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6 gifts perfect for your Leo bestie
Leo season is *finally* here, which means it’s a great time to show your Leo bestie some love. Not up to date on your Astro charts? Leos are anyone with a birthday between July 23rd and August 22nd. They’re known for being confident trailblazers who are also fiercely loyal, making them *amaze* besties to have. Let your friend know how much you appreciate them with a gift perfect for their Leo personality. GL’s latest Astro gift guide is here to give you all the inspo.
Gentle Lions Jungle Green Makeup Bag
Image: Society6/Kate Lower
Your bestie is always serving bold makeup looks. Naturally, this patterned beauty bag is the best pick to store all her products and brushes. The adorable pouch features a bevy of gentle lions on a jungle-green background. Society6, the vendor of the bag, is a platform for independent artists, meaning your purchase supports creatives and your bestie gets a one-of-a-kind accessory.
$18, society6.com
Gold Healing Crystal Zodiac Keychain
Image: Claires
Leos aren’t afraid to be the center of attention. Your gal pal can let everyone know she’s proud of her sign with a zodiac keychain hanging from her backpack. Three charms make this keychain shine: a pink faux healing crystal, a dazzling star, and a Leo constellation in the night sky. It’s got just the right amount of glitz for your fiery friend.
$10, claires.com
Hollywood-Inspired Film Clapper Board
Image: Amazon
If your BFF is a total film buff, she’ll love this cinematic gift. Styled after the clapper boards used to keep track of scenes on film sets, this wooden clapper board is the perf movie-themed room decor. She can even write on it with an erasable pen to mark scenes while filming fun vids with you. It might just sit next to her Oscar award one day—Leos are known for their dramatic flair.
$15, amazon.com
Kitsch Rhinestone Snap Hair Clips
Image: Macy’s/Kitsch
The classic snap clip gets a major upgrade in this blinged out set from Kitsch. These rhinestone clips have the right touch of grunge to elevate any ‘fit. Your bestie can use them to manage flyaways or hold a trendy waterfall braid in place. No matter how they’re styled, these clips will help her steal the spotlight wherever she goes.
$12, macys.com
Ash Translucent Rectangle Sunglasses
Image: Urban Outfitters
Basic black sunnies are so last year. This summer, we’re embracing all things colorful and fun. Your Leo friend will feel like an *actual* goddess wearing these super-cool sunglasses from Urban Outfitters. The yellow tortoiseshell frames radiate sunny energy—exactly the right vibe for a fire sign.
$16, urbanoutfitters.com
You Goal, Girl: A Goal-Setting Workbook
Image: Barnes & Noble
Help your girl stay on track of all her ambitious plans for the future. From applying to her dream school to landing the lead role in the school musical, the You Goal, Girl workbook will help her form a plan to achieve all her goals. The stylish journal features advice, prompts, and worksheets meant to turn manifestations into reality.
$20, barnesandnoble.com
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