Capricorn season runs between December 22nd and January 20th, announced and welcomed by the Winter Solstice, the shortest day (and longest night) of the year when the Sun is directly over the Tropic of Capricorn. In the Northern Hemisphere, darkness reigns supreme while light is at a bare minimum. For animals – and those of us sensitive to the cold – it’s a time for hibernation, to hunker down and brace freezing temperatures. A month of severity and at times utterly brutal conditions, we get realistic about what’s a necessity – and what’s a frivolous luxury.
Similarly, those born under this sign are realists, with a hardcore work ethic, and ‘less is more’ approach.
Kate Moss for Vogue Hong Kong's March 2021 issue.
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They exude coolness
Veering towards a classic, conservative style, Capricorns typically recoil from flashy, overt displays of success, and instead lets chic, subtle signatures speak on their behalf. Omitting a frequency of cool, you’ll notice they’re well put together, dapper, with a smartness to their dress that’s somehow casual, too. Kate Moss, Vanessa Paradis, Suki Waterhouse, Sienna Miller and Florence Pugh are born under this sign, as well as Timothée Chalamet, and Jared Leto. Always occasion appropriate and seen in the right attire, they can throw on black and slate greys, with hints of forest green to suit their earthy nature.
Timothée Chalamet at the "Bones And All" photocall in Rome, Italy.
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They are responsible
Goverened by ‘serious Saturn’, the planet of limits, boundaries, hardship and time management, Capricorn’s can be counted on as the conscientious type, grown up, and always ready to strive for task completion. As children they can seem mature for their age. Often described as older than their years, they make respectable work mates and encouraging bosses. It may be the fact that two members of Blackpink (Jisoo and Jennie) are born under this sign that’s led to their status as a best-selling, record breaking act. Capricorn can really be relied upon to show up with right answers when you’re in a pinch.
Jisoo of Blackpink performing at the BORN PINK World Tour Seoul concert.
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They always reach the top
High achievers (though not necessarily in a studious or traditional business sense), there’s usually at least one area of life in which Capricorn will excel or show authority. They make their way to the finish line–or mountain’s summit–with incredible perseverance, determination and a long-term view, no matter how tough the terrain seems to others. They take feats of epic proportions in their stride. JRR Tolkien included an immense backstory for his fantasy series, constructing ‘Middle-earth’ for his fictional writing; Dolly Parton rose from humble beginnings to her impressive career in entertainment, while Muhammad Ali is regarded as the greatest fighter of all time. They make steadfast partners, seemingly able to push their mate to strive for excellence, just as they do. Former First Lady Michelle Obama is a prime example of this, while Kate Middleton now stands beside the heir to the British throne.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama attends 'Becoming: An Intimate Conversation with Michelle Obama' at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Mystery surrounds them
With all the right ingredients to be an accomplished leader, chairperson, CEO or matriarch, Capricorn’s creature is the unassuming yet hardy mountain goat, a beast that can scale the steepest peaks and protect itself with tough horns. But the lesser known side is its mythic fish tail, which alludes to Capricorn’s magical tendencies. They are, in fact, incredibly intuitive people, while also boasting practical instincts. Masters at manifesting, remember Capricorn‘s month sees a major new beginning of our calendar; they preside over the transition between one year and the next, the firm hands of time. As we all make resolution, there’s a chance to take on some of Capricorn’s strong resolve. Literally the ‘greatest of all time’, the GOAT makes things happen – and makes it look easy, too. Yet it is their unwavering perseverance and faith that life will line up that is most remarkable. They understand the order of things, that solemnly putting one foot in front of the other, no matter how long it takes, will yield the desired results.
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