Who doesn’t want to find the perfect gift for each of their loved ones? There’s something about the holidays that turns gift-giving into a bit of a scavenger hunt, with most of us feeling frustrated and insecure in the end: will our friend actually enjoy that trendy kitchen item, or did we succumb to peer pressure and clever advertising?
Gift-giving is a Love Language that can open hearts, make lasting memories, and build positive feelings between others. With the knowledge of the zodiac signs you can make someone you care about feel special.
This year you can take the guess work out of gift-giving with our handy astrological gift guide. We can learn so much from the stars, including but not limited to the genre, style, and type of gift people are likely to appreciate based on their zodiac sign. This guide will steer you towards the perfect gifts for each sign, so keep reading if you want your gifts to be a hit this year!
Many Aries fall under the category of the thrill-seeker, enjoying the rush of adrenaline that accompanies an outdoors adventure. If your Aries friend falls under this category, you may want to consider a gift that will facilitate the rush they so desire, such as a trip to the local amusement park or a weekend at a ski-resort (depending on your budget, of course.) Tickets to see a band they love will also get their blood flowing.
Some Aries prefer to more intellectual endeavors, which is where their personal style might come in handy. Most of these fiery individuals have a pretty unique sense of style, which may give you a good sense of what they’d like, from scarves to boots and everything in between. Think about the items you most see them wearing and go for something different yet similar—bonus points if it’s something they can wear every day, like a bracelet!
With selections ranging from cheese and beer, to clothing, salsa and even jam, you’ll keep them on their toes and excited for the next round.They are not known to walk away from something they fall in love with to think about it and come back later. This holiday season, get ahead of them with an, “…of the month” club to truly wow the Aries on your list. It’s really twelve presents in one and every month, Aries will be delighted and surprised by the bevvy of options that come straight to their door.
Taurus appreciates gifts that allow them to experience life through these sense—taste, sight, smell, touch, and sound. Perfumes and colognes are an excellent gift for Taurus, especially if you know the notes that they typically gravitate towards. This sign also has an appreciation for art, so try finding a unique, one-of-a-kind piece for that empty spot on their living room wall.
The Taurean appreciation for food also makes them the perfect recipient for gourmet treats or fabulous tastings. On the other hand, Taurus loves to eat! Keep in mind they are a fixed sign, so going out to try a new, hot bistro probably won’t be as meaningful as heading to their fave Italian restaurant where they know exactly what they are going to get. Make a reservation at a restaurant in town to delight their taste buds. You might also try pairing a bottle of their favorite wine with complimentary chocolates.
Books are a wonderful place to start when thinking of what Gemini might like, especially if you know what kind of topics they are typically drawn to. Most Geminis make great writers, which means a special notebook or journal with a nice pen would be a fabulous way to encourage them to jot their brilliant ideas down.
Does your Gemini love sci-fi, but they have a short attention span? Look to a Top 10 Sci-Fi Short Stories list and round them up for your gift idea. Horror movie fan? Comics? American historical films documenting conspiracy theories?
Geminis are always gathering new information, and they’re typically interested in technology of all kinds. They may make the best recipients for handheld electronics, such as gaming consoles, digital cameras, or e-book readers.
Cancers make excellent hosts, and they love having people in their home. They take pride in their abode, making any manner of interior decoration perfect for your crabby friend. Try to stick with themes that already exist in their home but focus on beauty and ambiance.
Romantic and sensitive Cancer wears their heart on their sleeve, seeking out deep and meaningful relationships – they will not be concerned at how much you spend on them, and are likely to shed a few tears if you really put some thought into your gift.
Cancers so deeply appreciate those they love, they like to hold onto the special memories made with friends and family. Photographic keepsakes are likely to melt the Cancer’s heart—try making a special photo album or picking up a neat instant camera for them to take on special trips.
Excitable fire sign Leo needs to be inspired and feel vibrant, vital, like the king or queen of the jungle they truly are. Lions love to be the center of attention and really want to feel as though they are special, admired and desired by others. In other words, make a big deal about them, spoil them as they would generously spoil you in return and make it count.
This sign might make the perfect recipient for skincare and beauty products, like illuminating highlighters or dewy face masks or, if they have many of these products to begin with, try something useful and unique like this makeup mini-fridge.
You may want to find a special piece of jewelry for your Leo friend—something that not only makes them feel appreciated but that reminds them each day of your connection. Try finding a necklace or bracelet containing stones associated with Leo, like citrine, sunstone, or peridot.
Picky, picky Virgo has exacting tastes, which can make it tres difficult to shop for them! Don’t run straight for the gift card section, there are other ways to approach this very particular sign.Because Virgos are super practical, they really appreciate functional gifts. Think about any hints they may have given you in the past couple months: has a kitchen appliance of theirs broken down? Do they need to make a specific home repair, but they’re missing a certain tool?
Virgos will appreciate the attention to detail as well as their ability to use the gift towards a special purpose.
While they may be pragmatic, Virgos are also sentimental—they love a homemade gift. This may be the best time of year to utilize your unique talents and make them a gift they’ll never forget. Whether it’s an alcoholic treat in a mason jar or a hand-painted picture, Virgo will love that you took the time to make it for them.
Whether this means a tight circle of friends, a companion, a spouse or a combination, when it comes to Libra, great gift ideas start with considering things you can do together, or items that represent your commitment or memories. Planning a special date or friends weekend getaway is a great way to go.
For Libra, try to play into their love for all things aesthetically pleasing. They love art, so a unique print would make a lovely gift. On the other hand, a trip to the local art museum would also entice their senses. I’ve never met a Libra who didn’t absolutely need another decorative pillow.
Playing into their sensual approach to life, Libras also appreciate good music. Try burning them a personalize playlist, filled with all of the songs that remind you of your favorite Libra. You might also try scoring tickets to a local concert and surprising them.
To really wow the Scorpio on your list, consider how important those deep connections are to them. Scorpios seek out and hold close the intimacy they create within their relationships, so think about that quality when planning their presents.
Your Scorpio friend may be drawn towards the occult or philosophical ideas, so head to your local bookstore for unique books that catch your eye. Their interests are varied, so you’re likely to find a topic that they’d enjoy very easily. Scorpios are also known for their sensual side, so you may want to check out something like the Kamasutra.
Although Scorpios are dark and mysterious, there is an area of their life wherein the Scorpio is quite playful, and that area is the bedroom. Scorpios are not afraid to express themselves sexually—so depending on your relationship with the Scorpio in your life, you may find the most suitable gift within the walls of your local adult toy store.
Look for something that will show them how much you know them, as well as how much they mean to you. It could be as simple as planning a night in with their favorite food and movie, recreating your first date, buying concert tickets for their ultimate fave band, even taking them axe throwing with a group of friends.
Eternal optimists, they believe everything holds a wonderful possibility, we need only try it to find out. While Sagittarius certainly enjoys traveling and adventure, your pocketbook may not be able to accommodate in the way you would like.
This is the perfect sign to give the gift of spontaneity. You can put together pretty much any day trip and your Sagittarius friend will be thrilled to see a new adventure and a new day. Try planning a small road trip or taking them to the nearest amusement park to put a big grin on their face.
Sagittarians are seekers of knowledge and new philosophies, meaning they will probably love to get their hands on a new book they haven’t read—whether it’s a novel or a historical nonfiction piece. Sags love to cram as much information in their craniums as they can, so you really can’t go wrong with just about any topic.
Being an earth sign, it would be a smart choice to find a natural gift – no plastic or poly blends – something made with a quality and attention to detail, but carrying a sense of elegance and simplicity at the same time. Capricorns have excellent taste and likely don’t want to collect things just for the sake of it.
Focus on your friendship. Capricorns are loyal to their loved ones, and though they may not show much affection, they appreciate a reminder of the friendship you share with them—whether that comes in the form of a nice dinner together, a night on the town, a special scrapbook, or even a friendship bracelet. They will appreciate the thought of any gift that reminds them of your special connection.
Being practical, Capricorns also enjoy practical gifts. You might hire a cleaner to spruce up their house for the day if they don’t have the time—or buy them a gift card to their local mechanic if their tires need rotating. It may not seem that exciting, but it will fill their heart.
They need some place to keep their brilliant ideas, so try finding a special notebook that reminds you of your airy friend. That way they can keep track of all their inventions and innovations.
Alarm clock on wheels? Perfect! Sudoku toilet paper? Sounds great! You can go crazy with gift ideas, they’ll be tickled by anything that isn’t boring. Tech products will bode well also, just make sure they don’t already have it. Avoid anything sentimental, it will not go over well.
Aquarians love to travel, so you can feel safe getting them anything that involves: Luggage to travel notebooks to passport holders and everything in between. They’d even love a fuzzy neck pillow to keep them comfortable on their next long flight across the globe.
Plan a trip that will connect to Pisces artistic sensibilities, whether you take them to the local art exhibit or a concert, an open mic night or craft emporium. Pisces like to express their deep emotions through creative endeavors, so they might appreciate the gift of a painting class or instrumental lesson. Even a lovely, oversized book full of delightful pictures on a topic they love could knock them over.
Pisces love music and stand loyally by their favorite artists. They’d melt over a trip to see their favorite band, but they also enjoy memorabilia such as t-shirts and posters. Make a special playlist for Pisces to let them know how much you love them.
We all stress about gift giving – we so very much want to wow everyone on our list, but sometimes it seems like there are just too many options. For the most part, a little creative thinking, snooping and risk taking can really pay off when it comes to garnering gifts – and for the majority of the zodiac signs – we all appreciate when someone goes out of their way to make us smile.
Try to remember the whole point of why we celebrate the holidays by sharing presents – we are recognizing the important people in our lives during a time reserved for the nearest and dearest. Now get out there and enjoy that shopping!