How to Choose a Gift for a Virgo

The Mercury-ruled Virgo is meticulous, practical and diligent. Virgos love simple elegance and believe in doing things precisely. This analytical Zodiac sign is also intelligent and reliable. Follow these steps to buy a gift for anyone born under this sign.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

1. Decide which side of the Virgo's personality you'd like to appeal to: the intelligent and elegant side or the analytical and methodical side.

2. Buy gifts that appeal to the physical side of a Virgo, such as a gym membership, roller blades or tennis lessons. Check out your local gym to see what packages it has; many gyms also offer tennis, racquetball or swimming lessons. Virgos do rule the house of health, so a health-conscience gift would always be appropriate. Visit Well Baskets online for healthful gift ideas.

3. Choose gifts that appeal to the organized side of a Virgo, such as a diary or journal, a PDA (personal digital assistant), or a leather-bound calendar. Try Levenger's website for a wide selection of quality journaling supplies or any of the major computer manufacturer's websites for information on PDAs. Most Virgos are great business people, and a gift to help them further their careers would be a great choice.

4. Select gifts that appeal to the animal-loving side of a Virgo, such as a puppy, kitten or even a pass to a zoo. Visit the Humane Society Web site to locate an adoption shelter near you. But before you do this, make sure your Virgo really wants a pet and has the time, money and space to properly care for a pet.

Tips & Warnings

• Visit the American Kennel Club website to research various breeds to determine which one would be a right fit for your Virgo.

• Remember your Virgo's birthday falls between August 22 and September 23. This might be the perfect time of year to give outdoor sporting lessons as a gift.