Venus in Sagittarius

Fun, play, flirtatiousness, and frivolity are on the menu when Venus meets Sagittarius. As the Zodiac’s resident fantasy philosopher, Sagittarius knows a thing or two about prioritizing life’s simple pleasures, choosing to focus on the lighter, more fun-filled aspects of relationships. Now, this is not to say that Venus in Sagittarius can’t or won’t take things seriously in their interpersonal life; when committed, this placement has the ability to remain steadfast. But, finding that special person who can both accept Venus in Sag’s need for independence and stay close enough to provide loyal, loving comfort can prove to be a challenge indeed.

Societal expectations surrounding marriage and monogamy are of particular interest when thinking about Venus in Sag’s tendencies toward unconventional relationships and a desire to buck traditional notions of love and intimacy. You’re likely to see these folks participating in non-traditional commitment ceremonies (as opposed to a traditional wedding), getting permanent finger tattoos instead of actual rings, eloping to a remote island in the South Pacific, or saying “I do” with Elvis’s help in a 24-hour Vegas wedding chapel, tequila shots included.   

Venus in Sagittarius benefits from building a wide social circle (plus this probably comes naturally anyway); this placement most probably invented the concept of Friends with Benefits and prides itself on maintaining an element of friendship while in the confines of sexual or romantic relationships. Friendship and platonic camaraderie are extremely important to this Venus sign; it’s unlikely that natives with this placement will be interested in pursuing a romantic relationship with someone they can’t connect with on an intellectual or philosophical level. By the same token, Venus in Sagittarius greatly admires intelligence and mental stamina among their friends and lovers, choosing to spend time with people who can hold their own in free-spirited debates and verbal sparring. In fact, this can be quite the turn on for Venus in Sag folks. 

Back to the freedom concept. Venus in Sagittarius is perhaps the most freedom-loving Venus placement of all 12 signs, even rivaling Venus in Aquarius in their need to have the space to explore novel experiences and gain unique perspectives. Truly, there is a compulsion here thanks to Sagittarius’ ruling planet, Jupiter, to explore - mental, physical, emotional and spiritual exploration is a key method of self-regeneration for Venus in Sag, and paradoxically can help keep their relationships grounded and secure. Sagittarius energy thrives on novelty, and an overemphasis on routine or traditionality can often feel deeply inhibiting or even depressing for those with this placement. 

As Sagittarius is a mutable Fire sign, Venus in Sagittarius can benefit from relationships in which new experiences serve as the foundation for love and intimacy. Sentimentality or an overreliance on traditional ideals of romance are not the route to take when dealing with someone with this placement. Friendship here is key. If you have this placement, understand and seriously consider your need for novelty and independence in your relationships and be willing to openly communicate this to your partner. If you are seeking the affections of someone with this placement, give yourself permission to show your playful side openly, and let the relationship unfold without putting too much pressure on what the happily-ever-after looks like, especially if it looks different than what’s expected.