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Here's how to catch that special zodiac sign's eye.
By Emily Ratay — Written on Feb 21, 2019
There are people that stand out from the crowd without even having to try. There's a natural 'it factor' to them and it's easy for them to capture the attention of a person that they like.
For others, it's not always that simple. Getting someone's attention can be difficult, especially if you're not really sure how to approach them.
Each zodiac sign wants something different in a partner, but not all of them are so quick to tell you what that is.
For some zodiac signs, it's pretty easy to tell what they want. Gemini wants someone who keeps life exciting, Aquarius wants someone who can be a best friend and a lover, and Pisces wants someone who gets him.
All of that said, that's not the only thing that matters if you want these zodiac signs to notice you. Whether you're a more mysterious and complicated zodiac sign, or one that is pretty transparent about what you want in a partner, there are ways to approach you and ways not to approach you so that they get noticed.
If someone wants you to notice them, what method would work best for your zodiac sign? Are you the kind of zodiac sign that prefers someone to be straightforward with you and tell you like it is, or do you like when someone tries to get to know you first before making moves on you?
Personally, I tend to notice people more when they give me time to warm up to them. Aggressive moves don't work well on me, but actually getting to know me – and letting me get to know you on a friendly basis – makes me feel like I can trust you more.
If all you want is to use me and lose me, we probably won't get very far. Learning how to approach each zodiac sign takes time. Some will definitely make you work for their attention, while others are energized by meeting new people and making new connections.
You can't (and shouldn't) expect every horoscope sign to operate the same way. Use this as a guide to help get you started, but learn more about the person in the process, too. It's about taking this to the next level, after all.
Here's how to get noticed by each zodiac sign and get them to pay attention, according to astrology.
ARIES (March 21 - April 19)
Aries loves to be number one. He's often off on a new adventure or being the life of the party. And while he loves a new challenge, he likes to see part of himself in a new partner, too. Being a part of his life means being able to keep up with him.
If you want Aries to notice you, you need to show him that you have an unforgettable personality. You don't have to be as showy or assertive as him, but you want him to remember you. Approach him with an invitation to try a new restaurant or join him on his next adventure!
TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)
Taurus loves comfort and luxury. He's a total homebody in the best sense of the word, after all. If you want him to notice you, indulge him in the things he loves the most. He responds best to people who get where he's coming from, not those who try to change him.
He might be the kind of person who loves a good Netflix binge, or someone who appreciates a home-cooked meal, but whatever he's into, approach him as a friend. Let him know you're down to just hang out and eat some food, and he'll be down.
GEMINI (May 21 - June 20)
Gemini is a total social butterfly. If you want him to notice you, you can't be a wallflower – get out there and show him you can be the life of the party, too! Getting Gemini to notice you isn't JUST about being the center of attention, though (he can do that all on his own).
Gemini is attracted to people who know how to have a good time, but he also likes people he can relate to. If you have similar interests and a positive outlook on life, he's more likely to notice you. Keep him on his toes (don't give everything away up front), either. He likes a little bit of intrigue.
CANCER (June 21 - July 22)
Cancer loves being the kind of person you can count on. Relationships are highly important to him, so if you want him to notice you, you have to be serious about him. He has probably noticed you already, but he's up for letting you make your presence known before he introduces himself.
Approach him by being your true self. Genuine people are much higher up on his list than people who try to be someone they're not, and if you want Cancer to notice you, you can't waste your time trying to impress him. As for wondering if he's into you, don't worry; Cancer is very honest about his feelings for someone.
LEO (July 23 - August 22)
Leo never tires of indulgences and attention. It might sound shallow, but Leo knows his worth. This doesn't mean you have to spend all of your money on him or try too hard, but he does appreciate someone who makes a real effort to wow him.
If you want Leo to notice you, you need to show him that you can be passionate about a lot of things in life. Relationships, for one, but your career, friends, and making a difference in the world, as well. He doesn't have time for people who aren't confident, so put your best foot forward!
VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)
Virgo is pretty discerning when it comes to figuring out if someone is into him. He knows what he's looking for in a partner, and if you have what it takes to keep up with him, he's going to let you know that he's interested.
There's a good chance that he's already noticed you, and more importantly that he knows you've been noticing him, too. Attracting Virgo means being someone he can talk to effortlessly. He wants to know that you're someone he can count on, otherwise he won't waste his time on you.
LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)
Libra is always kinda-sorta looking for a relationship, even if his efforts aren't active. The best way to get Libra to notice you is to show him that you're serious about taking the next step in your potential relationship. If you show him that you're just using him to fill your time, he won't be interested.
Libra responds best to people who want the same things out of life as him. And don't think this is something that you can fake, either. Libra wants someone who will bring balance and meaning to his life, so be prepared to show him your deep, soulful side.
SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)
Scorpio wants someone who understands him. He knows that his mysterious side can be a little hard to crack, but he protects his heart because he wants to know that you're going to handle it with care – not just throw him to the curb when you're done with him.
Getting him to notice you isn't about changing him, though. Rather than liking him in spite of his mysterious side, indulge it. Let him show you how he gets to know new people, and you'll see the most genuine side of him possible.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)
Sagittarius is fueled by a sense of wanderlust. If you want him to notice you, you need to show him that you're first and foremost not a close-minded person. Approach him with a sense of adventure and curiosity in your blood; he loves people who are thrill-seekers like himself.
Sagittarius also tends to notice people who aren't afraid to speak their minds and swim against the crowd. You have a better chance getting him to notice you if you're the kind of person who sticks up for what you believe in. Show him you want to be noticed!
CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)
Capricorn can seem a bit reserved when you first get to know him, but that's only because he prefers very few people to be part of his inner circle. If you want to be a part of his life, you have to show him that you're not going to bail on him the moment things get rough.
Capricorn wants a ride or die person in his life. If you want him to notice you, you have to show him that you have made serious investments in life. If he thinks you're not serious about anything – your career, relationships, hobbies – he'll think you're not serious about him.
AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)
Aquarius is often misunderstood because people automatically assume that he doesn't want to be in a serious relationship without getting to really know him. Aquarius might be eccentric and love differently than others, but he still wants people who matter in his life.
If you want Aquarius to get to know you, you have to give him space to express himself. He doesn't want to feel suffocated by anyone, but he wants to know that the company he keeps is going to stick around. Show him you can be a good friend and that you can give him space.
PISCES (February 19 - March 20)
Pisces is one of those zodiac signs that is energized by shared experiences and romance. He has a soft spot for people who want to woo him, so if you want to get him to notice you, all you have to do is show him that you want to sweep him off his feet.
He also wants someone he can relate to. It can be hard for Pisces to believe that someone new knows what he's going through, but if you show him your true self – the self that really does want to see that soft and loving side of him – he'll appreciate having you in his life.
Emily Ratay is a full-time writer living in Pittsburgh. She's passionate about the environment and feminism, and knows that anything is possible in the right pair of shoes. She plans on writing a non-fiction book in the future.