No one likes an awkward silence in the middle of a conversation. And yet, we’ve all experienced it. Some embrace the pause and take a good look at their conversation partner, while others become anxious and embarrassed. If keeping a conversation going isn’t your strong suit, you probably cringe at the thought of such an…
At the end of the year, brands showed Pre-Fall 2025 collections , which are a kind of spoilers for the main collections. They are not shown on the catwalks, they do not feature many clothes and accessories, and the products look a little simpler. But they are practical and set the vector for future trends and key…
When you manage to get a phone number from your match (or your match yours), your heart can jump. Texting can be so exciting in the beginning stages. You smile when you get a good morning text in the morning , and throughout the day you keep each other updated on how your day is going. You text day…
As if dating before corona wasn’t hard enough, the onset of the global virus brought a whole new set of challenges for singles. Bars and discos were closed everywhere (and sometimes still are), authorities would long suggest to keep the 1.5 meter distance at all times and we weren’t even allowed to go outside after…
First dates, we all know how exciting and nerve-wracking they can be. Especially if you hope to pave the way for a wonderful future, a lot hangs on it. But let's be honest: it's not just about the first date . The second date is perhaps just as important. But how do you get that coveted second…
The childlike sense of wonder that Bottega Veneta 's Mathieu Blasi spoke of backstage at his spring 2025 show was on full display in this resort collection.
"I read a lot of books about elegance, about how to look right. And I realized that there are a lot of parallels between the pleasure of cooking and the…
Would you rather give a speech in front of 100 people than show up for a first date? Or would you find a dramatic lack of funds less stressful than a first meeting? Guess what : you're not alone.
First dates are on a whole different level than a normal, first meeting with another human being. What…
This is Harris Reed’s fourth season at the helm of Nina Ricci , in which he has moved away from his “bigger is better” agenda and focused on sculptural silhouettes and accessories that add a noticeable punch to the look. Reed has retained his love of statement suits, but has allowed them to breathe and soften: the…
The story that creative director Maximillian Davies focused on for the spring/summer 2025 collection was dance. The designer’s mood board featured a 1950 photo of Salvatore Ferragamo trying on shoes for the American dancer and choreographer Katherine Dunham. Next to it were shots of Rudolf Nureyev, who apparently danced in Ferragamo shoes, and several ballet…
Physical attraction decisive? For today’s singles, it’s no longer the most important quality in a potential partner. What is? Emotional intelligence. That’s according to the 11th edition of the annual survey by dating app Match. According to the app’s survey of 5,000 singles, emotional maturity tops the list of qualities singles are looking for, outperforming all other…
