Modern love is a funny thing; the sort of experience that reduces most of us—especially those who look to their zodiac signs while falling in love—to a mess of bubbling, blundering emotions. When it comes to romance, the world has always turned to the stars for guidance—or hope, for that matter—and today’s lovers are equally likely to check their horoscopes or consult their natal charts for insight into what the future holds in store for them. Astrologer and tarot reader Anisha Banerji, who goes by the moniker TarotbyAnisha on Youtube, offers some cursory clues into how each zodiac sign responds to the experience of love. She asks that readers look not only at their Sun sign but also at their Moon and Venus placements for better insight. So, how do the zodiac signs fall in love?
Aquarius
Aquarians are all about eccentricity. They are extremely innovative and creative, especially in romantic relationships. For them, a great friendship is equivalent to being in love and they won’t want their partner to abandon their individuality or morals. They’re also softies at heart, and though they may shy away from traditional markers of romance, they love small acts of tenderness and affection.
Aries
The babies of the zodiac, Ariens are not the kind to stay silent about their love life. For them, love is an adventure. While their partners might be flattered by all the attention, they may also find that it takes time to cultivate a deep bond that is genuine. It normally takes them a couple of relationships to get that right.
Gemini
Geminis enjoy the sound of their own voice, and they love an enraptured audience. Sometimes, their tendency to flirt with people outside the relationship might make their partners uncomfortable, but one should avoid taking their antics too seriously. They say how they feel through their words. Give them that space, and let them get it out of their system.
Cancer
Cancerians are all about home, but they’re also the biggest flirts of the zodiac. They are sensitive to what really moves you, so they know exactly how to woo you. Still, they love their space and aren’t likely to want to go off on spontaneous adventures. In their case, familiarity does not breed contempt, it fosters love.
Leo
If Aries is the baby of the zodiac, then Leo is the excitable teen. They are known to make the best partners—generosity and kindness come naturally to them, and they will spoil you rotten. Having said that, they also want their partner to initiate adventures together; they don’t like to always be the one holding the mantle.
Libra
Librans are also ruled by Venus, and like Taureans, love romance, creativity and the dance of being wooed. Librans appreciate gifts and things being curated for them. They are also very sharp and are quick to pick up on signs of unfairness or inequality. They’re especially drawn to a person’s intellect; looks might be secondary.
Scorpio
Scorpio has a reputation for being dark, secretive and magnetic. When Scorpios fall in love with you, they will tell you outright, but they first need to go through the entire song and dance. Till the time they don’t really know you and all of your deep, dark secrets, they will feel like you don’t trust them.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius is the traveller of the zodiac, and all they seek is a partner who is ready to share in their adventures. If you are willing to let them explore and experience life, they will be happy. They are also philosophers in their own right and have a great thirst for experimentation. Their partners would do well to remember that Sagittarians avoid pettiness at all costs.
Capricorn
Ruled by Saturn, Capricorns tend to be duty-bound. They like to follow the traditional route to love. It’s not about seeking guarantees, it’s about knowing with certainty that this is what they want. They are drawn to kindness and they love being gifted objects that hold personal significance or a slice of history.
Pisces
Pisceans are compassionate and sensitive, making them wonderful, affectionate and nurturing companions. A lot of them are really in love with the idea of love itself. Pisceans thrive with partners who have their feet on the ground, and can constantly remind them to get their head out of the clouds.
Taurus
Taurus is ruled by Venus and is all about love, beauty, sex and romance. When Taureans are in love, they like to show it by spoiling their person; they want earthy comfort. However, seeing that they are known for their stubborn temperament, Taureans are not quick to back off and might stick around in unfulfilling relationships longer than they should.
Virgo
Virgo is the most analytical sign of the zodiac, so their romance is quite interesting. They may not appreciate you getting them flowers, but if you offer an act of service, they will love you for it. However, Virgos can also be nitpickers and are often disappointed when their partners don’t live up to their high expectations.