Susty Valentine’s Day Zodiac Guide: How to Dress Like Your Venus Sign 💘
As many of our readers know, we are faithful astrology girlies here at Sustainable Baddie. We love to help you embody the exquisite assortment of character traits your sun sign can illuminate within you (pun intended). But the other planetary placements that comprise a baddie’s birth chart deserve our sartorial eye as well! With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, we’re shining a heart-shaped spotlight on Venus, the planet of love. Your Venus sign holds the key to how you express yourself in relationships (platonic, romantic, and familial!), as well as to what you seek in emotionally intimate spaces. This placement is less about instant passion (hello, Mars), and more about that enduring flame of love that burns deep within us. As we approach February, an especially romantic month, we wanted to provide some insight into the romantic nature of your Venus sign. But remember, insight into the love planet isn’t just for the cuffed cuties; it can help anyone learn about themselves in every kind of relationship!
With that in mind, we’ve come up with some outfit inspo for all your V-Day plans. Whether you’re newly in love, partnered, single and thriving (or single and pining — no judgment here), or celebrating with your favorite pal-entines, we’ve got a Valentine’s evening ‘fit for you.
P.S. If you don’t know your Venus sign, you can calculate it online using your birth date, time, and location!
Pisces: Contrary to their stereotypes, Pisces Venus is a bit secretive with their love. Perhaps because their romantic side has that oceanic depth, a Pisces Venus waits until there is real trust before showing you how they love. Once they decide you’re to be trusted, they’ll dive in head first, holding little back. Get ready for a sensitive, sensual, vulnerable, wild, wild ride. This Valentine’s Day, celebrate your mysterious side by adding some wackiness to your wardrobe. To ensure that your Valentine is ready for the love you’re offering them, let your style test the waters. Try something unusual: mix fabrics and patterns, and blur the boundaries between costume and clothing. Your love is layered and worthy of someone especially fearless, so express it through your style. Pile on the accessories, play with pants under frilly dresses, and even mix and match your shoes if you’re feeling especially wild. There are no bounds to a Pisces Venus’ love.
Aries: As an Aries Venus, you’re not messing around with the in-between. You like to take control of your romantic situations, and the cuties you can’t stop thinking about certainly know how you feel about them. You aren’t one for playing games, but you do love a little banter. This V-Day, lean into your playful candor with a ’fit that is as bold as your heart is. We’re talking bright reds, faux fur, and some bold heart-shaped accessories. Romantically, you love playing with limits, so who says you can’t test those boundaries in your style too? Trust yourself and take some risks, Aries. Get inspired by a heart-shaped handbag or earmuffs to match a big red fuzzy coat. You’re not just telling your loved ones that you love them, you’re telling the whole world too.
Taurus: As a Taurus Venus, you are a natural romantic. Pampering your partner and going above and beyond to make them feel special is an instinct of yours, so Valentine's Day is no simple affair. Taurus Venuses aren’t scared of a romance of commitment; you want to shower your loved one with attention so that they know you aren’t going anywhere. This year, have yourself a very Jane Austen Valentine’s Day. Nothing says “be mine” quite like professing your undying love to a partner that is completely and totally out of your reach. Dive into the regal elegance of an English Regency-inspired romance. Lean into the corsets, jewels, pearls, bows, and fancy things this year. We’re dreaming up soft pastels, ruffled edges, and shiny satin fabrics, with lace accents. You want your sweet thing to feel like absolute royalty, so why not dress like it too?
Gemini: If you are a Gemini Venus, flirtation could be your middle name. You are a pro in the art of making someone giggle, coo, and blush in just a few short moments. You are a lover of words, and you know how to make your words work for you and the one you love. This Valentine’s Day is all about having fun. Lean into the “conversation hearts” side of the holiday and express your love in color. We often forget that Valentine’s Day can be a time for silly, goofy expressions of attraction. This year, it’s time to show your love with color-craziness. Opt for bold and unusual hues – oranges, purples, and cobalt blues. Slip into some tie-dye tights, and break out the jelly shoes. Conversation hearts come in all colors, and just like a Gemini Venus, you can’t be confined to one definition ever. And what’s a better conversation starter than a striking outfit?
Cancer: If you are a Cancer Venus —or if you know a Cancer Venus— you know that their love is only comparable to the passion of a true Rockstar. Your love is steeped in emotion meant for lyrical genius. See, for example, some of the most iconic musical geniuses (with Cancer Venuses) of our time: Stevie Nicks, Kate Bush, Gwen Stefani, and P!NK. Get ready to serenade your sweetheart with “Sweet Escape” and belt “Running Up That Hill (A Deal with God)”. Rockstars love to take risks, so get experimental; play with gender expression and test your boundaries with hair and makeup. Go for something very Gwen Stefani, circa 2007, and play with plaid patterns. Or, go for something a bit more Fleetwood Mac and get inspired by dramatic blacks, flowy fabrics, and lots of hats.
Leo: Like all Leo placements, a Leo Venus is known for showing their love as big and bold as is socially acceptable (and sometimes even more). Leo Venus wants to love boldly and be loved boldly in return. To celebrate V-Day, lean into your shiny side. Leos love a little glitz and glamor. This year, show off your bold and beautiful love in something especially eye-catching. You don’t have to be a millionaire to dress (or love) like one! Whether you are taking your honey to dinner and a movie or planning an extravagant night with pals, slip into something special. We want to see you rocking the metallics, the iridescents, and anything that will catch the sunlight or the disco ball gleam. It is time to be glitzy from head to toe – layer your jewelry, refresh your tooth gems. There is nothing too glamorous for your V-Day festivities.
Virgo: Virgo Venuses aren’t interested in anything other than totally genuine love. This sign is known for being the one to help you with your homework and pack your lunch for a nerve-wracking day ahead. They will support you and all of your passions. A Virgo Venus wants a love that challenges them, keeps them thinking, and helps them reach their goals. Express your practical side this year and lean into a look that screams sexy academia. Don that silky blazer and slip into some chunky loafers. We want to give late nights in the library and cutie study-buddy chic. Go for fabrics with lots of textures and lengths. Think trench coats, leather pants, and simple accessories. A ’fit that says, “Tell me about that book you’re reading.”
Libra: Libra is ruled by Venus, making Libra Venus an especially romantic placement. They experience love radiating through their whole being. They are one for trusting their instincts, though sometimes their love for romance overshadows their intuition. Libras are known for their desire to keep the peace, and they are no different in romance, offering whatever their partners need to be happy and satisfied. There is something very cherub-esque about a Libra’s love; it comes off as soft, sweet, and gentle but is also deeply romantic at its core. Get inspired by the king of V-Day himself: Cupid. Slip into lots of florals and pieces that make you feel like you’re in the clouds. We are dreaming of soft colors and sweet patterns that represent the natural child-like energy of love. There is no shame in being shot by Cupid’s arrow, so show the world that you are embracing your sweetest side.
Scorpio: Scorpio Venus can be defined simply as devoted. A Scorpio Venus’ capacity for love is as deep and endless as they come. The natural darkness of a Scorpio means that their way of loving can be so deep, it’s dark (but that’s kind of hot, right?). Ruled by Mars, if your Venus is in Scorpio, you lead with passion. For V-Day, we hope you celebrate the drama of it all with velvet pieces and satin accents that hint at lingerie styles. Explore your romantic abyss with dark colors like deep plums and dramatic maroons. Don’t be afraid to show a little vulnerability, Scorpio! It’s okay to soften that edge with some lace or a few sweet bows.
Sagittarius: The jet-setter of the Zodiac, a Sagittarius Venus wants a love that is daring, adventurous, and totally unfamiliar. A Sagittarius Venus will dive headfirst into anything that feels exciting and new. They are looking for a lover and a best friend. Someone who will not only entertain their ambitious goals but join them at a moment’s notice. For Valentine’s Day, it’s time to pretend like you’re on your next great adventure. Dress like you’re on a romantic getaway vacation. Maybe it’s giving “coastal grandma”, with chunky sweaters and breezy linen, or “Sicilian sweetheart” in a sundress. We want you to feel like you’re as far from home as can be. Cover your head in elegant scarves and beach-inspired accessories made of shells in sea-moss greens.
Capricorn: A Capricorn Venus approaches love with their head first and heart second. They aren’t here to play games in love. But, if you love a Capricorn Venus, you can trust that they will not give up on your heart. They might be struggling to keep it together in other areas of life, but a Capricorn Venus will make sure that their relationship is always healthy. For a placement that is more likely to be in a long-term committed relationship than in many situationships, Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to get cozy with the one you love. Take this holiday to say “bye-bye” to the put-together, boss baddie look of your 9-5. Put on your softest sweats and slip into your comfiest sweater. This V-Day is all about pampering yourself, your partner, and your friends. You put a lot of hard work into your relationships, and you definitely need a night of R&R.
Aquarius: An Aquarius Venus is not one for needing outside acceptance in anything they do and certainly not in love. This lover might show you they love you in unconventional ways, like writing you a wacky poem or bringing you a bottle cap they found on the ground and thought you’d like to see. They might be the type of lover to stand outside your bedroom with a speaker on their shoulder blasting your favorite song, or be the kind to fall in love with the unexpected bad boy in detention. There is nothing that screams Aquarius Venus quite like a classic 80s romantic comedy. Get inspired by the fashion of Andie Walsh of Pretty in Pink or the iconic best friend trio: Ferris, Cameron, and Sloane. There is something surprisingly romantic about a simple dress layered over a t-shirt combo, or a classic Letterman jacket to draw out some romantic nostalgia.
We hope that you take Valentine’s Day as an excuse to style something new in your closet. Don’t be constrained! Use what you read here as a launchpad to greater heights. This Venus style guide is just a fun way to get in touch with your most loveable self, and find some fun fashion inspo along the way! XOXO, Baddies!