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Just as the Sun feels its brightest, Leos are here to celebrate their season: reminding us that they are indeed the true stars of the Zodiac (at least according to their life philosophy). Known for their magnetic quality and natural ease as leaders in their social and professional lives, Leos appreciate gifts that celebrate (and amplify) their shine. Birthdays are a big deal for Leos – they’re dramatic, passionate, and love nothing more than their special month. Take this gifting process seriously, or be punished accordingly. Study up to make the Leo you love feel just as special as they already believe themselves to be ;)
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Skin Essentials For An Out-Of-This-World Glow
All Leos have a natural radiance – it’s just kind of what they do. Don’t question it, but DO highlight it – pun intended – with some skincare and beauty products that will let them know that you know about their extra-special glow. Start with skincare to set a good foundation for some undeniable radiance. Send Moon Juice’s Acid Potion and SuperBeauty to tackle their inner and outer glow. For an uber-juiced up gift, send the Cleanse & Cream Stack and your Leo will feel forever young. In the words of the Moon Juice gospel, “age is biological, not chronological.”
Most Leos can get down with a full makeup look. Let’s get those cheekbones highlighted with Saie’s Glowy Super Gel (pick the new Roseglow shade for the Leo who always orders a crisp rosé, even when it’s not seasonally appropriate). While you’re perusing the site, send a tube or two of the Glossybounce, because you’re not a true Leo if you aren’t rocking a shiny, kissable lip for your birthday month and beyond.
Glow isn’t just confined to complexion. Revamp your Leo’s haircare shelf with the Sleek & Smooth Duo from RŌZ, and they’ll credit you for hair that’s remarkably shiny, healthy, and heaven-scented.
For summer nights when you want a bit more polish, use this frizz-fighting milk before your blow out or even as a second day refresher. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on this serum (it’s known to be constantly sold out), keep it on hand for times when you want a smoother, more defined look. And the pretty bottle makes it display-worthy to boot.
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For Dodging Paparazzi & Summer Sun
Whether they’re lounging in a string bikini at the beach or shading out paparazzi and fans alike, your Leo will love a pair of sunnies that look sleek and vintage, but feel brand new. Shop from Le Specs’ chic collection of eyewear, all of which look like they’d fit right in along the South of France or Amalfi coast. These oval tortoiseshells ($75) were made to perch on the bridge of a Leo’s nose.
For the Leo who worships at the altar of Hailey Beiber – or who simply has a taste for futuristic, sleek lenses – look no further than BRU Eyewear. The Flossie (with a black frame and pink custom-dyed lens) screams Leo to me, but you can’t go wrong with any of these frames.
If The Shoe Fits: Picks For A Princess
By now we’ve acknowledged how much a Leo loves to be (and invariably is) the celebrity within their social ecosystem. Honor this inherent starpower with some footwear that’ll guarantee a memorable entrance. Shop sandals, stilettos, and brogues for every type of Leo:
For the one who leans classic: a pair of patent Mary Janes from Carel (perhaps your Leo needs a bright cherry red) or slingback Ballerinas from Spanish label Bibi Lou.
For the bold utilitarian: masculine yet elegant loafers from Hereu or the platonic ideal of a Derby from Paraboot.
For the Leo who can take a little height: strappy sandals from Lola Cruz or Parisian It-Girl platforms from NOMASEI.
Setting The Table For A Dramatic Celebration
If you aren’t throwing at least one dinner party for your Leo’s birthday, something has gone terribly wrong. At the very least, send over tableware and linens for their own soiree-oriented inclinations. Gohar World’s tablewares are ridiculously beautiful and unexpected – and not nearly as expensive as they appear to be. You can’t go wrong with anything you pick from the site, but you’ll go extra right with these Bean Cutlery Rests and an elegant anthropomorphic Lemon Squeezer that’ll make their morning hot water with lemon and evening seafood tower feel equally special. (Don’t miss the Ice Cream Edit, which is a treasure trove of birthday-worthy delights.) Sophie Lou Jacobsen’s Twist Candleholder looks like it should be three times more expensive than it is, and will accordingly elevate any table setting to feel apropos for a celebration of Leo Life.
Edible Arrangements
It’s not a birthday without a treat that rises to the occasion. A Leo will love gifts that are as beautiful and well-branded as they are delicious. There’s no shortage of options, whether your Leo leans sweet, savory, or somewhere in between. Spring & Mulberry, HU Kitchen, and Compartés have you covered for the dark chocolate lover. If your Leo likes to have a little creative autonomy over their own birthday dessert – because let’s face it, they can be control freaks – send a kit from The Caker, or Sweet Laurel if they’re a card-carrying grain-free, dairy-free, refined-sugar-free Erewhon member. If all they want for their birthday is a lifetime supply of tinned fish, look no further than Lata’s Deluxe Gift Box, complete with eight tins of curated conservas from around the world.
Get to gifting – and I’ll meet you back here next month to coach you through the process of pleasing a Virgo (A.K.A. finding them something they actually won’t return).
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