Oh, Virgos. Like Atlas, they carry the weight of the world on their shoulders – often on their own accord and without ever having been asked to do so. The earth sign is represented by the image of a young maiden carrying a sheaf of wheat, reflecting their ever-industrious nature.
One of the only signs not represented by an animal, it’s telling that they are reflected instead by a symbol of the divine feminine, which is seen as evocative of fertility and harvest. The sign of the maiden nevertheless carries a myriad of connotations both positive and negative. She’s caring and hardworking but seeks control; she’s loyal and analytical but a perfectionist; she’s a natural homemaker but will wear herself thin keeping things tidy.
Virgo is an earth sign which is ruled by Mercury, the planet representing communication, and rules the sixth house of the zodiac which is also known as the house of service, health, wellness and routine. This translates into Virgo’s detail-oriented and highly organised manner.
They thrive on order, regularity and colour-coded schedules and have an immense appreciation for beautiful things like art, literature and music. Their communicative ability, unlike Gemini, which is also ruled by Mercury, is more introverted. Virgos are all about processing information before deciding what to do next.
Call it maternal instinct, but they take on the weight of their own burdens, and everyone else’s, in an attempt to organise, adapt and overcome. Obstacles which affect loved ones become a personal affront, which can be delightful for some compatible signs looking to offload like Cancer, and frustrating for other detail-oriented signs like Gemini. Virgos sometimes struggle to stand down and like things done their way, or no way at all.
Despite the bad rap that Virgos are currently getting due to a celebrity known for playing a certain blonde socialite with a penchant for gossip (her name rhymes with… Drake Mively) they’re some of the most reliable, emotionally intelligent and loyal individuals you could ever have the pleasure of knowing.
We’ve curated a selection of the perfect gifts for your perfectionist friend this Virgo season. With our help, you won’t get it wrong – and we all know there’s such thing as a wrong present when it comes to buying for Virgos.
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Personalized Vinyl Record with Photo
An incredibly thoughtful gift for a music lover that you have a special relationship with, this Etsy seller will personalise a display vinyl record with your favourite song and your chosen image. Choose between two sizes, and the option for an engravable display board. You can also add a scannable, Spotify music code so that the recipient can instantly play your shared song with ease.
Buy now £16.28, Etsy
1829 Espresso. x WatchHouse Kinto Travel Tumbler Bundle.
Virgos value perfection, and so does WatchHouse. The 1829 Espresso is carefully curated and balanced, formulated specifically for an exceptional milk-based coffee experience. This bundle comes with a sleek and stylish watchhouse Kinto Travel Tumbler, which has a double-walled stainless steel vacuum construction.
Buy now £42.00, Watch House
Betsey Floral Stone Cheese Board
Hosts with the most and all-round cheese obsessives are sure to delight in this gorgeous hand-carved stone cheeseboard from Anthropologie. Go ahead, add the matching coasters to your basket. You know you want to.
Buy now £46.00, Anthropologie
Pyjamas Gift Box
Our introverted Virgo friends need time to themselves to indulge in self-care, routine and ritual. As such, there’s no better gift for them to enjoy than a dedicated pyjama gift box. Simply select the pyjama design you think best suits your recipient, and add in your favourite hand-picked treats ranging from cashmere socks, books, scrunchies and hand creams to edible delights and wellness essentials, and TBCO will handle the rest.
Buy now £72.00, TBCO
Hand Quilted Velvet Throw
Available in an array of neutral, autumnal hues, this hand-quilted velvet throw blanket has a weighty, luxuriously soft finish. Though born towards the end of summer, Virgos thrive in cosy environments, and an opulent throw blanket is sure to help them relax and unwind as the mercury begins to drop.
Buy now £260.00, Toast
Culinary Concepts Oyster Shell Chip and Dip
This aluminium oyster-shaped chip and dip bowl is a sculptural marvel. Whether used as a decorative centrepiece, as a dedicated fruit bowl or for its named purpose, it’ll instantly elevate any interior space.
Buy now £115.00, Liberty
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
The historical blueprint for all contemporary reimaginings of Regency-era romance, Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice offers a true glimpse into love and courtship during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
Filled to the brim with acerbic wit, ebullient emotions and wonderfully full characters which you’ll struggle to leave behind, it’s a perennially popular novel by one of the world’s best-loved novelists worth ticking off your reading bucket list.
Buy now £5.99, Amazon
Masaj Gift Card
Redeemable at their three London studios – Soho, Marylebone and Shoreditch, a voucher bundle from Masaj is the perfect self-care gift. Choose from ready-to-go bundles which include treatments combined with Masaj’s signature candle, or curate a bespoke voucher which has been selected to suit your recipient’s needs. Prices begin at £58.50 per voucher.
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OSKIA Moon Salts 500g
OSKIA created this combination of salts to help calm and recharge with every dip in the tub. The blend of oils and active ingredients has a soothing effect, all while treating the skin and body with nourishing and hydrating benefits. While salt in texture, as you add these to your bath, they transform into a luxurious foaming bubble bath. Great for gifting.
Buy now £68.00, Face the Future
Rise and Shine Bullet Journal
The futuristic, sunbeam gradient on this hardback bullet journal by Papier is simply stunning. We just love the calming hues and minimalist text which – rather wonderfully – reads ‘rise and shine’. Though you can choose between lined, blank and dotted paper – we highly recommend purchasing the latter option for optimal bullet journaling.
The journal features 192 sides of paper and the inner pages are 85gsm. The hardback cover is 3mm thick with a 150gsm silk paper finish. Thanks to Papier’s sustainability promise, their paper is always sourced from Forest Steward Council (FSC) certified promise, and they also use plastic-free packaging. It’s a win-win.
Buy now £20.00, Papier
Pomello and Elderflower aperitif
What do you get the drinks aficionado that seems to have every bottle of booze going? A Swedish aperitif that will heighten their favourite mixes, ofc. Made from grapefruit’s gentler cousin pomello with notes of elderflower added to the mix, the delicate pink blend tastes great on its own but even better when recruited for a spritz, marg and sour recipes. 18 per cent ABV.
Buy now £28.25, The Whisky Exchange
Lily & Bean Transparent Ultimate Travel Set
Though no three-piece LV trunk set, this gorgeous set of three versatile travel wash bags makes for cohesive and stylish packing. Available in a variety of colours, we’re partial to the sunny orange hue which works for all genders. Enjoy a maximum of three embossed, golden initials on each pouch. Transparent pouches are also better suited to frequent flyers.
Buy now £135.00, Lily and Bean
Hay colour-blocked small recycled-plastic crate 26cm x 17cm
Scandinavian design brand Hay has taken social media by storm thanks to their practical yet dopamine-boosting colourful designs. Plastic storage crates in particular can be spotted across the homes of Swedish influencers such as Matilda Djerf and offer an aesthetically pleasing means of organising everything from skincare and makeup to personal care items and documents. Stackable and foldable when not in use, the colour-blocked crates from Hay are an organisational essential.
Buy now £6.00, Selfridges
UpCircle Kaolin Clay Face Mask
Detox your skin and combat bacteria with the award-winning, vegan clay face mask from UpCircle. The luxurious product counteracts blackheads and prevents breakouts, meaning you can feel confident in your skin at all times. It’s suitable for all skin types, thanks to a blend of olive powder with white kaolin clay, coconut powder and baobab oil. Treat your skin to some serious TLC with this mask to hand.
Buy now £20.99, UpCircle
Diptyque Ambre Room Spray
Diptyque is the pinnacle of luxury and this room spray wouldn’t be out of place in a five-star hotel. The flacon is immediately recognisable as a marker of quality that is further demonstrated by the addictive aroma within. The Baies, Figieur and Roses aromas are almost synonymous with the French fragrance house but Ambre brings an exotic touch with vetiver and patchouli that are set alongside aniseed, incense and cistus and offset with the sweetness tonka. Heady.
Buy now £56.00, Space NK
Better by Mistake: The Unexpected Benefits of Being Wrong by Alina Tugend
Perhaps the important day didn’t go as expected – and that’s ok. Remind the stress-head in your life that making mistakes is part of life with this insightful read from Alina Tugend. In this book, Tugend demonstrates how acknowledging and identifying our mistakes allows us to improve both ourselves and our surroundings. Go ahead and embrace imperfections, they are what make you human.
Buy now £18.90, Amazon
Fortnum & Mason Handmade English Chocolates
At royal grocer Fortnum & Mason, you will find a veritable feast of sweet and savoury delights that have been given the late Queen Elizabeth’s seal of approval. If we can steal you away from the biscuit aisle, the chocolate selection boxes deserve your attention - and not simply for the gifting appeal. These are the kind of chocolatey smorgasbords that you will want to keep for yourself.
For easing indecision, look to the selection boxes that contain a mix of clusters, caramels, truffles and more including the most sought-after Rose & Violet creams. These are housed in a chic box in F&M’s signature Eau de Nil colour.
From £20.
Buy now, Fortnum & Mason
