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So you know all about Aries, but what about Aries Risings? Simply put, Aries Risings are hot—both hotheaded and hawt AF. Aries is ruled by Mars, so Aries Risings are no stranger to bringing the heat. Aries is a fire sign, after all, and unlike water sign Scorpio (also ruled by Mars), Aries Risings have no problem turning up the temperature. They’re capable of putting their weapons down—but only after they feel like they’ve won. Let's get specific.

What does your Rising sign tell you?

Your Sun sign (that's your "main" zodiac sign, the one you mean when you say "what's your sign?") is determined by your birthday, but your Rising sign is determined by the time you were born. To get specific, it’s determined by which zodiac sign was on the eastern horizon when you were born, and it changes every two-ish hours—which is why it’s so important to know your exact birth time. You can be an Aries Sun and Aries Rising, Sagittarius Sun and Aries Rising, Aquarius Sun and Aries Rising—you get the idea.

How is your Rising sign different from your Sun sign?

There are fundamental differences between your Sun sign and Rising sign, starting with the fact that the the Sun is a star, and your Rising sign refers to the zodiac sign that was rising on the horizon at your time and location of birth. Your Sun sign represents your ego and feeling of purpose. Your Rising sign, which also marks your 1st House of self, represents your aesthetic and how you are perceived, and provides clues as to how you navigate the world around you.

How to find your Rising sign

You'll need your birth date, time, and location to find your Rising sign. Enter them all into a birth chart calculator like this one at Café Astrology.

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The Aries Rising Basics

Element: Fire

Modality: Cardinal

Ruling planet: Mars

Represented by: The ram

Aries Rising’s best traits: Courageous, determined, adventurous, fun, competitive

Aries Rising’s worst traits: Hotheaded, bratty, childish, immature

Aries Rising celebrities: Rihanna, Shakira, Kendall Jenner, Penelope Cruz, Brie Larson, Chris Rock, Bryce Dallas Howard, Aisha Tyler, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Taylor Schilling

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Aries Rising's Personality Traits

Aries is a cardinal sign, meaning that Aries Risings are all about taking action. They are no strangers to acting up. Don’t let their chill disposition confuse you—they bring the energy and the enthusiasm! As the first sign, Aries is the baby of the zodiac, and babies make noise. The best way to respond to a Bratty Rising—sorry, Aries Rising—is knowing when to let them whine or walk away. Emphasis on walking away!

Aries Rising's Appearance

Aries Risings basically radiate charisma. They're confident, bold, and natural leaders—as fits their status as the first sign of the zodiac! They also tend to be active and might be full of energy—tapping their foot, walking quickly, or fidgeting. Aries also tend to be strong physically, and also have strong physical features—prominent and stunning chins, noses, and mouths. Most of all, Aries Risings are known for their beautiful, genuine smiles.

The Aries Rising Mindset

An Aries Rising’s existence is hallmarked by three things: emergence, creativity, and new beginnings. Aries Risings understand the power of now. Like a knight in shining armor, they have no reservations leaping into the unknown. They recognize that taking risks is how they can level up. Take celebrity influencer Paris Hilton, for example—while her Sun in Aquarius sets her off as a socialite queen, it’s her Aries Rising that gives her a fresh approach to the world. You don’t basically create influencer culture without taking a few chances! Aries Rising divas don’t always set out intending to play the role of inventor, but they sure don’t shy away from the glow-ups.

Aries Rising's Compatibility

Aries Rising tends to get along well with other Aries Risings, as well as fellow fire signs Leo Rising and Sagittarius Rising. You also click with Aries Suns and Moons, plus other fire sign Suns and Moons, too. Similarly, you do well with air signs—fire and air are what astrologers call "congenial elements," meaning they get along well.

Aries Rising's Relationships

If there’s one word to describe Aries Risings, it’s “accommodating.” They’re extremely driven, focused people who often have a lot on their plate, but they make time for people they care about. When you’ve made it into an Aries Rising’s inner circle, they’ll go above and beyond to ensure that your needs are met. Don’t get me wrong—they probably won’t change their priorities for you (unless you are a top priority). Aries Risings don’t sit around at home daydreaming about relationships, at least not consciously. But you can trust that they’ll make sure they come through on plans they’ve made. And when you have commitment from an Aries Rising, they’ll always be loyal.

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Aries Rising in Love

Seeing an Aries Rising in love is an amazing and explosive encounter. Aries Risings are natural leaders, and if they open their heart to you, you can expect them to show you off. This isn’t to say you’ll be a trophy—love doesn’t mean objectifying someone. For Aries Risings, being proud of their partner is more about ensuring that everyone knows that you matter to them. An Aries Rising in love will take pleasure in having your face on their phone lock screen, and they’ll want to invite you to events where you can pose as a power couple. You shouldn’t expect them to jump to orient their lives around you, but with time and patience, they won’t hesitate to show up for you in the ways that you want and need.

Aries Rising’s Friendships

Astrologically, friendship takes shape in two forms. Either people fall into the close friends category or they are more like acquaintances. But even if you’re a casual friend, you’ll find that Aries Risings are actually very supportive and willing to lend a listening ear. They may not share the depths of their life with you, but they will listen to what’s going on in yours. That’s how they develop a deeper understanding of the world around them, and it can also inform their social opinions.

Aries Risings lead with an empathic heart, and if you make it into the close friends category, then you will have someone who’ll go above and beyond the call of duty for you. Both an advocate and a fighter, Aries Risings show very little hesitation when it comes to showing their loyalty. The key to feeling secure in your friendship with an Aries Rising is to understand that they might seem a little aloof, but that’s just because they like to keep their business private. They will only share their most intimate details with their best friends and romantic partners.

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Aries Rising at Work

Surprisingly, despite their naturally powerful presence, Aries Risings have an extremely grounding, stable presence in the workplace. Their work ethic and strong critical-thinking skills mean they thrive at work. However, when things fall apart, Aries Risings are ready to realign and readjust to get through their responsibilities. While they can work well with a team, Aries Risings tend to do best when they are working solo. Having too many chefs in the kitchen can throw them off track. Their life path sets them up to be a leader! It’s not that they can’t follow—it’s just that being a follower might not be the best use of their time. If you’re looking for someone who knows how to get things done and keep their mouth shut (at least for all you know), you need an Aries Rising on your team.

Aries Rising at Home

Aries Risings are big on family, which of course includes their chosen family! If you plan on visiting them, expect to see a relative or two pop in. Try not to fret if you aren’t invited back immediately—sometimes they really need to feel you out before committing to letting you into their space. Best believe if an Aries Rising introduces you to their family, then you’re always welcome. Aries Risings are naturally independent, and they’re constantly out and about. They prefer for their homes to feel cozy and welcoming, because once they take their jacket off, it’s time to relax. Expect to see sentimental items throughout their homes, like family pictures, keepsakes, and knickknacks they collected on vacations.

Aries Rising's Houses in the Birth Chart

When we follow the Whole Sign House (WSH) system, where each house in the birth chart aligns with a sign, Aries Rising's houses look like this:

• 1st House: Aries
• 2nd House: Taurus
• 3rd House: Gemini
• 4th House: Cancer
• 5th House: Leo
• 6th House: Virgo
• 7th House: Libra
• 8th House: Scorpio
• 9th House: Sagittarius
• 10th House: Capricorn
• 11th House: Aquarius
• 12th House: Pisces

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Monisha “Six” Holmes is an astrologer and Master of Social Work (MSW) who covers love, relationships, and wellness. She earned her MSW at Columbia University, where she specialized in contemporary social issues. Aside from writing, Monisha is the founder of Black Women Being, a media platform aimed at promoting wellness, spirituality, and justice.
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