Your 2023 Sex Horoscope Says You'll Be Coming First

Although 2023 may have started on a bit of a chaotic note in the love and sex space, we can at least count on the upcoming astrological transits for incredible opportunities for passion and sex the rest of 2023.

The astrology of 2023 so far has ushered in immense change, thanks to a few notable planetary movements: taskmaster Saturn entered watery Pisces on March 7, giving us an abundance of hope in our approach to sex (though sometimes at the expense of our boundaries); transformational Pluto briefly entered idealistic Aquarius from March 23 to June 11, encouraging us to embrace authenticity in the bedroom; and benefic Jupiter entered earthy Taurus on May 16, bringing a "slow burn" energy to our sex lives.

Additionally, with Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Pluto all retrograde in 2023, we have been able to use these times as checkpoints for our sensual endeavors — opportunities to reflect, reassess, and, if necessary, redirect our passions throughout the year. There will also be some eclipses that will throw us destined curveballs in the fall, opening up new cycles of self-discovery in love, self-love, sex, and self-pleasure while encouraging us to let go of what's no longer serving us.

Aside from this, the North Node entered Aries and the South Node entered Libra on July 17, and they'll be in this axis for the rest of the year. These shifts encourage us to be selfish in the bedroom. If that feels like a negative ask, reconsider: the South Node represents the karmic past and our stuck points, and the South Node in balanced Libra may shine a light on the ways in which we've overcompromised in our relationships for the sake of keeping the peace.

At the same time, the North Node of fate and destiny entering independent Aries reminds us that our needs matter just as much as our partners'. To tap into our inner fire and true pleasure, then, we'll have to learn to release our desire to please our partners and to instead put ourselves first. Rest assured, doing so will reward us by helping us unlock an entirely new level of satisfaction and passion.

If there's one main message to keep in mind as we approach intimacy the rest of 2023, it's that we'll need to keep our own needs and desire for sensual exploration at the forefront in order to truly enjoy an authentic and satisfying bond — not only with our partners but also with ourselves. For more specific insight into what to expect in your sex life for the rest of 2023, find your sun sign or rising sign below and see what's being highlighted for you in the year ahead.

For the full picture of your year ahead, be sure to read your zodiac sign's 2023 horoscope, 2023 love horoscope, 2023 money and career horoscope, and 2023 wellness and happiness horoscope, too.

Prioritize your sexual needs the rest of this year, Aries. When Venus entered Leo, you had plenty of opportunities to show off in the bedroom, since the warm, fiery confidence of the Lion gave you a roaring sex life. But Venus retrograde may have paused some romantic opportunities for you, leading you to decide if you and your partner were on the same page. Whether you decided to sync back up again or move on, it'll all be in service to a healthier, more fiery sex life.

Fate and destiny also changed in your favor throughout the summer when the North Node entered your sign at the same time the South Node entered Libra in mid-July. For the rest of the year, you'll need to focus on asserting your needs and expectations for intimacy to avoid repeating any past mistakes. Although it might be a little aggressive at times, the North Node can help you attain what you desire.

By mid-October, you'll feel like it's time for you to couple up — it's not just cuffing season, it's also the new-moon solar eclipse in Libra. This fated yet unpredictable lunation could bring a new lover into your orbit or help you take your sex life with an existing partner to the next level in an unexpected way. As Venus enters Libra on Nov. 8, you may find yourself settling into a commitment — but don't forget yourself in this process. Remember, the theme of this year is selfishness: make sure you're getting what you want before settling into a routine in bed.

Take advantage of new opportunities to indulge in your sexual fantasies and kinks, Taurus. Although you may feel doubtful of your sexual potency or your ability to have the type of sex you want, Jupiter's retrograde now through Dec. 30 is actually a beautiful opportunity to step into your authenticity. Use the retrograde to work on feeling confident in your charisma and desires while getting comfortable with a lack of control when it comes to romance.

Currently, you may feel somewhat unsure of your love life thanks to when Mercury stationed retrograde in Virgo from Aug. 23 to Sept. 15. All you'll need to do to push through the rest of the year, though, is be extra clear about your desires, expectations, and consent. After you put in some work in the first half of the year, you'll be rewarded: watch your sex life flourish throughout the rest of 2023.

Dive deeper into your sensual curiosities, Gemini. In the midst of your season, hopefully you shined with confidence and explored your sexual interests. The Pluto retrograde in Capricorn from now to Oct. 10 will only strengthen your ability to harness your power, enabling you to instill better boundaries in your intimate relationships.

Around July 6, you may have felt like you needed to cut any entanglements out of your life to feel more empowered during the full moon in Capricorn. If ending a FWB deal or situationship to better your sex life seemed counterintuitive, know that you became in control of your ability to access pleasure, rather than relying on others. Hopefully in doing so, you opened up about a kink you've wanted to explore or became honest about a certain position you know is key to getting you off — and as a result, you've had the kind of truly earth-shaking sex you've always wanted.

Expect to feel more sexually mature during the full moon in your sign at the end of November; it may even conclude a chapter of indecision. By the new moon in Sagittarius on Dec. 12, you could manifest exploring new sexual terrain with your partner. (Didn't we say you'll be exploring your sexual curiosities all year long?)

Are you ready to take your sex life to the next level, Cancer? You may have noticed a subtle yet powerful shift in your sex life when Pluto stationed retrograde in Capricorn on June 11. This astronomical event will continue to transform your subconscious relationship with sex until Oct. 10. Secretive yet seductive, you may find that this inner transformation illuminates your sensual talents and fears. You can use this time to overcome your fear of intimacy or vulnerability since Pluto retrograde could help you become sexually savvy. Don't be afraid to watch new genres of porn or to introduce different sex toys into the bedroom. Overcoming your inhibitions can be incredibly orgasmic!

The full moon in Capricorn in early July and the full moon in Aquarius in early August both offered opportunities to refocus. Your word of the year is "intimacy," and these full moons encouraged you to ditch any immaturity that might have been causing you to shy away from the type of deep, vulnerable intimacy that can be scary to lose yourself to. But the reward of leaning into this kind of sensual bond is indescribable — some of the best sex comes from being able to be totally bare before someone else, literally and figuratively.

Leo, your sex life is about to be incredibly unique — as long as you stay grounded in reality and don't get too lost in fantasy. Summertime was undeniably fierce, especially when the full moon in Sagittarius revved up your sensuality on June 3. Full moons are extremely potent, so this could have been the perfect time to shoot your shot with that person you've been crushing on or to put your desires all out in the open in an existing sexual relationship.

With both Saturn retrograde in Pisces and Neptune retrograde in Pisces, it's another good time to be honest with what you desire in an intimate bond. Both of these backspins will shine a light on your hidden sexual and emotional cravings. If you let go of a sex partner or bedroom activity you're no longer enjoying during the Sagittarius full moon, you can think of these retrogrades as an opportunity to fill in those spaces with the type of sex you do want to be having. That can be as simple as a position change-up (down with doggy, in with missionary) or it might be a more radical shift.

Although summertime may have felt sluggish, you can expect your love life to get hot and heavy again when Mars enters frisky Sagittarius on Nov. 24. If you've been dying to try something new, like a toy or position, then set the intention to be more sexually adventurous during the new moon in Sagittarius in mid-December.

Virgo, it's time to embrace your sensuality and desire for commitment. At the beginning of summer, two retrogrades threw a curveball in your sex life: Pluto retrograde entered Capricorn from June 11 to Oct. 10 and Saturn retrograde entered Pisces from June 17 to Nov. 14. Continue to use the two backspins as a cosmic opportunity to find your sensual power and authority, which will ultimately help you set the record straight in love. Since Neptune also stationed retrograde in Pisces until Dec. 6, which is a movement that will illuminate your blind spots, you may have a more intuitive yet discerning approach to your romantic and sexual relationships. Take off your rose-colored glasses to get a crystal-clear view.

Don't be alarmed if your confidence took a dip when Mercury stationed retrograde in your sign from Aug. 23 to Sept. 15. This transit was a sneaky time to experiment with your sensuality, charisma, and flirtatiousness. Toward the end of the year, however, you'll have another opportunity to explore your new and old sexual wishes when Mercury stations retrograde again in Capricorn in mid-December. The beginning and end of 2023 may feel similar; they're both times to own who you are and what you want

Are you ready for a twist in your sensual fate and destiny, Libra? Exploring your sensual side by yourself and experimenting with new forms of solo play could feel like an act of empowerment this year.

Pluto retrograde was likely a good time for you to explore any sexual inhibitions or limitations in your relationships, which may have allowed you and your partner to have a more authentic connection. And while this transit may have helped you explore intimacy (both on your own or in a relationship), it's OK if you came out of it single. Consider it a good season for self-love.

By mid-July, the cosmos aligned in your favor to put yourself first in and out of the bedroom. However, you'll have to be mindful of letting go of any people-pleasing tendencies to avoid overcompromising your wants and needs. Fast-forward to the full-moon partial solar eclipse in Taurus on Oct. 28, since your intimate bonds (or entanglements) will come to an unexpected yet destined culmination. Consider this your time to let go of any coveted yet unfulfilling bonds, while owning what you secretly desire.

You have the power to engage in a beautifully stable sex life over messy, drama-filled entanglements, Scorpio. You're ready to dive deeper with people in 2023, and the sex that results from intimacy can leave stars in your eyes. Expect the unexpected throughout the remainder of the year.

With both Uranus retrograde in Taurus and Jupiter retrograde in Taurus, this may upend your sex life, especially if you've shied away from doing a deep dive into your needs. This could be the perfect time to embrace stepping out of your comfort zone, especially as it relates to baring yourself in front of someone else, like opening up about your secret fantasies to a partner. If you take the risk, it could be a wonderfully transformative time that allows you to become more sexually and romantically authentic in your relationships. Expect this to lead to unexpected yet fated culminations with your views on intimacy and commitment during the full-moon partial lunar eclipse in Taurus at the end of October. Whatever happens is meant to be!

If any zodiac sign is overdue for new sexual horizons, it's you, Sagittarius. Were you juggling a few relationships at once when the new moon in Gemini began a new cycle in relationships and commitments on June 18? If not, did you have better, more exciting conversations between you and your partner? No matter what happened, hopefully you have an open-minded approach to taking the lead with physical and emotional intimacy now.

Fate and destiny shifted in your favor when the North Node entered Aries and the South Node entered Libra in mid-July. As they stay there through mid-December, focus on shedding any people-pleasing tendencies in the bedroom where your needs aren't being met. Instead, use the North Node to put you on the path of sensual trailblazing. You may feel increasingly bold and confident as you pursue your desires with an assertive mentality.

Given that the full moon in Aries on Sept. 29 is calling to close a six-month cycle of sexual exploration, consider this your time to let go of any limitations or inhibitions. Be honest about what you want or need since you should prioritize your desires. Whatever comes out of this full moon will impact the standing of your relationship during the full moon in Gemini at the end of November. Communicate what you need, or let your partner know if you're ready to move on during this full moon. You'll have an opportunity to say a final goodbye on Dec. 26, during the full moon in Cancer.

Prepare for an introspective 2023 as you learn more about yourself, your body, and your partners, Capricorn. With Pluto retrograde unfolding in your sign now through December, you can use this time to amplify your attractiveness. Initially, this backspin is disempowering, and you may feel insecure. But over time, Pluto retrograde may help you see the full scope of your allure, lending you newfound sexual confidence.

With Jupiter stationed retrograde in Taurus now to Dec. 30, this astronomical event is urging you to focus on the basics of sex to feel sexually comfortable with yourself and a partner. Use this time to reel it in, focus on what you need, and build a more stable bond through sexual exploration. Spend some time on solo play and quieter, more "vanilla" partnered sex to remind yourself and your partner of your foundational likes and dislikes; this work will pay off.

During the full-moon lunar eclipse in Taurus on Oct. 28, you may experience an unexpected yet fated culmination with dating, sex, and pleasure. Although this lunation may feel destabilizing, it could allow you to break down whatever might be holding you back from greater sexual and romantic fulfillment. The full moon in Cancer will follow at the end of December, allowing you to shut down whatever's not working in your relationships before 2023 is over, freeing you up for more fun and pleasure in the following year.

Your sex life will continue to explode the rest of the year, Aquarius. On June 5, Venus entered Leo, giving you the confidence you needed to be more confident with eroticism. If you're still seeking new opportunities to explore your sexual curiosities in a lighthearted manner, then set the intention to do so.

Though new moons are a great time to set intentions, be extra careful about what you wish for. Rather than trying to manifest the type of sex you want at this time, first, do your best to clear the air regarding any past sexual miscommunications or wounds. If you've been less than honest about, say, having more than one partner or faking orgasms during sex, it might be best to hold yourself accountable before your secrets come out.

You can still manifest more passion or intimacy during the new moon in Virgo in mid-September. Focus on ending the year with a clear idea about who you are as a partner and what you need in the bedroom so you can walk into winter with a clear head and a clear conscience.

Continue to look for "the one" who will help you create the fireworks you've been dreaming of in the bedroom, Pisces. A rabbit hole of self-discovery will open in the second half of the year as Saturn stationed retrograde in your sign from now to Nov. 4 and Neptune stationed retrograde in your sign now to Dec. 6. Both retrogrades are highly introspective, giving you the time to think about what you can improve upon as a sexual partner. You might be surprised by what kind of work you need to do, but it will be worthwhile.

Throughout the fall and winter, there will be plenty of opportunities to reconsider what you want in your sexual life. Mid-October, your views on intimacy and sacred bonds will take an unexpected yet fated twist during the new-moon annular solar eclipse in Libra. Commit to continue doing what feels good, and enjoying the sex (and orgasms) in the process.