Venus in Aquarius

Venus in Aquarius seeks relationships which provide friendship, shared ideals, and common political views. Venus here has definite principles about relationships, and a deep sense of integrity makes any sort of betrayal unforgivable. Strong ethics give Venus in Aquarius loyalty, tolerance and a willingness to accept major differences within a partnership. Aquarius has strong beliefs about equality and fair play, and they believe in openness and honesty, and cannot tolerate any form of underhand behaviour. Aquarius is unprejudiced and race, religion, culture, land of origin, social status, doesn’t matter, and this sign mixes with everyone. In relationships there is little regard for social status and peer pressure. There is usually a marked affection for friends, and commonly friends become lovers and lovers turn into friends.

Those with Venus here have eclectic tastes, from the antique, unique and futuristic; anything beautiful and unusual in clothing, lovers and friendships is desirable. The preference is usually for someone intelligent, ingenious, friendly, social and quirky. Modern and innovative pieces of art are attractive, computer graphics, electronic music and unorthodox artwork appeal to them. A good example of this artistic temperament is Yoko Ono; she has Venus in Aquarius in the 5th house. The artistic vision may take the form of group collaborations, which benefit humanity.

The person with Venus in Aquarius has a horror of being possessed, and relationships tend to be cool and distant. They feel uncomfortable dealing with intense emotions and are appalled by displays of jealousy in others. It is difficult for them to accept their own darker emotions, so they simply cut off. Venus here insists on lots of space and independence in relationships. The person values progressiveness and their sympathies are usually expressed in broad humanitarian terms; rather than in a personal way. All Air signs need room to breathe and circulate, but a Venusian Aquarian is particularly fond of freedom and hates to feel restricted in a partnership. Restrictions placed on love, imply conditions. When Venus is placed in this social sign, excitement and creative stimulation is craved, and all expression is in the pursuit of some kind of “social cause”.

Venus in Scorpio

Any person born with Venus in Scorpio seeks relationships that provide emotional depth, intensity and the potential for transformation. Venus here cannot stand relating to others in a superficial and shallow fashion. This person thrives on passion and emotional honesty, and may be possessive and jealous, or attract partners who are. The partner’s commitment and loyalty must be unflinching. Scorpio is a fixed water sign and possesses a capacity for enduring love, betrayal and humiliation are rarely forgotten or forgiven, and early painful experiences are concealed, protecting great sensitivity and vulnerability. Sometimes there are darker undercurrents to love - cruelty, abuse, crisis, disturbance and drama.

Venus in Scorpio seeks nothing less than complete merging with a partner. Much of the love nature is tangled up in power-struggles, extreme feelings, and need to maintain control. Sometimes there is far too much pride to offer an apology after an argument, and fights are fairly common, unless the love nature is completely repressed and everything simmers and seethes underneath like a volcano threatening to erupt. Sexuality for Venus in Scorpio is more a matter of emotion and the sign longs to taste the depths of sweet surrender, it has little connection with the physical body (Taurus) and more to do with the soul. Superficial displays of love have little appeal, and there isn’t anything lukewarm about our Scorpio lover. This sign knows how to read lovers on a soul level, and understands about honest relating. It can be deeply flattering to a partner to have such unflinching devotion, even if they are possessive, but no one likes to lose what they have become attached to. No one is left unaffected by relationships without changing.

Venus in Capricorn

Any person with Venus in Capricorn seeks relationships which provide a stable structure and enhances social or professional standing. Love is a serious business and these people are extremely cautious entering new relationships. In love they are practical and achievement orientated. As materialistic as it sounds, Venus in Capricorn people are often attracted to those with financial status, or  professional reputation, and this combination can be extremely supportive of their partner’s ambitions. Once a relationship is established, the individual will behave appropriately in social situations and affections are expressed carefully and with reserve.

Those with Venus in Capricorn warm up slowly to partners, but once the individual feels secure in a relationship, affection is stable, lasting, reliable and faithful. Sometimes there is considerable age differences in love and this person may be attracted to maturity and wisdom. Love is often expressed in an inhibited or even cold manner. Personal taste is somewhat traditional and conventional. It is difficult for them to express love and affection in a relaxed way and the sign places value on respect, duty and loyalty, over a wild and passionate love affair. One night stands and brief affairs don’t interest them much.

The sign values fidelity, constancy and relationships that stand the test of time. However, their desire for stability often means enduring difficult relationships. Underneath a deep reserve Venus in Capricorn people are shy and sensitive, and need an understanding partner who recognizes the vulnerability behind the obvious practicality. Those with this combination hesitate to make the first move for fear of judgment and rejection. This placement suggests obstacles in love - physical, emotional or financial (duty in love). When the individual lets down their guard they are passionate and sensual lovers behind the cool businesslike facade.

Venus in Cancer

Any person with Venus in Cancer seeks relationships which provide a sense of emotional belonging. Kindness, sympathy and the expression of love are all responsive to feeling. With a powerful protective instinct they sometimes cling fearfully to loved ones and have a tendency to nostalgically look back at the past. Cancers have strong emotional attachments and are gentle, romantic, affectionate and devoted. However, they can also be possessive and clingy which can result in a reluctance to allow others emotional freedom. Venus here may seem touchy and sensitive in matters of the heart, so extreme sensitivity to rejection, and a long memory for personal slights create a defensive shell in romantic pursuits. Often the individual needs to feels intensely and place deep importance on close and lasting bonds.

Those with Venus in Cancer attract with a tenderness and familiarity which makes others feel comfortable. Often this combination has an extremely caring and compassionate nature that protects nurtures and knows how to sympathetically respond to partners. In love, Venus in Cancer is full of longings, romantic imagination, impressions and loving devotion. Sometimes the love nature is prone to unhealthy dependency and neediness, but underneath it all they are vulnerable and need to be close to people. If they feel unloved and insecure these types are prone to sulking and moodiness to attract emotional nurturance and reassurance from a relationship.

Classically, if they are attracted to someone, they always take the sideways approach and need to feel secure that feelings will be reciprocated. Some of these people have childhood sweethearts and tend to reflect on past relationships. The nature may be quite shy, timid and passive, and they are forever looking for emotional security and have a desire to be taken care of, to be nurtured. Sometimes they have the emotional expectation that lovers should instinctively know what they need without having to verbalize it.

There is something traditional about the love nature with Venus in Cancer, and they enjoy cosy, private and intimate dates. Similarly, they may be a bit-old-fashioned romantically and prefer to play the traditional roles in relationships. Deeply sensitive to the needs and hurts of loved ones they create a protective love nest and seek stable domestic situations filled with comfort and beauty.

Venus in Sagittarius

A person with Venus in Sagittarius seeks a relationship which expands consciousness and feel happiest with a fun loving partner to share adventure with. Venus here likes to be where it’s popular, new and exciting and have a good-time; therefore a partner needs to have that same fun-loving sense of humour. When Venus is in the fire signs it tends to exaggerate and dramatize feelings. Venus in Sagittarius is optimistic, filled with romantic longings, and they tend to move restlessly from one person to another in search of the ideal. If the overall chart describes a committed and emotionally serious individual, they will seek a partner that shares their joy of learning and spiritual expansion, and will be attracted to exotic and international relationships.

Above all else, personal freedom is important and domestic situations may feel heavy and limiting. A sense of harmony is found in relationships that allow emotional Independence and possess a carefree attitude. As a rule, they are attracted to what is generous, and so much so that the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. If the rest of the chart is in agreement, they see no need to limit themselves to one partner, and may make promises that are difficult to keep. Friendly, outgoing and adventurous, they have a wide circle of social contacts. Relationships are growth producing opportunities and they learn something from everyone they meet.

Possessive, controlling and highly emotional relationships are usually too heavy for this person. Perhaps a relationship based on the same religion, philosophy or moral values is highly sought; they love exploration and may travel far and wide to find what they are looking for. Generally speaking there is a positive attitude to relationships, they are frank and outspoken about inner feelings and seek open and honest relating. Those with Venus in Sagittarius may have an impractical approach to love, and there is usually a love of quantity and belief in a love that is boundless. The individual will often possess ardent, warm and non-possessive feelings, and seek spontaneity and in a relationship. A love that is uninhibited and adds meaning and growth to their life is attractive to them.

Venus in Taurus

A person born with Venus in Taurus seeks relationships that endure the test of time, with endless patience and unwavering commitment they choose stable and comfortable investments rather than take a chance on a brief and unstable courtship. This person needs tangible expressions of love and they gain a feeling of pleasure through the body with plenty of tactile affection. This person is grounded and committed in relationships and loyalty will be very important. Typically the type remains steadfast in their affections; they are sensual lovers that enjoy natural surroundings. Similarly, they often have a strong sense and appreciation of touch, texture and form. This person values luxury, attractiveness and can have expensive taste, preferring good food, perfume and clothing. Above all, they have a genuine appreciation of the best things in life.

This combination has a tendency to attract material resources, so their prospective partner’s wealth may be important and reflects back a feeling of being valued and appreciated. Usually though, they may be slow to enter relationships, unless they feel the partner is fixed in his or her affections. Taurus is also a jealous and possessive sign, and they feel threatened by rivalry. This sign is very security-conscious and people with Venus in Taurus tend to regard a partner as a possession, and want to secure their affection permanently. By nature, Taurus is a traditional and conservative sign, and they need a relationship to be solid and enduring. The person is determined to keep a partner; moreover, it is quite likely that they want a partner to support their lifestyle.

Venus in Taurus loves art, painting or music and they have an affinity with nature and love flowers and plants. Usually they take great delight in lovemaking and its sensual pleasures; they admire strength and stamina in a partner. Astrology Robert hand says, “Venus in Taurus commonly appears in the charts of those who marry well established-sometimes older- partners. Charming, sensual, sophisticated and attractive, Venus in Taurus also appears in the charts of people who make excellent escorts or are used as ornaments to aid their partner’s in their business dealings. Eating disorders - the dark and vulnerable side of this placement, are one of many of the possibilities that beset individual with an afflicted Venus in Taurus”.

Princess Diana had Venus in Taurus in Leo’s house. Diana also had Venus square Moon, an aspect that is particularly known for female rivalry. When Diana was a little girl she adored her father and when her dad met someone new, it was a major blow to her security. In 1980 she met Prince Charles who she already idolized, and he was being pressured into finding a wife. Diana was from a ’good quality’ background and so she was a suitable investment for a wife.

Venus in Leo

A person born with Venus in Leo seeks relationships that embody romance, drama and generosity. The emotional life is colourful and there is often a love of entertainment, play and creativity. Ordinarily, those with Venus here seek the approval of others in social situations; love, attention and affection boost their sense of self-worth. Coupled with this, they need to be appreciated, adored, flattered, and made to feel special. The feelings are never neutral and passions are strong in this sign, and they usually like to spoil and pamper lovers and shower them with gifts, songs, flowers and attention. It is also likely that they encourage and support the development of his or her potential. Leo has strong principles about loyalty and is fiercely faithful. The affections of Leo are ardent, consistent and fixed. Unfaithful partners wound self-esteem, offend dignity and make them feel belittled and humiliated. Leo can be jealous and possessive of loved ones and can be bossy at times. Inevitably, they will make a scene if they sense betrayal and don‘t forgive easily.

Those with Venus in Leo are attracted to people they admire and respect and whose company they can feel proud to be seen. The individual may even be boastful about the love partner. In love, they need to feel unique and may have flamboyant tastes and express a vivid sense of colour through individual self-expression, and they abhor economising at the expense of their individual taste and artistic manner. The artistic sense is usually strong and this person may have an interest in fashion design, hair styling, and modelling or fashion photography. Furthermore, they want to gain recognition for their creations. Typically the type is in love with love, and they throw themselves into romance enthusiastically and enjoy being treated like a queen by lovers. For this person each love affair is a grand passion and they enjoy showing off their lover. Ordinarily, there is a sense of grandeur that sets them apart from others, and they look for romance of the mythical kind, that is noble and heroic. Certainly the individual adds plenty of fun, spontaneity and imagination to affairs of the heart.

Tom Cruise has Venus in Leo and has always displayed a sense of pride in each partner and proudly shows them off. The star also jumped up and down on Oprah Winfrey’s coach declaring his love for Katie Holmes.

Barbara Cartland (pink lady) has Venus in Leo in the 5th house; she is the author of of numerous romantic novels. Cartland was raised as a pampered darling and in later years gained the title “Queen of Romance Novels” creating heroines throughout her stories. Barbara is known for her big hair, pink clothing and luxury loving lifestyle.

Venus in Libra

Love and Marriage go together like a Horse and Carriage

Venus is at home in Libra and these types are in love with love. The individual possesses a natural sense of beauty and harmony, which they express in a social or artistic way. This person is usually socially skilled, polite, charming, romantic, and cool. Not surprisingly, there is a very deep need for someone to share their life with. Generally speaking, they are attracted to what looks-good on the surface and dislike unpleasant situations. The person is considerate, diplomatic and tactful, but sometimes they try too hard to please, which can be difficult for partners who need deeper emotional exchanges. This person may also over-compromise in relationships and they want everything to be ‘nice’ all the time. There is little tolerance for arguments, moods or selfishness, and quarrels are avoided, and the individual dislikes making a scene. Because of their need for balance and peaceful relating, they tend to withhold sharing themselves honestly.

A person with Venus in Libra usually has a strong dislike of crudeness, aggression and anything sordid. This person is good at one-to-one relationships and often have excellent negotiating skills. Intelligence, kindness and decency are important; they have a desire to please and are usually well liked. Venus in Libra usually likes the ‘idea’ of love rather than the reality of a relationship. The individual may be interested in fashion, literature, music, decorating or artistic pursuits. Libra is the first of the social signs and its lessons involve living cooperately with others. This person has an appreciation for others and they have an awareness of the social requirements needed to form harmonious relationships.

Beyonce Knowles has Venus in Libra and she has admitted being fond of fashion. The singer also has Venus conjunct Pluto which adds sexual magnetism and a powerful artistic drive. It also introduces darker elements into her relationships. Beyonce was in a girl group that ended quite badly. There was internal conflict and legal (Libra) turmoil (Pluto). The band eventually transformed and re-birthed into a more harmonious group, topping the charts with Survivor, which detailed these earlier conflicts.

"Beyoncé Knowles was so depressed when her former Destiny's Child band mates LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Roberson quit the group; she spent days in her bedroom refusing to eat. The singer admits the 2000 walk-out came at a very "lonely" time in her life when a longstanding boyfriend also turned his back on her - and she found herself at her lowest.

She struggled to speak about her depression because Destiny's Child had just won their first Grammy Award, and she feared no one would take her seriously.

She tells Parade magazine the break-up of her romance and her band left her questioning who she was and who her friends were - and she felt "attacked" as the media began to turn on her.

It was her mother Tina who helped her get through the blues. She told her, "Why do you think a person wouldn't love you? Don't you know how smart and sweet and beautiful you are?"

Richard Gere has Venus in Libra in exact conjunction with Neptune. Gere excelled at gymnastics and is an accomplished pianist and music writer. The star's best leading roles have all been in romantic movies, he starred in Pretty Woman, and An Officer and a Gentleman, and he has been praised for his cool reserve and natural charm. The actor was also married to beautiful, Piscean (Neptune) supermodel, Cindy Crawford. Richard was picked as one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world in 1991. Venus conjunct Neptune is highly sensitive to beauty, music and the arts.