The Venus Dress Code
Image Courtesy: John Galliano Circus Collection 1997
Venus is in retrograde and so is our taste in fashion.
Astrology isn’t just good for predicting your compatibility in a relationship, it can also be a strategy in developing a fashion style unique to you.
Venus is the planet of beauty, attraction, values, pleasure, comfort, and self-worth. Your Venus sign, the zodiac placement that occupied the planet Venus exactly as you were born, maps onto those traits and represents what you consider spending money on, the textures or comfort of clothing that appeals closest to you, the different silhouettes or colors that you find attractive, and how your style visually works in a social setting.
In astrology, Venus orbits near the Sun, so your Venus sign is most likely to be your Sun sign, the sign right before it, or the sign right after it. Dressing for your Venus sign aligns specifically with your own natural and aesthetic taste, which will bring out the most confident and attractive version of yourself.
British Fashion Designer Vivienne Westwood, an Aries Venus, is a clear example of embodying your Venus sign and becoming most energetically aligned with your personal style and self-expression. Aries is an innovative, fierce, and bold zodiac sign, seen in association with Westwood through her modern punk, adventurous, and exhilarating designs and style.
Now, let’s dive into elements of the zodiac and how it corresponds with Venus.
Water signs: Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces are interpreted to be soft and mysterious. Think sheer, satin, or lace materials, vintage designer pieces or jewelry, and romantic silhouettes. A Cancer Venus is feminine and romantic, working best with pearls, cream colors, and delicate jewelry. A Scorpio Venus is deemed to be more magnetic and mysterious, working best with black or red, leather, and sheer fabrics. A Pisces Venus is dreamy and artistic, working best with flowy dresses or chiffon.
Fire signs: Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius are interpreted to be expressive and noticeable. Think statement pieces, high heels, and bold colors. An Aries Venus is spontaneous and direct, working best with leather, micros, and minis. A Leo Venus is dramatic and glamorous, working best with fur, gold, and dramatic sunglasses. A Sagittarius Venus is adventurous and optimistic, working best with bohemian chic, denim, and boots.
Earth signs: Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn are interpreted to be tactile and versatile. Think cashmere, suede, classics, and high-quality fabrics. A Taurus Venus has a sensual luxury where texture is highly considered, working best with silk, expensive-looking jewelry, and fitted dresses. A Virgo Venus is clean and precise, working best with tailored pants and specific details. A Capricorn Venus is classy and sophisticated, working best with black, designer pieces, and watches.
Air signs: Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius approach fashion more socially. Think playful layering and the mixing of aesthetics. A Gemini Venus is youthful and fun, working best with mini skirts and colorful accessories. A Libra Venus is harmonious and polished, working best with balanced proportions and elegant dresses. An Aquarius Venus is unconventional and futuristic, working best with avant-garde or unexpected combinations.
Your elemental zodiac sign doesn’t determine the whole story, though. Let’s add the modalities, which divide the twelve zodiac signs into three different groups: cardinal, fixed, and mutable.
Cardinal signs are initiators and tend to take the lead and launch new projects. These signs consist of Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn. They tend to become trendsetters and make statement pieces.
Fixed signs are loyal, consistent, and build on top of ideas. These signs consist of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius. Fixed Venus signs usually have a “signature” style and a specific personal aesthetic. They are iconic and consistent, and they know what looks good on them.
Mutable signs are adaptable and experimental, flexible and open in their wardrobes. These signs consist of Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces. Their sense of style evolves and changes depending on their mood, era of life, social life, or the current trends around them.
Your Venus element represents the atmospheric sense of your beauty, and your modality is how you express that. Capricorn and Taurus are both earth signs, but Capricorn is cardinal while Taurus is fixed, allowing each to deliver their personal styles differently.
Your Venus sign is there as a guide to help you lean into your aesthetic instincts fully. The stars are not the makers or breakers of your outfit. At the end of the day, it’s up to you to remind yourself of who you really are.
Strike Out,
Derin Alyanak
Boca Raton
Derin Alyanak is a content writer for Strike Magazine Boca. As a journalism student and self-diagnosed shopping addict, you can find her adding more items than she can afford to her Pinterest wishlist or curating another Spotify playlist. Reach her by email at @derinalyanak1@gmail.com or on Instagram @derinalyanakk
