Your Jewellery Horoscope!
Does your star sign influence your jewellery choices? You might be surprised! If you're wondering what style best suits you, or which are your lucky jewellery colours and gemstones, or simply pondering the best gift to buy for that tricky friend, our jewellery horoscope will give you the lowdown on the best jewellery choices for each zodiac star sign.
Aries
March 21 to April 19
Aries is a Fire sign, and is competitive, self-oriented, and adventurous. Aries like to think themselves uncomplicated and natural leaders, They love new things, especially things that are indulgent, exciting, and impulsive!
Aries loves jewellery that is stylish, colourful and fun. They love to be on trend and like their jewellery big and glamorous. Treat them to a bold flashy necklace set, big earrings, or a fancy hair clip, and make sure whatever you choose is dazzling! Red is their lucky colour and bloodstone and diamonds are their lucky gemstones.
Taurus
April 20 to May 20
The most down-to-earth of the Earth signs, Taurus is sensual, persistent, and comfort loving, but they can also be hot-headed and resistant to change. Taureans love practical things that look expensive, like stylish watches and appliances. For Taureans choose jewellery that represents the natural world; flowers, leaves and trees are good. Lucky colours for Taureans are green and pink, and emerald is their lucky stone.
Gemini
May 21 to June 20
An Air sign, Gemini loves to talk! The Gemini is a social butterfly, inquisitive, observant, diplomatic and intellectual. They readily adapt to change and new situations, and love technology - particularly if it helps them connect with their social circle.
When it comes to jewellery, treat the Gemini to several small versatile gifts – a watch, bracelet, and ring, or jewellery that can be worn multiple ways. Lucky colours are light greens and yellow, and their lucky gem is pearl.
Cancer
June 21 to July 22
Cancer is a Water sign, loyal, loving, and sensitive, but often easily hurt and emotional. They are the creative 'ideas' people and naturally draw others into their plans. They love useful things, especially if it's pretty or creative.
When buying for the Cancerian choose a gift from the heart and make sure it's well presented. Cancer is ruled by the moon so silver and white are their lucky colours. Choose silver jewellery with pearls or white gems, and anything that looks hand-crafted is perfect. Their lucky stone is moonstone.
Leo
July 23 to August 22
The most regal Fire sign, Leos, like their lion namesakes, are born to rule. They are confident and thrive in the spotlight and have a talent for 'getting things done'. They love anything showy that compliments their extrovert nature.
For Leo, ruled by the sun, it has to be gold. Choose something ostentatious – a real statement piece in gold and fiery colours, like ruby and topaz, is perfect. Hair accessories for their luxurious manes are always a winner too, and their lucky stones are peridot and fiery amber.
Virgo
August 23 to September 22
An organised Earth sign, Virgos have a strong drive towards efficiency, but they're often like the proverbial duck on water: serenely gliding on the surface while paddling like fury beneath! Virgos have a strong attention to details so love things that are perfectly unflawed.
Choose natural and minimalist jewellery for Virgo. Anything subtle and feminine is perfect, and they love natural jewellery with wood or leather elements in neutral earthy tones. Dark green and purple are their lucky colours, with turquoise for balance. Sapphire is their lucky stone.
Libra
September 23 to October 22
A passionate Air sign, Libra loves balance and harmony. They're naturally diplomatic, inspirational, and intellectual. Librans love the finer things in life, be it culture, fashion, or home styling, and to a Libran appearance is everything.
Select jewellery that is interesting and elegant to appeal to their sense of sophistication, and make sure you wrap it beautifully! Think balance and choose geometric designs like the Art Deco styling, and anything that comes in pairs - like earrings! Pink and green are their lucky colours, and Opal is their lucky stone.
Scorpio
October 23 to November 21
Waterfalls carve deep pools, and that's what Water sign Scorpio is all about. Deep, dark, mysterious and powerful, the Scorpio is focussed and determined, but just as still waters run deep, the Scorpio can also be imaginative and dreamy. Scorpios love anything that can indulge their passionate nature.
Choose jewellery for the Scorpio that has a magical or antique feel about it, with lots of detail and hidden meaning. Bold bright colours aren't for Scorpio, instead choose rich dark colours like garnet or black. Topaz and Aquamarine are their lucky stones.
Sagittarius
November 22 to December 21
A trailblazing Fire sign, Sagittarius is not one to sit still and let life pass them by. Sagittarius is adventurous and optimistic with a penchant for learning and a positive attitude. The archer of the zodiac, they aim high and pursue their goals. Sagittarians love anything exotic or original.
Your Sagittarian will appreciate exotic jewellery that speaks of travel and adventure. Choose golden jewellery with glittering gems in ethnic styling. Blue is their lucky colour, and turquoise their lucky stone.
Capricorn
December 22 to January 19
The most ambitious of the Earth signs, Capricorn enjoys the rewards of hard work. Capricorns are natural leaders being both patient and practical, and they're also gifted with a great sense of humour. They love classic luxury and stylish brand names, and anything that can keep them firmly rooted to the good old days of the past.
Give the Capricorn a quality piece of treasured antique jewellery and they'll love you forever! They adore natural things, so nature-inspired Art Nouveau jewellery is just perfect for Capricorns. Their lucky colours are earthy browns and reds, and garnet and agate are their lucky stones.
Aquarius
January 20 to February 18
Quirky and original, Aquarius is the most energetic of the Air Signs; in fact, not so much 'air' but a whirlwind! Aquarians are innovative and practical and are never happier than when they are the centre of attention, which is exactly where their adorable wit puts them. They love to keep up with the latest trends and are dedicated followers of fashion, no matter what the expense!
For the Aquarian, choose jewellery that is trendy but unusual, like a wrap-around bracelet, ear cuffs, or one-off original piece. Blue and silver are their lucky colours, and amethyst and garnet their lucky stones.
Pisces
February 19 to March 20
The most intuitive of the Water signs, Pisces is often considered to be dreamy and spiritual. Like the fish swimming in opposite directions, Pisceans are a sea of contradictions; gregarious and sociable yet loving their alone time, resilient but easily overwhelmed. Pisceans enjoy working creatively and love a bit of old-fashioned romance.
Give your Piscean jewellery that can have sentimental value, like an heirloom ring or pendant, or something sourced from an antique store. Soft purples and sea greens are their lucky colours, and aquamarine and amethyst their lucky stones.
Next week: "10 More Fun Fascinating Jewellery Facts" like the Victorian's love for creepy living jewellery, the biggest diamond known to man (and it's not on Earth!), and gemstones with magical powers!