Virgo Woman

The Virgo woman isn't easy, but she's definitely worth the trouble. Like a virgin, she's got an innocence about her, even though her fast-moving mind is shrewd and capable. She's sweet and demure, even when she dresses like a badass biker chick (like Virgos Pink and Amy Winehouse). Virgo women are always thinking, planning, organizing, analyzing. They're the pickiest girls in the zodiac, and they don't settle down with anyone unless he comes close to her image of perfection. Either that or they end up as eternal caretakers who feel "stuck" in codependent relationships—but once a Virgo extracts herself from such a situation, she rarely shuns the lesson. Once bitten, twice shy. Because she's proud and deeply self-critical, nothing returns a Virgo woman to her chaste origins like a badly played relationship. She can't stand looking bad in others' eyes. People who enjoy being fussed over and spoiled will love to be around a mothering Virgo woman. Independent types need not apply. As the sign of the helper, she needs to do for others. Receiving is her challenge. The Virgo woman needs solitude on demand and is uncomfortable having others fret over her. She has an arsenal of defenses that keep others from getting too close before she feels ready. If you want to soften her resistance, be ready to talk about many topics and demonstrate your intellectual prowess. She's more interested in mental and moral compatibility than washboard abs—though she may be a health nut who appreciates good eating habits. Geek is chic in her world, so dazzle her with your brilliance. Once she trusts you, her softer, receptive side will emerge—the one she only reveals to a privileged few. She may look like the "library lady" on the outside, but don't judge this lusty book by its solemn cover. In bed, the Virgo woman has an earthy sensuality and an appetite for play.

Famous Virgo Women

Cameron Diaz, Jada Pinkett Smith, Salma Hayek, Nicole Richie, Sophia Loren, Greta Garbo, Beyoncé, Faith Hill, Pink, Amy Winehouse, Alexis Bledel, Stella McCartney, LeAnn Rimes, Rose McGowan

Virgo Man

Virgo is ruled by Mercury, planet of the mind. This is a guy who wants to talk and learn, hear your opinion and share his with you. He's a bit of an introvert at times, but once he emerges from his solitude, he loves deep, one-on-one conversations that stimulate his intellect. Nothing gets his blood pumping like a bold, brainy girl with good morals. Yes, he can be preachy and fussy about the things he believes in—you may have to endure an occasional soapbox diatribe about the perils of smoking or why the government sucks. But he's also the best listener you'll ever meet, totally captivated by what's going on in your head. He could even be a wild child, with hard-living days on his record that morph into lessons that he later preaches to anyone who will listen. He may in his lifetime be drawn to troubled, even toxic mates in the name of a Virgo rescue mission. If you're looking for a flashy playboy who will spend money with abandon, look elsewhere. He's not always quick to part with his money and can be a little frugal. Whatever he has plenty of, though, the Virgo man is happy to share. If you love a simple, practical, intelligent guy who's generous with his time and attention, the Virgo man is an amazing caretaker. Although some Virgos can look a little geeky or buttoned-up on the outside (they often wear glasses, true to stereotype), don't be fooled. As an earth sign, the Virgo man is one of the most sensual, attentive lovers you'll meet, and your pleasure is his priority. Just don't criticize or belittle him. As the perfectionist sign, he's extremely hard on himself—though he'll mask this with haughtiness before he admits it. This is not the guy you ever want to "teach a lesson" to. However, he loves to analyze human behavior, so if you want to know where he stands, approach it through the filter of a third person ("I have this friend who..."), rather than put him under the microscope. At times, he can be a little gloomy, so the wise woman who helps him lighten up and crack a smile will be the one he wants to keep.

Famous Virgo Men

Keanu Reeves, Richard Gere, Harry Connick Jr., Luke Wilson, James Gandolfini, Kobe Bryant, Jimmy Fallon, Michael Jackson, Macaulay Culkin, Adam Sandler, Prince Harry, Hugh Grant, Barry White, Stephen King