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Aquarians (Aquarii, if you’re fancy) are one-of-a-kind. They’re fiercely independent and free-spirited, and are known for being iconoclastic innovators. Their unique way of thinking can make them come across as dreamy or impractical at times, but when focused they can be some of our greatest problem solvers, boosted by their ability to challenge the system and keep an open mind.
I have several important Aquarians in my life, and their totally unique energies and sense of adventure make them my favorite people to shop for. Aquarius is a sign focused on ideas and the intellect, so they especially appreciate a gift with an interesting or surprising concept. Because of their inherently dreamy nature, I like to find gifts that feel singular, but also help Aquarians with some of life’s practicalities that they often forget to handle.
While Uranus is the modern ruler of Aquarius (it wasn’t discovered until the 1700s, after all!), Saturn was their traditional ruler. This means that while Aquarians are governed by Uranus’s rebellious streak, they also feel a deep pull towards Saturn’s themes of communal responsibility and long-term strategy. Find them gifts that speak to their idiosyncrasies while being made to last or share – they’ll appreciate a meaningful gift that others can enjoy too.
If you’re shopping for an Aquarian, count yourself lucky: they’re one of the most fun signs in the Zodiac to think up gifts for. Read on for our guide to the 12 best gifts to give an Aquarius:
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Idiosyncratic Essentials
Aquarians are notorious for not thinking about practicalities. To help get them through the winter, give their winter wardrobe a practical update, with a unique aesthetic twist. I’ve spotted ultra cool Japanese outdoorswear brand TAION on many stylish people this season. For an Aquarius, I’d pair a statement piece like the boldly patterned TAION Unisex Basic Down Coach Jacket in Tiedye Green ($111) with something classic to anchor the wilder pieces in their wardrobe, like the TAION Unisex Military Wide Down Pants in Black ($199). I just gave a pair of The North Face Montana Puffer Mitts in Slate Moss/Ripstop ($65) to an Aquarius and they loved the unique seafoam color and quirky puffer silhouette. If you’ve noticed your Aquarius needs snow boots this winter, go for a style in a unique color like The North Face Women’s THERMOBALL Lace Up Luxe Waterproof Boots in Tawny Quartz/Burnt Umber ($149).
Unexpected Hair Accessories
Aquarians love anything conceptual and unique, and hair accessories are a great, unexpected place to add some character. The Lelet NY Paulina Claw Clip ($148) is one of the brand’s many unique hair accessories. Or gift them an on-trend triangle scarf with unique detailing, like the Sandy Liang Peck Bonnet in Red ($188). As air signs, Aquarians naturally love ephemeral fragrances. Japanese fragrance company WA:IT makes gorgeous scents that apply beautifully as a last step in a haircare ritual, like the WA:IT AKA Eau de Parfum ($175). Or help a truly adventurous Aquarius totally change up their look with a clean at-home hair dye like Madison Reed Hair Color ($35).
Art-ifacts
Creative Aquarians love art, but aren’t likely to go through the logistics of framing their favorite pieces. Make it easy to display their favorite pieces for guests with a colorful Artifact Uprising Tone-On-Tone Frame (from $47) or a funky Framebridge Frame in Toulouse (from $70). I recently had pieces framed by both companies, and they made the process of selecting and receiving the perfect frame feel both effortless and creative. Or give them a Unfnshed Record / Book Holder ($39) to display their favorite books and records. Like all of Unfnshed’s beautifully-designed and easy to assemble furniture and decor, it’s made from unfinished furniture-grade plywood so that you can customize your piece with any paint color you choose. If your Aquarius is into making art themselves, get them the unique Kodak Ektar H35 Half Frame Film Camera ($50). It takes standard 35mm film, but splits each frame in two so you get twice the shots as a normal 35mm camera, with a unique retro look.
Get to gifting – and I’ll meet you back here next month to guide you through the delicate art of shopping for a sensitive Pisces.
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