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Your Gift Guide for Libra, a Sign that Loves Love but Hates Committing

Libra Gift Guide

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Libras: Everybody loves them, but they can be very indecisive when it comes to shopping, and too self-conscious to ask for a gift! So, we’re doing them a big favor and making this birthday shopping list for them. The lovely Libra in your life adores being pampered and spoiled, so get your wallet ready!

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Libra is the only zodiac sign symbolized by an inanimate object: the scales. Balance is a theme closely tied to this air sign, and these faceted, solid oak blocks bring balance to your Libra friend’s space, allowing them to create beautiful sculptures—and then change them.

balancing blocks
Balancing Blocks

The yin and yang are symbols of opposing yet complementary forces in Chinese philosophy.

yin yang candles
Yin Yang Tea Light Candle Holder Set

Libra, the sign of justice, is an amazing advocate; get them a gift that speaks to that side of their personality. This bestseller written by a lawyer who’s fought tirelessly for justice, equality and criminal justice reform would make a great gift.

Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson
Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption

Libra is an air sign, and air is an element that’s tied to the mind and communication. Your charming friend may appreciate this book on communication in the digital age, or this one on graceful expression.

Reclaiming Conversation by Sherry Turkle
Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age
The Art of Civilized Conversation
The Art of Civilized Conversation: A Guide to Expressing Yourself With Style and Grace

Write a sweet note to your favorite romantic air sign on some cosmic stationery, or get it for them to use themselves.

Moon phase postcard
Phases of the Moon Postcard
cosmic greeting card
Cosmic Greeting Card

Libra is ruled by the planet of beauty, Venus. This pastel eyeshadow palette would be great for a makeup-loving Libra!

pastel eyeshadow palette
Never Give Up Your Daydream Eyeshadow Palette

Even a perpetually single Libra loves love and is fascinated by relationships! This beautiful pyramidal rose quartz crystal or this magic candle can promote art and love in your Libra friend’s life.

rose quartz pyramid
Love Triangle Crystal
love candle
Love Come to Me magic candle

Take it a step further with my book on compatibility in astrology.

Astrology of love and sex
The Astrology of Love & Sex

Libras are truly romantic, and being a communication-oriented air sign, love letters are especially inspiring to them!

50 greatest love letters
The 50 Greatest Love Letters of All Time
Other people's love letters
Other People’s Love Letters: 150 Letters You Were Never Meant to See

Libras love of beauty extends to art. Invite your Libra friend on a fun art walk, or add something to their collection featuring a palette of Venusian pastel colors.

Wynwood walls
Local art walk
pastel painting
Pastel Daydream painting by Emma McCartney

Combine their love of partnership and art with this fun kit that lets them get creative in the bedroom, in a literal sense. It includes plastic sheeting, white cotton canvas, black non-toxic washable paint, disposable slippers, and a body scrubber.

Love is art kit
Love Is Art Kit

Libra loves to be spoiled, but that doesn’t mean you have to break the bank. Create a mixtape with music that reflects your favorite shared memories or songs that simply remind you of them. Or, check out the Libra playlist the Astro Guide team created that celebrates everyone’s favorite romantic, popular, and trendy air sign!

Roses are a symbol of love and of Venus. Libras are ruled by the planet of love and money, and would love this romantic fragrance selected by an expert perfumer.

Jo Malone red roses
Jo Malone Red Roses

This rose water is packaged in a collectible glass apothecary bottle will appeal to their sense of aesthetics, too!

rose water
Rose Flower Water

Honey is ruled by Venus, and makes a thoughtful, delicious gift. Or you could go the DIY route and follow this tutorial for building a stunning Libra-inspired cheese plate!

honey
Black Truffle Honeycomb
libra cheese plate
Libra plate by That Cheese Plate

Ruled by Venus, the planet of luxury and jewelry, Libras love their accessories. Look for options with copper or lapis lazuli, like this half moon pendant, this starburst charm bracelet, or this lapis wisdom bracelet.

copper ring
Canyon Stone Ring
Lapis necklace
Lapis Half Moon Circle Pendant Necklace
Lapis bracelet
Beaded Starburst Charm Bracelet

If you’re looking to splurge, this necklace may be perfect for a proud Libra in your life.

libra necklace
Stephen Webster Libra necklace

It’s a cliché that Libras are indecisive…but maybe they are! If you know an indecisive Libra, help them out with this book on being decisive, or this writing pad for pros and cons lists.

Power of Decision
The Power of Decision
pros cons pad
Pros / Cons Perforated Pad

For your Libra friend who can’t decide on the ideal balance of hot and cold, try a drink warmer and cooler that also charges their phone (and looks like a scale).

drink warmer
Wireless Qi-Certified Fast Charger with Mug Warmer/Drink Cooler

Or, just a literal scale. (A pretty one, of course!)

vintage scale
Vintage Brass Balance Scale With Weights

Fun fact: Libra is also the zodiac sign that rules the butt. Your Libra friend would love this infuser to contour and restore suppleness and bounce, or for options at other price points, these butt masks or this cream.

infuser
Plumpling & Lifting Techstile Infuser
butt masks
BAWDY Galaxy Kit – Butt Mask Collection
bum bum cream
Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream

Libras have been called lazy by astrologers in the past, but we at Astro Guide think a beauty nap is self care. Rest is key to a happy life! What better than a face mask to to lounge in after a busy day?

Face mask
Queen of Hearts Enzyme Face Mask

This beautiful and luxurious spell deck with charms, potions, natural remedies, and self-care rituals will appeal to your Libra friend’s chic aesthetic.

spells deck
The Spells Deck by Cat Cabral

Mirrors open up the spaces they’re in, and can be beautiful decorative pieces, making it a great gift for Libra:

mirror lamp
Mirror/lamp designed by Ettore Sottsass Jr
pink standing mirror
Dehaven Rotation Full Length Mirror

Mirrors are revealing on a surface level, but an astrology reading with a qualified practitioner can take you so much deeper. If your favorite Libra is an astrology fan, book them a session with master astrologer Anne Ortelee to learn more about their birth chart!

Anne Ortelee
Reading with Anne Ortelee