Venus in Gemini
When sensual Venus meets intellectual and dynamic, mutable air sign Gemini, love and friendship become a traveler’s journey by which to dabble among the details, big and small. If there was ever an astrological placement that believed “variety is the spice of life” when it comes to building and maintaining relationships, it would be this one. To be clear, this doesn’t necessarily spell out multiple lovers or mercurial relationships, although Venus in Gemini certainly won’t have issues finding a pal or a mate - or multiple mates - if that is what they so choose.
Gemini Venus natives possess unparalleled powers of observation. What deeply inspires the Venus in Gemini native is a commitment to varied perspectives and a willingness to remain open-minded, even when their own opinions may contradict with what or who is in front of them. In fact, Venus in Gemini natives have an uncanny ability to find positive qualities in almost anyone they encounter (and even those they don’t). Now, does that mean their standards aren’t specific or that they are easily emotionally swayed? Not exactly, and herein lies the contradiction of these mercurial Venusians: just as soon as you think you’ve figured them out, they surprise you again, sometimes delightfully so, and sometimes with such a maddeningly fast speed it makes your head spin. Admittedly, this keeps things interesting for them.
Let’s revisit the “variety is the spice of life” concept. For Gemini Venus, keeping things interesting in relationships is of the utmost importance, and trying new things to discuss later (or in the moment) is a huge turn-on and motivating force. Whether sexually or otherwise, the promise of discovery makes for a good time.
When it comes to platonic friendships and romantic relationships alike, the concept of true friendship reigns supreme. For Gemini Venus, oftentimes the romantic IS the platonic, and vice versa. It’s not uncommon for Gemini Venus natives to have several non-sexual, strictly platonic friendships that didn’t start off that way, or for friends-with-benefits to suddenly become just friends after realizing it’s better for everyone that way. Or, for the lines to be blurred in both directions. Egoistic pride and emotional ownership are lesser factors here, depending on other placements in the birth chart.
Similar to Venus in Aquarius, Gemini Venus finds that a baseline of friendship is the most important foundation by which all relationships should stem from. This is not to say that Venus in Gemini can’t be romantic in the traditional sense, but real friendship and all the joys that come with it are just as important to and for the Venus in Gemini lover as romantic getaways, candlelit dinners, and expressions of physical and verbal affection. Speaking of verbal affection, the Venus in Gemini lover is probably the most attuned to communicating their thoughts about the relationship than any other Venus sign.
Venus in Gemini natives want to know what their friends and lovers are thinking, want to share their own opinions in real time, and feel utterly incomplete or neglected when their partner refuses or is unable to express how they’re feeling. Assuming there are no harsh aspects to the Venus sign, Venus in Gemini natives have a special inclination for expressing their love verbally and expect the same level of competence in return. Timidity, shyness, and stoicness need not apply.
Ultimately, what captures the spirit of the Venus in Gemini native is a creative curiosity unencumbered by stuffiness. Adhering to the status quo in relationships won’t get you very far here. There is a real rebel spirit found within those with this placement, and a distinct displeasure with being tied down emotionally. If you are involved with someone who has their Venus in Gemini, let these natives be free in their expression of how they love you, avoid emotional judgement, and communicate openly and without reserve. In return, they will lend you their wings to fly alongside them.
