After 76 first dates, I stopped trying to optimize for love and learned to enjoy the experience of meeting someone new.

If you’re in a long-distance relationship coming up with virtual date ideas to bridge the gap between you and foster fun memories is no easy feat, but with some planning, it’s possible. Think beyond ...

First dates never get easier. The anticipation, excitement, and awkwardness is always there. Of course, where you decide to meet and what you wear is important — but not nearly as much as what you'll ...

They’re just not that into you. In today’s digital dating world, consider yourself lucky if you can land a first date. Of course, a second date is not always guaranteed and if your potential suitor ...

The question “Do you want to go for a drink sometime?” is basically shorthand for asking someone to go on a date with you. And like so many others, a bar date is my go-to for my first time going out ...

At the beginning of summer, I found myself going on such a spontaneous first date that I did not have time to go home and change beforehand. (Ah, the joy of modern dating apps.) For many, this could ...

When you are too nervous during a first date, you may not be yourself, which can make it more difficult to tell if the two of you are truly a match. Source: Troy Aossey/Getty It's natural to be ...

First dates can feel like a tactical sport, especially if you’ve been out of the game for a while. From deciding what to wear — are heels too formal or should you opt for sandals just in case your ...