What is Venus dressing? An astrologist on how to dress for your birth chart
WORDS BY CELESTE MARTINE
When I heard that your Venus placement can actually help you style your wardrobe, I had to know more.
Before everyone rolls their eyes, what if I told you your astrology placements could help you style together outfits? Monthly zodiac spreads in the middle of magazines are filled with promises of meeting tall, dark and handsome strangers. They might even throw in a curveball and say your ex is thinking of reaching out to you. If these zodiac predictions can instruct you on your love life, is it possible they could help you shape your fashion choices?
Birth chart reading differs from the zodiac spreads in glossy pages of magazines, it’s an art form that’s been practised by civilisations for centuries. Birth charts, in essence, capture the exact placements of the planets at your time and place of birth.
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These placements can be used to determine many factors, such as what you’re like in relationships, how you handle conflict as well as what career you may be well-suited to. My personal favourite placement is Venus, the planet of love. “Venus is about what you love! It also represents what [to] accentuate to enhance your appearance,” certified astrologist Marion Westaway tells me.
When I heard that your Venus placement can actually help you understand your wardrobe, I had to know more. So I probed Marion for answers and this is what she had to tell me about dressing in line with your Venus placement.
Aries
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In terms of colours, think red and ready for action. You want to channel the rockstar girlfriend [and] downtown girl aesthetic, so innovative designs and styles are going to be flattering on you. Try experimenting with different headwear for a fashion look people will follow.
Taurus
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Taurus is the epitome of comfort and luxury, so comfy fashion and luxurious fabrics that you feel good in are a necessity. No-fuss clothing [in] earthy, tonal colours will be flattering on you, think ‘vanilla girl’ aesthetic. Try experimenting with scarves and neckwear for something different.
Gemini
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Gemini Venus placements, you’ll look great in light colours. Conversation pieces that catch people’s eye and stand out in a crowd suit you well. The maximalist aesthetic is a great one for you to try. Experimenting with versatile pieces could keep you from getting bored with your wardrobe items and allow you to change up your style.
Cancer
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White, light colours are flattering on the Cancer Venus placement. Think cosy and flowy dresses, perhaps the cottagecore aesthetic if that’s something you’re drawn to. Vintage suits and loungewear also look good on you. Try experimenting with eyewear for a different look.
Leo
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Leo Venus is bold. Think reds and golds [and] lots of jewellery. Leo is the lion so royal, fun looks are perfect for this Venus placement. Think downtown [and] star girl aesthetics, with looks that you can take from day to night. Try experimenting with backless pieces and loud accessories for added impact.
Virgo
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Earthy tones look so good on Virgo Venus placements. Practical, ready-to-work pieces flatter you, [as do] crafty, stylish and nature-themed [pieces]. Tote bags and cargo pants are great bases for this Venus placement. Fairycore and ‘whimsy goth’ could be aesthetics to explore. Try experimenting with belts to change up your look.
Libra
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Flirty and fun, Libra Venus placements are all about pastels and florals. Pretty, matching styles and co-ord sets are so flattering on this Venus placement. [Try] channel[ing] Barbiecore balanced with more masculine pieces. The blokette aesthetic could be a fun one to play around with too. Try experimenting with different handbags for added flair.
Scorpio
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Sexy, sexy, sexy! Think leather and lace, blacks and reds. Corsets are a standout piece on a Scorpio Venus. The femme-fatale aesthetic is perfect for Scorpio Venus placements. Try experimenting with studded pieces or mixing leather and lace for something a little different.
Sagittarius
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Sagittarius is always on the move so this Venus placement needs pieces that are easy to travel in. Pockets are a useful outfit detail, making cargo mini skirts and capris potential wardrobe staples for this Venus placement. Try experimenting with bright colours and bold patterns.
Capricorn
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Capricorn Venus is all about classic looks, so they may be drawn to high-end and expensive pieces. Capricorn Venus has a no-nonsense approach to fashion, opting for tailored, sleek lines and staple pieces. Think corporate chic or old-money aesthetics. Try experimenting with tailored suits to make a statement.
Aquarius
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Eccentric and fun, [people with] Aquarius [Venus placements are] futuristic in [their] approach to fashion often thinking outside of the crowd. Think flower child and ‘cyber fashion’ aesthetics. Try experimenting with mismatched patterns and metallics for an out-of-this-world look.
Pisces
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Dreamy and ethereal, Pisces Venus placements have an other-worldly feel to them. Flowing pieces that embrace femininity and softness, almost fairytale in their feel, look great on this Venus placement. Think mermaidcore aesthetic. Try experimenting with turquoise and aqua greens with a more theatrical approach to fashion.
To learn more about Venus sign dressing head here.
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