Reimagining The January Birthstone

January birthstones need a real makeover. We’ve seen all kinds of trends change what birthstones are assigned to whom, and January always gets lost in the conversation, sticking to the same old blood-red garnets that we’ve all seen a million times. The garnet was chosen for January in the medieval ages to ward off depression and evil spirits and even poison. Since we’re in an age of self-care and modern medicine, it seems a bit archaic to continue with this old tradition. Here’s the thing: January girlies are multifaceted and they deserve some new options to shine as bright as they do. While other months have a litany of birthstones to choose from (we’re looking at you, December), January babies have only had one option in both traditional spaces and in modernity. But don’t worry – all we have to do is look to the stars to usher in a new era for January birthstones.

There are two zodiac signs that inhabit the month of January, and these girls are just about as different as you can be. Our witchy readers out there will know that Capricorns and Aquarians have wholly different personalities, and the January versions of these signs are very specific to the individual sign and month. January Capricorns are thoughtful yet social, inspiring, and passionate. January Aquarians, on the other hand, are wild and rebellious free-thinkers who think outside of the box and throw caution to the wind. We’d love to run into either of these powerhouse women at a party, and they might even be best friends, but they are two very different personalities that deserve their very own version of a January birthstone. Even if zodiacs aren’t your thing, it’s a fun little jaunt into the unknown to match someone’s energy and personality with a lovely bespoke gemstone. 

Morganite for the Capricorns

Some people might say that Capricorns can be standoffish, but January Capricorns can be incredibly warm and social. According to astrology, January Capricorns are ruled by the planets Venus and Mercury, which are the planets of love and communication, respectively. With this in mind, the peachy pink gem, Morganite, is the perfect choice for a pragmatic and social January Capricorn. For those that believe, Morganite has been said to be aligned with one’s heart chakra, which aids in healing and love. In a more practical sense, Morganite is also a rarer gem than diamonds, so she’ll always be a conversation piece.

For the January Capricorn with a penchant for tenderness, look no further than the Mischa Kite-Shaped Morganite Ring. The pale pink morganite is centered on the ring in a kite-shaped cut. Bordering the peachy morganite is a delicate pavé of round white diamonds that bring this piece to life with the perfect sparkle and shine. The unique kite shape allows the wearer to see all the way through this gorgeous translucent gem and adds to the soft and sweet aesthetic of the morganite birthstone. 3 white diamonds bridge the stone and the rest of the band – an intricate addition that adds to the uniqueness of the piece. The 18k yellow gold setting and band bring out the warmth in the natural color of the stone and make this a timeless and elegant option for a January birthstone. 

Lapis Lazuli for January Aquariuses

Rebel Rebel! Aquarians are known for their idiosyncrasies and spontaneous nature, and January Aquariuses are no different. According to astrology principles, Aquariuses are ruled by Uranus, which is good for changing conventions and breaking traditions. Bold moves and rebellious tendencies are the cornerstones of the January Aquarian, so the perfect stone to encapsulate their wild personalities is a bold stone to match: Lapis Lazuli. This unique precious gemstone is a deep cerulean blue that stands out on any outfit and brings a spark of color to the room. In antiquity, lapis lazuli has been associated with strength and courage, which fits perfectly with the aesthetic of our outspoken, rebellious January Aquarius.