A sweet sixteenth is a once in a lifetime birthday that will be fondly remembered. Choosing the right gift is important for the individual person as what will be welcomed by one 16 year old won’t be necessarily appreciated by another. If you’re the parent of a teenager then a well though out themed party is a must for celebrating the milestone. Not all of us can afford the kinds of gifts that we seen on the MTV show “My Super Sweet Sixteenth”, sports cars and celebrity guest appearances are out of the reach of the majority of us.



A favourite pop star or movie star (twilight for e.g.) might make a good theme for a party, a karaoke, sing star or DJ themed party is a good idea as everybody can join in. A black and white or pink birthday theme or a favourite animal theme, a disco theme, pop princess, prom theme, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s or 80’s theme, sports theme, pool party, scary movie theme, Christmas or Halloween, vampire and werewolf them, spa theme, disco ball and diamonds, playboy theme, a Hollywood themed party, MTV or inspiration from a favourite TV programme will give a party the edge. For girls a sleep over with a difference with manicures pampering movies and treats.



Personalized gifts in the form of a piece of jewelry with an inscription are a thoughtful gift for a lifetime. The jewelry trend of the moment is the Camilla, Pandora and Hot Diamonds, it is possible to buy charms in semi precious stone with hobby, animal, decorative fun charms like a birthday cake a sweet 16 charm, champagne bottles, shoes, handbags for the perfect personally chosen bracelet that can be added to over time. A gift certificate for the movies, bowling, spa treatment and manicuring and hair styling for you daughter and a few of her best friends.



A meal at a favourite restaurant with close family and friends. A trip to a favourite theme park, a balloon ride, helicopter ride, stock car racing for the boys, or paint ball game for friends is a fun day out followed by a trip to your favourite fast food restaurant. A gift basket with natural skin products lotions oils bath salts, moisturizers and hair products with a ghd curling tongs, hair extensions and funky hair dryer. The latest grooming products and accessories will make a great gift for an appearance obsessed teenager.



A gift basket with computer games the latest in singing star games, game boy sets and the latest I phone and accessories will look great all wrapped up in giant pink bow. Designer hand bags, shoes and clothes are a great gift for the fashion conscious teenager. Louis Vinton, Juicy Couture, Marc Jacob, Burberry, Ralph Lauren and Tiffany are just some of the favourite designers of trendy teens. Clothes
are always a welcomed gift with shoes, jewelry and handbags to match.



A make over is a great day out for a sweet 16 and his or her friends. Designer gift certificates are a good gift if you are unsure of sizes A room revamp with designer wallpaper the latest flat screen plasma TV and DVD recorder with the latest in gaming technology with a subscription to the sports channels, movie channels etc, designer bed fitted walk-in wardrobe and duvet, light shades and rugs will change a room fit for a fashion and style conscious 16 year old.



Play boy pink duvets lampshades, chairs, wall lights rugs etc. are popular. Hand made cards or personalizes cards with a favourite photo frame and special message make a good accompaniment to any gift. An autographed sports memorabilia poster of their favourite pop star or movie star will be a gift for showing off to envious friends. A trip to a concert and a back stage pass and V.I.P access will be a treat to always be remembered.



A chocolate fountain with marshmallows will make a great gift for a chocoholic accompanied with a chocolate gift basket with all of his or her favourite yummy treats. The latest cell phone and accessories or a new addition digital camera, the latest in computer technology in the form of a lap top will give a teenager a sence of independence and give yet another device to keep in contact with their friends. A gift of a hobby, like horse riding lessons, salsa dance lessons, driving lessons, flying lessons will make a unique gift.



The legal age for driving in the U.S is sixteen so driving lessons and for the lucky ones a new car wrapped in a big bow is the ultimate in sweet 16 gifts. A gift basket with his or her favourite movies of all time with pretzels dips snacks movie tickets, some CD’s of their favourite band or group two tickets to an up and coming pop concert. A gift basket with old photos, cards, baby books and family memorabilia is a great gift to show that not everything can be measured in pounds or dollars.



If you have the space a room dedicated to your teenagers hobby like music, movie room or game technology or just a place to crash with friends and chill is a great gift for an independent teenager. A trip to his or her favourite place in the world, a sun holiday a trip to Europe or a shopping trip to the big apple where you can shop till you drop. A memorable trip where you are pampered and picked up in a limousine like a movie star will be a fond memory.



A disco bus or stretch limo with snacks and treats for a few of his or her best friends. It is important to have a budget in mind and try to stick to a budget. Choose party favours with picture frames, cell phone charms and key chains. Place photos of when your teenager was toddler around the room for a cute cringe factor. Choose the perfect gift and a personalized party celebration that is a representation of the special sweet 16 boys or girl.