If there’s one thing the young, rich and carefree teens know how to do, it’s to dream in plush velvet, flashy and diamond studded technicolour. They have their pulse on the most extravagant trinkets swirling around the market – the collector’s edition items that get swept up minutes after their launches; designer clothing and accessories that could up their fashion games; tech inventions that have the world gaping open-mouthed; and exorbitantly priced limited edition products that seem to be on everybody’s ‘some-day-I’ll-have-that’ list.
So, if you are looking to splurge on an extravagant gift for a teen who enjoys the finer things in life, here are all the big-budget products you could consider…
Wearing Art
Louis Vuitton’s Artycapucines collection features exuberant handbags created in collaboration with six artists. Bringing a fun flair to the classic LV Capucines bag, the artists have fashioned their creations with bright, refreshing hues, intricate patterns and quirky motifs – one even features a suspended banana! Perfect for divas-in-training!
Price: $8,000
Gaming Legend
The 8Pack Orion X2, by Overclockers UK, is the answer to all gamer teens’ wishes! Dubbed the ultimate gaming PC, it features two extremely powerful systems, a fully customised water-cooling system, the Intel Core i9-7980XE processor (18C/36T), aesthetics to drool over, and so much more!
Price: $43,000
All that Glitters
Who wants an ordinary iPhone X/XS when you can have a diamond-encrusted one like the Caviar iPhone X/XS Grand Complications Skeleton Diamond Edition? Inspired by Baselworld, an annual exhibition of watch art, the unique design is built to imitate the watch mechanism inside. This extravagant gift will go a long way.
Price: $23,950
Treasure Trove
With its vibrant colours and ornate patterns, the Dolce & Gabbana Carretto Jewellery Box is inspired by the sparkling Mediterranean charm. The glamorous chest houses six different compartments and is the fanciest home for all trinkets and keepsakes – the perfect addition to a teen fashionista’s collection!
Price: $5,680
Luminous Accents
For a teen who is inclined towards design and art, there is nothing quite like modern tech combined with innovative design to bring massive props. The Floating Cloud, a magnetically levitating ambient LED lamp from Richard Clarkson Studio makes the cut, and how! Bid adieu to boring bedside lamps, and replace them with this contemporary décor and light accent. It’s sure to be the talk of the next sleepover!
Price: $4,620
Charming Accessories
A charm bracelet is always a fitting gift to give a teen; it is often exchanged between friends and built on over the years with charms collected during one’s travels – a sweet ode to beautiful memories. The Robinson Pelham Wish Link Bracelet in 9ct yellow gold is absolutely flawless; it features trendy, colourful charms and a chunky link bracelet with room to add more!
Price: $10,090
Sound Slurge
The Hifiman HE1000 V2 Planar Magnetic Open-Back Headphones offer super thin diaphragms that are measured in nanometre thickness for lightning-fast response and ultra-low distortion. While the window shade grille design reduces sonic reflections, the ergonomic design of the headband and ear cups allow for better fit, cleaner sound and comfort while listening for long hours.
Price: $2,999
Hair on Fleek
For a teen who is all for that coiffed mane, the Dyson Airwrap is a one-stop hairstyling solution. With six kinds of attachments, ranging from curling barrels to smoothing brushes, there is no hairstyle the Dyson Airwrap cannot create. The styling tool uses the Coanda effect, which attracts hair towards the curling barrel, then wraps it around to create bouncy, voluminous curls. This technology combines powerful airflow and controlled heat to dry and style hair, to create salon-ready hairdos.
Price: $550
