Great Gifts for a Teenage Girl

Today's teenage girl is smart and thoughtful and very different from your generation. They have ever-changing personalities and seem to be the most difficult to please at times. The good news is there are virtually thousands of ideas you can choose from to ensure that your teenage daughter, niece or neighbor receives the perfect gift.

Before you start shopping for a gift for your favorite teenager, you should have a pretty good idea of what she likes and dislikes. What's her style? Is she sporty or stylish? Does she excel in academics or is she a "drama queen"? The best gift is the one that she will cherish and every time she sees you, she smiles remembering how you care.

• Electronic gifts

Teen girls are really into notebooks. Try to incorporate her love of color and personal style into a new notebook bag. They are available in a variety of colors and designs so you are sure to find something to please even the pickiest of teens.

If she is an avid reader, consider purchasing one of the new Kindle products so she will always have her favorite reading material handy. These wonderful gadgets are slim and compact and available for use everywhere.

Combine fashion and electronics by buying a combination hoodie and headphones. As weird as it may seem, this contraption will definitely come in handy for the sporty teen who is constantly on the move. Additionally, what teen girl do you know that doesn't own at least one hoodie? They are an American staple in a teenager's wardrobe so you will be providing her with two gifts in one.

• Trendy gifts

For the fashionista on your gift list, try a custom necklace like one designed in the shape of the city she resides in. Lately there seems to be a reality show on each channel that promotes a certain state. Your teen will love being able to represent her state in a new and fashion forward way.

Take a look at some recycled handbags and wallets. There's nothing trendier right now that environmental awareness. Help her jump on the bandwagon by purchasing handbags or wallets made from 100 percent recycled materials. She can look great while saving the planet.

• Sporty gifts

The teenager who plays softball and soccer may appreciate a charm bracelet forged out of sterling silver that features her favorite professional team.

If she is more into sports memorabilia, make an investment and purchase a throwback jersey featuring the number of her most favorite player.