Zodiac Sign: Aries

As the first sign of the zodiac, you're always number one — whether you're leading a female-empowerment revolution like Aries Gloria Steinem, or commanding the stage as a solo star, like Ramstress Lady Gaga. Ruled by take-charge Mars, you never hesitate to step up when the need for a captain arises. You're a natural at delegating, sometimes even coming across as bossy or egotistical. C'est la vie. You know what you can and can't handle, and may be a role model to other women in learning to set boundaries and say "no." As the reigning Queen of Originality, you set trends simply by wearing your creativity on your sleeve. You are popular without even trying, but often resist becoming attached to people. You fear this may cramp your freedom or encroach on the alone time that you hold so dear. You can be a bit of a diva with your inner circle, however, and may have unreasonable expectations of them — especially when you want attention. As a rule of thumb, don't ask others to do anything that you wouldn't be willing to offer in return. As a Fire sign, you tend to burn the candle at both ends. Having adequate "decompression" time is essential; otherwise you may suffer from migraines (your sign rules the head) or chronic fatigue. In love, you need a partner who is both independent and doting at once. You love to be spoiled and fawned over — as long as you're also respected for your strength.

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Symbol: The Ram
Element: Fire
Ruling planet: Mars, the celestial warrior
Body part: Head
Color: Red
Gemstone: Diamond
Tarot card: The Emperor
Motto: "Anything you can do, I can do better."

Standout qualities: Trailblazing originality, fierce leadership, commanding presence (both onstage and off)

What makes you happy: Cutting-edge fashion (especially in red), new music, taking photographs (especially self-portraits), earning degrees

What brings you down: Closed-minded people, losing games, being ignored, admitting that you were wrong

Famous people: Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Sarah Jessica Parker, Maya Angelou, Reese Witherspoon, Keira Knightley, Cynthia Nixon, Marcia Cross, Kristen Stewart, Lady Gaga, Fergie, Gloria Steinem, Leighton Meester, Victoria Beckham, Kate Hudson, America Ferrera, Billie Holiday, Doris Day