Aries
Venus in Aries shows an impulsive, headlong approach to love. People with Venus in this fiery sign can become impatient waiting for love to find them, so they go out hunting for it, and often get themselves into hot water as a result. Venus in Aries needs to learn the lesson of balance from Aries' opposite sign of Libra. By sharing, and putting another's needs before their own, they can find harmony in relationships.

Taurus
Venus in Taurus is sensual and luxury loving. People with Venus in this sign love to acquire fine things, particularly if they represent good value. Their homes are furnished as luxuriously as possible, and comfort is a major consideration. Venus is in the sign of its rulership in Taurus, which rules the throat, so there will be a love of music and a melodious voice. But people with Venus in this sign may have to watch the tendency to overindulge in sweet foods.

Gemini
Venus in Gemini finds the world so full of attractive possibilities, that it is almost impossible to choose. The person with Venus in Gemini is a charming butterfly, whose life is likely to be filled with a variety of projects, objects and people. They love books, conversation, travel and the telephone.

Cancer
Venus in Cancer is kind and loving, but can become very clingy and smothering in relationships. People with Venus in this sign need a beautiful home where they can show off their good taste in decorating. In relationships, they can be moody and changeable, which is unsettling for all but the most understanding partners. They are avid collectors, usually cannot resist acquiring a piece of Victoriana, and love to keep journals and photo albums.

Leo
Venus in Leo is romantic, passionate and loyal. Once people with Venus in this sign give their hearts they rarely take it back. They can be proud and egotistical, enjoying the full attention of a loved one, and markedly jealous if that attention is directed elsewhere. People with Venus in Leo can be very entertaining, often taking centre stage to show off their talents. They are generous to a fault and love to buy expensive gifts.

Virgo
Venus in Virgo is discriminating in love, often to a point where no one comes up to their exacting standards. People with Venus in Virgo can be so hypercritical of others that they may find it hard to keep a relationship. Once committed, however, the earthy influence kicks in and they make loyal and affectionate partners. They enjoy collecting beautiful machinery, like clocks and working models. They are very fussy about personal appearance.

Libra
Venus in Libra is charming, sociable and looking for a partner. Venus here is in the sign of rulership, so the desire to be happily mated is very strong. Appearances are very important to the person with Venus in Libra, who desire a harmonious life above all things. The home will usually be filled with beautiful things, and they are thoughtful gift-givers.

Scorpio
Venus in Scorpio has intense sexual desires, and magnetism to spare. People with Venus in this sign need to maintain the excitement and mystery of love. The intensity of Scorpio can be difficult for more superficial signs. There is a love of sensual fabrics, and objects, which heighten sexual desire. Jealousy is a factor, and they may never forgive an erring lover. It is hard to win the trust of Venus in Scorpio, but once committed, they make passionate, loyal partners.

Sagittarius
Venus in Sagittarius likes to travel and explore before choosing to settle down, if that ever happens. People with Venus in this sign love the outdoor, sporty life and need a partner who can keep up. The home is likely to be decorated with souvenirs of their travels, and they enjoy collecting books, although they may never finish reading them.

Capricorn
Venus in Capricorn does not rush in love. People with Venus in this sign are cautious, and may choose to put romance on hold until they have fulfilled their career ambitions. The home will be furnished in good taste, with quality rather than quantity the guiding rule. Venus in Capricorn is equally discriminating in the choice of a partner, preferring long lasting traits such as loyalty and devotion to good looks.

Aquarius
Venus in Aquarius is looking for a long term commitment. When people with Venus in this sign find commitment, it is usually by accident or has something odd or unexpected about it. These people are usually more attracted to groups, and situations where their liberty is not affected. The home will be a place where people from all walks of life can gather, and furnishing details may go no further than a sofa and some posters. Lovers may come and go, but Venus in Aquarius will value a true friendship forever.

Pisces
Venus in Pisces is impossibly romantic and prepared to sacrifice everything for love. People with Venus in this sign are so kind and gentle that they must be careful not to become the doormat in relationships. They are attracted to people with problems, so they can be of comfort to them. The home will be a haven of romance and imagination, and they have a love of "new age" decor. They will agonise for days choosing just the right gift. When they marry, it will be in as romantic a setting as possible.