When planning a first date, the goal is to make a good first impression. That involves showing up on time, minding your manners, and engaging in conversation, but it also requires looking presentable. However, you don’t have to be a fashionista or up to date on all the latest fashion trends to achieve this. Looking […]
Navigating a post-breakup landscape can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions. It might seem like you’re ping-ponging from confusion to anger to sadness and then back again. All of these emotions are part of the stages of a breakup, and learning about them is important for the healing process. Here, we delve into what each […]
There can be a lot of pressure associated with planning a date in Los Angeles. Of course, you don’t want to look like you tried too hard, but you also don’t want it to seem like you didn’t put enough effort in. Basically, you want to strike a balance between showing how much you care […]
If you’re a woman wondering if you should take the lead in a romantic situation, now’s the time to shove tradition aside. Women making the first move isn’t something to be hesitant about—it’s something to embrace. Gone are the days when women were told they needed to wait by the phone for a man to […]
In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, achieving a healthy work/life balance is a constant challenge. Among the myriad of choices we face, one particular dilemma often arises: should we prioritize our career or our relationships? In the reality of modern dating, striking a harmonious balance between these two aspects of life can be complex, but […]
Date nights often involve a bit of drinking. A go-to for a lot of our clients are first dates out for drinks and apps; there’s a bit of so-called “social lubricant,” and it’s less committal than a three course meal. There’s also a question of how much alcohol is appropriate, beckoning questions of first date […]
Matchmaking to us means meeting you where you are and putting in a concerted, data- and intuition-driven effort to find someone awesomely compatible with you. Our process also involves discussing your nice-to-haves and must-haves with you, sometimes ranking them, and sometimes challenging them. Working to help you in establishing and furthering your relationship goals and […]
We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: the search for love starts with you. Cultivate love in and for yourself first. Then, when a well-suited romantic prospect comes along, you’ll recognize it, welcome it, and have the tools to build a healthy relationship. But how do you go about that? It all starts […]
As much fun as weekend dates are, meeting up on a Friday or Saturday night isn’t always possible. Maybe you work late, your schedules don’t line up, or you want to see each other more than just once or twice a week. Whatever the case, we recommend always having some weeknight date ideas up your […]
Whether you’ve been single for a year or a collection of days, the thought of dating after a breakup can be daunting. After all, breaking up can be a traumatic experience, and dipping your toes back into the dating pool might come with some anxious feelings. Sometimes it’s helpful to have a friendly shoulder to […]
Many people have a love-hate relationship with online dating. On the one hand, dating apps provide a convenient way to meet potential matches without even leaving your couch. On the other hand, trying to find others on the apps who align with your relationship goals and standards can be frustrating. Despite some of the highs […]
Online dating is a wonderful, modern way to meet potential romantic interests. Though many people have met casual or long-term partners through online platforms, as with any good thing, there are some downsides, one of them being dating burnout. Research shows that nearly four out of five adults between the ages of 18 and 54 […]
