Aww, friends and family. You love them, and you want to show them how much you care about them with an oh-so-thoughtful gift, especially after the year that is 2020. You know them so well…yet when it’s go time for gift buying, you can draw up a big ol’ blank. What does my BFF of 25 years actually like? *begins existential crisis*
Luckily, astrology is here, and it can totally predict the gifts your best friend, your S.O., your mom, your dad, and even your sister want because—spoiler alert—it knows the future, oh, and all the ins and outs of your acquaintances’ personalities. And also their future…and the present they really, really want/need as they go into 2021.
Okay, so now to the fun part: Click the Sun sign of the person you wanna impress with the best gift ever and be inundated with wonderful ideas tailored to them based on their horoscopes! Then, get ready for the profuse, profuse thank-yous you’re about to get. Like, start practicing your “Aww, you're welcome!” tone of voice now. You really are so thoughtful, aren’t you?
FYI, we do this zodiac-themed gift guide every year—with help from Jake Register, author of Astrology for Relationships and member of the Cosmo(s) Council—because it is scary-accurate and it really, really works. Enjoy!
Right This Way for All the Gift Ideas:
Aries
The ~stars~ are making Aries hyperfocused on career and self-image right now (get yours, girl), so practical gifts—like a new coffee machine that will jolt them awake during the weekdays or some profesh-looking red booties—will get the biggest (and most sincere) thank-yous.
SMEG Drip Coffee Maker
Steamline Luggage Lip Print Large Hatbox
Aries Aries Birthdate Candle
Charlotte Tilbury Palette of Pops Luxury Eyeshadow Palette
J'adore Gelée D'or Shimmer Gel
Dangerous Experiments for After Dinner
Fujifilm Fuji Instax Mini 8
PAT McGRATH LABS MatteTrance Lipstick
Taurus
Our Taurean friends are ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty. So it’s in everyone’s best interest to give them pretty things, including but not limited to chic bags, delish-smelling spritzes, and silk pillowcases that’ll keep their hair and skin on point. Plus, this year, they’re focusing on their career and rep, so give ’em a planner to help them keep all their meetings straight!
Juniper Books Jane Austen Book Set
Kooreloo Tweed Pouch in Charlotte Fuchsia
Eau de Juice Pure Sugar Eau de Parfum
Blue Sky Blue Sky BCA 2021 Monthly Planner
UOMA Beauty UOMA Beauty Black Magic Carnival Trinidad Eyelashes
BespokeBinny Journal
Rocknair Rose Quartz Air Plant
Gemini
Y’all know our sweet Gems, with all their diverse interests, are not the easiest to shop for—but they do love learning, so books or movies are always a good bet. Plus, right now, they’re focused on education and travel (when that’s a thing again), so indulge their brainy, road-tripper side.
Vosges A Constellation of Cosmic Truffles
Jia Tolentino Trick Mirror: Reflections on Self-Delusion
Dry Bar Gift Card
Paint Box Power Couple Like Future + Like Spark
Miansai Brass Straw Set
Chic Geeks Canary Faux Crocodile MacBook Case
CLARE V. CLARE V. Backpack & fanny pack
Otiumberg Peridot Bamboo Ring
West Elm Deco Bar Tools Set
Cosmopolitan Love Potions Book
The Vanishing Half
Do the Right Thing
Hue Standby Crossbody
Cancer
Shouting for the people in the back: A generic gift won’t cut it for Cancers. But if you just can’t think of a cute inside-joke prezzie, go for home decor. Nothing’s more important to a crab than feeling nice and nested. BTW: This year, they’re getting into the ~occult~, so give ’em all the tarot decks and astro books you can find.
Louis Vuitton Ecorce Rousse Perfumed Candle
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Beats Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones
Chimi Eyewear Litchi #006 Sunglasses
Xeniataler Ripple Incense Holder
Chanel N°5 L’EAU In-Shower Gel
Paravel Main Line Duffel
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt True Heart Intuitive Tarot, Guidebook and Deck
Rockridge Press Astrology for Relationships: Your Complete Compatibility Guide to Friends, Lovers, Family, and Colleagues
Sorry I Can’t. Mercury Is Retrograde Sweatshirt in Black
Leo
Leos were born to be ~stars~ so give ’em anything sparkly or shiny. But this year, they’re focusing on their relationships rather than standing solo in the spotlight, so anything they can share with their boo or BFF is also a great choice.
Komono Mono Color Watch
Gola Grandslam Shimmer Flare Trainer
Urban Decay Naked Honey Palette
Gisou Honey Infused Hair Perfume
Jayson Home Lucite Backgammon Set
Ilford Single Use Disposable Camera
Hearst Home Cosmo's Zodiac Sex: The Hottest Sex Positions for Every Astrological Sign
theebouffants Tropical Glam Cat Art Print
CHARTY PARTY - GAME OF ABSURDLY FUNNY CHARTS
Virgo
Honestly, just knowing that you thought of them is gift enough for Virgos. But with Jupiter sitting in their 6th house of health and work this year, they’ll especially appreciate you if you help them level up their self-care routine or give them some pretty but practical office accessories.
Fitbit Fitbit Versa 2™
Dada Light My Fingers Candle
Gucci Mémoire d'une Odeur Perfume
West Elm Agate Bookends
Compartes Vegan Organic Paleo Chocolate Bar
Homie Mini Deco Soaps, Set of 9
BrownButterBeauty Face Mask | Green Clay | Detox Clay Mask | Facial Mask| Natural Skincare
TF Publishing 2021 My Plans Medium 7.5"x10.25" Monthly Planner
Libra
Libras are probably the most stylish sign of the zodiac, so get them anything pretty! If you need more inspo, Jupiter is currently in their 5th house of romance, sex, creativity, and fun, so they’ll appreciate anything they can use to help them experiment with their ~look~, have a blast with their S.O., or get deeper into art/music/movies/books.
Anthropologie Brass Wine Rack
Annabel Gat The Astrology of Love & Sex
EmanateEssentials Emanate Botanical Salts
AquarianThoughts Pink Tourmaline Earrings
TWO LIES AND A TRUTH CARD GAME
The Starter Pack
LovelyEarthlings Cappucino with Friends
Scorpio
Scorpios are naturally ~deep~, and right now, Jupiter is in their 4th house of home/family/the past, so your Scorpy friend is getting even more nostalgic and sentimental than usual. Give ’em something from the heart, paired with a sweet note about how much they mean to you—or something to help them cozy up their home. Of course, anything that contributes to their notoriously sexy, vampy look is a plus too.
Maje Scorpio Zodiac Sign Necklace
Versace Eros Flame Eau de Parfum Spray
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Leather Case
go-comb Flourish Fest Comb
Bale Pillow - Dusk
Polaroid Originals Polaroid Originals - Onestep 2 VF Coral Camera
CanDidArtAccessories Grow Greeting Card
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Sagittarius
You adventurous friend called: They want all this fun outdoorsy winter stuff this year, and yeah, they’re taking up skiing, so those goggles are absolutely necessary. They’re also making new connections, so give them something they can use with their friends.
Oakley Line Miner Snow Goggle
UGG Fuzz Yeah Wedge Sandal
Givenchy Enhanced Radiance Loose Powder
asobu Asobu Infuser Bottle
Sam Edelman Suzie Puffer Boots
University of Dope Hip-Hop Battle Card Game
MINUTE COCKTAIL SUGAR CUBE TRIO
Estelle Colored Estelle Colored Wine Stemware - Set of 6 {Lavender}
Capricorn
Caps have an eye for quality, and this year, they’re especially focused on their status and reputation. You don’t need to spend $3,000 on a designer bag for them (although they wouldn’t turn it down), but give them clothes/jewelry/decor in a classic style—something they can wear to their next Zoom job interview.
Louis Vuitton Lipstick Case
Emmeline Ceramics Stutter Stripe Sake Set
Givenchy L'Interdit Eau de Parfum 2.7 oz.
MM LaFleur The Business Card Case
AirBnB Gift Card
Modern Weaving C-Curve Hoop Earrings
A-COLD-WALL* logo print wax candle
AquarianThoughts Thick Stackable Rings Set of 3
ROOP ROOP Ribbon-strap organic-cotton face covering
Aquarius
Aquarius is the weirdo of the zodiac (that’s a compliment!), so get them anything that caters to their strange hobbies to show them you love them. Right now, Jupiter is in their 1st house of appearance and self-expression, so anything that helps them change up their look or experiment with a new communication style is a good move.
Google Nest Google Nest Hub
Loria Flower Pressed Cookies
Yoga Zeal Blue Lunar Yoga Mat
Aquarius Céleste Bag
T3 Cura Luxe Dryer
Case-Mate Silicone AirPods Case
Mercury Retrograde Tarot Card Phone Case
AAKS AAKS Belle Ruffle bag
Pisces
Our fave fishies always love anything sweet and cozy, but this year, Jupiter’s in their house of isolation so they’re taking plenty of me-time. Give them art supplies, coloring books, and self-care products and you’ll be their favorite friend.
Areaware Gradient Puzzle Collection
Flamingo Candles Beverly Hills Marble Candle
Desmond & Dempsey Howie Pineapple Pyjama Set
Fag Signs Femme Neon Sign
Sloth Coloring Book For Adults
CreateTheCulture It's Namaste. DIY Embroidery Kit
COOL BANK 160 Professional Colored Pencils
Sunflower Sweets Serum
Rachel Torgerson is the fashion features director at Cosmopolitan, overseeing fashion coverage online, in print, and on our various social media platforms. She has over a decade of experience in the fashion and media industries, musing on style through multiple lenses, including cultural, celebrity, and bridal. Her ultimate focus: making fashion less exclusive and more relatable. Before landing at Cosmopolitan as a digital fashion editor in 2016, she worked at Us Weekly, The Knot, and Fitness Magazine, among others. When she's not discussing runway trends, you can definitely catch her trying (and, in many cases, failing) a new crochet cardigan pattern or in a spirited debate about the difference between the Bridgerton books vs the Netflix series. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok: @RachelTorgs
Erika W. Smith (she/her) is the current Senior Astrology Editor at Cosmopolitan. In her 4+ years at Cosmo, she's worked on everything from editing weekly horoscopes, to reporting on how astrology influences album release dates, to launching The Cosmo Tarot. Before joining Cosmopolitan in 2020, she worked at Refinery29, HelloGiggles, and BUST magazine. Her book series Astrosex: How to Have the Best Sex According to Your Star Sign was published in 2021. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @erikawynn.
Jake Register (better known by his Instagram handle, @jakesastrology) is a Libra and the author of Cosmopolitan’s weekly Sexoscopes. He lives in southeastern North Carolina and loves making astrology content. Follow his IG or Twitter @jakesastrology, and to book a reading, go to Jakesastrology.as.me.
