There’s no doubt that 2021’s biggest fashion influencer is Gen Z’s favorite app: TikTok. From the #BamaRush phenomenon to the comeback of Gap’s logo hoodie, when TikTok approves of a fashion trend, it becomes an instant must-have.
So, looking to the app for some guidance as to what to gift the Gen Z or TikTok-obsessed fashion person on your list is not such a bad idea. Take, for example, the Skims Lounge Slip Dress, which the R29 team tested earlier this year; the Hill House nap dress that accompanied us throughout lockdown; and With Jean’s Alexa dress, a viral sensation of summer 2021.
Ahead, our list of viral, TikTok-approved fashion recommendations — all under $150.
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JW Pei Gabbi Bag
Thanks to TikTok star Emily Mariko, this bag — previously worn by everyone from Emily Ratajkowski to Megan Fox and Hailey Baldwin — is now famous on the Gen Z platform.
JW PEI Gabbi Bag, $, available at JW PEI
Skims Slip Lounge Dress
This dress is so popular on TikTok, it once accumulated a 40,000-person waitlist. So get on it before it sells out… again.
Skims Soft Lounge Long Slip Dress, $, available at Skims
Girlfriend Collective Paloma Dress
While Girlfriend Collective went viral for its “Undress” frock that has since sold out, this number is pretty similar.
Girlfriend Collective Moss Paloma Racerback Dress, $, available at Girlfriend Collective
Aerie Crossover Leggings
Who knew a pair of leggings could be so covetable? Ask the thousands of people who bought and searched for these after TikTok users posted about them.
AE Real Me High Waisted Crossover Legging, $, available at AE
I Am Gia Carrie Pant
Along with low-rise jeans and chain belts, TikTok has brought back cut-outs. These “ovary pants” are leading the pack on the platform.
I Am Gia Carrie Pant, $, available at I Am Gia
Princess Polly Jocelyn Jacket
For the trendy relative on your list. This brand boasts over 2 million likes on TikTok, thanks to its assortment of leather blazers.
Princess Polly Jocelyn Jacket, $, available at Princess Polly
With Jéan Alexa Dress
If there’s a dress that’s dominated 2021, it’s this terry mini, consistently selling out thanks to the TikTok vloggers who rave about it. So act fast.
With Jean Alexa Dress, $, available at With Jean
Mejuri Charlotte Hoops
For the one who likes a more timeless approach to fashion, gift one of Instagram and TikTok’s favorite jewelry brands.
Mejuri Charlotte Bold Hoops, $, available at Mejuri
Frankies Bikinis Terry Slide
While this brand is famous on TikTok for its bikinis, we’re still not over over its first footwear drop. After all, it’s not the holidays without some fuzzy sandals.
Frankies Bikinis Juna Terry Slide Sandal, $, available at Frankies Bikinis
Hill House Nap Dress
From the dinner table straight to bed, that’s the level of comfort you’ll give the fashionista on your list this year, courtesy of one of TikTok’s favorite items.
Hill House The Ellie Nap Dress, $, available at Hill House
Bon Bon Whims Rainbow Ring
For the whimsical fashion fan in your life. This brand launched the child-like ring craze on TikTok.
Bon Bon Whims Rainbow Lucky Ring, $, available at Bon Bon Whims
Lisa Says Gah Bucket Hat
1,2,3… Say “Gah!” At least that’s what TikTok bloggers have been doing thanks to this brand, that’s also popular on Instagram.
Lisa Says Gah Britt Hat, $, available at Lisa Says Gah
House of Sunny Good Vibrations Dress
The pastel cousin to TikTok’s favorite Hockey Dress, this slip is slowly catching on among the online crowd. So get ahead of the trend.
House Of Sunny Good Vibrations Dress, $, available at House of Sunny
Melina Leather Pant
TikTok loved these vegan leather jeans, thath come in almost every color, so much, the style generated over 13 million views.
Aritzia Melina Vegan Leather Pant, $, available at Aritzia
Outdoor Voices Exercise Skort
ICYMI, TikTok brought back skorts. This time around they’re more athletic, like this Outdoor Voices number.
Outdoor Voices The Exercise 3″ Skort, $, available at Outdoor Voices
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