much more! The simple manual process is safe and mess-free, with a step-by-step guide and all the supplies they’ll need, including glitter to add to their own designs.
We absolutely love Rihanna’s beauty brand and we know your 12-year-old girl will too. The lip gloss is particularly excellent, and subtle enough for daily tween use. Set includes three full-sized shades – fan favorites Fenty Glow and Glass Slipper Heat and one set exclusive shade, Pink Dragonfly.
No longer relegated to mammaws playing BINGO at the VFW or moms at amusement parks, fanny packs (aka bum bags, aka belt bags) are back in style. Honestly, we don’t know why they left: they’re so convenient, and your 12-year-old girl will love this mini version from Lululemon.
All the panache of painting in the convenience of markers, these paint pens are perfect for whatever art projects or creative endeavors your kiddo wants to attempt. Vivid, water-based paint dries quickly, making it ideal for working on a variety of surfaces — rocks, canvas, plastic, wood, terracotta — not just paper!
Among the (seemingly many) trends from our own childhoods that are making a comeback? Chunky sneakers, aka how short girls add height without looking like they’re trying too hard. We love this soft pink pair from Nike, which looks vintage and space-age.
Make bath time magical with this adorable Doll House Bath Balm Set. Aside from providing bubbles and fresh scents, each of the four bath bombs include a tiny doll friend that she can play with in her new dollhouse.
If she hasn’t upgraded her bike since third grade or so, it might just be time to find the ride that can take her into adulthood. We love a cruiser bike for the casual rider – it’s super comfortable and perfect for local commuting or a pleasant tour.
Your tween will love this set of seven scented beeswax lip balms in a cute reusable storage pouch. Best of all, it’s lip balm with a mission: With every purchase, the Savannah Bee Company is able to help support the Bee Cause Project, which builds educational hives across the country to help save the bees.
Rockridge Press How to Bake for Beginners by Gwyn Novak
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If your 12-year-old girl has shown an interest in getting in the kitchen, this book is the perfect place to get started. Includes tips on the best kitchen practices, user-friendly tutorials on basic technique, and dozens of delicious recipes to instill a lifelong love of baking.
From social media to friendships to just figuring everything out, being a 12-year-old girl isn’t easy, and we can’t overstate how important encouragement and affirmation are during this time. This deck of mindfulness cards gives them a daily (or as-needed) dose of calming, reassuring self-esteem. A great and easy self-care practice!
Bright and warm, the Pure Wonder fragrance mist uses hints of white amber, iced rose, and jasmine to create its dreamy scent. The mist can be used all over your body, so your girl can toss it in her soccer bag if she needs a little boost post-practice.
One thing we love about this generation of girls? They place a premium on comfort as well they should. They also like all their tops cropped. So needless to say, we think this one is a great gift for a 12-year-old girl. Simple, cozy, chic: perfect.
Whatever she wants to decorate (water bottle, journal, locker, instrument case), these stickers will add a cute, trendy little touch. With a wide variety of aesthetically pleasing designs, from fruit to word art to nature, there’s something for every taste.
If she’s begun to play with makeup, it’s helpful to have the right tools, and we’re big fans of Sephora’s line of brushes. This high quality set of seven vegan brushes is everything she’ll need from brows to blush.
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