Dating an Aries man? Here's what you need to know
There are just a few basics that need to be explored when you first start dating someone. Where is he from? What does he do for a living? Oh, and most definitely, when’s his birthday? This isn’t just for remembering when to send that “happy b-day :)” text! Knowing a potential partner's zodiac sign can really help in understanding his behaviour. Astrology helps us break down personality traits, pet peeves, and, yes, even dating patterns. It can be fun and informative to look up his sign and see how yours works with his.
If you’re dating, Insta sleuthing (hi, guilty), or just fantasising over an Aries man, we’re here to help you navigate him. These fiery rams are assertive, competitive, and just a little bit extra, but don’t be intimidated — they’ve got a real soft side too.
Luckily, astrology allows us to decipher personality traits, pet peeves, and so much more. And trust me when I say, there is sooo much more to an Aries man than you initially realised. So if your guy was born between 21st March and 19th April, you’re in for a treat, but as it goes with any sign, there are some things you may want to keep an eye out for.
First, a birth chart calculator
Not sure if your partner/crush is really an Aries? Put their bday into this birth chart calculator to make sure:
This birth chart calculator was created by www.astro-seek.com in collaboration with astrologer Narayana Montúfar. Learn more about Narayana's work on her website www.naramon.com.
The Aries basics
Birthday: 21st March to 19th April
Modality: Cardinal
Element: Fire
Ruling planet: Mars
Represented by: The Ram
Tarot card: The Emperor
Best crystals: Citrine, diamond, onyx, rose quartz, amber
Keywords: Bold, ambitious, wild, exciting, energetic, competitive, curious, driven, passionate, playful, assertive, competitive, extra
Love anthem: 'Love Game,' by Lady Gaga
Watch this romance movie together: Ten Things I Hate About You (1999), directed by Gil Junger
Famous Aries men: Lil Nas X, Paul Rudd, Chance the Rapper, David Oyelowo, Ewan McGregor, Michael Fassbender, Pharrell Williams, Conan O’Brien, Eddie Murphy, Seth Rogen, Hayden Christensen, Robert Downey Jr., Big Sean
An Aries man's best traits
The thing about spending time with an Aries man is that no matter what you do, you have fun. There's just something about his natural playful and passionate nature that means even the most boring outing seems exciting...but if your Aries dude has anything to say about it, the outing he plans will be anything but boring. He's always ready to try something new and exciting, whether it's skydiving or inventing his own cocktail.
An Aries man's worst traits
When things go wrong with Aries, they go wrong. This guy has a temper, and while he'd like to just argue it out so you can make up and move forward, not everyone will gel with his direct approach to conflict. And yes, he can get sulky if he doesn't get his way, too. Also, Aries can be a little...immature. Sometimes this vibe means you're having a blast revisiting your favourite Disney movies from childhood, and sometimes it means you're cringing at his fart jokes. Sorry!!!
The best matches for an Aries man
Aries and Aries
Of course, who could be a better match for an Aries than another Aries? Two rams are better than one!
Aries and Gemini
Aries also loves Gemini’s curiosity. Air signs and fire signs go together like, well, a house on fire (in a good way....unless you cross them).
Aries and Leo
Fellow fire signs Leo and Sagittarius will love Aries’ high-tempo lifestyle, healthy love of competition, and truly unique personality. Being the same element, these fire signs have frictionless compatibility with each other and are most likely to get along well. Aries is particularly attracted to Leo’s flair for the dramatic.
Aries and Libra
Finally, Aries has an opposites-attract-style vibe with diplomatic Libra (they’re literally opposites on the zodiac). They don’t have a lot in common, but they’re drawn to each other all the same.
Aries and Sagittarius
Just like with Leo, fire signs Aries and Sagittarius burn bright together. This time, Aries is particularly drawn to Sagittarius’ adventurous nature. A dual-fire-sign couple is never bored!
Aries and Aquarius
Aries also thrives with air sign Aquarius. In this case, bold Aries is drawn to Aquarius’s eccentricity and the way they love to stand out in a crowd.
The worst matches for an Aries man
Aries and Cancer
Aries is ruled by Mars, probs the most aggressive planet, so yeah, they don’t get along with everyone. In particular, Aries clashes with watery Cancer. It’s just too easy for Aries to accidentally hurt this sensitive lil crab bb’s feelings!
Aries and Capricorn
On the other hand, Aries and Capricorn can face some challenges. Capricorn has five-year-plans on five-year-plans, which Aries can find, well, kinda boring, TBH!
Aries and Pisces
Aries can also clash with water sign Pisces. Pisces is one of the most sensitive signs of the zodiac, while Aries is one of the boldest and most outspoken, plus, they have a temper. It's too easy for Aries to accidentally hurt Pisces's feelings, just by telling it like it is.
BTW, if you're incompatible...
That said, having incompatible Sun signs doesn’t mean your relationship is doomed — it just means you might have to put in a little work to really ~get~ each other. And compatibility is about so much more than your Sun sign anyway, so if your Moon signs or another part of your birth charts mesh well, you might be an astrologically blessed match anyway.
But even if your birth chart is full of Capricorn placements, if you make an effort to understand your Aries boo — and vice versa —you can have a great relationship too. And TBH, ~astrological tension~ can often lead to ~sexual tension~, so there’s something to be said for “incompatibility”!
Sex with an Aries man
As a fire sign, Aries is PASSIONATE. They have no problem taking the initiative in the bedroom, and they might even have fun with a bit of power play (they have a bossy side, after all). In fact, Aries is almost always down to experiment in the bedroom. They’re naturally curious and playful, and to them, sex should be fun more than anything else. They’re always suggesting new sex positions, toys, kinks, and sex scenarios. Their sex lives are anything but boring! Like Sonic, Aries gotta go fast, which means they quickie connoisseurs.
A relationship with an Aries man
A relationship with an Aries man is FUN. This guy has an amazing sense of curiosity and seemingly endless reserves of energy — he'd much rather go skydiving together, or at least go on a hike, than Netflix and chill. Hopefully you can keep up!
An Aries man in love
While he might be a little noncommittal when you begin dating, once an Aries man is in, he is all in. He wants to spend all his time with you...in fact, he's kind of obsessed with you (in a good way!). He's not afraid to show his romantic side, so expect flowers on date nights, coffee in bed in the mornings, and lots and lots of passionate sex.
A date with an Aries man
Aries are naturally active. Which doesn’t mean you need to take them to the gym on the first date (though actually, they might be up for that). It just means that “Netflix and chill” is boring to them. They want to do stuff! That could be anything from visiting a new bar to taking a dance class together to skydiving. It’s all about ~the new~. So go ahead, start a Notes app list of every fun date idea you can think of, because your Aries man doesn’t want to do the same thing twice.
An Aries man at home
Aries is the type who doesn’t stay in one place for long. To them, their homes are simply a place for them to sleep before they go out! That said, they want their pad to be comfy, cozy, and clutter-free. The one exception: You might see evidence of Aries’ hobbies — even if they abandoned them. That cocktail-making class they took? Football team they joined? Yeah, you might see a ball or cocktail shaker around, because Aries has better things to do with their weekend than taking care of their “to-donate” box.
An Aries man at the office
Aries is amazing at coming up with brilliant new ideas for projects...but they might need a little help seeing them through to the end. They’re known for the creative ideas and can-do spirit, and they’re also just FUN. They’re the ones dressing up in full costume for Halloween, even if no one else is. Aries are also naturally bossy, so if they’re not THE boss yet, they kinda act like they are...or hey, they might prefer to be self-employed so they don’t have to answer to anyone else.
An Aries man with friends
Aries’ playful, outgoing nature make them a popular person to have around! Their friends are inspired by just how much sh*t they do every week, so Aries will never lack for a plus-one. They make friends easily, but hopefully you don’t cross them...Aries wants to be in charge and as fire signs, they’re naturally hotheaded.
A gift for an Aries man
To be honest, it’s hard to pick a gift that Aries *doesn’t* like! They’re playful, curious, and love trying new things, so really the only way to go wrong is to buy them something they’ve already told you they hate (and even then, they might just think it’s funny). Whether it’s a statement accessory or a set of fancy hot sauce, Aries is all about the BOLD. And consider an “experience” gift over something physical, like an all-day pass to the amusement park or tickets for their fave concert.
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