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Nº 28
Winter
2021
STEFFLON
DON
MAKE YOUR MARK

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Nº 28
Winter
2021
Nº 28
Winter
2021
STEFFLON
DON
MAKE YOUR MARK
STEFF
DO
MAKE YOU

Nº 28
Winter
2021
LON
N
R MARK
STEFFLON
DON
MAKE YOUR MARK

The party season is upon us, and what better way to wave
goodbye to 2021 than to go out in style! We’re all ready to
start a new year afresh, ready to take on what the world
throws at us and ready to make our mark.
At this point, what can’t we face?
Make your mark on the world by stepping up your style,
your creativity and your work. Put a stamp on YOU and
claim it.
Voir is here to support you in your newest adventure in
fashion, beauty and lifestyle. Whether you are getting
ready for your Christmas party or you just want to make
your daily wardrobe sparkle - we have you sorted. Get
‘Street Smart’ and go ‘Mad About The Accessories’, as
you browse through our hand-picked, custom edits and
fierce, shoppable shoots. Your fashion-forward friend is
here to give you a helping hand.
With a nod towards making fashion more accessible for our
readers, we carefully curated timeless yet trendy products
alongside some items that you can buy or rent from preloved
owners. Yes, that’s right, you can get your favourite
outfits and accessories second-hand, in good quality and,
at an affordable price. If you like what you see, shop the look
or save what you love for later! Voir makes it simple with our
easy click, shop and buy approach.
And, with your new outfit making a mark this festive season,
you can’t do anything less than stunt with fiery hair and
make up! We introduce this season’s beauty and hair trend
tutorials; made simple and quick by our very talented makeup
artists and hair stylist professionals. Immerse yourself
in our beauty section and learn how to create that killer
reverse eyeliner and get that signature wet slick hair look
that so many celebrities have sported.
Now you’re looking the part for your festive party or even a
very special date… This issue, we explored Gen Z’s popular
relationship & dating craze – polygamy! Although not a
new concept for many, our exclusive interview with Dr.Eli,
a global academic expert in polygamy, explains how digital
media has had a positive effect on polyamorous dating
and how this effortlessly connects with Gen Z. Dr.Eli tells us
more about this relationship, and how you can find out if you
are open to polyamorous dating with The Bonding Project.
Is it for you? Read on to find out!
Lastly, with diversity in our DNA and female empowerment
in our bones, we are excited to introduce our very special
and talented cover star who is making a mark on the
creative industry in her own right. Stefflon Don, one of the
UK’s leading female rap artists, is pushing boundaries with
countless chart hits and single releases, alongside Ne-Yo
and Mariah Carey. In our exclusive interview, Steff tells us
about her music journey and how she manages to deal with
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the pressure of the creative industry, saying, “I choose to focus
on myself, I choose to focus on what I got going on [around me].”
A piece of advice that is undoubtedly important for our readers
to hear.
This issue, we encourage you to put yourself
first because nothing is more important than
focussing on yourself and your wellbeing.
Whether that means treating yourself to
those boots you’ve been wanting for a while
or, taking yourself out on a self-care date, it’s
all about you. At Voir, more is more – don’t be
anything less than who you are. Make Your
Mark.
@Jyotivoir
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STEFFGASM (Noun):
Turning heads in a crowded room like Stefflon Don

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Words by VERONICA WONG DIFFA
“You’re gonna turn your head around when I walk in the room”, Steff
laughs as she talks to Voir about her fierce, confident, and playful
fashion sense. “I don’t like to look like everybody else in the room. I like
to stand out” - and with an exceptional reputation like hers, there’s no
denying it.
Stefflon Don, one of the UK’s top leading female rap artists and singers
of our time, is the emblem of an empowering woman, conquering the
creative industry one hit single and #steffgasm-ic outfit at a time. Best
known to write and rap her own music, having recently released ‘Dip’
with Ms Banks, and playing with remixes of her current favourite songs
like her fire adaptation of Rema’s ‘Soundgasm’, Steff takes a moment
from her busy (but clearly a vibe) studio session to tell us about her
journey into the industry and, how her music icons turned into hit
record features.
Seamlessly crossing music genres from Rap, Grime and Dancehall to
R&B, there is always one culture that heavily influences Steff ’s music -
“I grew up in a Jamaican household, so there’s a lot of Jamaican artists
that I grew up listening to”, Steff recalls as she lists her favourite artists
that inspired her from a young age. “Sean Paul, Beenie Man, Sanchez,
Buju Banton, Lady Saw – definitely early on, all the Jamaican acts
inspired me.” And with a huge music-loving family, particularly Steff ’s
mother, music was always playing in the house – “I was like a child
glued to the TV watching music videos, and my mum loved music too,
so there was always something good on like, Destiny’s Child, Missy
Elliott and Lil’ Kim – I love Lil’ Kim so much.”
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I USED TO LISTEN
TO YOU WHEN I
WAS A KID
AND I CAN’T
BELIEVE I’M
HERE
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“Oh my Gosh! [laughs] It’s so crazy… who’s been my favourite?”
Steff pauses to think hard about this, after all, she’s had so many killer
hits with big-name artists in the game like, Mariah Carey, Ne-Yo and
French Montana. “I think the one that makes me feel like ‘Wow, I used
to listen to you when I was a kid and I can’t believe I’m here working
with you’, was definitely Sean Paul… and even Buju Banton. Definitely
those two for me. Because growing up as a kid you just don’t think,
‘Oh, one day I’ll do a song with Sean Paul’ [laughs]. You just don’t really
say that! You can’t forget Lil’ Kim. She flew into my headline show and
performed. It was amazing! Listening to those people as kids and
being on a record with them is kind of surreal. Like I always knew I
would make it, but you never think that at [a young] age.”
It’s hard to imagine Steff as anything other than confident, fierce,
and affirmative but to our surprise, this wasn’t always the case -
“When I was younger, I was actually really shy, especially in music.
And I realised I was only shy because I was aware I wasn’t that good.
[laughs] That’s all it was. So, when I became good, I became less shy.”
Steff explains it was all a learning curve, that working hard on her
dreams and being proud of her accomplishments made her the
confident and courageous woman she is today. “When I was happy
with my own work and my own vocal ability, my own raps and rhymes,
that’s when the shyness disappeared. Cause I knew [then, that] I’m
good and I’m sick. So I grew this kind of attitude where you take it, or
you leave it [laughs].” Now, with sold-out concerts and tours, she can
firmly say she never gets nervous before a show.
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THIS IS EXACTLY
WHAT I WANNA
SOUND LIKE.
THIS IS EXACTLY
WHO I AM.
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Fearlessly showing the world that you can do whatever you put your
mind to, Steff created her own self-mantra;
You Are What You Do In The Morning.
“If you get up and the first thing you do is check your calendar, you read a
book to calm your [mindset] or, the first thing you do is get up, eat healthy
and go gym, that just tells who you are for the rest of the day. If you ain’t
doing that, then you’re not serious about whatever you’re doing. That’s
just how I feel.”
It’s all about setting yourself up for success in all aspects of your life and,
it undoubtedly works. Steff recounts the time she developed most in her
career – “[I developed most] when I was doing a few remixes, like the
Lock Arff Remix with Smoke Boys. When I done that, I was like ‘This is
exactly what I wanna sound like. This is exactly who I am.’ So when I wrote
those bars, shot that video, and put it out, I didn’t care if I had 5 views…
I didn’t even look at views. To me anything was a win as long as people
saw me… however many that was. I’m just happy that whoever’s seeing
me could say I’m hard. That’s it. That’s all I wanted.”
With an increased saturation of social platforms and millions of eyes set
on you, it’s difficult not to get overwhelmed by the so-called importance
of stats and engagement of your craft. But to Steff, numbers don’t come
close to the appreciation of your work. It’s all about trusting your creative
process and believing in yourself no matter how social media defines
you. “I feel like with me, I choose to focus on myself, I choose to focus on
what I got going on [around me]. To me, numbers and stuff were never
a big thing. Only now [am I] becoming more aware of it. [Social media]
is like, ‘These are the numbers, these are the numbers!’ But when I was
coming up, it wasn’t about numbers.
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I CHOOSE TO
FOCUS ON MYSELF,
I CHOOSE TO
FOCUS ON WHAT
I GOT GOING
ON AROUND ME.
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It was about making good music and everyone saying ‘You know what,
all their heart is in this, and their craft is amazing. That’s why I want to
work with them’. It’s becoming less about that which is sad.”
Although stats aren’t everything, Steff admits that when ‘Hurtin’ Me’
peaked UK’s number 7… “even though I felt like it should have gone
number 1, but I was up against a lot of even bigger people that week”
Steff laughs… she should have stopped to appreciate it a little longer – “I
thought… I should have enjoyed that time more because I didn’t realise
it was a big thing.”
Steff’s incredible engagement from her roaring fans and supportive
family and friends proves there’s nowhere else she’d rather be, than
making beats in her studio and creating chart hitting singles – “Most of
the time I get inspired by songs I’ve heard and I’ll start writing in my notes
and then voice record the melodies. Sometimes I even play a beat, hop
on the mic, and start freestyling stuff. That’s how I made Hurtin’ Me and
16 Shots… I didn’t write a lot down, I kinda just got on the mic and just
vibed.”
With her head in the beats and her body in the booth, when does Steff
ever get time to rest? She pauses to think just as long… “When am I ever
not working? And what would I possibly wanna do with my time when
I’m not working [laughs].” But the truth is, a well-earned break (with a
small dab of worker’s guilt), is spent with her family, especially her son,
where she always takes time to help with his homework no matter
what. Otherwise, Steff catches up with her friends who understand the
challenging nature of the tough creative industry! As much as herself,
Steff will always make an effort to celebrate and congratulate her fellow
female artists as, “Women empowering women should be natural. We
are the nurturers, we are providers, without women there is nothing
[laughs]. And that’s the truth!” That’s female empowerment at its best.
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WE ARE THE
NURTURERS, WE
ARE PROVIDERS,
WITHOUT WOMEN
THERE IS NOTHING
AND THAT’S
THE TRUTH!
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Illustration Artist: Natalya Nagibina

Image: @Roserotica

Words by CAITLIN SAHIN
An INTERVIEW with DR. ELISABETH
SHEFF: ‘Monogamy Until Tequila’ and Other
Ideas of Polyamory.
Relationship Expert, DR. ELISABETH SHEFF
Answers your Questions On Polyamory, Partners,
And Relationship Priorities
Polyamory - what does it mean and who is it for? Nonmonogamous
relationships have become the new thing, but
there is more to learn about these relationship types than what
we see on social media. Most recently, Will Smith and Jada
Pinkett Smith revealed their non-monogamous marriage
during an episode of ‘Red Table Talk’ sparking the internet’s
opinions on the couple’s lifestyle choices. Voir sat down with
expert Dr. Elisabeth Sheff, known as Dr. Eli, to learn all about
polyamory, how to open a relationship, and most importantly,
setting boundaries and communicating consent.

Words by CAITLIN SAHIN
MEET DR. ELI,
with a Ph.D. in sociology and a background studying polyamorous
families with children since 1996, she offers an informative, nonjudgmental
perspective on non-monogamous relationships. Firstly,
what really is polyamory? Dr. Eli, defines it as “a form of consensual
non-monogamy, with emphasis on emotional intimacy and sometimes
sexual intimacy, occurring among groups of more than two people.” A
polyamorous relationship may sound similar to an open relationship but
these labels depend on how the individuals involved choose to define
themselves: “open relationships resemble an umbrella category whereas
polyamory is a more specific relationship. In an open relationship, there
is no assumption that you have to be honest with your partners as it is
undefined. In polyamory, everyone impacted by the relationship is fully
aware as honesty and communication are prioritized.”
The thought of a polyamorous relationship can sound appealing for
many, as Dr. Eli explains it allows a partner “to get their needs met by
more people. They no longer have to rely on one person to fulfill sexual,
emotional, social and even, intellectual needs.” No longer focusing solely
on one single person can raise questions of commitment, which Dr. Eli
emphasizes is different for specific relationships: “Some people will
have a primary commitment to one person, whereas others are equally
committed to all their partners and enjoy the freedom and fluidity of
these secondary, rather than primary relations.”
A polyamorous relationship may seem like a balancing act, so we asked
Dr. Eli, how can everyone remain happy and satisfied in a
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“
“
OTHERS FEEL LIKE THEY ARE
FINALLY TAKING THEIR
FIRST FULL BREATH
OF AIR...
”
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She explains this dramatically differs for each relationship, “some
people may be miserable and it simply is not for them, whereas others
feel like they are finally taking their first full breath of air; most often it’s
a middle-ground. The beginning of the relationship can be particularly
difficult as at that point you are working out where everyone fits but
once everyone is comfortable, it can be an incredibly smooth and
fulfilling journey.”
Dr. Eli’s work specializes in research of polyamorous families with
children, she explained the practicalities of that relationship dynamic
further: “Most people don’t live with all of their partners, it’s hard to find
housing, even for big monogamous families where everyone has their
own space! The vast majority of children find polyamorous families to
be really supportive, learning life skills like good communication and
emotional resilience. It’s an environment in which adults will apologize
for their actions when they’re wrong and maintain honesty with the
children, this open communication trickles into parenting from
polyamory.” And whilst the children may be surrounded by multiple
adults in their life, “the majority of children only view two biological
parents, the other partners are seen as aunties/uncles, they play a
supportive and fun role rather than a disciplinary role.”
Dr. Eli puts this down to the increase of internet communications
changing everything, including the inclusivity of other sex and gender
minorities.
Image: @CowPetter
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BABYBOOMERS CREATED
THE BOXES, BUT GEN-Z
BABYBOOMERS CREATED
THE BOXES, BUT GEN-Z
DOESN’T DON’T NEED
THOSE BOXES
”

“Non-conformists could find other people much more easily through
the internet, and among Gen-Z, polyamory fits right in with their larger
generation of fluidity. Babyboomers created the boxes, but Gen-Z
don’t need those boxes.”
Dr. Eli shared her wisdom on relationships in general, advising single
women to “be picky and choosey”. She reasons that “you don’t have
to put up with a form of relationship that doesn’t fit you.” Another must
for any successful relationship is prioritizing consent - “For a truly
consensual relationship, things have to be negotiable, re-negotiating
later is not going back on your word, consent is ongoing and you can
revisit it at any point in a relationship.”
Now that we know what polyamory is,
how can we find out if it is right for us?
Dr. Eli advises experimentation, her close friend has firmly asserted
herself as “heterosexual until tequila” and is perfectly happy with
experimenting in specific circumstances! Often, polyamory or
monogamy can be hardwired for individuals. Dr. Eli has even found
in her studies that when polyamorists reflect on their childhood they
notice they never had a singular best friend, but rather specific friends
for different aspects of their life. Furthermore, if you are already in
a relationship and are considering polyamory with your partner, it’s
important to first be able to “authentically say you will allow your
partner to be with other people and that you can handle the feelings
which come with that - if you don’t believe you can do that, then
don’t attempt it.” It can be a challenging relationship that requires
communication, negotiation, and self-awareness. The bonding
project test online, partly created by Dr. Eli, is a good option to see if
polyamory is for you.
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You can take the short test to judge what your preferred relationship
style is - if you and your partner are curious, the bonding project is a
good opportunity to compare results and see what relationship styles
you are most compatible in. When opening the relationship with your
partner, Dr. Eli prioritizes talking about boundaries first, “consider what
happens if one person is attracted to someone and the other person
is not. Some couples sabotage themselves by making assumptions
that they will only date people together.”
She also explains that there is a divide between wanting sexual variety
and polyamory and it’s important to understand what you and your
partner are seeking in opening the relationship. If you’re currently
single and looking to experiment, dating apps can be a good option
for finding fellow polyamorists.
Whilst polyamory may not be for everyone, there is no harm in learning
about different relationship types and questioning our own identities
without judgment. Our main takeaways from speaking to Dr. Eli are
consent, communication, and honesty - whether or not you are a
strict monogamous, a ‘monogamous until tequila’, or a hardwired
polyamorist, these three areas can be applied to any relationship for
SUCCESS.
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World reowned renowned Astrologer Joanne Hope (whose clients
include include the the Osbournes and and the the Housewives of Cheshire)
provides an an insight into into what awaits us.
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ARIES
MAR 21-APRIL 19
LUCKY COLOUR: WHITE
LUCKY CRYSTAL: DIAMOND
As autumn is now underway it allows you to slow down the normal fast pace of Aries and get yourself
comfortable for the Christmas season. Being bold and larger than life is the mission of Aries. Impulsive
and self reliant, you can make light of any difficult situation and improve the well being of those in your
care. Jupiter is back and can turn lead into gold, so take advantage of its beneficial properties to expand
your world, transforming anything that is outmoded, updating is good for the soul. Love can ring true for
you now, so hold on to a good relationship that will stand the test of time. If you are single, then mingle as
your soulmate is out there waiting to be in your life. Your smile is your best feature, so keep on smiling.
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TAURUS
APRIL 20-MAY 20
LUCKY COLOUR: GREEN
LUCKY CRYSTAL: EMERALD
Taurus, your ruler Venus the planet of beauty is showering you with blessings, Jupiter is also back after a
year in retrograde, to give you some more, so it is the right time to bring in your self care routine and feel
yourself transforming as complimentary responses come from others to let you know what you are doing
is working and well worth the effort. How you look makes a difference to how you feel, so make sure you
make use of this magical time and you will look and feel amazing. Prospects for your career look good if
you are ambitious, take a few risks to get to where you are going, get in touch with those that can help you
to see what is great within you and bring it out into the open, don’t be shy. Love is trying to show you how
to accept the things you cannot change and embrace what you have, no one is perfect but a good heart is
essential and all you need to find your true love. Current relationships look solid and long lasting.
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GEMINI
MAY 21-JUNE 20
Twins, your luck is in as you propel yourself forward into a
time of progress and prosperity. Jupiter is back and shines
its light into your career sector, helping you soar to the top.
Good fortune follows you in your effort’s as opportunities
abound, what you never thought possible, is possible now.
The world is changing so much around you and you can
change with it, so adapt to what crosses your path and
be positive in your outlook as anything spectacular can
happen now. Love leads you down the road to happiness
and domestic bliss, get comfortable and feel complete with
your partner as plans for the future are taking hold. If you
are single, a chance encounter can turn into something
romantic, so explore your options and follow the feelings
that tell you this is the one, only then can love blossom.
LUCKY COLOUR: YELLOW
LUCKY CRYSTAL: CITRINE
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Hold your head up high and be proud of all the good work you have done. The super positive power you
exude rubs off on others and you will have them eating out of your hands by the time winter is over. As
the end of the year approaches, what you have achieved is just the beginning of a whole new chapter in
your career, the time for expansion is drawing near and you can soar to the top. Living life in the fast lane
requires a fast pace, so get your energy levels up as you will see everything start to speed up and the
results will be phenomenal. Love requests you to follow your heart and if it feels right, do it, if not, don’t.
You have a chance to find an everlasting love, so don’t settle for anything less. If you are already in a
relationship, bring the power of love to the table and take advantage of Jupiter’s blessings, it’s a good time
for real commitment, whether you are getting married, moving in together or expanding your family, life is
looking good.
LUCKY COLOUR: SILVER
LUCKY CRYSTAL: RUBY
CANCER
JUNE 21-JULY 22

LEO
JULY 23-AUG 22
Be brave Leo, use your intuitive faculties to guide your way forward into a golden future, your destiny
is calling you and guiding you through. Jupiter returns and so the prospects for your career are looking
great, what you put in, you will get out and more, all your hard work will be rewarded and your goals will be
reached. Be excited by what’s around the corner and use your creativity to its fullest to make the most of
this time. The light of love is shining in your heart like a golden sun, love of the self allows you to love others
unconditionally and so you should take time for yourself and realise that you are truly beautiful, blessed
and really loved for being you. If you commit to another, communicate your needs as there is no doubt
you will shower your other half with love and take care of all their needs. If you decide to stay independent,
commit to you and spoil yourself for a change, you can only benefit from some TLC.
LUCKY COLOUR: GOLD
LUCKY CRYSTAL: PERIDOT
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VIRGO
AUG 23-SEPT 22
The final part of the year is lucky for you as a new chapter begins and you find yourself in a prosperous
season full of exciting opportunities to expand and grow. Nothing can stop you now as you have completed
a phase of your life that has given you lots of experience that will stand the test of time. Jupiter is back
after a year going retrograde, bringing you plenty of good luck that amuses and uplifts you. Your career
can go from strength to strength so make the most of destiny opening doors for you, all you have to do is
knock. Love speaks to you wherever you are, telling you to follow your own rules so you can find happiness
in love with the one you desire. If you are already in a relationship, then plan ahead and make sure you
include romance.
LUCKY COLOUR: ORANGE
LUCKY CRYSTAL: YELLOW SAPPHIRE
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LIBRA
SEPT 23-OCT 22
Being ambitious can get you anywhere now, everything you do is being noticed and what matters most
is your attitude to success. Know your worth and be confident as you explore the opportunities that
life literally throws at you, it’s no time to be a wallflower. Life demands that you are out in the public eye
showing off your amazing talented self. Being hard working and talented is not always easy but so worth
it. Celebrate the coming time as you can savour all you have accomplished and go on to achieve even
more success. Love wants you to think about what makes you happy, if you can think it, you can do it, so
reach out to that special someone and let them know how you feel. A relationship can go from strength to
strength if you let your guard down and allow yourself to be loved and cared for, give and take is the best
solution, be happy in yourself and all will be well.
LUCKY COLOUR: PINK
LUCKY CRYSTAL: PINK KUNZITE
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SCORPIO
OCT 23-NOV 21
Sexy and seductive depicts the Scorpio vibe this autumnal
season, you have the power to attract and a magnetism
that will bring your soulmate right to you. If you have been
searching for the one, then Jupiter’s good influence will
lead you to them. Traveling together or making plans for
the future is well starred and lucky for your relationship,
domestically you will be improving your circumstances, so
there is room for a little one! Your career goes from strength
to strength as the seeds you planted at the beginning of the
year are now being harvested, helping you to see all your
study and hard work has real results. Financial prospects
are looking good as you say goodbye to the dark days and
say hello to a bright, brilliant future.
LUCKY COLOUR: BLACK
LUCKY CRYSTAL: TOURMALINE
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Travel may very well be on your mind as your quest for adventure beckons you, take advantage of Jupiter’s
marvellous influence and go for it. Those that think they know you will be surprised at your knowledge of
the globe and unending energy to explore it. Organisational skills are you at your best, so preparation
is never wasted, and the small details are just as important, be patient and the results will be amazing.
Saving the world may well be on your mind in these troubled times and if anyone can make a difference, it’s
you, so spread your good influence confidently wherever you go. Love is good, love is kind, your kindness
to another will bring good karma and a fine partner along with it. Friends sometimes become partners
because of compatibility, so don’t discount someone who has always been there and loves you very much.
In an established relationship moving home or updating your old one is beneficial, by the end of the year
you will be able to relax and concentrate on more entertainment and the joy of living.
LUCKY COLOUR: RED
LUCKY CRYSTAL: WHITE TOPAZ
SAGGITARIUS
NOV 22-DEC 21
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CAPRICORN
DEC 22-JAN 19
Stable and secure, the ever-down-to-earth Capricorn feels cosy and warm with feelings of contentment
because of the success gained this year. Developments have been happening in your career that will only
benefit you now and will allow you to have access to so much more. You have an instinctual nature and
can use this to navigate your way through any difficulties. As this season kicks in, wear earthy autumnal
colours to compliment your nature, be practical with your personal self, conscious about your well-being
and how happy it makes you feel. Good things come to those that wait, you have followed all the rules of
patience and now it truly will pay off. Love takes you to a place that lovers meet, romantic gestures with
affection win you over and commitment is on the cards. For those in a relationship, you can dive deep into
your heart and bring all your shared love to the surface and appreciate each other more. Try getting that
special someone something that symbolises your love.
LUCKY COLOUR: BLUE
LUCKY CRYSTAL: BLUE SAPPHIRE
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AQUARIUS
JAN 20-FEB 18
Setting your sights on bigger and better ways of living your life and finding your own brand of personal
happiness is key now, the time has come to show the world what you are made of. Do not underestimate
what you can do and whom you can meet, it’s all there waiting for you, all you have to do is show up! Jupiter
will bless you with extra luck as you seek and find what you are looking for. Career paths can open, so
choose wisely as you are at the crossroads and so your decisions will have a far-reaching effect on your
working life. Be at one with yourself, know you are the best of the best and find it in your heart to trust that.
Love helps you settle down into a relationship that is mutually satisfying and the blessings that come from
that make you happy. If you are still looking for your other half, then connecting with your hobbies can
bring in a great partnership, full of mutual understanding and love.
LUCKY COLOUR: ORANGE
LUCKY CRYSTAL: AMBER
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A new lease of life begins for Pisces, as you approach the winter season you are not ready to settle
for less, so it’s finally time to explore your horizons and see what exciting experiences in love you can
have. Emotions run high and there is never a dull moment as a passionate relationship takes hold, thank
goodness you kept your faith in love as it will surely delight you when you see you can, at last, be with
the one you love. Long distance relationships will flourish or if you are estranged, reconciling is possible.
Jupiter kick starts your career and gives you the boost you need to successfully fulfil lyour
dreams. There
is always hope as you continue on, hand in hand with your destiny, ready to take on whatever life throws at
you, your determined attitude and zest for life will get you everywhere, literally! Wind down the year with a
positive attitude and all the good work you’ve done will follow you into the next.
LUCKY COLOUR: SEA GREEN
LUCKY CRYSTAL: AQUAMARINE
PISCES
FEB 19-MAR 20
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