Look To The Stars
In search of some style inspiration? Look no further than your own zodiac sign
When it comes to star signs and their horoscopes, people fall within a range from die-hard believers to die-hard sceptics. Though, no matter where you fall, it is hard to deny that some listed traits are undeniably accurate.
So if your zodiac can do a good job of nailing down a few personality traits, perhaps the same can be said when it comes to discerning a fashion style.
We scoured the Interweb, reading page after page from style staples like Vogue, Style Caster, POPSUGAR, The Lala and Stitchfix, to bring you a wealth of information to keep in mind the next time you go shopping. Perhaps it will even reveal an underlying fashion desire you have yet to explore.
If your zodiac can do a good job of nailing down a few personality traits, perhaps the same can be said when it comes to discerning a fashion style
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Earth Sign; defining traits: a can-do attitude, leadership, unwavering focus, inner fortitude, and sophisticated.
When it comes to style, Capricorns like to keep it simple, classy, comfy and easy. Think cashmere sweaters, button-downs, skinny jeans, and boots. If you feel like changing things up, try throwing in a few statement accessories like a scarf or even colour-blocking your outfit from head-to-toe.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Air Sign; defining traits: rebel, free-spirited, eccentric, big thinker, and egalitarian.
Innovative, colourful and fun. Aquarians dress to the beat of their own drum, experimenting with brands across the board. Bold prints and colours are an everyday staple. Next time you venture out for some new clothes, try pattern mixing and if you find the selection is a bit too limiting for your tastes, hit up some garment stores to stitch together an Aquarian original.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Water Sign; defining traits: emotional, empathetic, compassionate, dreamer, and versatile.
Soft, flowing pieces with a bohemian look are what draw Pisces in. We are talking pastel-coloured maxis, velvet blazers, silk shirts – even better if a piece has some drama and flair!
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Fire Sign; defining traits: bold, ambitious, passionate, cheerful, and impulsive.
Aries do not like fuss and they are excellent at marrying different styles together. From a power suit to athleisure and everything in between, Aries has a good eye for multi-purpose outfits and bring a look together seamlessly with statement pieces – chokers, shoes, earrings.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Earth Sign; defining traits: ambitious, focused, resilient, loyal, enjoy comfort and luxury.
Taurus women are not afraid of making statements and often do so by merging a comfortable and fashion-forward look. Nothing flashy or over-the-top, think practicals and classics with a little twist – ruffled sleeves, button-fly jeans or skirts, skinny scarves.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Air Sign; defining traits: playful, curious, pioneers, expressive, and versatile.
For Geminis, there is no signature style. They are fashion chameleons, switching looks as they please according to their moods and taking head-turning risks; and they love every minute of it. The only constant in their fashion choices is confidence.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Water Sign; defining traits: intuitive, sensitive, loyal, caring, and a homebody.
Feminine, classic and clean cut, Cancers like to dress up for the occasion but largely prefer stretching out in yoga pants and, as long as their day allows it, pyjamas. Comfort is their jam.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
Fire Sign; defining traits: spirited, vivacious, theatrical, determined and brave.
Colourful and always up for a style challenge, Leos are trend-chasers and love a vibrant hue. Dramatic patterns and prints spotlight often in their choices.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Earth Sign; defining traits: logical, practical, systematic, perfectionist, and detail-driven.
They are as practical in fashion as in spirit and gravitate toward polished, tailored silhouettes. Grown-up and put-together is a vibe they radiate heavily. Blazers are a hot look, along with A-line skirts, high-waisted pants and everything else that falls under office fashion.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Air Sign; defining traits: aesthete, ambivalent, charming, creative, and seek balance and harmony.
Libras are all about that aesthetic and balance. High and low fashion, bold and muted tones, modest and sexy silhouettes – Libras like to mix it up. Darker colours feature heavier than the rest and you will also find metallics spotlighting – it is the edgiest of signs.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Water Sign; defining traits: passionate, enigmatic, calculating, empathy and ambitious.
When it comes to Scorpios, it is less about dedication to a colour scheme or cut and more about a personalised signature look. The diversity of looks among the Scorpio clan vary but if you know, or are, a Scorpio, chances are that there is one tried-tested-and-love signature look in the closet, whatever it may be.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
Fire Sign; defining traits: intellectual, spiritual, explorer, flexible, and magnetic.
Clean, feminine silhouettes bordering on bohemian. When it comes to clothes, Sagittarians do not care for fuss. That being said, their explorer spirit pushes them to try clothing tied to their travels for the sake of experiences.
It is worth noting that while there are 12 signs, there are not only 12 people in the world. In fact, as of January, there are a reported 7.7 billion people. That being said, chances are that you may find some aspects relating to your sign and its fashion sense true, but for a more accurate reading, astrologists recommend pulling out your personalised astrological birth chart which shows where all the stars were in the sky when you were born.
The chart is cut into 12 slices, each representing a house. Your first house – also your rising sign – features your Persona which will be more personalised to and indicative of your traits. You can find all this information online for free – just a Google away.
