Women's History Month
The Feminist Icon You Relate To Most, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Not me stanning every single one of them.

by Andrea Hannah
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March is Women’s History Month, when we honor some of the world’s most iconic women for breaking barriers. Just like the zodiac signs, each woman is different in their own way, but they’ve all made history.

Which feminist icon does your sign vibe with? Click through to find out.

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Aries: Laverne Cox

A true trailblazer, actor Laverne Cox earned three Emmy nominations for her breakout performance in Orange is the New Black, a first for any transgender woman. Pioneering Aries relates to the grit it takes to break down barriers.

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Taurus: Malala Yousafzai

Every Taurus knows it’s important to be strong and steadfast to achieve your goals, just like Nobel Peace Prize recipient Malala Yousafzai. Because of her determination, she brought an international spotlight to women’s and children’s education.

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Gemini: Lizzo

Does anyone know how to have a good time like Lizzo? While fun-loving Gemini will appreciate Lizzo’s boisterous personality, this iconic woman is also breaking down barriers when it comes to body positivity and fierce confidence.

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Cancer: Meghan Markle

People tend to have a lot of opinions about the former duchess, but when it comes down to it, she’s a fierce protector of her family. Homey Cancer understands the importance of setting firm boundaries.

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Leo: Michelle Obama

How could any of us forget the sunflower yellow dress goddess Michelle Obama wore to her final State of the Union address as First Lady? Just like charming and exuberant Leo, Obama shines wherever she goes.

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Virgo: Emma Watson

Not only did the actor and women’s rights activist launch the HeForShe equal rights campaign, but she also started a feminist book club, which is right up intellectual Virgo’s alley. Watson continually uses her smarts to fight the good fight (just like her iconic Harry Potter character, Hermione).

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Libra: Ruth Bader Ginsberg

As the sign represented by the scales of justice, harmonious Libra appreciates a sense of fairness. The late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg perfectly embodies what it means to create a sense of equality for all.

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Scorpio: Simone Biles

Scorpio knows about power, and Olympic gymnast Simone Biles is the epitome of it. From her focus on mental health to her powerhouse domination of the sport, gritty Scorpio will appreciate this champion.

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Sagittarius: Gloria Steinem

Sagittarius knows the importance of communicating your most important ideals, just like Gloria Steinem. The iconic activist was the leader of second-wave feminism in the ‘60s and ‘70s, and founded Ms. magazine.

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Capricorn: Kamala Harris

Capricorn is the zodiac sign of the CEO who knows how to climb to the top. Kamala Harris, the first woman (and person of color) to hold the vice presidency, knows a little bit about the climb.

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Aquarius: Frida Kahlo

Late Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is known for her quirky paintings, but more than that, she defied social norms and expectations. Similarly, unconventional Aquarius is all about pushing boundaries and breaking glass ceilings.

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Pisces: Amanda Gorman

With her powerful poetry and prose about how we’re all connected, the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. history is someone Pisces can look up to. As the dreamer of the zodiac, Pisces appreciates Gorman’s vision of a better world.

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