Classic, elegant Capricorns are known for their ambition, competitiveness and goal-oriented outlook on life. Syd Robinson, an astrologer and author of “Who Do the Stars Say You Are?” says, “People born under the sign of Capricorn are some of the most hardworking, success-driven folks out there. They’re ambitious, goal-oriented and take pride in their competence — and they just don’t get it when other people can’t do things as efficiently as them!”
With birthdays from Dec. 21 through Jan. 20, Capricorns are status-conscious, athletic and entrepreneurial. They’ll appreciate high-end, well-made gifts from established brands. Ahead, we’ve rounded up some perfect gift ideas for the Capricorn in your life.
When it comes to chocolate, it doesn’t get more high-end than Compartés. These gorgeous zodiac-themed chocolates make a great gift for the discerning Capricorn, even if they’re the sort to be a bit skeptical about astrology.
If the Capricorn in your life is a big reader, this clever bendable neck light is a game changer. Complete with three color modes (yellow, warm white and cool white), three brightness levels and up to 80 hours of light from the included rechargeable battery, it’s also great for camping or hands-free repairs.
This little thing is such a handy tool, anyone will thank you for it! It has a tiny ceramic blade that precisely and easily cuts through boxes and packaging tape but is safe to the touch, and it has a built-in magnet so you can stick it on the fridge for easy access.
It may not look like much, but our associate manager of business development, Hayley Kinne, says of this back and neck massage tool, “I truly don’t know how I endured my regular shoulder stress spasms before this magical, massaging miracle device entered my life.” The stressed-out Capricorn in your life will thank you for this thoughtful and useful gift.
The Chef’s Choice electric knife sharpener was the top pick in our test of knife sharpeners, with our reviewer saying, “We don’t think there’s any serious competition for this electric sharpener when it comes to putting an edge on a knife. Plus, it’s fast, foolproof to use and solidly constructed.”
A perfect gift for the frequently flying Capricorn, the Twelve South ButterFly 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger is a lightweight, portable wireless charger for iPhones and Apple Watches. Our reviewer calls it “the ultimate Apple travel gadget.”
A catchall tray is a great way to keep life’s essentials — wallet, keys, phone, etc. — organized and in one place. This one from Courant has wireless charging technology, which means easy access to a fully charged phone or AirPods. Plus, it’s available in various shades of both Belgian linen and Italian-sourced leather.
The health-conscious Capricorn will thank you for giving the gift of a good blender so they can whip up delicious protein smoothies and nutritious juices. This compact, durable and high-powered option comes with a drinking lid and carry cap, for portable, on-the-go beverages.
While we do love a practical gift for the ultra-practical Capricorn, there are times when some whimsy is called for. The Sip’s Celebration Box delivers a party right to their door with a set that includes two sparkling wines and a sip shooter for taking shots of bubbly.
As an Earth sign, Capricorns will appreciate gifts relating to the Earth and her creations. A pretty planter set makes a great gift that can be elevated by also including a plant for the sea goat to care for.
Capricorns can be fastidious about tending to their belongings, making care kits of all kinds a smart gift idea. This earbud cleaning set comes with its own carrying case, making it ideal for frequent travelers to stash in a bag for cleaning on the go.
Coffee enthusiasts will be obsessed with this souped-up grinder that boasts more than 40 grind settings. It gets high marks from users for its cool magnetic feature that allows all the grinds to filter perfectly into the cup and for being super quiet.
Stressed-out, always-on Capricorns probably could use a really good night’s sleep. This cotton sleep mask is one of those gifts people won’t know they need until they have it.
Gift cards aren’t terribly inspired gifts but they are practical, and if they’ll appeal to any zodiac sign, they will appeal to the Capricorn. Double down on the practicality by giving them a gift card to fund all their home improvement projects and dress it up with this gift card holder designed to look like a tool box.
Dazzle the Capricorn who loves to show off their cooking skills with a slick-looking gourmet pizza oven. We tried the Ooni Karu 16 for ourselves and found it to be an extremely simple and delicious way to cook a pizza.
Beloved for its luxe apothecary-inspired bottles and creative scents, Maison Margiela’s By the Fireplace is a wintertime favorite, making it a perfect Capricorn birthday present. The scent is warm and spicy, combining orange flowers with clove oil, chestnut accord and vanilla, evoking the coziness and comfort of sitting in front of a fireplace as the snow falls outside.
Lost luggage and other personal items are a thing of the past! The Apple AirTag is the perfect gift for the on-the-go Capricorn, who will love its simplicity and functionality.
Looking for a luxurious travel gift? This four-piece set is everything you need to forget you’re on the road. It includes a silk travel pillowcase, eye mask, cashmere throw and deluxe cashmere socks. You can even have it monogrammed!
Capricorn is an Earth sign, and we love Planted, a board game in which players compete to grow the best collection of houseplants, for the competitive Capricorn with a green thumb.
We’re obsessed with this take on zodiac jewelry that incorporates gemstones and crystals into the design based on the recipient’s specific birthday. The back side of the pendant can also be customized with their birthday, initials and zodiac glyph.
Robinson suggests giving the Capricorn in your life “a fun, competitive trivia game so they can show off their knowledge and creativity at get-togethers.” Wit’s End gets high marks for being even more challenging than Trivial Pursuit!
A small tape measure is one of those items that is absurdly handy, and a pretty one, like this Liberty print, is a great small gift idea. Toss it in a bag or a junk drawer and marvel at how many times you reach for it!
Capricorns will appreciate high-end, well-made gifts from established brands. Robinson suggests a designer gift, “like a nice bag or sunglasses, so they can radiate opulence wherever they go.”
The industrious Capricorn is likely to be a coffee enthusiast. They need something to fuel all those late-night brainstorming sessions and early-morning workouts, after all! The Kalita Wave was our pick for best pour-over coffee maker, making it a great gift for the java perfectionist.
A milk frother is a simple tool that elevates a cup of morning coffee to a work of art. We love Clevr’s frother for being super easy to clean, store and charge.
“Often perceived as stoic and maybe even standoffish,” Robinson says, “some would be surprised that a lot of Capricorns are actually pretty hilarious and brilliantly dry-witted.” The task-oriented Capricorn is more likely to use a journal for their extensive to-do lists than for writing about their feelings, but regardless of how the sea goat chooses to use a notebook, the Capricorn in your life will love this hilariously dark Grievance Journal.
Active, competitive Capricorns will love a new workout set to ring in their new year. Skip overly flashy styles for something sleek and understated, like Terez’s black-on-black foil star leggings.
In our review of coffee subscription services, Blue Bottle was the clear choice for java enthusiasts. It got high marks for customizability, variety and outstanding taste, beating out every other coffee subscription we tested. If you want to give a gift that doesn’t keep on giving quite so much, we also love the $40 Blend Box, which features Blue Bottle’s three most popular blends presented in a gift box.
Christian Louboutin nail varnish is dramatic and glamorous, and at $50, it’s a great gift that feels like a splurge (it is) without breaking the bank. You can’t go wrong with any color, but for a Capricorn, we especially love Kohl, the most dramatic black shade imaginable.
“Keep in mind that Capricorns approach life logically and strategically and may need the occasional reminder to stop and smell the flowers, or at least to not check their email,” Robinson says. Bring the flowers to them with this pretty floral weekly planner.
Good sheets are a gift that falls in that sweet spot of indulgent and practical, which will appeal to a Capricorn. Sijo Home’s eucalyptus sheets are available in seven colors that include neutrals like white and beige, as well as muted color choices like Blush, Sky and Forest. You can also choose if you want to include a top sheet in the bundle. They’re an Underscored-editor favorite.
Massage guns are popular tools for post-workout recovery, making them a great gift for the runner, powerlifter or Pilates devotee in your life. While many massage guns can be bulky, loud and quite expensive, the Theragun Mini gets high marks for being quiet, small and comfortable to use.
Electronic cutters are souped-up crafting machines that can turn out professional-grade stickers, vinyl decals, party decorations, scrapbooking elements and custom stationery. Capricorns with a crafty bent will flip for this die-cut machine, which they’re sure to use to set up an Etsy side hustle.
Capricorn is one of the Earth signs, making an indoor LED grow light garden a perfect gift for these practical friends. The easy-to-use gardening system comes with a gourmet seed kit featuring six herbs: Genovese basil, curly parsley, dill, thyme, Thai basil and mint.
The work-hard-play-hard Capricorn in your life will thank you over and over for giving them a gift of this ice roller. It can be used to cool down on a hot day, to reduce stress and to soothe a hangover, making it an incredible multiuse tool for self-care. It’s an Underscored-editor favorite.
Candles can be tricky gifts to give because scents are such a personal choice, but the Diptyque Baies Candle is such a classic that you virtually cannot go wrong with it. The Capricorn, that master of good taste, will appreciate getting this gorgeous berry-scented candle.
The Whellen Selfie Ring Light is our pick for the best portable ring light. Small enough to put in a pocket or purse, the Whellen ring light provides great video call and selfie lighting you can take anywhere. The convenient clip mounting fits on your phone or laptop, and won’t scratch your screen.
La Mer is the ne plus ultra of high-end skin care, making it a perfect gift to give the beauty-obsessed Capricorn. This set includes miniatures of four of La Mer’s most popular products: the Regenerating Serum, the Treatment Lotion, the Eye Concentrate Eye Cream and the classic Creme de la Mer Moisturizing Cream.
Weighted bangles are one of the hottest new fitness accessories on the market, which the status-conscious Capricorn will appreciate — the sea goat loves to have the newest toy! The 1-pound weights can be worn on the wrists or ankles, and they come in six colors including pink, green and gray.
After a long day of running the world, even the super-practical Capricorn likes to enjoy a nice bath. This gorgeous bottle of bubble bath from Lollia is a display piece that will look beautiful in their bathroom.
Capricorns are competitive and adventurous, and this coffee-table book will help to focus their adventurous spirit — and help them catalogue all their travels for bragging rights.
If any sign is likely to be a dedicated hand-washer, it’s Capricorn (Virgo, you too). When it comes to giving a highly practical gift like hand soap, the key to nailing it is to elevate the experience. We can’t think of many people who would object to being given this gorgeously scented hand soap and lotion combo.
Gaming Capricorns will love new gear, like this lightweight gaming headset. The headset is compatible with PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S, and it was one of our picks for best gaming headset.