How to choose a birthday gift based on someone's star sign - meaning they're guaranteed to love it
Birthday celebrations just aren’t what they used to be are they? Whether you used to choose to celebrate by hosting a dinner at home, a weekend city break or a debaucherous night out that resulted in a hangover reminding you of your newly acquired age (no judgement) we miss having a proper acknowledgement of another year around the sun.
Until lockdown lifts, muted celebrations over Zoom will have to do, but we won’t let COVID stop us from upping our gifting game this year. And what better way to find the perfect pressie than by choosing according to your bestie/sister/co-worker’s star sign? At GLAMOUR we’re fully on board with letting our Zodiac sign help us in deciding everything from our hairstyles to our home decor – so why not let your loved one’s traits help you track down the perfect gift? If you’re not a big believer in star signs, it might sound a bit out there – but scroll down for our gifting inspo, and we promise you (and the Capricorn/Scorpio/Libra in your life) will thank us.
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So before you go into a panic over what to buy for your besties birthday, let us help you. It may not be an exact science, but we're pretty sure that the luxury (and sleep) loving Taurus in your life would be thrilled to receive these printed Olivia von Halle PJs, the -must-be-the-center-of-attention Leo you know will go crazy over these dazzling earrings and the party loving Gemini will appreciate an at-home cocktail kit.
Scroll for these and other Zodiac-appropriate gifts they'll be sure to love.
Best gifts for Pisces
Luxury Wool-Cashmere Throw, £170, The White Company
There are few things as important to a Pisces as being cosy in life; they were into hygge before anyone had ever heard of the word. An ultimate spoil for them, this luxurious wool cashmere throw will get used almost daily – whether it’s because they’re having an emotional couch day (again) or a romantic night in.
Best gift for Pisces
NARS Afterglow Eyeshadow Palette, £39.20, Look Fantastic
In some form or another, all Pieces are artistic and love expressing themselves in a variety of modes. This limited edition NARS Afterglow palette with 15 pigment rich shades is the perfect gift to allow your friend to experiment with and explore different make-up looks. With a combination of neutrals and glittery shades, they won’t quickly bore of this palette.
Best gifts for Aries
Marble & Brass Desk Clock, £40, Oliver Bonas
Aries are notoriously determined, practical and career driven. With a return to the office looking unlikely in the near future, this stylish desk clock will appear to their practical side and keep them on track for any important work projects.
Best gift for Aries
Shot in the Dark, £11.99, Amazon
No one loves a board game as much as an Aries (especially not those who have to play with them.) Incredibly competitive, they’ll love this unorthodox quiz game and will remain convinced that they know the answer to every one of the bizarre, interesting and hilarious questions in this fun board game.
Best gift for Taurus
Jo Malone London Pomegranate Noir Travel Candle, £25, Look Fantastic
Buying for a Taurus, who loves luxury and is a homebody in equal measure can be rather daunting. If you have a bull in your life with a birthday coming up but you don’t want to break the bank, we can promise they’ll appreciate this beautifully scented Jo Malone candle. Trust us, they’d rather have a mini version than a less expensive brand.
Best gift for Taurus
Olivia von Halle Lila Printed Silk-Satin Pajama Set, £460, Net a Porter
In case you didn’t already know, the Taurus in your life has an appreciation for the finer things in life – and a good night's sleep. If you’re looking to really spoil the Taurus in your life, then you can’t do better than a pair of luxury silk PJs like this printed set from Olivia von Halle.
Best gift for Geminis
If I Could Tell You Just One Thing Book, £17.99, Oliver Bonas
The diverse twins of the Zodiac, Gemini’s love learning and this brilliantly written and beautifully designed book with advice from influential people will keep them occupied and inspired. From Margaret Atwood to Joanna Lumley, the book also features pen and ink portraits from Samuel Kerr.
Best gift for Geminis
Three Month Cocktail Kit Subscription, £99, Not on the Highstreet
Gemini’s LOVE a good party – and have no doubt are sorely missing hitting the tiles right now. Almost as much as they are missing a good gossip session in fact. This cocktail subscription kit will transport them to a vibey bar, whilst you have a good chinwag – even if it is over Zoom.
Best gift for Cancers
Anissa Kermiche Jugs Jug Ceramic Vase, £350, Net a Porter
Those that fall under the Cancer star sign are represented by a crab for good reason – they’re real home bodies, who love nesting. So to spoil the crab in you life, nothing will make them happier than beautiful homewares, and it doesn’t get much better than an Anissa Kermiche jugs ceramic vase; we’re pretty sure it’ll keep them happily ensconced in their
shellhome through lockdown and beyond.
Best gift for Cancers
Zodiac Sign Candle, £14, Not on the Highstreet
For Cancerians, a generic gift is a big no-no. They’d like something personalized to them and what’s more appropriate than a candle with their zodiac sign? You can personalize it further by choosing from 6 different scents – so you know it’ll be not only a beautiful gift, but one they’ll actually use.
Best gift for Leos
House of Pascal All Stars Statement Diamante Drop Earrings, £25, ASOS
Leos, the center of attention? Never. Lovers of the limelight and all things sparkly (their zodiac animal could as easily be a magpie as a lion), they’ll love these OTT star, diamante earrings. Perfect for everything from work Zoom calls (yes, really) to all the belated celebrations they’re inevitably planning, this bling will make their day.
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Best gift for Leos
MINDTHEGAP Bermuda Cushion, £109, John Lewis
This cushion features a tropical-style design and the exotic wildlife and lush vegetation of Bermuda – just the kind of maximalist energy that a Leo would love in their home. Plus it comes beautifully-wrapped in a gift box with ribbon so you can get it delivered straight to their door on time for their special day.
Best gift for Virgos
The Ordinary The Balance Set, £23, Selfridges
For less than £25, spoil the Virgo in your life with this set that contains squalane cleanser, a salicylic acid masque, niacinamide 10% + zinc 1% as well as natural moisturizing factors + HA. The step by step skincare routine will appeal to their systematic, practical side whilst giving them a much-appreciated treat that they’d probably never buy for themselves.
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Best gift for Virgos
Philips Viva Collection Compact Juicer, £69.99, Amazon
The hypochondriacs of the Zodiac world, you’ll no doubt know that the Virgo in your life spends most their time with Dr Google. Help them in their ongoing pursuit of health by gifting this juicer – perfect for helping them get their fill of vitamins and minerals.
Best gift for Libras
Sarah & Sebastian Celestial Libra 10-karat Gold Diamond Necklace, £330, Net a Porter
Naturally stylish, extremely aesthetic and into beautiful things, Libra’s can’t help but love the finer things in life. And it doesn’t get much finer than this gold and diamond necklace from Sarah & Sebastian – that proudly displays the Libra constellation. This dainty gift will make a big impact on the Libra in your life.
Best gift for Libras
Metallic Wings Gold Book Ends, £30, Oliver Bonas
Don’t – we repeat – don’t ever think about gifting a Libra something that isn’t perfectly symmetrical. Always looking for everything in life – and their home – to be neatly balanced, this pair of stylish bookends will appeal to them immensely. After all, it’s only fair that there’s a bookend on each side right?
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Best gift for Scorpios
Personalised Four Windows Photo Frame, £25, Not on the Highstreet
They might have a sting in their tail, but Scorpios are actually deeply nostalgic beings. They’re also incredibly loyal, so nothing would make them happier than a personalized photo frame filled with images of all their favourite people. Just make sure they look good in the pics too..
Best gift for Scorpios
Aligheiri Scorpio Gold-Plated Necklace, £195, Matches
A gift from the heart is the best way into a Scorpio's heart and we're sure this 24kt gold-plated bronze Scorpio pendant from it-jewellery brand, Aligheiri will make the grade. Crafted using a traditional wax casting process and hanging on a fine chain, this is the kind of jewellery the scorpion in your life will appreciate.
Best gift for Sagittarius
Girlfriend Collective Compressive Stretch Leggings, £65, Net a Porter
Physically adept, competitive and full of energy, we can almost guarantee the Sagittarius in your life is into sports and exercise of some description. Whether it’s trying a new HIIT classes or on a hiking adventure, these stylish leggings will get serious use and will be the gift that keeps on giving.
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Best gift for Sagittarius
Aesop Arrival Travel Kit, £29, Feel Unique
We know travel isn’t on the cards just yet but even COVID and lockdowns can’t squash a Sagittarius’ love for adventure. So keep them looking forward to days when they can again be on the road and trying new experiences, with this luxurious Aesop travel kit with minis of their beautifully scented shampoo, conditioner, geranium leaf body cleanser and rind concentrate body balm.
Best gift for Capricorns
Smythson Mara Croc-Effect Leather Cosmetics Case, £225, Net a Porter
An on-trend item will really be a waste when it comes to a Capricorn's birthday gift. Rather gift them something timeless, classic and practical - like this Smythson make up bag. In a powder blue croc-effect leather, this is a gift that they can use forever - and that will really make their day.
Best gift for Capricorns
Alta Textured Chain Bracelet, £95, Monica Vinader
Bad news if you’re looking for a birthday gift for the Capricorn in your life. They can spot poor quality a mile off – so any cheap imitations of a gift will go down like a lead balloon. They love timeless pieces, so we’re pretty sure this gold chain Monica Vinader bracelet is a winning gift – because don’t forget, they won’t forgive you if their gift isn’t up to scratch.
Best gift for Aquarius
Silver Octopus Wine Holder, £35, Graham & Green
Often described as the most eccentric of all the zodiac signs, an Aquarius would hate a gift that’s all over their Instagram feeds (if they’re even on social media that is.) No female body shapes or dried flowers for them, thank you very much. They will however appreciate this unique and quirky octopus wine holder that will also appeal to their water sign sensibilities.
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Best gift for Aquarius
The Rubber Plant, £36, Bloom & Wild
Eco-friendly before it was cool, you’ll probably already know that your Aquarius friend loves their own space and was probably self-isolating also before it was a thing. Gift them a stylish pot plant to green up their space and they’ll appreciate it more than you know.
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