by Trisha Hurlburt
Don't deny it -- you know you check your horoscope. More importantly, you check
the horoscope of your honey (or your potential honey) to see what kind of day
you're BOTH going to have. Look, I do it, too, and I've found that nine times
out of ten, when it comes to profiles on the people I'm interested in, their
horoscopes are pretty dead on.
If you've ever noodled around in our
Sensual Astrology
section, you've seen how your mate matches up with you,
element to element.
You've also seen your Zodiac profiles. However, for Valentine's Day I have put
together (just for you) this handy guide to your best romantic match.
Below you'll find my pick for your best astrological matches, as well as a
warning about the sign to avoid in romance. Use our list as a guide only --
while we'd like to believe the stars are 100% accurate, we all know they aren't.
However, if you're curious why a date went well or was from hell, this
astrological guide just might have the answer!
Capricorn
Coupling with a Bull would be a dream come true for most Goats. Not only do
Taurus and Capricorn mesh nicely on a day-to-day basis -- both generally like
to stay home and enjoy each other's company instead of being out and about
socializing -- but sexually, they definitely win! The Bull is very patient and
Capricorn is always trying to work toward a goal ... of pure satisfaction for
both of you. Both signs also enjoy the slow buildup of arousal before actually
getting to the main event. A great match!
As for the unfortunate match, that honor goes to Sagittarius. While it's true
sometimes that opposites attract, in this case that attraction won't last long.
Capricorn is very concerned about security, whereas the Archer wants the freedom
to roam and rove. Capricorn is cautious and Sag is generally a gambler -- in
matters sensual and quotidian. Avoid this sign combination, if possible.
Aquarius
Libra and Aquarius are the closest thing possible to a perfect match. They
generally share each other's interests in the outside world (both enjoying
the arts, luxurious things and material spending) and they are both
extremely sexual creatures. The Water Bearer enjoys erotic games and will be
bowled over when Libra introduces them into their play, as Librans are prone
to doing almost immediately. They're also both warm, sensitive signs so their
lovemaking is incredibly deep and centered. True soul mates.
The Crab, on the other hand, is about the worst mate for Aquarius you could hope
for. As the Water Bearer is much more casual when it comes to partners, emotional
Cancer will feel rebuffed and unwanted in this pairing. At the same time, Aquarius
will think Cancer clingy and begin to feel trapped in the relationship. Just
bad, bad, bad.
Pisces
Watch out for Pisces and Scorpio! They are incredibly well matched as lovers in
that they ignite together quickly and find total gratification in one another.
The strength of the Scorpion is precisely the kind of support this Fish needs
in daily life, and Pisces is not freaked out by Scorpio's jealous nature; he or
she just sees it for the love it is.
Also watch out for Pisces and Sagittarius. Yikes. While these two may hit some
erotic notes, the Fish's penchant for long, slow lovemaking will drive a Sag to
look for more instant gratification. Also, sentimental Pisces will find
themselves eventually being mocked for their romantic views. Never a good
thing in a relationship.
Aries
A Ram and a Water Bearer? Oh yes! Energy and innovation are the key words to
describe their erotic play. Generally, Aries will dominate the more passive
Aquarius, but it needs to be done tactfully. If Aquarius feels he or she is
being treated unfairly, the situation can get highly emotional. Knowing this
ahead of time will benefit this relationship down the road.
As for Cancer and Aries, their initial couplings will be exciting and explosive,
but once the passion runs dry, tempers will flare. As they argue little things
outside the bedroom, the more incompatible they will become
inside, which will make them argue more outside the bedroom -- I think
you see where I'm going with this.
Taurus
If a Bull is looking for sexual and emotional compatibility, they need look no
further than Libra. A Libran will bring the warmth needed into sensual
encounters and Taurus will lead both into ecstasy. Libra will also balance the
Bull's scales by going the extra mile to excite and titillate, not to mention
providing enough concentration to solve any potential physical problems the
two may have.
Gemini, on the other hand, is far too unpredictable for steadfast Taurus.
Not that these two won't share a mutual attraction, but flirting is really
as far as it should ever go. The Bull will soon tire of the Twins' changeable
personality and they, in turn, will become irritated by Taurus' slow and steady
approach -- to everything.
Gemini
Speaking of the Twins, the Lion is actually content enough to let them go their
own way. Leo will be tamed by Gemini's versatility during their sexual
escapades while Gemini will bask in the admiration the Lion gives them. These
two are peas in a pod with a fun and exciting future together!
If you're looking for potential disaster, pair up two sets of Twins! As Gemini
is flirtatious and easily bored, when you get another one involved in the mix,
turbulence and unhappiness abounds. At first, everything will seem great and
there will be so much in common -- too much -- but that will soon spiral down
into chaos and resentment. Avoid this pairing at all costs.
Cancer
The passions shared between Cancer and Taurus are what will bring them together
-- and keep them that way. The steady Bull will be able to handle and smooth
over any problems the Crab's moods may bring. Cancer, in turn, will bring
sensitivity and imagination to the partnership. If both are attentive and
appreciate each other's needs, this is a long-term love affair!
While there may be extremely strong sexual attraction between Cancer and
Capricorn, outside the boudoir there will only be problems. The Goat is just
not affectionate enough for sensitive Cancer and will have too many other
interests to be able to focus on the poor Crab. This will quickly lead to
instability in the relationship and, well, doom.
Leo
Sagittarius will curl a Lion's mane every time with their shared love of
adventure. Both are also passionate and outgoing, which leads to frequent and
dazzling sex! Leo evokes loyalty from the usually, fickle Archer, and
Sagittarius will stimulate the Lion with an appetite for the new and different.
A fun, happy and exciting relationship.
Put the Lion and Virgin together, however, and you have a whole lot of nothing.
Extravagant Leo often shocks and dismays conservative Virgo -- in and out of
the bedroom. Virgo also will not take any of Leo's attempts to dominate, which
will send the Lion running away roaring. Avoid this pairing like the plague.
Virgo
The Virgin will make a Crab come out of its shell by providing the emotional
security Cancer needs. Cancer's imagination will be extremely stimulating to
usually reserved Virgo, making love play surprisingly exciting for both. Since
both are nurturing signs, they'll support and protect each other making them a
great pairing for a liaison and much more!
Unfortunately, Pisces will send Virgo scurrying back into his or her careful,
disciplined world, possibly to never come out again! Pisces' grandiose behavior
in all things will frighten the Virgin and make life extremely uncomfortable
for both signs. Virgo needs to feel secure and Pisces needs to simply
feel, which makes for unlikely and unhappy bedfellows.
Libra
Both Libra and Aquarius love to socialize, so this is where they will likely
meet and then continue on -- together. Making love will be a transcending,
beautiful experience for both, one that is downright sexy. These two are to
each other as moths to a flame -- without the fiery death. An adventurous
and happy couple!
While Scorpio and Libra make a passionate pairing, passion will soon turn to
stormy weather with these two. The Scorpion is too jealous and Libra's attitude
toward sensual play is much too casual for highly sexual Scorpio. Libra will
not let Scorpio dominate, which will ultimately blow these two apart -- and I
do mean explosively!
Scorpio
While Scorpio tends to get along sexually with, well, almost everyone, their
match outside the bedroom is definitely Pisces. The Fish will actually revel
in Scorpio's possessiveness and the Scorpion will love Pisces' imagination in
all matters of amour. Both have a deep fascination with each other, which can
continue for a lifetime.
The Ram and the Scorpion are also very intrigued with each other, as Aries is
innovative and Scorpio enthusiastic, but this match will become volatile --
especially in Aries' happy-go-lucky approach to flirtation, which will drive
the Scorpion mad with jealousy. Fireworks, but not in a good way.
Sagittarius
The Lion is an incredible match for the Archer. Leo and Sagittarius share a
passion for adventure, yet actually respect each other's freedom. Both enjoy
each other's company tremendously when they are together; when there is a
conflict, it's not the end of the world. Both handle most difficulties
lightheartedly, so there's rarely a serious argument. They also will simply
share passion -- a Leo will bring out the raving sex loony in a Sag
with their willingness to experiment and full-on sensuality!
Now Virgo and Sagittarius -- ugh. While they'll strike some sexual sparks, more
often than not, they'll simply want to strike each other. Virgo is much too
disciplined to get along with impulsive, happy-go-lucky Sagittarius. And quiet,
contemplative Virgo will bore most Sags. Avoid if you possibly can.
