Valentine’s Day Gifts for Each Zodiac Sign, As Chosen by a True Astrology Aficionado

If you’re shopping for an Aries, then you already know how much this sign relishes both presents and attention. Sassy and confident, Aries can be competitive, so you’ll want to make sure your gift will wow not only your boo but also your boo’s besties. As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries likes to come in first in all things. Look for eye-catching, statement pieces that scream power and passion, especially in gold or red. This fire sign also appreciates gifts that exude warmth or help turn up the heat.

When it comes to your Taurus and Valentine’s Day, feel free to skip the dinner reservations and forego the fancy night on the town. However, just because this sign would prefer to hang out in the calmness and comfort of home doesn’t give you permission to skimp on a present. Quite the opposite, in fact, as Taurus has an eye—and thirst—for the finer things in life. You’ll want to go as high-end and luxe as your budget will allow, from cashmere to silk to sheets with thread counts in the thousands.

If the Zodiac had a patron saint of flirting, Gemini would be it. Social and energetic, Gemini is blessed with oodles of charm, a quick wit and the ability to captivate seemingly anyone and everyone. After all, this famed Gemini magic worked on you, right? Here’s your chance to show your gratitude for this sign’s manifold communication skills, oral and otherwise. Consider a gift centered on the mouth. Possibilities include colorful crunchy candy, lavish lipstick or a book of steamy stories or love poems that’s ideal for reading out loud.

Caring Cancer gives great hugs, both real and metaphorical. You can count on a Cancer to bring you soup when you’re sick, to promote your wins and mourn your losses, and to remember such anniversaries as the day you met, your first date, your first kiss, the first time you left a toothbrush at their house, and so on. In short, this sign makes a deeply attentive partner. Return the favor with a Valentine’s Day present that pampers and nurtures your person the way they pamper and nurture you (and everyone else in their lives).

Leo likes to look good. A statement mirror tells your Leo that you like what you see—and so will they. This sign isn’t afraid of theatrics, preferring daring, sweeping gestures to subtle, romantic ones. Good is decorating their bed with rose petals; better is decorating their car and office. Good is a bejeweled necklace; better is buying the matching bracelet, ring and phone case. Be prepared, too, for Leo to be equally self-assured when shopping for you, although you’re probably already familiar with how much they enjoy spoiling their lovers. Lucky, lucky you.

Virgo is a planner, so perhaps the best way to begin your gift-giving is by precisely detailing how you’d like to spend Valentine’s Day (and night). As for the gift itself, honor your Virgo with something that lets them know exactly how happy you are to be theirs. Virgo can definitely be choosy when it comes to affairs of the heart. Along with a gift that demonstrates your gratitude, you could opt for a gift that pampers this service-oriented sign or lets you attend to one another, like a romantic couple’s box.

Among the most romantic of the signs, Libra revels in being in a relationship. A Libra in love or lust is quick to commit, so there’s no need to fear the grand gesture or Valentine’s Day gift, even if you two haven’t been an item for long. In other words, an overnight bag might be perfect, or you could opt for a very classic Valentine’s Day with roses, chocolate and jewelry. Above all, remember that Libra has a great sense of style, with a penchant for beauty and a deep-rooted desire for balance.

Often called the “sexiest sign of the Zodiac,” Scorpio embodies sensuality and seduction. This makes shopping for Scorpio on Valentine’s Day kind of, um, intense. You can’t go wrong with lingerie, massage oil or lingerie, although you might want to double-check that your Scorpio doesn’t already have such items well-stocked in the boudoir. Speaking of the bedroom, provocative Scorpio will cherish a naughty phrase done up in neon or a candle that spells out exactly what you’re into. If you’d rather go with jewelry, you can Scorpio-fy your present by opting for a body or belly chain.

Curious and adventurous, Sagittarius not only adores learning new things but is happy to share recently acquired knowledge with others. And, yes, as any Sagittarius partner will tell you, their expansive curiosity and teachable moments extend into the bedroom, which makes R-rated truth-or-dare cards a truly fantastic gift for all concerned. Never forget that Sagittarius is a fire sign. Still, if you’d rather not go racy, consider a gift with a hefty dose of whimsy or quirkiness. Social, quick-witted Sagittarius has a good sense of humor, so they dig a present that makes them laugh.

In life as well as love, Capricorn is down-to-earth, practical, and realistic. Wow Capricorn with an elegant gift that connects with their sentimental side, such as a keepsake box, maybe even pre-populated with treasured trinkets from the early days of your relationship. Strive for quality presents made from wood, leather, stone, and other solid materials, in keeping with this earth sign’s mature, trustworthy vibe. That said, Capricorn isn’t all ties and taxes. Beneath that outward restraint lies a fun-loving, playful side, which appreciates a good craft, good joke and good time.

Here’s the secret to shopping for Aquarius, be it a birthday or Valentine’s Day: aim for a one-of-a-kind object, all the better if you can personalize or customize it. Your Aquarius will be happiest with a present that’s unique, unusual and/or exceptional, a nod to Aquarius’s own distinctiveness. A star map of the day you met, for example, showcases the never-to-be-repeated moment when you first locked eyes, while a nameplate necklace lets you encode your honey’s name or a meaningful word in a singular design. Tech is good too, considering this sign’s future-oriented outlook.

A Pisces in a relationship will treat every day like Valentine’s Day—consider yourself supremely fortunate if you’ve got a Pisces for a person. Intuitive and empathetic, this sensitive water sign revels in romance, loves love and feels all the feels, no matter if you’ve been together for 15 minutes or 15 years. Tap into Pisces’s ethereal, creative side with a selection of body glitter, or capitalize on their devotion to touch with whipped body butter or something similarly hands-on. Opt for a scent or texture you can live with, since this sign will no doubt wish to reciprocate.