There’s a certain magic to those outfits that just feel right. It’s as if they were made for you, not just in fit, but in energy. The colours, the textures, the way they hug your frame or float effortlessly around you. It’s an unspoken resonance. And as it turns out, that feeling might not be random at all — it might be cosmic.
My wardrobe is full of colourful flowing dresses, mismatched prints and texture galore. I sometimes think: Why am I like this? Why all the boldness, the whimsy, the drama, when some people find it so easy to lean into refined neutrals and minimalist chic?
Astrology has long been used to illuminate personality, relationships, and life purpose, but it may also hold clues to how we adorn ourselves. Just as the planets can guide your career path or dating decisions, they can also shine a light on the unique way you express yourself through style and beauty.
And it’s not just about your sun sign. Your entire birth chart can act as a mirror of your personal aesthetic.
Clothing becomes more than utility or even taste. It becomes a language, a way to speak without words. The colours you’re drawn to, the silhouettes you return to again and again, even the way you accessorise might all be influenced by deeper cosmic currents.
When you start to view your style through the lens of your chart, it feels less like guesswork and more like a conversation between the inner and outer self. Your wardrobe becomes a curated expression of who you’ve always been.
“A birth chart contains an abundance of information about a person,” says astrologer Hannah Crerar. “Including their appearance, aesthetic, and the way they present and express themselves.
“Every planet, every house placement, and every aspect influences the story, so it helps to look at a chart as a whole. When you do, patterns begin to emerge”
Fiery Aries might gravitate toward athletic silhouettes and sharp tailoring. Taurus, ruled by sensual Venus, is drawn to luxury fabrics and earthy tones. Cancers crave comfort in soft, feminine pieces, while Leos — never ones to shy away from attention — are naturally glamorous. Think bold colours and drama.
But perhaps the most telling placement when it comes to style, is Venus, the planet of beauty, charm and attraction.
Venus doesn’t just rule what you find beautiful, it influences how you bring beauty into the world. From your makeup drawer to your shoe rack, Venus can hold the secrets to why certain looks just click.
“Venus represents what someone finds attractive in themselves and in the world around them,” adds Hannah. She explains that when someone embraces their unique Venus expression, they will draw people in with ease.
When you understand and honour your Venus sign, getting dressed can feel like slipping into your most magnetic self. It’s not about following fashion rules, it’s about revealing your essence.
It can also be healing. Embracing your Venus sign can be an antidote to self-doubt, a reminder that beauty comes in many forms.
“The key is to let your style choices reflect your authentic self, rather than following trends.”
The place the planet Venus was in the sky at the moment you were born is called your Venus placement. Hannah says “those with strong Venus placements tend to possess an inherent love for self-expression through the material realm.”
They often have an intuitive connection to aesthetics. These are the people who “just know” what works, even before it’s trendy. Their style isn’t studied or copied; it’s felt.
For them, dressing is a form of embodiment. A way of showing up in the world aligned with their truth.
“For these individuals, fashion and aesthetics isn’t merely adornment, it is a manifestation of their spirit and energy,” she adds.
Another major player? Your rising sign, also known as the ascendant.
“The rising sign is typically referred to as the costume someone wears out in the world.”
“It’s the way someone appears physically, dresses, and moves through life.”
Your rising sign often influences first impressions — the vibe people pick up on before you say a word.
Understanding this can create more harmony between how you feel and how you present. Instead of dressing to fit in, you dress to feel whole.
Add to that your Moon (emotional world), Mercury (communication style), and Mars (drive and desire), and you’ve got a full cosmic wardrobe of influences.
Astrology doesn’t just explain our everyday preferences, it also accounts for the shifts. You know those moments when you suddenly want to cut off all your hair, or you feel an almost primal need to revamp your entire closet? Hannah says the planets may be behind that too.
“Astrology can definitely offer insights into the cyclical nature of our style evolution, both personally and collectively,” says Hannah. “Major planetary transits will often trigger shifts in our self-expression. For example, a Jupiter Return might inspire bolder choices, while a Saturn Return could prompt a more refined, mature approach.”
And then there’s Uranus, the planet of upheaval and individuality. Uranus doesn’t do subtle — Its influence shows up in electric urges — like the need to bleach your eyebrows or wear sequins in the daylight.
As the planets move through the sky, and depending on where they are when they interact with parts of your birth chart, they can influence how you feel or behave. When Uranus meets Venus or your rising sign, you might feel compelled to reinvent your aesthetic overnight.
“Uranus conjoining or opposing personal planets — especially Venus — could ignite a sudden urge for a new haircut or a wardrobe cull,” she says, referring to moments when Uranus is either right next to (conjoining) or directly across from (opposing) another planet in your birth chart, creating tension or excitement that pushes you to make bold changes.
The real beauty of astrology is that it encourages you to embrace your uniqueness. It invites you to move with the rhythms of your chart and the seasons of your life.
When you dress in alignment with your cosmic blueprint, your style becomes more than clothing. It becomes a ritual, an unspoken language.
As a triple water sign — Pisces sun and moon, with Scorpio rising — my style choices now make so much sense. The romantic silhouettes, the emotion-driven outfits, the moody textures and dramatic touches. It turns out, I’ve been dressing like my chart all along. Ultimately though, the most magnetic look is the one that feels true to you.
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Astrology Glossary
Sun sign
The zodiac sign most people know, based on where the sun was when you were born.
House
Refers to different areas of life — like home, career, or relationships
Aspect
The angles planets make to one another, showing how their energies interact.
Rising sign
This is the zodiac sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at the exact time of your birth. It sets the tone for how others see you and how you approach the world.
Return
A “return” happens when a planet returns to the same place it was when you were born — often a major turning point. Jupiter Returns happen every 12 years and bring growth; Saturn Returns happen around age 29 and bring maturity and responsibility.
Conjoining (Conjunction)
When two planets are very close together (within about 10 degrees).
- Their energies blend and amplify each other.
- Example: Venus (love) conjoining Mars (action) can make love and passion strongly connect.
Opposing (Opposition)
When two planets are directly across from each other (about 180 degrees apart).
- Their energies pull in opposite directions, creating tension that needs balance.
- Example: The Moon (emotions) opposing Saturn (discipline) can create a struggle between feelings and responsibility.
Planetary “Meeting”
When astrologers say one planet “meets” another, it usually means a conjunction.
- Their energies join and affect each other strongly.
- How this feels depends on which planets are involved.
Strong Venus Placement
Venus is strong when it’s in a part of the chart where it works well.
- This often gives someone natural charm, a love of beauty, and harmonious relationships.
- They may also have good style or creative talent.
