Young people talked, and we listened. Here are their dream picks of gym gear, games consoles, stationery, beauty products – and lots of joggers

305 best Christmas gifts for 2025

Buying for teenagers is a gear shift: life post-Santa isn’t only a little less magical, it’s also a little more expensive – with longer, more specific wishlists.

From makeup and skincare to musical instruments, homeware and a lot (like, a lot) of clothes, it’s clear that when you ask a teen what they want for Christmas, they know what they like. It will probably involve a pair of joggers, too.

We’ve spoken to 21 teens, from 13 to 18, to discover the gifts that will be on their hot – rather than not – list this year.