Posts Tagged ‘love’

Movie Review: Letters to Juliet

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010

If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling abroad and having a whirlwind romance (and let’s face it—who hasn’t?) then let Letters to Juliet take you on a journey that you won’t want to end.

Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) decides to travel to Verona with her fiancé Victor (Gael Garcia Bernal) for a sort of pre-wedding honeymoon so they can spend time together before wedding craziness and the opening of Victor’s new restaurant sets in. From the start of their travels it’s easy to see that they are not on the same page as Victor only wants to meet with suppliers for his restaurant and Sophie just wants to explore Verona with her fiancé . Victor will remind you of that boyfriend you had that just never really listened but ultimately, his intense nature and love of food produce some of the funniest lines of the movie.

After Victor leaves once again to meet with yet another supplier, Sophie decides to explore Verona by herself and stumbles upon the Casa di Giulietta where women of all ages write to Juliet for advice. An aspiring writer for the New Yorker, Sophie is fascinated to find out that a group of women who call themselves Juliet’s Secretaries actually write back to every single letter from the wall. While helping collect letters one day, Juliet finds a letter written from Claire (Vanessa Redgrave) to Juliet about her beloved Lorenzo (Franco Nero) from 50 years ago and decides to write back. (more…)

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Relationship Advice

Friday, May 7th, 2010

At Blush, we often receive a lot of questions from readers and friends seeking relationship advice. So we sought the advice of a real-life man with plenty of dating and love experience. We’ll call him the Lone Ranger because he’s a straight shooter. He tends to tell it like it is, so sensitive souls just looking for reassurance should look elsewhere. Please submit questions by clicking on comments below and the Lone Ranger will get back to you!

Question: Let’s say a girl has met a guy, and chances are they will fall in love and get married. He is “the one..” well…if the number of men she has slept with in the past is fairly high, and he asks her how many, is it ok to lie? Does it really matter?

Lone Ranger: He’s not “the one” until there is a ring (wedding, not engagement) on your finger. LIE until there is. Add up the ones that you know may come up in conversation and use that number…This includes the occasional one night stand. Then others can pop up over the years of your long happy marriage. You’re not a whore anymore. (hopefully)

Question: If a guy and a girl are seeing each other, and stop talking for no apparent reason, nothing bad happened, is it ok to call the guy a month or two later just to say hi?

Lone Ranger: Only if “hi” means “come over and have sex with me.” The call has to be in the evening, and you have to invite him over. If he does not come over, never call again. Quick reality check: You didn’t “stop talking for no apparent reason” You stopped talking because he didn’t want to date you.

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The Luck of the Irish

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday known for drinking, kissing and pinching… though we could live without that last one. But just because you aren’t Irish doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be celebrating too. Here are my picks to make your St. Pattys just a little bit luckier.

Start the day off right with Not Soap, Radio’s Awash in a Field of Four Leaf Clovers bath and shower bubbles. When you lather up in this emerald colored gel, breathe in the mystic Irish blend scent and be prepared for your day to transform.

Let’s face it, half the fun of a holiday is getting into the day’s theme and although you shouldn’t go all out for work, the silly stuff is best for when you get home. Since they say men need direct instructions as to what women want, slip on this PINK t-shirt and you’ll have no problem getting the message across. Or surprise him with Old Navy men’s boxers featuring four leaf clovers. It’s the perfect silly gift that keeps relationships fun and exciting and is guaranteed to keep him smiling and feeling lucky all day long.

If the look you want is less silly and a little more sexy, then Hanky Panky has got you covered. Although you may get pinched for not wearing green that people can see, these flirty Lace Boyshorts in Capri Green will be sure to get you lots of kisses later.

Sometime the subtle look is best and especially if green really isn’t your best color.  Try a  little teal on your nails with SpaRitiual’s Wicked color, Emerald City, which will add a little spice to your normally demure nails.  Or wear your green on your feet with Havaiana flip flops in Mint Green that will double as the perfect compliment to your swimsuit during the summer months.  If you’re looking for a gift for the home for that chic friend, the best way to give a nod to the holiday is through this modern candle by Trees Soy Candles in Gift. This white candle has a fresh aroma and a little sliver of emerald colored glass to symbolize appreciation and love. 

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Lover’s Quarrel

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

by Lauren

So I’m feeling a little conflicted. Part of me liked the movie Valentine’s Day while the other half didn’t—even with a celebrity studded cast. I understand that it is a romantic comedy and everything that goes with the territory, but the bad lines, weird cuts to shots of impertinent objects and a desperate Jessica Biel (no one that hot, smart and connected is single with no prospects) overshadowed the cute moments.

I actually thought the acting was great (expect for the little boy)! I took the bad script into consideration. My favorites were Anne Hathaway (amazing!) and Taylor Swift (cute!). Jennifer Garner had the main female role and she was adorable—her character seemed the most normal and relatable. And then we have Ashton Kutcher as the male lead playing a hopeless-romantic florist (shocking!). Case in point: when Garner’s character is debating whether to go surprise her man in San Francisco Kutcher enlightens her, “It’s Valentine’s Day, you don’t think, you just do!” I mean, REALLY? And no, I’m not some love scorned single—I have a very cute boyfriend. However, if you made me from one of the many sexy males stars to end up with at the end of the movie I’d choose Jamie Foxx and then Bradley Cooper (see the movie and you’ll know why he is my second choice).

I didn’t hate the movie, but I wouldn’t see it again and I don’t think you would be throwing away your money if you saw it, unless you took your beau, then I guess you would just be throwing away his money because he definitely won’t like it—use personal discretion on that one.

Basically, this is what you should expect: some smiles, some uncomfortably bad scenes and a little sweetness.

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V-Day Treats for the Girls

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

If the abundance of heart shaped candy in the grocery store and the excess number of Victoria Secret ads haven’t tipped you off, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Unfortunately, the day that’s a celebration of love can easily turn into one of frustration either with your significant other or because you don’t have one. Instead of unnecessary stress, use the day as an excuse to shower a little much needed love on yourself and your girlfriends.

1. This recession can put a damper on travel plans, but it doesn’t mean you still can’t run away…. Even if it’s only to your shower. Treat yourself to a LaLicious Scrub and Butter set in transporting scents like Coconut Cream, Lily Mango, Passionfruit Lime, Island Guava and Tahitian Flower. Enter the code Vday25 at check out for 25% off and get ready to feel the island breeze (now if only the cabana boy were included.)

2. Have a friend who just can’t get over her ex? Help her let go of those feelings once and for all with Lush’s Ex factor Bath Bomb. This little blue gingerbread man will fizzle your bath and go down the drain, just like all remaining thoughts of the relationship should!

3. One thing you can be happy about is that you don’t have a boyfriend who’s “gift” to you is too-tight lingerie. Instead, give a little sex appeal to yourself and your girlfriends with a Hanky Panky Thong wrapped like a long stem rose. Flattering, comfortable and sexy, this is a must have for all the women in your life.

4. Rather than wasting calories on a heart shaped box of so-so chocolate, try Jane Iredale’s ChocohoLICKs. These adorable lip balms come wrapped in those little paper cups just like their calorie laden alternative, so feel free to treat yourself to Truffle, Carmel, Strawberry Cream, and Chocolate Orange. Extra bonus… the experts say food is the way to a man’s heart…

5. One of the most relaxing ways to end a long day is a bubble bath, so try Not Soap, Radio’s Bath and Shower Bubbles in The Stuff that Cupid Dips His Arrows In. You’ll love the ginseng and passion scent, and it even has pheromone activation, so get ready, soon even that pizza delivery boy will want to be making it dinner for two.

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Getting Lucky on New Year’s Eve

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009
courtesy of flickr user Jefffd

courtesy of flickr user Jefffd

This year, I’m more excited about New Year’s Eve than any other year I can remember (in other words, ADIOS 2009– you will not be missed). I’m very lucky to be celebrating with my family in a house by the ocean– and while we’ll probably just stick to champagne and tune in for the ball drop in Times Square– I wish I could somehow adapt all of these international traditions into my NYE. If you’re still on the hunt for a way to make your NYE unique, maybe some of these traditions will serve to inspire. Welcome, 2010, you got here just in time!

MEXICO

Each person eats twelve grapes at midnight (eat a grape with each stroke of the clock), making a wish with each grape for each month of the year. Remember: the sweeter the grape, the better the month will be! If you find a sour grape, that month may be difficult. (Boo!)

ECUADOR

Don’t forget to wear your underwear: wear yellow underwear if you want to attract positive energy and happiness in the New Year. Wear red if you’re looking for love.

Some Ecuadorians also walk around the block with a suitcase: it’s said to bring the person the journey of their dreams in the new year. I would totally risk looking like a nutjob and do this if it’s true. I could use “the journey of my dreams,” couldn’t you?

Also, this one of my favorite traditions I’ve stumbled upon:  they make dummies — stuffed with firecrackers and newspaper– that represent someone, or something from the past year. They then place the dummy outside of their houses, and at midnight each family lights the dummy on fire.  When they light the dummy, fireworks go off, the old year is history, the new year— celebrated.

Anybody else got an ex-boyfriend?

courtesy of flickr user rickydavid

courtesy of flickr user rickydavid

VIETNAM (TET NGUYEN DAY)

The celebrations last for 3 days– in which time the Vietnamese light candles to honor their deceased relatives whom they believe return during Tet. One rule: remain happy to warn off bad luck in the upcoming year (and then try to stay happy all year, what could it hurt?)

I think lighting candles for those you’ve lost is always a beautiful commemoration, and I love the idea that people HAVE to stay happy for three days straight.

CHINESE NEW YEAR

The theme that keeps coming up is NOISE. You’re given total permission to be as loud and boisterous as possible to ward off evil spirits in the new year! Light fireworks! Scream from the top of your lungs! Wear red!

Also, eating dumplings brings wealth, and everyone drinks a little liquor, which represents longevity. People also gift each other  with red envelopes stuffed with money, symbolizing luck and wealth.

Many Chinese attend the Dragon Dance, which is held on the third day of the New Year. The paper-mache dragon heads ubiquitous with the parade are made with long pieces of fabric, and it takes several men to maneuver the dragon through the streets. Families open their doors to let the dragon bring luck into their homes. Drums are beat, people chant and yell. Go to a Chinese New Year Parade and Scream from the top of your lungs to ward off the bad spirits!

GREECE

In honor of St. Basil (January 1 is known as St. Basil Day) the family fills the childrens’ shoes with presents at midnight. St. Basil, who apparently died on the first of the year, was a  man known for his kindness and his generosity to the poor.

Fill your loved ones’ shoes with prezzies! What a happy surprise for the kids when they wake up!

JAPANESE NEW YEAR

The Japanese send Happy New Year cards to their friends, and hold “forgetting-year” parties to say goodbye to the last year. They also forgive friends and family for misunderstandings and disagreements in order to make a clean start of the new year.

Also: on December 31st bells are rung 108 times to chase away 108 troubles. After the bells are rung, everyone is supposed to laugh: because laughter will drive away the bad spirits. With all the bad spirits gone and troubles and enemies forgiven, they enjoy a day of celebration.

I love this one too, it’s a great reminder to not stay stuck in the past. If you don’t forgive, you won’t move on. And ring the bells and laugh!!

PUERTO RICO

Children enjoy throwing pails of water out the window at midnight. Some believe that this rids their home of any evil spirits, it also washes the streets for a fresh path.

courtesy of flickr user grundlepuck

courtesy of flickr user grundlepuck

BRAZIL

Brazilians usually dress in white, to bring good luck into the new year, and they have amazing, internationally acclaimed fireworks celebrations as offerings to their deities. Some Brazilians head to the water and jump seven ocean waves so that their wishes may come true. Also, people in Rio de Janeiro throw flowers into the water as an offering to the Goddess of the Seas.

VENEZUELA

Wear yellow underwear for good luck. And write wishes in a letter and burn it so they come true.

I think I’ll do this one, too.

DENMARK

It’s a great omen to wake up with broken china on your doorstep! At night the Danes toss plates at their friends houses— broken china means more friends in the coming year. (Sounds fun, but I wouldn’t try this here, you’ll spend the first day of the new year in the clink!).

FRANCE

For the French (in addition to slugging champagne) the new year begins by eating king cake, called “Galette des Rois,” on the holiday known as “Epiphany.” Epiphany is celebrated on the first Sunday of January. The cake is traditionally an almond-paste round cake which is then cut into pieces, and those pieces are distributed by a child hiding under the table. Whoever finds “la fève” — the charm hidden inside — is king or queen for the day and can choose a partner.

We did this growing up. Eating your way to the toy inside is too fun.

new yearskissAnd last but not least, don’t forget American traditions:

Whoop and cheer as the clock strikes midnight (we also believe in warding off evil spirits that way). DON’T FORGET to kiss your loved one! It’s bad luck not to! A kiss at NYE will give you 12 more months of good luck together.

Happy New Year! What traditions do you share with your family?

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How to Talk Football, or At Least Fake it

Monday, December 7th, 2009
Jenn Brown

Jenn Brown

By Jenn Brown

For all you ladies out there that are often caught watching football with your man or some friends, and find you have no idea what’s going on, I put together a quick cheat sheet on how to talk football, or at least fake it. Before you know it, you’ll have them all fooled, thinking you’re a football pro!

First things first, you need to understand the goal of the game—the offense tries to either run with or throw the ball to the end of the field (the end zone), while the defense tries to stop the offense and take possession of the ball.  Once the offense scores or the defense gets possession, the teams switch rolls, with the defense now trying to score; this goes back and forth throughout four 15-minute quarters.

Since a game is only four, 15-minute quarters, you would think a typical game would only be one hour. Anyone who has been forced to sit through a game knows this isn’t true.  The play clock stops when the ball goes out of bounds, there is an incomplete pass, or when a penalty is called (which is pretty often).  The clock then restarts when the ball is reset in its position by an official.  All of this, in addition to time-outs and half-time (which is always exciting for the forced-to-be-there fans), explains why you may find yourself watching the same game for hours on end…

You also have to know who does what.  Each team is allowed 11 players on the field at once; they’re all terms you’ve heard- but now you can really understand what they’re supposed to do! With only one quarterback (QB) on the field per team, they are the one to pass or hand off the ball.  There are one or two running-backs that run with the ball, typically only a few yards at a time with speed.  Two or four wide-receivers catch the long passes from the QB, with the tight ends (one to two on the field) blocking the defense and catching passes as well.

Jenn BrownNow to the points system – each touchdown is six points.  After one team scores a touchdown, they are able kick for one extra point or choose to run/throw the ball into the end zone for two points.  If the offensive team isn’t close enough to score a touchdown they can try to kick a field goal for three points.    A safety occurs when the player carrying the offensive ball is tackled behind his own goal line, and is worth two points.

Aside from understanding some positions, the workings of the clock, and the point system, you’ll need to know a few more terms.  A “down” starts when the offensive team snaps or kicks the ball and it is ready for play, and ends when the ball “ends” or touches the ground.  First down is the first of the plays; fourth is the last down. A first down occurs after a change of possession of the ball, after advancing the ball 10 yards following a previous first down or after certain penalties.  On the fourth down, the team in possession of the ball must punt it to the other team.  This keeps going back and forth, until the clock is up!

These few points should help you get through your next game. For our next lesson, we can move onto which teams to root for!

Jenn Brown is a the only female correspondent on Inside the NFL; she’s also a reporter for ESPN’s College GameDay and ESPNU’s Road Trip, among other shows.

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Which of the Gossip Girl Guys is Your Type?

Friday, December 4th, 2009
Serena has to choose between Trip and Nate

Serena has to choose between Trip and Nate

Am I crazy? If I had to pick one of the Gossip guys to date, I think I’d go for Chuck Bass. High school Charles was a little, how do you say, Roofie-user-ish. But now that he’s focused on his career and Blair, he’s definitely more appealing. (Plus, I could really take advantage of that chauffeured car.) Who would you pick? Here’s my biased rundown of each guy’s pros and cons.

Courtesy of CWTVNate Archibald

His Pros: Stands up for what he believes in. Hot. He’s a Vanderbilt.

His Cons: F-ed up family sitch. Manic-depressive (or maybe those are just his story lines?).

Courtesy of CWTVChuck Bass

His Pros: You ain’t eatin’ at Dennys with Chucky. Chauffeur. Empire Hotel including speakeasy. No in-laws to deal with. Thoughtful. Determined. Loyal.

His Cons: More baggage than Samsonite. Super-sketch past.

DanDan Humphrey

His Pros: Kinda normal upbringing. Gets along with his family. Romantic. Not wrapped up in pop culture/who’s who.

His Cons: He’s just irritating. Wears more flannel than Paul Bunyon. He whines. He’s SOOOOO smothering. He’d want to spoon all the time and cuddle and he’d drool on you. I’d rather get a slobbery mutt.

Courtesy of CWTVEric van der Woodsen

His Pros: Respects his mother. Thoughtful.

His Cons: Can be v. conniving. Somewhat unstable. (A bit petite for moi, well and I’m not a guy so it’s a moot point.)

TripTrip Vanderbilt

His Pros: I was going to say moral, but I’m confused about where he falls on that spectrum at the moment. Successful. Good family. Also cute.

His Cons: Likes teenage girls and acts on it. Politician. (That’s like dating an actor. A big don’t ever.)

Courtesy of CWTVDufus, I mean Rufus Humphrey

His Pros: Was in a band. Cooks. Romantic. Family man.

His Cons: Pushover. Looks at Vanessa a little too lovingly. Probably drools like his son.

Which is your type? Please share by clicking on Comments below.

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Cost Friendly Dates

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

As a single girl living in LA, you’d think I’d have my pick of fantastic dates at exciting locales. But unfortunately the guys that my friends and I meet seem to think that watching a movie at home and eating a frozen pizza (which is a step up from the guy who offered me his leftovers… no thanks) is an appropriate date given the economy. It seems that these 20-somthings have turned our present economy into an excuse for their former frat boy persona and laziness. Dates don’t have to be expensive and elaborate but they do take a little creativity,  so show this to your significant other or plan it yourself and forget about another date with the couch.

Getty, courtesy of Flickr user Philar Sharmim.

Getty, courtesy of Flickr user Philar Sharmim.

1. Pack a picnic with some yummy foods from Whole Foods or Bristol Farms and take your gourmet lunch to a museum with free admission and sit on a grassy knoll like at the Getty in LA. Even better? Come after 5, and parking is free! This can be a great date because after your picnic you can go and explore the artwork. Just make sure it is more fun commentary rather than the dry intellectual lecture your art history teacher used to give.

2. For a lunch date go to an open air market, but make sure it is one with more than just produce. For example, check out Grand Central Market in LA, New Amsterdam Market in NYC or the Ferry Building Farmer’s Market in SF. More than just lunch, you get to sample all different foods, walk around, and chat while you people watch. Meals are cheap too and almost all foodies will be satisfied.

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Jazz Club in Florida, courtesy of Fickr user aneye4apicture.

3. Let google and yelp become your best friend and search for jazz clubs in your area. Live music makes any date more fun and maybe even take a spin or two on the dance floor. Unfortunately, food at these establishments can be on the steep side, so go with an appetizer and drinks. Afterwards, try a new restaurant and split an amazing dessert as a treat for busting a move.

4. Fitness buff? Get free passes for an exclusive gym around town (most offer 3-5 day trials) and go experience all it has to offer. Take a class together, enjoy the sauna and end it all by relaxing your tired muscles in the hot tub. Stay with the health theme and go get ingredients for a healthy, yummy dinner from Trader Joes to eat at home.

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New York, courtesy of Flickr user MaO.

5. Coupled up but don’t have money for that getaway you’ve been wanting to plan? Try a staycation, where you explore your own city like a tourist. I bet there are tons of things you have never done in your very own city that people travel from all over to experience. Get food at a local cheapie establishment, take a long walk and check out your city’s tourist attractions. You’ll not only have a great date, but you’ll realize why your city is so cool.

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Avoid the Pitfalls: Analyzing Online Dating Profiles

Friday, October 9th, 2009

One of the things I like best about living in 2009 is that it’s no longer embarrassing to admit you go searching for love online.

Source: Flickr User net_efekt

Source: Flickr User net_efekt

Back in 2002, when I first joined Friendster, my parents were completely shocked that their attractive college grad would sink to such depths, and my roommate would make fun of me incessantly for my geeky dating habits.  A good friend of mine even got me a Friendster T-shirt from Urban Outfitters that read “I give good testimonial” on the back. Man do I wish I still had that shirt!!!  Needless to say I quickly made the switch to MySpace in 2003, along with the rest of the fast adopters, and got myself a cute Silver Lake boyfriend in no time. Since we parted (after 3 years of dating) I’ve met quite a few winners online and am definitely a fan of the medium.

Now as an English major, I love writing and email banter, and so for me, finding out in advance that someone can spell properly is sort of a requirement. I mean, when considering the potential father of your offspring it pays to be picky eh? Obviously the online dating world evolved, and I began to branch into sites that were more target market specific to find the man, or ahem men, of my dreams.  From J-Date to Match to Plenty of Fish, I’ve tried ‘em all (save eHarmony who rejected me! WTF right? ) and I’m here to share the wisdom of a sage with you newbies so you can skip the bad and embrace the good.

When embarking on your internet dating career you must realize that you will make a few mistakes and there will be a few casualties along the way.  Learning to read between the lines and identify the dogs on the page, instead of at the coffee shop or bar will save you a lot of time and annoyance.  As you start reviewing  your prospective dates’ profiles, here are the things to scan quickly before even considering them.

Pictures – Are any of the following true?

  • Does he have shots that look like they were professionally taken?
    • Analysis:  He’s probably an actor or trying to be. Don’t date actors or wannabe actors. Just don’t.  Trust me. Unless you’re an actor too, in which case definitely don’t date him. There’s only room for one star in any healthy relationship.
  • Does he have pics that appear to be taken in the mid 90’s or earlier? (check the clothes on him, or better yet any women pictured with him to determine the approximate year)
    • Analysis: He’s 2 decades older than he says he is. Ignore him. Even if you’d like a sugar daddy, you want  one that’s proud of his elevated years.
  • Does he have pics that exclusively include him partying with his friends, doing keg stands, or body shots with Hooter’s waitresses?
    • Analysis: Sounds like a fun guy! Send him some scantily clad pictures of yourself that you took for your ex boyfriend before you broke up. *

* Um, just kidding.  Kinda. No seriously I’m kidding. Avoid this guy at all costs.

Profile – What do his responses for the following areas look like?

  • Music – Does he have 800,000 bands listed? Are they in alphabetical order?
    • Analysis:  This guy defines himself way too seriously based on his musical tastes. He’ll probably attribute the same high level of judgement to your CD collection. You want the guy who lists a few of his favorites (even if they don’t match your taste) and understands that a person is more than their favorite band.  Even if you yourself are a music snob, you should avoid this guy. He’s trapped in 8th grade.
  • Hobbies – Does this guy do things? You know, outside and with other people?
    • Analysis: A guy who doesn’t have anything going on in life is someone that is looking for a girlfriend to give himself purpose. This is a recipe for disaster. Hello clingy! Look for evidence that this man has interests off of the internet, and preferably look for pictures on his profile that back up the hobbies he lists.  i.e. if he mentions he loves surfing but looks like he hasn’t seen sun in the last 6 months he may only be riding waves in his dreams.
  • Language – Does your future online boyfriend abuse internet speak with lots of LOL’s or emoticons? Does he write super cute stuff in his “Who I wanna meet” section like “PlEazeee B my #1 HaWTie 4 mE”?
    • Analysis:  If it was the former, get ready for some serious baby talk after day 5 or your 2nd date (whichever comes first). Unless you have a high tolerance for being someone’s “wittle bunny wabbit” I’d suggest you look for a guy who knows how to spell out actual words. The latter is just stupid. Period.

Height – Women lie about their weight, men lie about their height.  If he says he is 5’10, he is 5’7. Tops! Now that might not be a problem for you, but if you like a man who doesn’t stand shorter than you definitely always subtract a good 3 inches off his reported height. Which is ok for someone rocking a 5’1 bod like me, but may not work out for you amazon princesses out there.

Source: Flickr User net_efekt

Source: Flickr User Schaeferdesign1

If you do a thorough analysis of the above categories and you’re still not sure, do a little quick research. Many people reuse the same handle on every site. If he goes by “California DreamBoat” on Match, it’s likely he uses the same name on OkCupid. You might be able to get a clearer picture of who this guy is by comparing and contrasting his online profiles for consistency.

Then if he passes all the tests, or most of them at least, feel free to initiate contact!  Try not to get too excited though, remember the rules of playing hard to get still apply online.

Xoxo,

Taryn

Ps. Got any more tips on this subject? I’d LOVE to hear them. Post a comment!

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