Survey: Teen spending up 4% from springTeen spending is slightly up compared to the spring, but many brand preferences remain unchanged, including Nike, E.l.f. and Chick-fil-A as favorites. Teens' top brand preferences are...Teens are spending less compared to last year, including on fashion, although top brand preferences largely remain steady. Teen spending shifts to off-price; Nike, Sephora among fave brands Adult consumers aren’t the only ones watching their spending.