Fire Sign Festivity! Here Are the 12 Hottest Gifts for Aries Friends and Fam
Aries are over-achievers in the best way possible, so no ordinary gifts will do.
Aries season, March 21 through April 19, is the beginning of the zodiac calendar, so it’s appropriate that it falls in spring—the time of renewal and rebirth. And we've got the very best gifts for Aries to shop for!
One of three fire signs, Aries are highly ambitious, confident and natural-born leaders. Some of the most well-known Aries are Reese Witherspoon, Elton John, Jonathan Van Ness, Thomas Jefferson, Vincent Van Gogh and Leonardo da Vinci. Each of them are determined to be great at everything, and they’ve all excelled in multiple arenas. For example, Leonardo da Vinci painted, sculpted and studied anatomy. Elton John sings, plays piano and launched the incredibly successful non-profit Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Aries are over-achievers in the best way possible, usually leaving their mark on the world and making it a better place in the process—so when it comes to picking out gifts for their birthdays this year, no ordinary gifts will do. After all, they’re fashion-forward and trendy with a penchant for comfortable yet stylish athleisure wear.
To help with the precarious gift-giving decisions, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite gifts for the Aries in your life.
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Best Gifts for Aries Men
The Traveler’s Backpack, $110 at UncommonGoods
For all of their worldwide travels, this backpack is exactly the ticket to a safe and successful trip. It holds everything, including laptops and tablets, while staying sleek and small enough to carry on the plane. The zippers lock to prevent theft, and the durable material is made from repurposed plastic bottles, so it’s saving the planet while looking extra chic. The Traveler’s Backpack, $110 at UncommonGoods
License to Train Jogger, $128 at lululemon
Serious about training or serious about lounging, these joggers from Lululemon are comfort personified for your favorite Aries. They’re perfect for the gym, but good-looking enough to wear out to a casual dinner. They’ll love them in any (or all) of the six colors available. License to Train Jogger, $128 at lululemon
DIY Vodka Infusion Kit, $59.90 on Etsy
They’ll love using any of these 12 hand-selected herbs and spices to make the next great cocktail, using their own formula of infused vodka. The world of craft cocktails is at their feet. What will it be? Lavender hibiscus? Rosemary mint? Vanilla chili? All they need to add is their favorite unflavored vodka. DIY Vodka Infusion Kit, $59.90 on Etsy
Adventure Essentials Survival Kit, $145 at UncommonGoods
An Aries won’t be afraid of a little outdoor adventure when they’re armed with this survival kit. It’s got everything they need to take a weekend jaunt into the woods, with things like a can opener, candles, matches, fishing line, lures, rope, a water bag and a first aid kit, among many others. The whole kit is stored in a military-grade aluminum LED flashlight. Adventure Essentials Survival Kit, $145 at UncommonGoods
Breville Fresh and Furious Blender, $154.99 (originally $278) on Amazon
Perfect for making the best protein smoothie they’ve ever seen, the Breville is quiet but powerful, with nine tasks and a timer. This way once they hit on the perfect blend, it will come out every single time. And if that doesn’t work, use the pre-programmed buttons to make blending a no-brainer. Breville Fresh and Furious Blender, $154.99 (originally $278) on Amazon
Personalized Leather Toiletry Bag, $51 on Etsy
With all of the new-fangled travel accessories, there’s nothing like a classic Dopp kit. This handmade leather toiletry bag is engraved with their initials, and is available in five colors and two sizes. We think he’ll appreciate the gift and carry it with him on travels near and far for years to come. Personalized Leather Toiletry Bag, $51 on Etsy
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Best Gifts for Aries Women
TIJN Polarized Sunglasses, $14.99+ on Amazon
Aries love a classic look and these stylish polarized sunglasses project an air of sophistication. We like the gray leopard print, but there are many colors to choose from that are all chic and affordable, with UV protection and clear HD vision. TIJN Polarized Sunglasses, $14.99+ on Amazon
Swift Speed High-Rise Crop, $118 at lululemon
Our personal favorite of the Lululemon collection, these leggings are perfect for running, training, and pilates. The drawstring means you can adjust the fit in the waist, and they won’t roll down while she’s exercising. Plus they come in 8 fun colors and two lengths, 21” or 23”. Swift Speed High-Rise Crop, $118 at lululemon
Birth Month Flower Scarf, $48 at UncommonGoods
Choose between Daffodil for March or Sweet Pea for April, but either one is a beautiful, perfect addition for those cooler spring evenings. The artwork on the scarves comes from watercolor artist Juliet Meeks, and are made from a mix of modal and cotton. Birth Month Flower Scarf, $48 at UncommonGoods
Draper James Cassadee Cardigan, $150 at Draper James
Created by Aries Reese Witherspoon, Draper James specializes in classic clothing and accessories, including this traditional long-sleeve cardigan. They’ll love the throwback styling and the touches like the gold button details on the pockets, as well as the soft structure that goes with anything. Draper James Cassadee Cardigan, $150 at Draper James
Personalized Luggage Tag and Passport Holder, $9+ on Etsy
These faux leather tags are the perfect fit for all the traveling they can do, with several colors and font styles, it’s truly personalized. The passport holder also holds credit cards with an extra pocket for notes and receipts. Personalized Luggage Tag and Passport Holder, $9+ on Etsy
Boska Tapas Fondue Bianco, $43.99 at Boska
Who doesn’t love melted cheese? We like this ceramic fondue pot that uses a simple tea light candle to keep the cheese melty and delicious. Fondue makes every party fun, so they’ll love entertaining groups with this kit that includes the oak base, tea light candle, and four forks. Boska Tapas Fondue Bianco, $43.99 at Boska
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