ELLE STAR STYLE
WE’RE PREPARING you FOR the MONTH AHEAD, ALIGNING your STARS with the FASHION COSMOS
23 AUG – 22 SEPT
VIRGO
The sun and Mercury in your sign from 6 to 22 September will improve critical thinking and reward focus — peaking on 9 September, when the new moon activates your best instincts. Go for razor-sharp tailoring from Givenchy (and a little animal print) to reflect that mood.
23 SEPT – 22 OCT
LIBRA With Mercury on your side from 22 September (and Libra season beginning just a day later), your charisma will sky-rocket. The end of this month is the best time for communication, so find the right uniform to make yourself clear, like Marc Jacobs’ bold colour-block suiting.
23OCT–21NOV
SCORPIO
Zebra print has always been an attention-grabbing option. With Venus entering Scorpio on 9 September, exercise your power with prints from the animal kingdom (and from the Balenciaga and Proenza Schouler catwalks).If you want to just dip your toe in, start with the shoes.
22 NOV – 21 DEC
SAGITTARIUS
Fire signs will largely relish a slow-paced September, thanks to the end of Leo season. You may initially feel restless, but this is actually perfect as you come down from your summer high. Ease your way into autumn with Loewe’s loose trousers and Ferragamo’s flowing midi skirts.
22DEC–19JAN
CAPRICORN Pluto will turn direct in Capricorn on 30 September, making its final effort to question whether a deep, inner transformation is necessary. But change your wardrobe rather than your personality, and layer up à la Balenciaga (then peel the layers away to unveil a new look).
2O JAN – 18 FEB
AQUARIUS
On 11 September, Mars will enter Aquarius and pull others into your orbit, making it a good time to lead any group. Communicate this team spirit with the ‘More Joy’ messaging of Christopher Kane’s joyful, marabou-filled AW18 collection. Fun!
19FEB–2OMARCH
PISCES
Your sister sign, Virgo, will activate a greater sense of self-awareness on 9 September. You will feel awake in response to the new moon, which may lead to a sensory overload. Seek comfort in swaddling textures and floor-sweeping bed-jackets like those at Acne Studios.
21MARCH–19APRIL
ARIES You rarely think too much before acting, but the full moon on 25 September will heighten your impulsive instincts. Between 6 and 22 September, luck will be on your side. Stay grounded with earthy autumnal hues, like the rich burgundy and amber seen at Bottega Veneta.
2OAPRIL–2OMAY
TAURUS
Your fellow earth sign, Virgo, is being graced with many celestial helping hands this month. This positivity will rub off on you, Taurus, with life feeling more manageable until 22 September. Embrace punch-packing paintbox brights, and throw in some baroque Marni accessories.
21 MAY – 2O JUNE
GEMINI
You will feel yourself blossom on 22 September, as soon as Mercury crosses into Libra’s realm. This planetary placement helps enrich your powers of communication and negotiation. Trust your instincts when it comes to dressing: you know what you feel best in.
21JUNE–22JULY
CANCER
You will experience aching pangs of jealousy when Venus enters a fellow water sign on 9 September — your intense cousin Scorpio. You may find yourself falling hard without any safety nets, so armour up with Chloé’s medieval-style cuffs. You’re ready for anything.
23 JULY – 22 AUG
LEO
The full moon on 25 September will have you feeling your best self, Leo. So embrace spontaneity, take risks and enjoy the rush of confidence. Been afraid to try Stuart Weitzman’s thigh-high boots? Or Dolce & Gabbana’s bedazzled specs? Whatever the style, go for it.