#aphrodite aesthetic

[skively]

— Aphrodite is iridescence, like the shimmer of pearls and seashells, like glittering jewels in the sea

[stardust-swan]

Everyday Ways I Honour Aphrodite

(NSFW warning)

🌹Roses, roses, roses. Rose soap, rose lip balm, rose hand cream, rose lotion, rose perfume, rose oil on my pillow before falling asleep, rose candles, rose incense, roses in my garden, rosewater toner, rose face mist, rose shower gel, dried roses in the bath... Just roses everywhere you can fit them.

🌹Reading romantic books and poetry, watching romance films

🌹 Reading books and poetry about Aphrodite

🌹Making myself feel beautiful with pretty jewellery and makeup. Even just a swipe of tinted lip balm boosts my confidence (I use French Girl Rose Noir). I try to wear at least a little bit of makeup or jewellery daily, even if it's just a pair of studs or a subtle lipstick

🌹 Even if I'm just staying at home all day I'll spray perfume and put on jewellery and do lipstick just to feel sensual while I'm lounging around playing Animal Crossing (currently wearing a comfy embroidered nightie, small gold hoops, a pretty bracelet and a little bit of YSL Orange Perfecto lipstick as I write this)

🌹 Embracing my sensuality. Swaying my hips, feeling the softness of my body, dancing freely, engaging in self-pleasure, taking nudes, trying to unlearn the shame associated with sexuality from my upbringing. I don't watch porn often as I find most of it unhealthy and misogynistic (I only like this one random Japanese couple's channel and some vintage and Korean softcore), but I enjoy toys (my favourite is the rose), erotic literature, erotic film, audio porn (usually in other languages because I find a lot of dirty talk just makes me cringe but I still get enjoyment out of hearing little moans and silky low voices so I get that and avoid secondhand embarrassment from bad dirty talk by listening to it in languages I don't understand), and erotic fine art.

🌹 I try to get really comfortable when I'm engaged in self love. Lipstick and perfume on, hair styled, lingerie or nightie that makes me feel sexy, a candle lit or rose, ylang ylang and jasmine oil in my diffuser, soft music playing. Then I'll position myself comfortably, and stroke my thighs, tease my nipples, squeeze my breasts, lick my juices off my fingers and use it like a lipstick, painting my lips and nipples or using it to lightly lubricate my clitoris. Running my hands all over my belly, thighs and breasts, experimenting with different types of pressure and stimulation. Just luxuriating in the sensual feelings I can bring to my beautiful female body.

🌹 Wearing jewellery with seashells, pearls, emerald, ruby, bronze, copper, gold, jade, garnet and iridescent beads

🌹 Enjoying apples, honey, figs, pomegranates, strawberries, raspberries, olives, lettuce, rosewater and chocolate. I like buying Guylian chocolates as they're seashell shaped, but any chocolate will do (my favourite chocolate bar to buy is white chocolate with strawberries). I also like foods that you can taste the rosewater in like rose macarons and Turkish delight.

🌹 Making foods with ingredients she likes, like honey cakes, Persian rose love spell cookies, rosewater nougat, Persian love cake, baklava, cornes de gazelle, mhencha, etc... I mostly stick to Mediterranean, North African, Arab and Persian recipes, as they commonly use ingredients like rosewater, honey, pomegranates, and figs.

🌹 Carrying rose quartz in my pocket and keeping rose quartz under my pillow

🌹 I use a rose quartz roller to massage oil into my face

🌹 I keep a mini Venus de Milo statue and a swan trinket box on my bedside table

🌹 Drinking a drink made up of honey, cinnamon, milk and hot water at night to relax

🌹 Wearing pretty lingerie under my clothes, even if it's a basic outfit

🌹 I often fall asleep to the sound of ocean waves

🌹 Gold highlighter swept on my cheeks and body shimmer on my collarbones, reflecting light like sun rays on the ocean

🌹 Doing little offerings, like spritzing her statue with perfume, or offering up a portion of food I'm eating that I think she'd like

🌹 Lighting incense in scents like myrrh, frankincense, rose, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger and jasmine

🌹 Drawing myself relaxing baths with fragrant oils and salts

🌹 Reading hymns, Sappho's poetry, and listening to Athanati Afroditi

🌹 Listening to music that's romantic or sensual (this is my playlist)

🌹 Carrying a hand mirror and admiring myself as I check my makeup

🌹 Adding honey to tea

🌹 Writing letters and poetry about love and beauty

🌹Admiring women I find beautiful without jealousy or resentment, just appreciation

🌹Using these emojis: 🌹🦢🌊🪞🍎❤️💘💗💕💋🕊️🫒💄

🌹 Wearing pink, red, aqua, and seafoam green

🌹 Being consistent in self care. No matter how low my spoons are, unless I'm so dog-tired I end up falling asleep on the couch at 8pm, I force myself to do my evening skincare routine - cleansing, toning, eye cream, moisturiser, oil. And I always feel better for it even if I was exhausted before. Much smaller but I'm also consistent in oiling the ends of my hair daily and spraying perfume before bed. And I keep up with getting my hair done and brows waxed every three months without fail.

🌹 Doing exercises that make me feel sensual. I'm really lazy tbh but I push myself because I know Aphrodite would want me to take care of my body. I pick exercises that make me feel good and desirable, like yoga flow, belly dance, and exercises that target my womanly attributes.

🌹 Giving compliments!

🌹 Doing a big self care day every Friday (the day associated with her). Hot oil hair treatment, foot soak and exfoliation, removing old nail polish and buffing and filing nails, face mask, teeth whitening....

🌹 Going to the pond in winter and admiring the swans

🌹 Going to an art gallery in my city just to look at the painting Venus and Cupid (Day) by Fragonard

🌹 Sleeping on silk sheets as they feel sensual (they're also good for your hair and skin)

🌹 Making my own diffusers and cosmetics from natural, aphrodisiac products. Homemade bath salt with rose petals and pink salt, homemade lip mask with olive oil and rose oil, and adding oil of rose, jasmine, sandalwood, and cinnamon to a diffuser as I find these scents stimulating and sensual.

🌹 And of course, thanking Lady Aphrodite every day.

[devotee-of-aphrodite-venus]

[ancientsstudies]

Aphrodite

The inside of the cabin smells very heavily of perfume.

[necrolatria]

aphrodite areia

[beautyofaphrodite]

So I’ve been making moodboards representing Lady Aphrodite’s different epithets. I’ve already made:

Aphrodite Areia

Aphrodite Antheia

Aphrodite Ourania

Aphrodite Pandemos

Aphrodite Anadyomede

Aphrodite Erototrophus

Aphrodite Chrysea

Aphrodite Aphrogenia

Aphrodite Nymphia

Aphrodite Philomides

Aphrodite Androphonos

Aphrodite Pontia

Aphrodite Melainis

Aphrodite Kopois

Aphrodite Kypria

Erotes

Eros

Himeros

Pothos

Anteros

Hermaphroditos

Hedylogos

Hymenaios

Other

The Hesperides

Are there any more you’d like to see? Or any moodboards dedicated to other love gods or Her family?

[aphrodite-kallisti]

✨Venus day✨

[kytheras-dove]

♥︎𝐴𝑝ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑑𝑖𝑡𝑒 𝐶ℎ𝑟𝑦𝑠𝑒𝑎 ♥︎

𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝐺𝑜𝑙𝑑𝑒𝑛

[sarafinaparvez]

꧁༺ 𝓻𝓮𝓶𝓮𝓶𝓫𝓮𝓻 𝓽𝓸 𝓻𝓮𝓼𝓽 𝓹𝓻𝓲𝓷𝓬𝓮𝓼𝓼 ༻꧂

[searosee]

[cupids-baby]

For Aphrodite 🐚🦢🤎

[starlightzy-xx]

🩷O’Lady Aphrodite, goddess of love, beauty, lust and desire, please take this digital offering🩷

[stardust-swan]

What Advice Does Aphrodite Have for You?

Pick a picture: 1, 2, 3

Note: this is a general reading

Pile 1

Aphrodite is calling on you to stop dwelling on the negative and focus on the beauty in your life.

I'm getting a sense that you're struggling with feeling unfocused. Maybe you feel directionless, or you're putting your energy into too many different directions at once and feeling burnt out because of it. I feel a sense of procrastination and/or ignoring realities, or just having a scattered approach which doesn't yield the results you want.

I'm also getting a sense of loss or regret, maybe over a lost or squandered opportunity. You're dwelling on the past and not facing the current reality.

However, not all is lost.

Aphrodite's message to you:

You must process loss, and re-evaluate how you're spending your time and energy. Although you might not agree right now, change is on the way. You will experience victory, and take control of your life instead of letting it slip by. A sense of energy, willpower and movement is bubbling under the surface even though you might not feel it right now. But it's necessary for you to stop dwelling on your regrets and to focus on the beauty in your life if you want to succeed. She also cautions you against distractions and hesitation - where are you losing focus? The reins are in your hands and the road in front of you is wide. You can move forward to a life or purpose, love and fulfilment, as long as you heed her advice to see the beauty amongst the ruins and to not let your vision of the future become clouded.

Pile 2

Aphrodite is calling on you to release yourself from rigid expectations and to focus on your dreams.

I'm getting a sense that you feel trapped by the expectations that have been placed upon you, whether by yourself or others. There may also be a power struggle or overly controlling power dynamic.

There's also a sense of annoyance here because someone is failing to meet expectations. You may be dealing with emotional immaturity or unfulfilled expectations. Someone may not acting with sincerity. Or you could be annoyed with yourself rather than another person and struggling with emotional insecurity. You may be ignoring your dreams in fear of being hurt.

And there's a sense of hard work. You may be wondering if all your grinding will have the desired results you want, and the answer is YES. Your hard work will be rewarded, especially in the creative world. Commit to your dreams and be patient; the fruits of your labour will be sweet.

Aphrodite's message to you

Set boundaries with those who hinder or oppress you. Stay grounded and realistic in love and emotional matters; avoid unrealistic ideals and avoid promises that sound too good to be true. Tend carefully to your garden, as the first sprouts of your labour are begining to emerge. Have patience, as beauty takes time to bloom.

Pile 3

You've been through a LOT, and feel worn down. But it's made you more resilient and you're standing strong. A goal you've worked hard for is in reach, but there are still some obstacles to overcome.

There's a sense that you're repressing some difficult emotions. It's also possible that someone in your life is betraying you or that there's gossip surrounding you. However, the light at the end of the tunnel is nearing. You will release all the negative feelings and learn to cope better. If a partner is being unfaithful, they will be exposed. The worst is over and it's time to heal and rest.

There's also a sense of passion to the point it's harmful. There's emotional turmoil and moodiness; in matters of love you may be dealing with a person who appears charming on the surface, but will break your heart. Or you could have a crush on someone who doesn't reciprocate. In matters of health, an unhealthy or hedonistic lifestyle may be having bigger effects on your health than you realise.

Aphrodite's message to you

You are stronger than you know, but even the strongest of people deserve to rest sometimes. She cautions you against chasing illusions or clinging to people who are bad for you because you miss how they made you feel in the beginning. Ask yourself what kind of love you truly need and deserve instead of being grateful for scraps of affection. She encourages you to embrace hope; she is gently brushing the weight you've been carrying off of your shoulders. You are safe to breathe, to dream, and to heal. Your scars are proof of your courage, but do not let them harden your heart - guard yourself, but not so tightly you shut out love. Rest and ready yourself, as the journey is not over, but you are now more prepared for it.

[devotee-of-aphrodite-venus]

[memoriesofmartha]

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[obsidian-pages777]

Aphrodite in your astrology chart. Where is your Beauty and Love?

In astrology, Aphrodite is often associated with love, beauty, harmony, and pleasure. While Aphrodite herself isn't directly referenced in traditional astrological charts, her qualities can be interpreted through the planets Venus and sometimes the Moon, as well as the signs and houses they occupy. Here's a general overview of how Aphrodite's qualities might manifest in each house of the natal chart:

First House (Ascendant): Aphrodite here may indicate a person who naturally exudes charm, attractiveness, and grace. These individuals may prioritize their appearance and presentation, and they might have a strong impact on others due to their charisma.

Second House: Aphrodite in the second house could suggest a person who finds pleasure and beauty in material possessions and financial security. They may have a talent for creating aesthetic environments and may enjoy indulging in luxurious experiences.

Third House: Aphrodite in the third house may indicate a love for communication, art, and socializing. These individuals might have a way with words and possess a charming wit. They may enjoy activities like writing, public speaking, or engaging in lively conversations.

Fourth House (IC): Aphrodite in the fourth house could suggest a strong connection between home, family, and nurturing. These individuals may find comfort and pleasure in creating a harmonious domestic environment. They may have a deep appreciation for family traditions and may value emotional security.

Fifth House: Aphrodite in the fifth house may indicate a love for creativity, romance, and self-expression. These individuals may have a flair for drama and enjoy activities such as art, theater, or performance. They may also have a playful and romantic approach to relationships.

Sixth House: Aphrodite in the sixth house may suggest a person who finds pleasure and beauty in their daily routines and work environment. They may have a talent for bringing harmony and balance to their workplace, and they may prioritize self-care and wellness practices.

Seventh House (Descendant): Aphrodite in the seventh house may indicate a strong desire for harmonious relationships and partnerships. These individuals may prioritize connection, balance, and compromise in their interactions with others. They may also have a refined sense of aesthetics and may be attracted to partners who are charming and attractive.

Eighth House: Aphrodite in the eighth house could suggest a person who experiences transformation and growth through intimate relationships and shared resources. They may have a deep understanding of the complexities of love and desire, and they may be drawn to experiences that involve passion and intensity.

Ninth House: Aphrodite in the ninth house may indicate a love for travel, higher learning, and philosophical exploration. These individuals may find beauty and pleasure in expanding their horizons through cultural experiences, education, and spiritual pursuits.

Tenth House (MC): Aphrodite in the tenth house could suggest a person who achieves success and recognition through their charm, social grace, and artistic talents. They may excel in careers related to beauty, fashion, art, or entertainment, and they may be admired for their elegance and poise.

Eleventh House: Aphrodite in the eleventh house may indicate a person who finds fulfillment and pleasure through friendships, social networks, and group activities. They may have a wide circle of friends and may be known for their ability to bring people together in a harmonious and enjoyable way.

Twelfth House: Aphrodite in the twelfth house could suggest a person who experiences love, beauty, and pleasure in solitude or through spiritual practices. They may have a rich inner world and may find solace and inspiration through dreams, meditation, or creative visualization.

Examples:

Marilyn Monroe: Marilyn Monroe, renowned for her iconic beauty and sensuality, had her Aphrodite asteroid in the sign of Leo. Leo is associated with creativity, self-expression, and drama, which aligns well with Monroe's glamorous and theatrical persona.

David Beckham: David Beckham, known for his athleticism, style, and charisma, has his Aphrodite asteroid in the sign of Libra. Libra is associated with harmony, aesthetics, and partnerships, reflecting Beckham's sense of balance and appreciation for beauty in both his personal style and his relationships.

Audrey Hepburn: Audrey Hepburn, remembered for her elegance, grace, and timeless beauty, had her Aphrodite asteroid in the sign of Taurus. Taurus is associated with luxury, indulgence, and the senses, which resonates with Hepburn's classic and refined aesthetic.