Even though we’re still accidentally writing last year’s date everywhere, we’re already halfway into January, which means that Aquarius season—and birthdays—will be here before we know it.
Aquarians celebrate their special days between Jan. 20 and Feb. 18 during a period that typically marks restlessness and inspiration. This time of year is a celebration of independence as well as romance, plus creativity, innovation and thinking outside of the box. All of these emotions align with the idiosyncratic natures of the Aquarius zodiac sign, and while certain Aquarians’ passions make them especially easy to shop for, others can be much tougher. Not sure how to celebrate the Aquarius in your life this season? We have some gift suggestions, inspired by their most prevalent traits, below.
An Outlandish Style Accessory
Aquarians have always been trendsetters, rather than trend followers. They’re not afraid to stand out from the crowd with what they wear, with a style that’s slightly off the beaten path. If you see an outlandish accessory that immediately reminds you of them, don’t hesitate to buy it. It could be anything from an oversized hat to a loud, multicolored jacket or a striking piece of jewelry, as long as you believe it suits them and their style. Aquarians aren’t afraid to attract attention. A lot of the time, the weirder, the better.
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A Trivia-Based Game
As one of the most intellectual signs of the zodiac, Aquarius love to learn, and they pride themselves in knowing things, whether they’re extremely practical or borderline bizarre. When they don’t get the opportunity to use that wit, they tend to get bored very easily, which is why games that revolve around smarts and trivia are always a sure bet. Just prepare for them to get a little competitive when it comes time to play with them—and to lose by a lot if you don’t share the sign’s love of trivia.
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Quirky Kitchen Tools
An Aquarian’s playful and quirky nature is often reflected in their home decor. You can add to the fun with a gift, and we suggest focusing on unusual kitchen tools because they’ll put a smile on Aquarius’s face while also serving an important purpose. Think colorful decorated kitchen knives, pot holders shaped like crabs, dinosaur ladles and other implements that’ll brighten up a kitchen, without just being clutter.
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A Book on Coding and App-Building
An Aquarius’s mind just works differently. In addition to being forward-thinking and creative, they’re also technologically inclined, though they skill sets don’t always match the big ideas they want to bring into the world. A book on coding and building apps just might bridge that gap. Even if they don’t ever code anything or implement those ideas, they’ll likely be curious about learning the basics. Who knows—they might build the next life-changing app, and you’ll be partially responsible for the push in the right direction.
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Lightweight Wireless Earbuds
An Aquarius’s love for tech means they should always have the latest and greatest in listening technology, as well. Since they’re frequently working on things, flitting around on the go, lightweight options that can come with them anywhere, like small wireless earbuds, are ideal. Shop around for ones that will suit their style and offer great sound, so they can enjoy the music they love even more deeply.
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Yoga Gear
An Aquarius mind is always buzzing. When that energy doesn’t have anywhere to go, they can get listless and fidgety. A physical outlet like yoga is an ideal way for them to blow off steam, since Aquarians aren’t always the most athletic. Yoga hones the body without being as intense as other forms of exercise, and it also serves as a powerful mindfulness practice. From athleisure outfits to yoga mats and books about poses, yoga gifts can help them get their scattered brains back in order when they need it most.
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A Reading Journal
As avid readers of fiction, non-fiction and everything in between, Aquarians often consume books like other people get through movies and TV shows. They’ll also read books in different forms—as ebooks, audiobooks, library books and choices from their own personal libraries—and keeping track of them can be a pain. That’s why they’d benefit from a reading journal that helps them keep track of their reads, as well as rate and reflect on them, to go through the process even more mindfully.
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A Book About Mysticism or Mythology
Because Aquarians often march to the beats of their own drum, they’re not worried about being seen as unusual. They’re big fans of all things esoteric, from things like mysticism and astrology to mythology, and love learning all about peculiar ideas, whether or not they buy into them themselves. Feel out what might be most fascinating to the Aquarius in your life and get them a book on the topic, or even an an astrology reading if you think they’d get even more out of it.
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For more on the sign, click HERE to discover eight songs by Aquarius artists that capture the sign’s spirit.
