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Gifts for a Tween Girl
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items My 10-almost-11-year-old girl is always telling us what she wants “for her birthday” or “for Christmas” even if it's the day after her birthday or the day after Christmas. She's a charming, interesting girl who is into: softball, Gravity Falls, Avatar the Last Airbender, Aaravos, makeup, Kpop Demon Hunters, video games… I'll be updating this every time she requests something until she turns 13!
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Makeup and Skincare
Hair
Accessories
Clothing
Toys, Electronics, Experiences
Makeup and Skincare
It's important that they have some freedom to play with makeup, but they also need to learn that with makeup comes regular face washing and moisturizing! It helps to buy fun skincare that encourages them to wash and moisturize.
Love a good makeup kit!
Beauty Box: Y2Cutie - JoyBright by Ulta Beauty | Ulta Beauty
She did not ask for this specifically, but how cute! What a cute idea.
Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands Advent Calendar - Mini Brands | Ulta Beauty
Less is more here - can experiment with blush/contouring, with lip crayons; and mascara is always a must-have
The Beauty of Clean Makeup Set - Clean Eye + Cheek + Lip Makeup Set - ILIA | Ulta Beauty
Getting started with a skincare routine can seem a little overwhelming (and boring) so the pretty packaging and gift set will hopefully inspire her to start and build a routine.
Bubble Skincare Starting Lineup New Routine Lineup, Set of Three
Hair
Love the hair chalk and temporary hair colors! My daughter loves hair colors but is less interested in accessories to keep her hair neat, so anything I can buy to encourage her interest in taking care of her hair, I'll do!
Ok, this is super fun and I wish we had it as kids! Washes right out.
Hair Chalk
She hearts animals and these are too cute (and inexpensive)
Girls' Cat and Dog Claw Clip Set - art class™: Solid Pattern, Hair Styling, All Hair Types, Acrylic and Plastic
This is bold and fashionable, she'd love it
Girls' Chiffon Headband - art class™ Black
Claims to be better application than regular hair chalk! I wonder if it's more vibrant? Still comes out in one wash which is the most important thing!
Pink Shade Stix Temporary Wash Out Hair Color - HALLY | Ulta Beauty
Accessories
Every girl needs some fun jewelry and handbags! They should learn to appreciate and take care of this stuff before they learn about the luxury versions!
How stinkin' cute are these? A little less obvious nod to her favorite movie from the summer, Kpop Demon Hunters.
IDesign Soda Pop K-Pop Music Bracelet Set
My daughter does not yet have pierced ears (would be just another thing I'd have to manage so we're waiting a few more years). But she LOVES the clip-ons and Claire's always has a great selection AND great sales. They also have plenty (more, really) of the pierced variety!
Claire's Accessories: Clip on earrings
She doesn't know Luxury brand names yet so this is a win! Stylish and affordable
Girls' Mini Corduroy Satchel Crossbody Bag - art class™ Black
Clothing
My daughter's taste in clothing varies daily; sometimes cozy, sometimes preppy, sometimes punk. Gotta be prepared for all moods!
This is the “sweater” that Mabel wears in Gravity Falls (a funny cartoon the kids watch that adults would also enjoy). I like this one because it has a mock neck, rather than a crew neck. A little more authentic to the character ;)
Rainbow Star Pink Pines Cartoon Cosplay Sweater
She has been BEGGING for an off-the-shoulder top, to the point of stretching her current tops just to achieve the look!
Weekend Academy Girls Off The Shoulder Top with Long Sleeves, Sizes 4-18 - Walmart.com
Apparently she asked for some t-shirts from Hot Topic. I shudder to think what she requested!
Graphic Tees – Band, Anime & Vintage T‑Shirts | Hot Topic
Inexpensive and trendy sweatshirt
Weekend Academy Girls Long Sleeve Graphic Crewneck Sweatshirt, Sizes 4-18 - Walmart.com
For cozy, chilly days
Weekend Academy Girls Fleece Joggers, Sizes 4-18 - Walmart.com
Love the deep red for a casual holiday look
Weekend Academy Girls Fleece Quarter Zip Sweatshirt, Sizes 4-18 - Walmart.com
Toys, Electronics, Experiences
My daughter - god love her - loves STUFF. We try to keep it to a minimum but it's hard. We prefer experiences but let's get real - stuff often costs much less! Always trying to find a good balance!
She wants a party at Top Golf with all her friends. Okay. (It would be super fun just not sure if I want to drop $500+ on a good hang.)
Topgolf Edison
I had one after a surgery and she became obsessed with it. She always requests me to scratch her back so I think she might be getting this!
Best Manual Back Scratchers
She used to have one like this… lost it or got disinterested. Of course she wants one again! But it is a screen-free option and creative!
TEKFUN 15inch LCD Writing Tablet for Kids
This is not screen-free and a little more high-tech (and expensive) than the other drawing tablet on this list. But I like that it doesn't require a computer!
PicassoTab X Drawing Tablet - No PC Needed
I think she saw this in the Amazon holiday catalog and I think it's so cute! Not sure where she'll store it or put it (seems like it take up precious room on her non-existent desk) but I have to admit these look fun and cute!
Clickeez Keyboard Mega Pack Starter Set
Well this looks fun! We love games that do not require a screen!
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Card Game
Hmm, not sure if she'll get this one but I totally get why she wants one! I'd happily buy it for one of her friends!
Tamagotchi Electronic Pets - Kids' Toys
My kids REALLY liked this series on Netflix. I didn't mind it much either, when I happened to be in the room with them. This is a super cute pillow, not sure if she's got the room for more stuffies, but maybe… maybe.
Pillow Pets 16” Appa Stuffed Animal Avatar
Highly unlikely this will be found under the Christmas tree… well, unless she asks Nonni ;)
Big Joe® Video Lounger Bean Bag Gaming Chair
I have NO idea why she is requesting this. We are definitely a LEGO family but I put a big pause on LEGO a year or two ago because we are overrun and despite having an ENTIRE CLOSET organized for LEGOs specifically, guess where are all the LEGOs are not.
The Going Merry Pirate Ship 75639 | One Piece | Buy online at the Official ...
Sigh. She has never seen One Piece (she keeps telling me it's inappropriate in one breath and then asks to watch it in another) but all her friends have, and she knows all the characters.
Great Eastern One Piece Zou Arc Luffy Plush 7"
Bitsys are admittedly quite cute! She already has one and had a lot of fun with it. But they are small and small things tend to get lost in our house.
Bitzee Hamster Ball Interactive Toy with 20+ Sounds