[ Q: My partner says he is “not cheap,” but then routinely points out everything he pays for — especially dinners out. I know this is a “him” issue, but it has gotten so bad that I got a Nespresso so that I wouldn’t have to deal with him picking on how much coffee I … Read more
[ Swiping on Bumble is all fun and games until you remember it’s up to you to send the first message. Instead of waiting for clever opening lines to roll in, Bumble puts the ball entirely in your court. So, what’s the best way to get a conversation started? Cheesy opening lines are always a … Read more
[ Q: I love solo sex, partnered sex, one-night stands, watching porn, reading erotica, sexting, taking racy photos, wearing lingerie, experimenting with toys, etc. My sex life is incredibly important to me, even as a single woman. I have sowed my wild oats, and enjoyed that, but I yearn for the intimacy and adventure of … Read more
[ It seems as though we’ve arrived at the moment in the AI hype cycle where no idea is too bonkers to launch. This week’s eyebrow-raising AI project is a new twist on the romantic chatbot—a mobile app called AngryGF, which offers its users the uniquely unpleasant experience of getting yelled at via messages from … Read more
[ It’s easy to fall into a routine on date night, which can make keeping the spark alive in your relationship pretty challenging. Thankfully, with summer right around the corner, there will be plenty of opportunities to surprise your other half with outdoor activities, seaside adventures, and park picnics. If you need some inspo on … Read more
[ Q: How soon is too soon to get engaged? I’m 28, my boyfriend is 29, and we met nine months ago. We’re really happy! We’ve met each other’s families, moved in together, and talked about big future life stuff (kids, money). We’ve had a big fight and gotten through it, so I know we … Read more
[ Beth, 25, has been on Hinge since 2022 but has only ever sent one or two roses, the app’s super-like function. “One time I sat there for 20 minutes, determined to send one, and I just couldn’t,” Beth says. “It feels like you’re being desperate, even though you’re not.” Hinge users receive one free … Read more
[ Bella, 26, went on a first date at the end of last year. After she put on a full face of makeup, styled her hair in a blowout, and selected a pair of heels, she sent him a text. “I was like, this is where I’m at and I’m ready whenever you want to … Read more
[ Rose bouquets, cherry red nails, and heart-shaped everything can only mean one thing: Valentine’s Day is here, star angels! Whether you yearn for romance (ahem, Pisces) or see love as serious business (hi, Virgo), the cosmos have major lessons in store for your love life, regardless of your relationship status. A few transits stand out … Read more
[ Q: How little sex is too little? My boyfriend and I have been together for a little more than four years (we’re both in our early 30s and just moved in together) and we just… don’t really have sex anymore. It’ll be like a couple times a month. We’re both busy and stressed with … Read more
