by David R. Chase

Created on: November 13, 2007

Fashion-conscious teen girls can be a little challenging to shop for - it seems like styles and trends change every week. Clothes are on the "don't" list, unless you know a specific top or cute pair of jeans that she's had her eye on. There are several other great gifts available, though - with these ideas in mind, you'll be on the right track in no time!

Jewelry: Accessories can be a teen girl's best friend. Help her complement her favorite outfits with awe-inspiring accents! The latest trends include big, bold pieces - a thin, rope necklace with a heavy ornament hanging from it is sure to please even the most finicky fashionista. Bangle bracelets and oversized gemstone rings are also hugely popular. To give her a personal choice, try a gift certificate to her favorite accessory shop!

Purses and handbags and shoes (oh my!): Bold colors are in right now - silver, red, and bright yellow handbags are being carried all over Hollywood. Your teen girl will love having her own brightly colored clutch! Black patent leather purses - along with patent leather shoes - are all the rage, too. Boots with dramatic, sharp lines can be worn anywhere - from the mall to Honors Math.

Perfume and bath products: Smelling good is always in, so pamper her with her favorite scents! Musicians, actors, and even athletes are coming out with new fragrances weekly - her favorite artist may have come up with a great-smelling perfume. Lotions, bubble bath, and body spritzers are an all-time favorite for most teen girls, so you can't go wrong in that department!

Electronics accessories: Her cell phone is glued to one ear, and an iPod ear bud is in the other - why not let your trendy teen spice up her electronics with some flashy accessories, too? Special cases, clips, and covers can make the most ordinary phone or MP3 player look like it dropped in from fashion heaven.

If all else fails, go for the gift card! She'll love choosing her own gifts, and it will save you from worrying if you got something she actually likes. Now that you've got the inside scoop on what's hot, shopping for a teen girl's gift is a simple (and fun) process!

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