The Literary Quote That Captures How You Fall In Love, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

What does love mean to you? Do you fall in love at first sight, or are your affections more of a slow burn? Is love something to lock down forever, or is it ephemeral and to be enjoyed for as long as it lasts? Each zodiac answers these questions differently because they experience love so uniquely. Here is the love quote that matches your star sign, and how astrology explains your view of romance.

Aries:

“To love is to burn, to be on fire.” – Jane Austen

As the first fire sign of the zodiac, Aries embodies their natural element perfectly. Their love is like a wildfire: blazing, uncontrollable, and all-consuming. Aries people would never accept a love that takes time to grow – they need to feel that special spark right away. Although their love may occasionally flicker, it never burns out completely, glowing until the end of time. The runner-up quote for this scorching sign: “There is never a time or place for true love. It happens accidentally, in a heartbeat, in a single flashing, throbbing moment.” – Sarah Dessen

Taurus:

“If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you.” – A. A. Milne

Taurus people are strong and resilient, and perfectly capable of being on their own – but they prefer having a long-term romantic partner. They seek stability and comfort in a relationship, so they yearn to find their forever person to build a life with. It takes a lot for them to fall out of love – once they commit to someone, they are in it forever.

Gemini:

“Love is the longing for the half of ourselves we have lost.” – Milan Kundera, The Unbearable Lightness of Being

As the zodiac represented by the twins, Geminis may go through life feeling like a crucial part of themselves is missing. They fill that void with their many friends, hobbies, and work, but they never feel complete until they find the one person they can’t live without. Once they meet their other half, they will never want to be apart.

Cancer:

“Love makes your soul crawl out from its hiding place.” – Zora Neale Hurston

Cancer is represented by the crab, which makes perfect sense for this guarded zodiac. Cancers shield themselves with a tough outer shell because they’re deeply sensitive and terrified of getting their hearts broken. But when they fall for someone, they fall head over heels, and they become vulnerable with their loved one. As the star sign guided by the moon, Cancer’s runner-up quote is: “If one day the moon calls you by your name don’t be surprised, because every night I tell her about you.” – Shahrazad al-Khalij

Leo:

“Romance is the glamor which turns the dust of everyday life into a golden haze.” – Elinor Glyn

Leo is one of the most glamorous members of the zodiac, so even their love lives must have a touch of sparkle. Leos are generous, romantic, and passionate partners, and everything is golden when they’re in love. This star sign has so much to offer in relationships, and they don’t feel complete unless they have that special someone who makes life even more beautiful.

Virgo:

“Love is an untamed force. When we try to control it, it destroys us. When we try to imprison it, it enslaves us. When we try to understand it, it leaves us feeling lost and confused.” – Paulo Coelho

Virgos are so practical and analytical that they may struggle when it comes to love. They aren’t comfortable with feelings they can’t explain or being vulnerable in a relationship. Once they accept that love is an illogical force, they can stop trying to analyze and control it, and instead allow themselves to fall freely.

Libra:

“I would rather spend one lifetime with you, than face all the ages of this world alone.” – Arwen Evenstar, J.R.R. Tolkien’s

As the social butterflies of the zodiac, Libras hate being alone. And, as the sign rules by Venus, the planet of love and beauty, Libras are naturally charming and good-looking. They’re usually surrounded by admirers and have plenty of romantic options. Libras prefer sharing experiences with a loved one instead of doing everything by themselves, and having someone by their side makes life a bit sweeter.

Scorpio:

“I love you as certain dark things are to be loved, in secret, between the shadow and the soul.” – Pablo Neruda

Scorpios are no strangers to darkness, and instead of avoiding it, they embrace it. Although they like to be mysterious and hide from the rest of the world, they share everything – even the most vulnerable parts of themselves – with their loved one. They make their partner feel safe enough to open up about their darkness and insecurities, too. This zodiac’s runner-up quote: “I saw that you were perfect, and so I loved you. Then I saw that you were not perfect and I loved you even more.” – Angelita Lim

Sagittarius:

“The chance to love and be loved exists no matter where you are.” – Oprah Winfrey

Sagittarians live for adventure, and they tend to prioritize travel, learning, and having fun over romantic partnership. But true love comes to them when (and where) they least expect it. Perhaps they find their soulmate while studying abroad, or a chance encounter on a road trip. When they finally meet someone worth committing to, they realize that love can multiply their fun in life, not subtract from it. Sagittarius’ runner-up quote: “Love is friendship on fire.” – Susan Sontag

Capricorn:

“Love is not love until love’s vulnerable.” – Theodore Roethke

Capricorns come across as independent and unfeeling, but deep down they desperately crave love. They just struggle with being vulnerable and don’t know how to express their emotions. They only fall once they find someone who’s worth risking embarrassment and heartbreak. When a Capricorn gets vulnerable with a partner, it means they are in deep. As the zodiac with an icy and stoic reputation, their runner-up quote is: “Some people are worth melting for.” – Olaf, Disney’s Frozen

Aquarius:

“We’re all a little weird. And life is a little weird. And when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall into mutually satisfying weirdness – and call it love – true love.” – Robert Fulghum

Aquarius is one of the most independent and quirky members of the zodiac. This star sign may struggle with romance – it’s not a priority to them, and they have a hard time finding someone who fits their unique, unusual tastes. Aquarians only allow themselves to fall in love when they discover a partner who matches and embraces all their weird ways.

Pisces:

“You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” – Dr. Seuss

Pisces is ruled by Neptune, the planet of dreams, illusion, and delusion. Pisces people are very romantic, and they tend to put their partners on a pedestal. They imagine an idealized version of their lover, then become disappointed when the veil is lifted and they see who their partner truly is. But when Pisces finds someone who is even better than their wildest dreams, they hold them tight and never let go. This star sign’s runner-up quote: “My dream wouldn’t be complete without you in it.” – Princess Tiana, Disney’s The Princess and the Frog