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If you’re searching for the best gifts for a Sagittarius, it pays to think a little, or a lot, outside the box. Those born under Sagittarius skies (between November 22 and December 21), aren’t much for material superficiality; the freewheeling fire sign seeks adventure and experiences. Whether the Sag in your life practically lives out of a suitcase or is in search of a new favorite pastime, you’ll want to look for a gift that speaks to their sense of worldly wonder.
“Sagittarians are free-spirited adventurers,” says astrologer Patty Kamson. “They’re always chasing what’s next, whether it’s a dream vacation or a new opportunity to learn something.” You can credit Sagittarius’ ruling planet, mighty gas giant Jupiter, for their inquisitive personalities. Like its cosmic ruler, Sag is in the pursuit of more. “Sagittarians love anything that plays to their adventurous and growth-oriented nature,” says Astrid Bly, an astrologer with California Physics.
“Sagittarians love anything that plays to their adventurous and growth-oriented nature,” —Astrid Bly, astrologer with California Physics
With this in mind, you can’t go wrong with giving Sag a travel-friendly gift to accompany them on their next adventure. Conversely, “they will dislike anything that interferes with their ‘on-the-go’ nature—like oversized items that they can’t bring with them or use,” says Bly. Practicality is key, and if you want to make like a Sag and go big and better, think “thoughtful luxury,” says Alex Cailo, astrologer and founder of Capricorn Rising Inc. “What it boils down to is usability but with an extravagant lens.”
If the Sag in your life doesn’t need nor want another physical token, experience gifts are a great alternative. With an experience gift, you’re giving them the chance to do something that they’ve never done before—and, better yet, to do it with you. “Items specifically geared towards their favorite hobbies or access to a class or course related to a subject they want to study will likely be deeply appreciated,” says Bly. So when looking for gifts for the Sagittarius in your life, think about their personal interests.
Want ideas? We’ve rounded up 12 gift ideas that the adventurers of the zodiac wheel will love.
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Your favorite Sagittarius might appreciate something to capture past trips and future sojourns. (My Sagittarius father documents basically every minute of our vacations.) An instant camera makes it easy to create tangible mementos of lived experience.
Give them something to mellow out after all their fiery adventures, like this magnesium aromatherapy spray from Alo Yoga. A few pumps delivers 45 mg relaxing magnesium, arnica, valerian, and more soothing oils. Perfect for unwinding in between jaunts.
A can’t-go-wrong gift for a jet-setting Sagittarius is a travel accessory. “A packing cube set would be a great stocking stuffer,” says Kamson. The REI Co-op cubes come in various sizes to tidily zip away bulky sweaters to smaller items like socks and undies, and the cubes are expandable to make room for souvenirs in their luggage.
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The Shark FlexStyle is a blow dryer, curling iron, and hot air brush all in one—a boon for an impatient archer. It cuts styling time in half, and it comes with a storage bag that makes it ideal for a Sag to take on the go, wherever that might be.
If your Sag has a love for the outdoors, Kamson suggests hiking and camping gear like a daypack. The Osprey Daylite Pack—as the name suggests—is lightweight as well as water repellent. It also features a hip belt and padded straps to unburden your shoulders, and a mesh back panel to keep you cool on the hiking trail.
A jacket that won’t weigh down a Sag during winter travel is ideal. Patagonia’s Down Sweater Hoody is not only lightweight and packable, it’s also warm. It’s made from recycled materials and features 800-fill insulation and a water-repellent shell to weather any storm.
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A tent is a little on the nose for an adventure-loving Sagittarius, but it’s a practical choice for backpackers. Camping expert Houston Taylor previously recommended the Marmot Limelight, which is neither too large nor too small, but just the right size for most campsites.
The Seniq Trailmix Pants are up for anything—perfect for the on-the-move Sag. According to Well+Good contributing writer Maura Jenkins, they transition seamlessly from the hiking trail to happy hour in a jiffy. Plus, they come in colorways that are as fun and vibrant as the vivacious sign.
If an energetic Sag relies on coffee, an inexpensive (and packable) coffee maker will help fuel their fire while they’re in transit. The AeroPress comes with the recommendation of Jordan Hardin, director of food and beverage at Alfred. It’s fast, easy to use, and it brews cafe-quality coffee.
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Indulge your Sagittarius’ adventurous palate with a snack-based subscription box from Universal Yums. A box packs sweet and salty treats from far-flung locations like the U.K., Italy, and South Korea, so the zodiac sign can taste the world without leaving home.
“A Sagittarius likes books with interesting perspectives,” says Kamson, who suggests Untamed by Glennon Doyle. In the 2020 memoir, The Momastery founder shares her story that led to her breaking free from societal expectations and finally reclaiming her voice—which any Sagittarius can appreciate.
“A subscription to Babbel to learn a foreign language is something a Sagittarius would love,” says Kamson. Babbel offers 6-month, 12-month, and lifetime subscriptions in over a dozen languages, including Portuguese, Indonesian, and Turkish.
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“For Sagittarius, consider cultural experiences—like tickets to a local festival or a concert,” says Kamson. “They would even love a tour of their city.” AirBnB offers experiences across the world to immerse your Sag in the culture of a given place. Cooking classes, coffee tastings, fortune readings—there’s so much to choose from.