Welcome to Scorpio season — enter if you dare!
Syd Robinson, an astrologer and the author of “Who Do the Stars Say You Are?” says, “Those born under the sign of Scorpio are trademarked by their passion, intensity and undying curiosity with what lies under the surface. These people are not interested in small talk and may seem reserved to others; they tend to be guarded, especially when first opening up and building trust with someone new.”
With birthdays from Oct. 23 to Nov. 21, these intense, moody and mercurial water signs are surprisingly easy to shop for. “When choosing a gift for a Scorpio loved one,” Robinson says, “I’d recommend things that are a little occult-ish. This sign tends to gravitate towards the supernatural, and since they were born during peak spooky season, this should come as no surprise!”
Ahead, with Robinson’s help and input from the Scorpios in our own lives, we’ve picked out 35 gift ideas for the Scorpio in your life.
Turn stargazing into self-care with constellation-themed eye masks. If you're looking for something that looks more luxe than its price tag would suggest, this set of five self-warming eye masks makes a great present.
Hot honey is always a welcome gift, especially for Scorpios who like a little sting with their honey.
Scorpios are water signs, making items relating to water — even very literal ones, like water bottles — great gift ideas. The Quencher by Stanley is one of the hottest gifts going, and it comes in loads of colors, including basic black and a pretty rose quartz.
Bath products, like this super-pretty milk bath, always make great gifts, but they're especially on-theme for sensuous Scorpios.
Scorpios can be sensitive, making personalized gifts a good choice — they may not show it, but they'll be touched that you picked out something just for them. Of course, there are some things, like scents, that are hard to choose for another person, which is why the personalized candles from Scent Lab make such great gifts; the site allows picky Scorpios to choose the scent and style they want.
Scorpios can be more than a bit competitive, making games of all sorts great gift ideas. If you're looking for a small gift idea, this set of Disney Villains playing cards is the perfect present at the perfect price.
If you like the idea of giving a game for a Scorpio birthday gift, look for sinister or macabre themes to pick up on the spooky season vibes. Betrayal at The House on The Hill is a cooperative strategy game for three to six players that features witches, dragons and zombies in 50 different playing scenarios.
The Moon Pod, a favorite among our staff, is a cloudlike chair designed to mimic the sensations of flotation therapy. Intense Scorpios will appreciate a gift that helps them unwind and relax.
There's no plant more perfect for spooky season than a Venus flytrap! The Scorpio with a green thumb will adore this thoughtful gift.
Water signs, including deep and brooding Scorpios, can get lost in their feelings. Journalling (and other forms of creative expression) can help, making journals and notebooks great gift ideas for these intense water signs.
As Robinson says, Scorpios tend to like "occult-ish" gifts, so a gift box created with their sign in mind is sure to please. This spa set, which includes a handmade vegan artisan soap, a bath bomb, handmade body butter, lip balm, perfume oil roll-on and a candle, was crafted with Scorpios in mind.
This versatile palette has 18 shades that allow the makeup-loving Scorpio to create a dramatic smokey eye whenever the occasion calls for one.
Buying accessories like sunglasses can be tricky, but a pair of Classic Ray-Bans is perfect for the mysterious Scorpio to brood behind.
Cashmere sweats make a perfect gift for anyone, including for the Scorpio who loves luxury as much as they love a quiet day at home as the weather turns colder and the days get shorter. A similar style is available in women's sizes.
Take loungewear up a notch with a beautiful silk shorts-and-camisole set that can be worn for sleeping or making lazy days around the house a little bit elegant.
Christian Louboutin nail varnish is dramatic and glamorous and can be used as a weapon if necessary, making it a perfect Scorpio gift! (Unless the Scorpio uses the bottle to stab you, in which case you may not consider it such a perfect Scorpio gift.) You can't go wrong with any shade, but we especially love "Delicotte Prune," a super-rich, deep berry color.
"Scorpios like to make a statement wherever they go," Griffin says, "so if you’re looking to splurge on their birthday gift this year, they’re sure to cherish this mini clutch from Mansur Gavriel."
The symbol of Scorpio is, of course, the scorpion. This piece of art features an Asian Giant Forest Scorpion (Heterometrus Laoticus) inside a black shadow box adorned with brass baroque corner protectors.
Scorpio season overlaps with spooky season, so it's no surprise that this sign, more than any, is likely to be a horror movie enthusiast. This book is both a display piece and a guided journal for the Scorpio with the goal of being a horror movie completionist.
Cricut electronic cutters are souped-up crafting machines that can turn out professional-grade stickers, vinyl decals, party decorations, scrapbooking elements and custom stationery. Crafty, artistic Scorpios will flip for this die-cut machine.
In many places, Scorpio season coincides with the arrival of fall weather and fashions. Griffin picked out this pair of Ugg ultra-mini boots that will keep them extra cozy.