Recovered from the internet archive by astrologer Michael Star (1999) (quick, to the point, good for beginners)

Venus

Venus in Fire Signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)

Lovers with VENUS in FIRE signs act these ways to attract love…

* spontaneous…act on impulse; are full of surprises; not boring
* spirited… act lively, playful, plucky, vital, fiery, feisty, cocky
* passionate…very enthusiastic; very expressive about feelings
* courageous…bold, risk rejection, act spunky, take chances.

VENUS in ARIES acts…

* impetuous…is easily infatuated, then loses interest if bored
* direct and bold…makes intentions known; is never subtle or shy
* challenging…presents a challenge; acts cocky or hard-to-get
* competitive…loves to be chased, to elude, then be caught
* ardent…lives with passion; loves to be swept away with desire
* independent…seems self-reliant; appreciates self-assurance.

VENUS in LEO acts…

* dramatic…seems flamboyant; has flair; makes grand gestures
* romantic…sends flowers; reads poetry; stages surprises
* regal…has an aristocratic air; noble bearing; can be glorious
* generous…gives gifts; freely dispenses favours and treats
* warm…acts affectionate and friendly; makes you feel worthy
* entertaining…shows talent; seeks attention, applause, praise.

VENUS in SAGITTARIUS acts…

* expansive…has appetite for variety, new ideas and experiences
* spiritual…seeks to share your spiritual path or be your guide
* adventurous…seems willing to explore new experiences with you
* care-free…appears to be free of restrictions; gives you space
* philosophical or humorous…plays philosopher or clown; laughs
* companionable…wants to pal around with you, be friends first.

Venus in Earth Signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)

Lovers with VENUS in EARTH signs act like this to ATTRACT love…

* practical…seem down-to-earth, realistic, reliable, pragmatic
* patient…will wait a long time, if that seems the best tactic
* earthy…appear natural, nature-loving, grounded, solid, stable
* sensual…appear sensuous, tactile, very aware of sensations.

VENUS in TAURUS acts…

* the good provider…of both material things and sensual comforts
* easy-going…seems calm, comfortable, easy to be with, soothing
* touchable…looks cuddly, huggable; is physically responsive
* hedonistic…loves sensual pleasures: food/drink/art/music/sex
* Nature-loving…appreciates Nature, plants, animals, wood, rock
* honest…seems truthful, forthright, uncomplicated, dependable.

VENUS in VIRGO acts…

* attentive to details…notes your preferences and caters to you
* pure…seems proper, polite, conservative, clean; even virginal
* adaptable…willing to compromise or change to improve things
* indispensable…becomes so helpful and useful, you depend on them
* clever…seems witty, logical, analytical; is a good listener
* discriminating…shows taste, class, manners; can be critical.

VENUS in CAPRICORN acts…

* reserved…appears aloof, intriguingly inscrutable; a loner
* responsible…wins you by being reliable, solid and supportive
* reputable…impresses you with reputation, position, or wealth
* mature…appears self-disciplined, competent, and “in control”
* material…can offer attractive practical or material benefits
* committed…willing to make commitments; “plays for keeps”.

Venus in Air Signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius)

Lovers with VENUS in AIR signs act these ways ATTRACT love…

* wordy…use chatting, word-play, informing, calls, notes, poems
* interesting…use intellect,ideas and wit to appear fascinating
* interactive…get you involved in banter, discussion, or debate
* intelligent…use reason, logic, analysis; downplays emotions.

VENUS in GEMINI acts like the…

* sweet-talker…has a way with words; can flirt, tease and charm
* wit…is a clever conversationalist; loves banter and innuendo
* writer…writes notes, poems, or long letters; even sends faxes
* raconteur…has endless stories about people/events/experiences
* reader…loves to share or give books, to discuss books or ideas
* phone-mate…loves long romantic calls or Internet romances; may enjoy “phone sex”.

VENUS in LIBRA acts…

* pleasing…acts gracious, charming, cute, considerate, tasteful
* partner-oriented…loves being with you; likes being “a couple”
* intimate…prefers to be alone with you, and concentrate on you
* attentive…loves to hear you talk of events/feelings/ideas
* romantic…seems sweet, sensitive, tender, tantalizing, teasing
* understanding…makes you feel only s/he really understands you.

VENUS in AQUARIUS acts…

* original…seems delightfully different; surprising; inventive
* unconventional…unorthodox; sets own style; open-minded; rebel
* individualistic…sets own rules; encourages you to be yourself
* visionary…sees future trends; could change the world with you
* free-spirited…needs “space” and open lifestyle; allows you yours
* coolly detached…appears aloof, intellectual, or unemotional.

Venus in Water Signs  (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)

Lovers with VENUS in WATER signs act like this to ATTRACT love…

* emotional…seem to feel things deeply; to over-use imagination
* sensitive…seem sweet and vulnerable, makes you feel protective
* responsive…seem to react to your emotions and sense your moods
* fluid…seep into your heart through weak spots in your armour.

VENUS in CANCER acts…

* nurturing…cares for you and caters to your emotional needs
* mothering…babies you; pampers you, fusses over you; feeds you
* protective…makes you feel safe from harm or emotional hurts
* secure…offers a safe haven, a secure future, a home base
* caring…wants to know and understand your feelings or fears
* rooted…values family, the past; will help you find your roots.

VENUS in SCORPIO acts…

* smouldering…seems to have passions ready to flame or to erupt
* sexual…seems “sexy”; exudes an enticing “animal magnetism”
* intense…seems intently focused on you; primal; sultry; dark
* probing…seems to stare into your soul, to sense your secrets
* mesmerizing…draws you in, so deeply you could lose yourself
* powerful…seems strong: a sorceror, saviour –or slavemaster.

VENUS in PISCES acts…

* mysterious…seems intriguing, elusive, open to a secret affair
* sweet and demure…seems sensitive and vulnerable, or coy, or shy
* soulful…could share deep feelings, or a higher consciousness
* self-sacrificing…serves your needs first; loses self-identity
* surreal…offers you fantasy or illusion, an escape from reality
* spiritual…may seem like a spiritual guide; or see you as one.

Mars

Mars in Fire Signs  (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)

Suitors with Mars in FIRE signs act these ways to ATTAIN love…

* active pursuer…prefer to be chooser and chaser; not be passive
* impulsive…fall in love too fast, too foolishly, too often
* passionate…very enthusiastic; very expressive about feelings
* forceful…can be assertive or aggressive in their pursuit.

Mars in ARIES acts…

* impetuous…is easily infatuated, then suddenly in hot pursuit
* direct and bold…makes intentions known; is never subtle or coy
* challenged…loves a new challenge; and the hard-to-get types
* competitive…loves the thrill of the chase, to win the prize
* ardent…pursues with a passion; is determined to catch you
* aggressive…may act macho or tough; might fight for you.

Mars in LEO acts…

* dramatic…courts you with a flamboyant flair; may “show off”
* romantic…sends flowers, reads poetry, stages sweet surprises
* regal…courts like a King or Queen, with an aristocratic air
* giving…gives gifts and treats; maybe more than s/he can afford
* warm…acts affectionate and friendly; makes you feel worthy
* proud…acts proud to be with you; may try to “show you off”.

Mars in SAGITTARIUS acts...

* to-the-point…doesn’t want to waste time on games or rituals
* blunt…shares opinions, whether you want to hear them or not
* adventurous…seeks to explore many new experiences with you
* freedom-loving…wants to avoid restrictions; gives you space
* philosophical or humourous…plays philosopher or clown; laughs
* companionable…wants to pal around with you; be friends first.

Mars in Earth Signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)

Suitors with Mars in EARTH signs act these ways to ATTAIN love…

* practical…take useful steps to pursue you; are very pragmatic
* planning…make concrete plans; know your likes/dislikes/habits
* patient…will wait a long time, if that seems the best tactic
* persistent…chug along in their courtship till the ship sinks.

Mars in TAURUS acts…

* a good provider…of both material things and sensual comforts
* determined…wants you a lot and for a long time; will patiently persist
* very physical…will hug and caress; concerned for your comforts
* hedonistic…loves all sensual pleasures; likely over-indulges
* Nature-loving…seeks to get near Nature, to relax and revitalize
* possessive…may want to own you, or to remove you from rivals.

Mars in VIRGO acts…

* attentive to details…notes your preferences and caters to you
* perfectionist…wants to make everything perfect, including you
* adaptable…willing to compromise or adapt to make things work
* indispensable…becomes so helpful or useful, you depend on them
* analytical…always analyzing the relationship to improve it
* critical…sees flaws in you or the relationship, and tells you!

Mars in CAPRICORN acts…

* cool & careful…won’t reveal romantic interest until you do!
* aloof…can’t seem to show warmth or emotion openly or overtly
* shrewd and savvy…coolly sizes up chances and makes careful plans
* responsible…wins you by being reliable and solid and supportive
* organized…schedules the courtship, and orchestrates the moves
* material…convinces you of the practical or material benefits.

Mars in Air Signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius)

Suitors with Mars in AIR signs act these ways to ATTAIN love…

* woo with words…calls, poems, letters, declarations, want ads
* persuasive…pursue by persuading you with eloquence and reason
* interactive…get you involved in banter, discussion, and debate
* rational…act logical and unemotional, but often rationalize.

Mars in GEMINI acts like the…

* sweet-talker…has a way with words; can twist words to win you
* wit…is a clever conversationalist; loves banter and innuendo
* writer…writes notes, poems or long letters; even sends faxes
* reader…loves to share books or articles, then discuss them
* talker…loves long intimate conversations and true confessions
* phone-mate…loves long romantic calls; may enjoy Internet romances or “phone sex”.

Mars in LIBRA acts…

* pleasing…acts gracious, charming, considerate, accommodating
* the partner…wants to do everything as your partner, not alone
* the listener…loves to hear you talk of events/feelings/ideas
* romantic…woos in tender, sweet, sensitive ways; sends flowers
* intimate…prefers to be alone with you, and concentrate on you
* understanding…makes you feel only s/he really understands you.

Mars in AQUARIUS acts…

* original…unique, delightfully different, inventive; shocking
* unconventional…does things in unorthodox ways; experiments
* the individual…sets own style; encourages you to “be yourself”
* nonconforming…rebels against the system, standards, or rules
* free-spirited…seeks an unrestricted, free, open lifestyle
* coolly detached…appears aloof, intellectual, or unemotional.

Mars in Water Signs (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)

Suitors with Mars in WATER signs act these ways to ATTAIN love…

* emotional…seem to feel things deeply; react too emotionally
* sensitive…seem sweet & vulnerable; make you feel protective
* unfathomable…seems impossible to really read their intentions
* fluid…seep into your heart through weak spots in your armour.

Mars in CANCER acts…

* nurturing…cares for you and caters to your emotional needs
* mothering…babies you; pampers you; fusses over you; feeds you
* protective…makes you feel safe from harm or emotional hurts
* secure…offers a safe haven, a secure future with a nest-egg
* caring…wants to know and understand your feelings or fears
* sentimental…makes a fuss over special occasions and keepsakes.

Mars in SCORPIO acts…

* smouldering…seems to have passions ready to flare any time
* sexual…seems strongly sexual; may have “an animal magnetism”
* intense…seems single-mindedly focused on you, or what they do
* probing…seems to stare into your soul, to sense your secrets
* mesmerizing…draws you in — so deeply you could lose yourself
* powerful…seems strong: a survivor, saviour –or slavemaster.

Mars in PISCES acts…

* secretly…may secretly want you; or seduce in a secret affair
* sweet and demure…seems sensitive and vulnerable, or coy, or shy
* soulful…seeks to share deep feelings, and to touch your soul
* self-sacrificing…serves your needs first; loses self-identity
* surreal…lives in another world; seeks to escape from reality
* spiritual…may see you as a spiritual guide; or act as yours.

See also: What Attracts Men? What’s His “Type” of Woman? His Moon Sign and Venus Sign are the Answer