Your July Horoscope Is Here

July will have you wanting to spend time with your loved ones, and you could feel a bit more emotional or introverted. Cancer season is ongoing until July 21, so for most of the month, you might be tending to home and family-related activities, such as seeing your relatives, bonding with your children, or making plans to move or redecorate. You may prefer to stay in and nest rather than going out and meeting a bunch of new people. In addition, you could be reflective of the past and your childhood. 

Mid-month, a full moon in Capricorn on July 13 will pull your attention back to work and your responsibilities. You may be figuring out what goals you want to pursue, or you could be prioritizing what type of work is the most meaningful to you so that you don’t get burned out by doing too much at once. You may want to reevaluate aspects of your career or daily responsibilities, especially if something feels off or not entirely satisfying. 

The end of July will bring a much more fun and playful energy, with the start of Leo season on July 22. You will be coming out of your shell and may want to socialize or take time off for a family vacation. In addition, you may be more involved in your children’s lives, and you could want to encourage them to pursue creative hobbies or other outlets for self-expression. 

ARIES

You will be prioritizing your home and family life at the start of the month, Cancer. You might be taking your children to visit their grandparents or cousins, or you could want to do family bonding activities. In addition, you may be making preparations to move or initiating redecorating or renovation projects. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will turn your attention back to work and your everyday responsibilities. You might be reflecting on what long-term career goals you want to pursue or how you can make changes at your job to feel more satisfied. It may also be that you’re assuming a leadership role in another area of your life or launching a big project out into the world. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you will feel relaxed, and you could have extra moments to tend to your own hobbies and interests. You might be socializing and meeting up with your friends, or you could take time off for a family vacation. 

TAURUS

You will be busy connecting with people at the start of the month, Taurus. You might be scheduling meetups with friends or running into acquaintances you know. You could also be motivated to read more, take a workshop, or teach yourself a practical new skill. In addition, you may want to take your children on educational field trips, or you could travel frequently. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will have you taking a step back from everyday scheduling and details to reflect on the bigger picture in life. You might be examining your life beliefs, or you could feel very connected to your spirituality. You may also be finalizing vacation plans or realize that there are certain subjects you want to learn more about in-depth. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you will be focused on family life. You could be visiting with relatives, or you might want to furnish and decorate your home space. You may also feel a bit introverted or be reflecting on your childhood.

GEMINI

You will be getting your finances in order at the start of the month, Gemini. You may want to keep better track of your spending habits, or you could be figuring out ways to bring in more money. You may be up for a raise at work, taking on freelance opportunities, or be confident in the unique skills you bring to your job. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will have you stepping back from money and work to reflect on your internal self. You may realize that you keep repeating certain patterns in your close relationships that you want to improve. You might be figuring out how to be open and vulnerable with people, or you could be interested in reading self-help or psychology books. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you will be much more social, or you could be occupied with communication-based projects like presentations, writing, or speaking. In addition, you might be traveling frequently or planning field trips and outings for your children. 

CANCER

You will be prioritizing yourself at the start of the month, Cancer. You could be setting personal goals you want to work towards, or you could get approached about exciting, new opportunities. In addition, you may pay greater attention to your appearance and want to shop for clothing or get a haircut. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will shift your focus back to the relationships in your life. You may be spending quality time with your partner or a good friend, or you could be solidifying a business partnership. However, you may be a bit emotional about where you stand in a close relationship, or you could realize how there can be more of an equal give and take with someone. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you will be motivated to work hard. You might be preparing to launch a work project, or you could receive greater freelance opportunities. You may also be searching for alternative ways to boost your income or have greater control over your work schedule. 

LEO

You will be craving privacy and rest at the start of the month, Leo. You could want to understand your emotions better and move past any blocks holding you back from reaching your full potential. In addition, you may grow more interested in spiritual activities, such as daily meditation, yoga, or journaling. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will urge you to be productive and stick to a routine. You may be busy juggling numerous tasks and 5responsibilities at once, or you might realize there are certain aspects of your job you want to change. You may also want to take greater care of your physical body and establish healthy everyday habits for yourself. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you will feel energized and optimistic. You could be presented with new opportunities, or other people may be paying you greater attention. You will be very aware of what image you want to present to the rest of the world, so you may want to dress differently or change up your hairstyle. 

VIRGO

You will be busy with social events at the start of the month, Virgo. You might be organizing group activities, or you could want to get your children involved with their peers. You will feel more supported by your friends or a community, and you may even be assuming a group leadership role. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will urge you to take a step back from your social commitments to focus on where your own passions and interests lie. You may return to a hobby you love, and you could realize how you can better build yourself up and embrace the traits that make you unique. In addition, you may feel closer to your children or be very involved in their lives. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you may want to retreat and be by yourself. You could need rest, and you will want to prioritize your mental health. You could be working on releasing any habit or mindset that no longer serves you. 

LIBRA

You will be focused on your career at the start of the month, Libra. You might be tending to bigger projects at work, or you could be getting news back about a job opportunity. You may also be receiving attention or positive feedback from coworkers, or you could be considering what direction you want to pivot in next with your career. It may be that you’re also taking on greater responsibilities in another area of your life. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will have you busy with home and family activities. Plans to move might be coming together, or you could see more of your relatives. However, you may feel emotional about family relationships or have powerful realizations about your childhood. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you will be mingling with friends, and you might want to network and branch out of your usual circle to meet new people. Your calendar may fill up with social commitments, or you could want to support a cause that you are passionate about. 

SCORPIO

You will be traveling and seeing more of the world at the start of the month, Scorpio. You may be going abroad or want to take a family vacation. In addition, you could be interested in reading, writing, or taking online courses. You may also encourage your children to try out new experiences and continue learning in their free time. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will urge you to apply your newfound knowledge to your everyday life. You may be figuring out how to communicate effectively with people, or you could be making presentations for work, writing articles, or meeting up with others and exchanging ideas. As Leo season begins at the end of July, your focus will shift to your long-term career ambitions. You may be assuming greater responsibilities at work or in another area of your life, or you might be launching a big job project. You may even be starting a new role or figuring out how you can pivot in a different direction with your career. 

SAGITTARIUS

At the start of the month, Sagittarius, you will be confronting relationship issues head-on. You may want to move any past negative patterns you keep bringing into your relationships, and you could be working on growing closer to your partner by being open with your emotions. In addition, you may want to pay greater attention to your finances by saving your money or paying off debt. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn may have you feeling emotional about work. You could realize that you need to be paid more or appreciated for your efforts.

On the other hand, you might be making significant progress with your business ideas or projects. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you could be motivated to read, research, and learn new information. You may also be traveling and going on a family vacation or want to encourage your children to keep an open mind to different cultures and ways of living. It could be that you’re also reflecting on your core life beliefs, or you’re speaking publicly and sharing your knowledge with others. 

CAPRICORN

You will be fostering close relationships at the start of the month, Capricorn. You may spend quality time with your partner or have better dating success if you’re single. You could also be seeing your good friends for one-on-one catch-ups, and you’ll be turning to other people to get their advice and perspectives. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will have you stepping back from your relationship duties to prioritize yourself. You could realize that there are specific goals you want to pursue that you may have been neglecting recently. You could also get attention from recent work you’ve done, or you may make important realizations about your core interests. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you may be a bit introspective and want to reflect on certain aspects of yourself you could improve upon. You might also be interested in having deeper, emotionally charged conversations with people or figuring out how to share finances and resources with your partner better. 

AQUARIUS

You will be getting a solid routine in place at the start of the month, Aquarius. You may be juggling a lot of small tasks at once, so you will be looking for ways to maximize your productivity. In addition, you might be motivated to set healthy habits for yourself, such as squeezing in regular exercise, eating nutritious foods, or getting enough sleep. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn may bring up a lot of deep emotions, or you could realize how you sometimes work against yourself. You could want to let go of any self-defeating patterns, or you may want to engage in meditation or yoga to feel more at peace. As Leo season begins at the end of July, you will meet up with good friends or strengthen your relationship with your partner. If you’re single, you could be making an effort to date, or you might be establishing a business partnership. You will find that you can accomplish more with the help of someone else. 

PISCES

You will feel relaxed and playful at the start of the month, Pisces. You may have more time outside of work to tend to the hobbies that bring you joy, and you could encourage your children to lean into their creative interests as well. You might be doing arts and crafts together, performing, or going on a fun family trip away. Mid-month, the full moon in Capricorn will keep you busy with social commitments, and friends will reach out to you. You might be bringing people together for a group activity, or you could be realizing what types of friends you really want in your life. You may want to branch out and look for a community of like-minded people. As Leo season begins at the end of July, work will pick back up again, and you could be handling numerous responsibilities at once. In addition, you might be taking your physical health more seriously so that you don’t put too much stress on your body. 

British Vogue's resident-astrologer, Alice Bell was initially drawn to astrology to answer questions in her life related to relationships, work and her emotions. Friends and coworkers began approaching Alice, looking for similar answers to their challenges. Even though she has helped numerous clients, she is still amazed by astrology’s transformational effects. Follow her @stalkalice.