Give meaningfully, even if you’re out of time
Ah, yes. December. Christmas. Maria Carey’s and Jose Mari Chan’s season to rise, shine and thrive. Our 13th Month pays are in, and now that quarantine restrictions are letting up, intimate Christmas gatherings are being organized left and right. Finally, there’s more semblance of the past holiday seasons we enjoyed, including the anticipation of seeing our loved ones and celebrating a happy night with them. But for others, December brings forth a yearly struggle: choosing what gifts to give.
Here’s the thing. Some people aren’t too well-versed in the love language of gift-giving, and some are busybodies who can't shop for gifts until the last minute. Whether you fall on either or both categories, don’t worry. We see you! Besides, gift-giving isn’t the easiest holiday task. However, that doesn’t mean you have to fall back on generic tokens for your loved ones—even if you’re running out of time. You can still give meaningfully with the help of a short and sweet cheat sheet. After all, it’s the thought that counts.
Scroll ahead for the last-minute and 2021 edition of Wonder’s Astrology gift guide with finds available at the malls or online.
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Aries (March 20 to April 19): Loungewear That Doubles As Athleisure
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Aries, represented by the ram, is direct, straightforward, active and always on the go. Support their energetic and go-getter lifestyles by giving them multi-use apparel. From sweating it out to lounging in style, loungewear-slash-athleisure pieces are the perfect (last-minute) gift.
Taurus (April 20 to May 20): Premium Bath Products
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Tauruses are known for their love for the luxurious things in life. So this Christmas, do the honor of upgrading their relaxing bath experience with premium products, like fizzy bath bombs or fragrant shampoo bars. They’ll love you for it.
Gemini (May 21 to June 20): Gift Cards
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Thinking about what to give Geminis might be a challenge, as their openness to anything makes them appear indecisive. If you’re unsure about what to give your Gemini friend, a gift card from their favorite store should do the trick. Slip it in a cheeky Christmas card for extra laughs, too!
Cancer (June 21 to July 22): Cozy Blankets
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In Astrology, houses represent every aspect of human life. Cancer rules the fourth house, meaning home and family, making these signs the biggest homebody out of all 12. So give them a soft, cozy blanket to make nights in their humble abode a lot more comfortable with this weighty last-minute gift purchase.
Leo (July 23 to August 22): Sunglasses
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Now that we’ve said goodbye to face shields (for the meantime), let your favorite Leo have their main character moment with some classic sunnies. Nothing spells cool and bold like a pair of sleek sunglasses, adding a dash of mystery and curiosity wherever they go.
Virgo (August 23 to September 22): Wine
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This Holiday, give your favorite Virgo a reason to rest with a straightforward gift. Of course, one can never go wrong with a bottle or two of wine. They’ll take it as a sign that they should use this time to reflect and catch up on some much-needed R&R.
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Libra (September 23 to October 22): Reed Diffusers
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Gift Libra a taste of decadent pleasures with a scent diffuser. Hands-free and safe, reed diffusers can transform any room into any place they want. Ruled by the planet of beauty, art and love, Libras have good taste and will definitely appreciate a great scent enveloping their spaces.
Scorpio (October 23 to November 21): Mushroom Growing Kit
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Direct the Scorpio in your life to a newfound obsession. And because this sign also loves being around nature, we have for your (and their) consideration: mushrooms. After all, why not focus their sights on growing a plant child of their own, especially one that needs care but yields tasty results?
Sagittarius (November 22 to December 21): Accessories
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Even the optimistic and expressive Sagittarius will appreciate any kind of bling that would enhance and go well with their personalities. Give them classic jewelry pieces made for keeps or eccentric, unique pieces that fit them like a glove to bolster their characters.
Capricorn (December 22 to January 19): Coffee Beans and Tea Bundles
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Resourceful, tenacious and wise, nothing best pushes a Capricorn than a cup of great caffeine. So whether it’s an ultra booster from single-origin coffee beans or a soft nudge from ceremonial-grade matcha, Capricorn would greatly appreciate any (and all) sorts of caffeine sources.
Aquarius (January 20 to February 18): Disposable Camera
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Let the curious and free-spirited Aquarius show the world their perspective by giving them a disposable camera. Think of it as a test drive for a potential creative hobby, one that preserves their memories and shows us what the world looks like from their eyes.
Pisces (February 19 to March 20): Blank Journal
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Let Pisces’ creativity run wild this Christmas by gifting them a blank journal or a cute little notebook. There’s nothing like giving them free rein to turn it into a bullet journal, gratitude journal or whatever they want—anything to let out their dreamy and artistic sides.
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Now that you’ve settled your list with these last-minute gift ideas, why not warm up with these classic festive flicks? Happy Holidays!
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