Harvest Moon: Dramatic close-up shots of full moon FREE for the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up forfor the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. The Sun, which is currently in Libra, typically transits through this zodiac between September 23 and October 23. Libra spans the 180-degree to 210-degree celestial longitude, where it is ruled by Venus. People born under this sign are said to be peaceful and fair, with a predisposition towards seeking company. On the other hand, Scorpios are believed to be more passionate, confident and determined people. Scorpio is found in the 210-degree to240-degree ecliptic longitude, were Pluto and Mars rule it. The Sun passes through this part of the sky typically between October 23 and November 22. Astrologer Barbara Goldsmith said Libra in October will be an interesting month because its ruler will go retrograde and teased Jupiter will change its sign in November. The astrologer, of YourAstrologySign.com, said: “This month really starts out with this retrograde on the sixth of the month, when we’ve got Venus go retrograde from your second into your first house. Click here to read your daily horoscope reading with Russell Grant. October Horoscope: The month of October is all about Libra and Scorpio in the zodiac Stunning HARVEST MOON shines over the UK “So it’s going to retrograde into your sign as well. So what does this mean? Whenever Venus goes retrograde, it’s an opportunity for you to reflect upon your relationships Barbara Goldsmith, YourAstrologySign.com “Well, whenever Venus goes retrograde, it’s an opportunity for you to reflect upon your relationships in general, your love life and also your finances. “With it being here in your financial house, there may be something to redo, reevaluate, to do differently financially. “It’s also set in the house of self-esteem – how do you feel about yourself, and your self-worth and how unique and special you are?” Scorpio is the second major sign associated with October and as a result your love and finances might be looking up next month. Ms Goldsmith said October is a somewhat interesting month with Jupiter soon changing its sign. The gas giant transited through Scorpio on October 10, 2017 and will move away from the water sign on November 8, 2018. With Venus gong retrograde next month, something from your past might also return to you. October Horoscope: The planet Jupiter will move out of the sign of Scorpio in November October Horoscope: Libras are born between September 23 and October 23<doc-sep>The deep autumnal energy of October will keep our focus on work and obligations. This is a month that will test our perseverance and reward those who are blunt and honest. Many doors will open, although how to walk through them may bring hesitation. The new moon in Libra is on October 9 and the full moon in Taurus is on October 24. (And lest you forget, Halloween is, of course, on October 31.) Find a way to reward yourself for your strength. You’ll find it even in moments of doubt. Yours in the stars and on Earth, The Astro Poets Aries Perhaps you’ve needed some distance from the people you usually turn to in times of turmoil. You haven’t been sure how to share a big change you’ve made (or one you’re thinking of making) with them. This month, continue doing the invisible work alone. There will be brilliant days when you’ll be assured that you’re on the right path. There will also be one day, close to the end of October, when someone you trust will test your resolve. Don’t be afraid to be blunt, to tell the truth, and to show who you really are. It may feel strange to keep your head down and work through the madness, but you’re beginning to see and create the life you’ve always wanted. It will not be easy. But it will be real. If you find yourself in a park with a book, make sure stay to there for as long as you can. Your Halloween costume should: be minimal and shocking. Invalid Date Taurus One thing that will be on your mind this month is true love. Although you’re steadfast in all of your relationships, and slow to be unfaithful in your romantic ones, you may have found yourself smitten with someone who wasn’t your significant other in the past. It may have been guilt or some other related reason that kept you from pursuing something real with this person, and up until now, you may have felt that you’ve forgotten them. But what you thought then was just fleeting feelings will now come back as love. This may be sparked by actually seeing them, or seeing one of their friends who reminds you of them. Whatever the case, you will long for the optimism they promised and wonder if maybe, it might actually work out. The stars all support you taking a bit of a leap. ; after all, you aren’t known for your risky behavior and no one could ever accuse you of being reckless. But then again, who would accuse you of being weak either? So take the plunge, and take a chance on the kind of love you’ve always dreamed of. Your Halloween costume should: incorporate a tree. ​ Gemini You will invest a lot of energy in one person this month. Whether a romantic partner or a close friend, they will demand your attention and test your patience. It’s not the time to be vague or indecisive, so be deliberate in all your social interactions. Your creativity and productivity will depend on how you manage basic tasks, which aren’t exactly your favorites, so get organized and make lists if you have to. Maybe you’ve noticed that a work project is not meeting your expectations, even after serious work and various drama. Don’t be afraid to pull a totally Gemini move and change everything around at the last minute—to follow a wild out fully and to its end. You haven’t felt like yourself for a long time now, but this month, you’ll regain something big and important: your fearlessness. You’ll remember what it’s like to surprise yourself—and you will. Your Halloween costume should: include a glass prop. 16 Iconic W Shoots for Halloween Costume Inspiration Margot Robbie photographed by Tim Walker for W Magazine, January 2019. Tim Walker Kate Moss photographed by Richard Prince for W Magazine, September 2003. 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Juergen Teller Kristen McMenamy photographed by Tim Walker for W Magazine, December 2013. Tim Walker Sandy Powell photographed by Tim Walker for W Magazine, January 2020. Tim Walker INFO 1/16 Cancer You have two thoughts on your mind: family and career. Nothing feels more delicious to you than the idea of a period of hibernation, but you know you must put in the hours first. You’ve been thinking for several months about your career and what you want from it. Although you’re likely very successful—more successful than you want to admit—there’s always more to acquire. (At least according to you.) This month, you’ll be thinking of how not to miss important opportunities and how to work your contacts to the max. As for family, you’re always somehow building a family. You’ll will start setting the foundation for some big commitments that you only dreamed of this time last year. Be strong as some stellar forces may conspire to rattle you a bit toward the middle of October. After all, those forces should be more worried about themselves than you are of them. There’s little that can bring you down. Your Halloween costume should: include the color purple. Leo<doc-sep>Monthly Horoscope: Here is your zodiac reading for the month of October FREE for the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up forfor the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Venus in retrograde on Friday, October 5, is a major highlight of this month’s forecast, promising up to six weeks of increased passions. According to astrologer Jamie Partridge of AstrologyKing.com, the planet Venus rules feelings of love and relationships. When in stationary retrograde, passions will flare and stronger emotions might even turn to anger, impulsiveness and a lack of self-control. After that, the birth of the New Moon on October 8 could help relax some of those stronger emotions. Mr Partridge said: “Expect to feel more sensitive, sympathetic and comforting towards your loved ones. “This New Moon brings attention to the rights and conditions of women in traditional families, single women, working women and single parents. “The October 2018 New Moon square Pluto adds drama and intensity. A health or relationship crisis may force a radical transformation.” You might have to brace yourself for a period of ruthlessness if it means “eliminating poison from your life”. Harvest Moon: Dramatic close-up shots of full moon This could be a good time to start a new diet, exercise or some form of detoxification routine. If you are a Libra, the first four days of October promise to be beautiful and full of friendly energy between yourself and your close ones. Astrologer Gregory Scott said you will be having fun and you might even see the stirrings of some new romantic adventures – but this will not last. He said: “On October 5, I’ve got bad news for you, I’m sorry. Your ruler Venus, the planet of love, and beauty, and creativity and the source of your charm and beauty really, goes retrograde and it goes retrograde until November 16. “When Venus goes retrograde, it is not a good time to enter a new relationship or to start a new business, especially one you absolutely love and adore, because Venus twists everything and the new people you meet during Venus retrograde will seem to be perfect and will promise to deliver everything, and then, in reality, all you’re left with is heartbreak.” Expect too feel more sensitive, sympathetic and comforting towards your loved ones Jamie Partridge, AstrologyKing.com When the Full Moon peaks on the night of October 24, with Venus opposite Uranus, the Moon will focus on change and excitement. Mr Partridge believes you should expect excitement and uncertainty in your love life but also your finances. He said: “The October 2018 Full Moon makes a more helpful aspect to Saturn which moderates the erratic and impulsive nature of Uranus. “It turns unexpected changes into opportunities and relationship uncertainty into reassurances and commitments. Monthly Horoscope: The October Full Moon rises on the night of October 24 Monthly Horoscope: Libra's can expect a few good days at the start of the month<doc-sep>Read every sign's 2018 horoscope predictions to see what's in store for you this year, or check out each sign's personality profile to learn more about the zodiac. You all know that I love everything spooky, so nothing delights me more than exploring October’s horoscope. Before we get into what each individual sign's predictions entail in this delightfully mysterious month, let's first talk about what the stars indicate across the board for October. And good luck out there, darlings — don’t be afraid to embrace the strange and unusual, especially when it comes to costumes this Halloween. October Overall This month is all about the macabre, so don’t be surprised if ghosts start making contact on Friday, October 5 when Venus, the planet of love and beauty, goes retrograde. Our romantic perspective may be warped by way of Venus’s backward spin, so past lovers will be resurfacing, some with a vengeance. Remember, cosmic warriors, not all reboots are worth watching. Sometimes, the past should simply stay historical. Needless to say, relationships will be a central theme this month. A new moon in Libra on Monday, October 8 aligns the emotional moon with the vivacious sun, transforming our internal monologue into an external dialogue. Under this velvet sky, expect major revelations in all interpersonal dynamics. Any bonds that deteriorate will be quickly replaced with exciting, fresh energy, so don’t be afraid to let go. After all, not all partnerships are meant to last forever. As we prepare for colder months ahead, consider what you need to release in order to regenerate. Halloween season officially kicks off on Tuesday, October 23 when the radiant sun moves into elusive Scorpio. Scorpionic energy is associated with sex, death, and transformation, so expect radical growth during this time. In nature, there is no distinction between verdant sprouts and decaying leaves: The entire life cycle exists on one axis. Now, as we prepare for colder months ahead, consider what you need to release in order to regenerate. This theme continues the following day, as a full moon in Taurus on Wednesday, October 24 electrifies the night sky. Full moons occur when the sun and moon are in direct opposition: This month, their celestial placements symbolize beginnings and endings. By the end of the month, you will see exactly what you need to release. There will be a spotlight illuminating the shadows — along with skeletons in the closet or anything swept under the rug. Don’t be afraid to deep dive into the nooks and crannies of your psyche: There are always more to discover when you look under the hood. October Predictions, by Zodiac Sign Aries Scorpio season begins on Tuesday, October 23, and right in time for Halloween, you’ll be feeling all kinds of spooky. Now, any ghosts that surfaced early October will begin to take shape. See October's full horoscope for Aries. Taurus As a Taurus, you’re governed by Venus — the sensual planet that rules love, beauty, and romance. As such, you’re extremely impacted by its motion. So buckle up, darling bull, because October is going to be a wild ride. See October's full horoscope for Taurus. Gemini A new lunar cycle begins on Monday, October 8, when the sky is blanketed by a new moon in like-minded Libra. With the sun (which symbolizes your truth paired up with the emotional moon, you’ll enjoy a surge of creativity. See October's full horoscope for Gemini.<doc-sep>
I'm Aliza Kelly Faragher, your resident astrologer, serving up your monthly horoscope. Read what your sign's 2018 horoscope predictions have in store for you, or check out the Scorpio personality profile. As a Scorpio, you're known to be mysterious and elusive, so it's no surprise that your astrological energy corresponds with spooky Halloween. On Friday, October 5, Venus (the planet that governs love and beauty goes retrograde in your own sign. During this cosmic reversal (which lasts 40 days and 40 nights, through November 16), the best approach is to expect the unexpected. Shifts in your interpersonal relationships will be inevitable, so watch out for spontaneous breakups and unexpected makeups. That’s right, Scorpio love — with hedonistic Venus going backward, exes will be crawling out of the woodwork. But just because ghosts are surfacing doesn’t mean you need to make contact. Some loves are better left in the past. The night sky will be pitch black under a new moon in Libra on Monday, October 8. This lunation isn’t great for decision-making — it’s neither easy nor safe to navigate in total darkness. However, it is wonderful for stargazing and mythologizing. Your imagination will be revved up, so plan to get lots of rest on this day. Remember, your subconscious is a huge part of your identity, so don’t be afraid to explore this landscape in your dreams. There is always more to discover. In your birthday season, your glow will be well-received, so don’t be afraid to shine. On Tuesday, October 23, the radiant sun shifts out of Libra and into your own sign. It’s your solar return, so happy birthday, Scorpio babe! From an astrological perspective, birthdays occur when the sun in the sky connects with the sun in your natal chart. For the next few weeks, you'll be shining brightly under this cosmic illumination. Celebrate yourself by tapping into your most authentic truth: What makes you glow? In your birthday season, your glow will be well-received, so don’t be afraid to shine. Any intentions you set on Wednesday, October 24, during the full moon in Taurus will be especially potent. This lunation activates your partnership zone, so this is a great time to welcome passion into your life. Whether you want to infuse magick into an existing relationship or start a new bond, October’s full moon will deliver powerful results. For another touch of magick, check out Givenchy's Prisme Libre Loose Powder, an elegant powder that serves up an enchanting complexion. Courtesy of brand / Allure Read more stories about astrology: These are the signs you're most compatible with romantically: Find Aliza on Instagram, Twitter, and her website.