The art of good online dating profiles

Octavia Welby

Crafting a good online dating profile can sometimes feel as complicated as a painting by Jackson Pollock. And yet, you have the power to make it as intriguing as the Mona Lisa. So here’s how to paint yourself in the best light on your online dating profile. Starting out with how to choose the right […]



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Six Summer Date Ideas

Octavia Welby

As the summer rolls along with longer days and weather that’s not sub-zero, your dating possibilities open up. No need to hide away in a dark bar (unless that’s your preferred wooing spot, of course), the outdoors is now your oyster.   If you’re looking for something specific to where you live, we’ve got recommendations […]



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How to survive online dating in 5 steps

Octavia Welby

Online dating is a rollercoaster adventure. But while it’s exciting, it can also leave you feeling a bit bamboozled. What does a successful profile look like? What is the right etiquette? And how can I pick the right person when there are so many options? As mid-life ex-wife blogger Stella Grey puts it, “it’s a […]



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What to wear on a date: dos and don’ts

Octavia Welby

“Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world,” are the enduring words of fashion icon Marilyn Monroe. But what if you’re not wearing the right shoes? Does that mean you’ll struggle to conquer the walk to the bus stop? Hopefully not, but the truth is that what you wear can affect […]



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6 tips for dating as a single parent

Guardian Soulmates

We all know dating can be complicated at the best of times, but as any single parent will tell you, juggling children at the same time can be an added obstacle. Nonetheless, having a child brings a new dimension to any potential romance and certainly does not mean you can’t have a wonderfully healthy and […]



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Going out of the ordinary for Valentine’s Day

Octavia Welby

There’s a lot of pressure on Valentine’s Day. As the shops fill with panic-button red, heart-shaped merchandise and restaurants book up faster than a Donald Trump impeachment seminar, it’s easy to feel more hopeless than hopeless romantic. So, in a move away from the fluffy teddy bears and boxes of chocolates, we’ve put together a […]



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