8 Thoughtful and Exciting Types of Gifts Any Gemini Will Love
Gemini season will be here before we know it, lasting from May 21 to June 20, and marking the final month of spring. Perhaps it's the warmer weather and the promise of summer right beyond the horizon, but this time of year always puts us in the mood to spend time with loved ones, let loose and discover more of what the world has to offer.
It also means that all of the Geminis in your life are about to celebrate their birthdays. Since they're known for being such great friends, that means it's time to return the favor by finding them the perfect gift. Not really sure where to start looking? We have some suggestions for you, based on all of the traits that Gemini is best known for.
An Unforgettable Experience
You'll notice a few of the gift options on this list are less stuff you can actually purchase and gift them, and more about creating experiences and memories to last a lifetime. After all, Geminis are mutable air signs, suggesting unparalleled adaptability. They're open-minded and flexible, and willing to try just about anything once. Depending on the specific person you're thinking of, this mine mean you'll want to try taking a cooking or pottery class together, treat them to a meal at an unusual restaurant or even get more daring with go-karting or rock climbing. As long as it's new, they'll probably be game.
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A Taste Test Party
Perhaps it's because of Gemini's duality—they're represented by a pair of twins, after all—but the sign can be wildly indecisive at times. That's why we think gifts that remove the need to choose can be so fun for both you and the recipient. We recommend hosting a unique get-together for them that's all about taste testing and getting to try a little bit of everything. Maybe you're sampling a dozen different flavors of ice cream to help them determine their ultimate favorite, trying out every single flavor of a certain brand of potato chip or having a bounty of chicken nuggets with countless different dipping sauces and sides to enjoy with them. They're appreciate the variety (and the meal) and the chance to discover new favorites without having to commit to any one thing.
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Brainy Books
The air signs are known for their smarts and intellectual curiosity, and you can fuel Gemini's love of learning with the right brainy books as a gift. After all, they pride themselves in being intelligent, and they're always eager to discover new things–especially because vast knowledge is the basis of any great conversation, and they're highly social creatures. Consider getting them a book or two on unusual topics that you think will pique their interest, or maybe a gift card to the local book shop that allows them to choose their own adventure. They'll also appreciate it if you ask them about their favorite reads to get some recommendations to guide your purchases.
Fortune-Telling Tools
If you can't help Gemini beat their indecisiveness, take the decisions out of the formula entirely with fun fortune-telling tools instead. While this will mostly be a gag gift, it can also be surprisingly useful in their day to day lives. For example, they can use a Magic 8 Ball or pendulum to choose when it's a simple yes or no questions, or a pretty D20 die they can assign different values to in order to make decisions about outfits, dinner and more. Truly, the opportunities are endless—and the decisions instant.
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The Perfect Hosting Accessories
Most Geminis are at their happiest when they're surrounded by the people they care about most, which is why they love a good party. When they host, they also get to be the center of the action, and the right accessories as gifts can take a lot off their plates so they can focus on the mingling and togetherness, rather than the prep. This can include everything from conversation-starting drinking glasses to cute serving trays, dinnerware, utensils and a striking cheeseboard. For their next big soiree, you can also volunteer to chip in to pay for the tasty appetizers or even cook and bring them yourself. Believe us when we say they will be grateful.
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A Goodie Basket of Portable Snacks
Busy Geminis tend to always be on the go, which can leave them with little time to properly take care of themselves and nourish their bodies. Give them a little boost with a thoughtfully curated goodie basket of portable snacks. There's nothing quite like a selection of flavorful and tasty treats they can bring with them anywhere they go—particularly when they're packaged in a playful way. Try offering a variety of flavors and textures, both sweet and savory, to keep them interested, and even better if they offer extra nutrition with super-powered ingredients to keep them going.
A Guided Planner
Geminis are notorious for not always being the best at planning. They tend to have so much going on that they can get overwhelmed, and when they cancel at the last minute, they can be seen as irresponsible or flaky, when they're really just trying to do what's best for them. A good planner can help them navigate them situations, putting their schedules and duties in one place to help them avoiding over-committing. Certain styles may also come with guided prompts to help Gemini understand why they procrastinate and say yes to everything. With a little push, they can learn more about what drives them and work on balancing their habits.
A No-Plan Day Trip
While some may see Gemini's impulsivity as a weakness, it can also be a strength they should embrace. Make it the star of your gift by treating them to a day trip without any plans. Just hop in the car and take them out to a cute town that neither of you are familiar with. Follow their whims and wander around, eat and shop somewhere that looks interesting to them and discover new things together. This actually puts Gemini in their free-flowing element, and it's all about following their impulses and having whatever new experiences the day throws at you.
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