Horoscopes by Holiday

It's a new era for love when Venus pounces into the realm of the cat. At its best, Venus in Leo loves with all of its big, fiery lionheart. It's a season rich in style, theatricality, humor, glamour and affection. It's the placement of the grand romantic gesture. In purring moments of curled up comfort or fierce feats of pursuit or protection, passion rules.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). This Venus transit: Fit is everything. Love mantra: I find and hone the best matches. Reciprocal relationships only. My affection is returned in kind, filling my days with an ever-growing sense of belonging. No chasing, only facing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). This Venus transit: Stop treating crumbs like a banquet. Love mantra: I release bargain-bin affection to make room for love's luxurious and delicious feast. I attract connections that nourish my spirit and strengthen my sense of worth.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). This Venus transit: Declare new relationship rules and goals. Love mantra: My heart's horizon is wide open and filled with a colorful hope. Oddly enough, trying new frameworks can liberate an era of love that's boundless and free.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). This Venus transit: Your own preferences go to the top of the list. Love mantra: To learn what I like is a pleasure that fits into my life's purpose. Others benefit from this pursuit too, which is ultimately unselfish.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). This Venus transit: Settle into the throne. Wielding power responsibly is a gift to your realm. Love mantra: Accepting a leadership position with grace and creativity is my gift to relationships, which thrive in my care.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). This Venus transit: Choose lovers and friends who expand your world. Love mantra: All gets lighter and brighter as I learn new love languages. Possibilities open. Thriving fascinations become the new norm.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). This Venus transit: Flirt shamelessly with life. Love mantra: Delight is my purpose, my aim, my middle name. Love comes to me as I pursue what feels playful, interesting and fun. Aesthetics matter like the right music, lighting, styles and ideas.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). This Venus transit: Make peace with your desire to be cherished. Love mantra: Wanting affection is a strength to be embraced, not a weakness to be confessed. My longing leads to connection, tenderness and the delights of a rich human experience.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). This Venus transit: Tap into your heart's daring. Love mantra: To be courageous in love is always a valuable education, regardless of outcome. Your heart's wings either fly or learn what to try for the next liftoff.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). This Venus transit: Retire from one-sided emotional labor. Love mantra: I stop pulling entire relationships uphill alone. Love meets me halfway. Love reaches back. Love carries weight with willing hands and open eyes.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). This Venus transit: Make sure you're really seen before you enjoy being chosen. Love mantra: Real belonging begins with honesty. I share my tastes, humor, dreams, and strange little passions with confidence. The right person loves the real me.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). This Venus transit: Protect your own beautiful softness. Love mantra: My heart stays warm without becoming reckless. I refuse the armor that blocks future joy. Tenderness remains part of my strength and part of my beauty.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (June 13). It's your Year of the Brushstrokes — you're the artist, not the painting. The product is wonderful, but it's the time spent making it you love the most. You'll share your process for fun and profit. More highlights: Loved ones celebrate you at five milestones. Auspicious collaborations are gold in the bank. You'll renovate, trade and talk your way into gorgeous environs. Aquarius and Virgo adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 33, 29, 2 and 15.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Few famous Geminis embody their sign quite as literally as famous twins Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, who have been sharing a work environment since they were 6 months old. The infant stars of "Full House" became fashion house founders of the luxury label The Row among other labels and have won several awards from the Council of Fashion Designers of America. Gemini is the sign of communication and trends, and the visual communication of fashion is a perfect arena for Gemini strengths.

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