The pandemic changed our lives forever in many ways, whether it’s work or our social lives – post-covid a lot of our lives look a lot different. And the dating world is no exception! It’s not news that a huge amount of the population are turning to apps and the internet to meet look for love.
But what rules and trends do you need to know about to make sure you can navigate the
online dating world easily as we head towards the end of the year and begin a whole new stage of our dating lives? Read on to learn more about the top 5 dating trends for 2023.
Rethink Your Priorities and What You Want From A Relationship – Top 5 Dating trends for 2023
Before diving into a whole new round of swiping left or right, awkward first meetings and flirtatious messages, take the time to think about what you really want in your romantic life. The past few years have caused a lot of us to question traditional dating models and priorities.
What do you want from your partner and relationship? Have your priorities changed without you noticing? The person you were even a year ago is unlikely to be the person you are now. Sit down and think about what you are really looking for, before you start looking.
People Are Having Deeper Conversations, Quicker
Given everything that has happened recently, there seems to have been a shift in how people are approaching dating, with more honesty about who we are, transparency about our lifestyles and deeper life conversations becoming dating norms. We are now all more aware of the importance of time and are less inclined to fill it with small talk.
Online and Virtual Dating Are Still Present
Even though restrictions are lifted, people are still taking advantage of Zoom and other apps to meet and begin dating online. This afford both people a greater level of comfort as they are getting to know each other and cuts out the logistics during the early stages.
These dates can help you feel safe while you are getting to know someone and help to protect your time and expense if it turns out that your date is not really your type of person. And if these dates are successful, then you can move forward to meeting in person!
Drinking on Dates is No Longer As Common
Many people assessed their relationships with alcohol during the pandemic and sober dates are now becoming more common. The dating app Bumble reports that 34% of their users are now more likely to go on a “dry-date”.
Although this may be bad news for those of us who need a bit of Dutch courage to ease potentially awkward social situations, it also means that you will be making all your dating decisions with a clear head!
More Online Daters will Be Looking for a Fresh Start in the New Year
The New Year is a chance for new starts, and as 2022 comes to an end many will be looking to strike out and begin dating again. That means there’s more chance that your new potential partner will be out there looking for you too! So make sure not to talk yourself out of putting yourself out there and potentially meeting your perfect match!
