Fire, earth, air and water are more than just astrological elements; they're keys to understanding how we live and love. Read on to discover what being a fire, earth, air or water sign really means—and how to use this information to find your ideal sweetheart!

Elements Help Reveal The Right Type Of Guy For You

Every person's horoscope sign is associated with an astrological element, which influences their basic nature, and tells something about how they'll act in love. For example, fire signs (Aries, Leo and Sagittarius) "fire" into action with passion and spontaneity. Earth signs (Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn) focus on "earthly" needs and pleasures. Air signs (Gemini, Libra and Aquarius) shine in "airy" realms, with great ideas and communication. And water signs (Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces) flow easily with "watery" emotions, connecting with sensitivity.

Women often get along well with men of their same element (such as an Aries with a Leo), or men of the opposite element (fire with air, or earth with water), but there can be exceptions. So it's important to remember that every partnership is unique, and to follow your heart and intuition.

Below are more astrologers' secrets about women's love styles by element. Learn about your style—and where to meet the guy who's right for you!

Fire Signs: What Gets Your Passion Burning

As a fire sign, you know you're hot! But what really gets you going is being lavished with attention and entertained with cleverness. Men's fascination with you always feels great, but ultimately your soulmate is the guy who can also open his heart. Parties are wonderful for finding him, as are professional events, where you're acting in an inspirational way or keeping things fun. For Aries, your man may be attracted by your flirtatious spontaneity and can-do attitude about life. For Leo, it's your big heart and elegance during courtship. And for Sagittarius, it's your adventurousness, which makes the world a playground for two.

Earth Signs: Who Is Your Best Match on the Planet

As an earth sign, you like keeping your feet on the ground—for practical matters and for pleasure. You adore being treated sweetly, but you also want your mind and heart to feel satisfied, as well your senses: Your soulmate is a match intellectually, emotionally and physically. And he is likely to find you in your everyday world, where you two are just as apt to connect at a dinner party as at the hardware store. For Taurus, your man may be attracted to your groundedness and love of good living. For Virgo, it's the passion and attention you put into the details. And for Capricorn, it's how you do just the right thing to turn his head and keep him looking.

Air Signs: What Makes Finding Your Soulmate a Breeze

As an air sign, you have a great mind for communication and relating. You can also be quite a flirt, which is a fun way of finding a guy who excites you. Being so at ease socially, you could very well meet your soulmate at a public event or through friends. Be sure to let everyone know you're looking for Him, and never decline an invitation! For Gemini, your guy may be drawn by your animated spirit and quick mind. For Libra, it's the ease of talking with you about relationships—and then having one. And for Aquarius, it's your way-open mind and ability to see things from a unique perspective.

Water Signs: How You Flow into the Right Relationship

As a water sign, you use your intuition to find what feels good. A nice hug, a warm smile or a thoughtful word may draw you to a man, but you need to sense he could be The One before you'll give things a chance. Creative and personal expressions of love are important to you, so your soulmate is likely to meet you doing artistic, musical or volunteer activities. For Cancer, your man may be attracted to your candidness and ability to read him emotionally. For Scorpio, it's the intensity of how you listen and the meaningful way you express yourself. And for Pisces, it's your colorful imagination and compassion for others.