How has the dating trend changed in the last 5 years
The landscape of dating trend has undergone significant transformations in the past five years, as technological advancements, changing cultural norms, and evolving societal expectations have taken over the world. Modern romance has evolved in more ways than we know. In this article, we delve into the key changes that have redefined the way individuals seek and establish romantic connections over the past 5 years. Here is how the dating trend has shifted gears.
The Digital Cupid
The past few years has seen a rapid rise of dating apps. Platforms like Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge have become the norm for initiating romantic connections. According to Forbes Health, nearly 70% of individuals who met someone on a dating app said it led to a romantic, exclusive relationship. Youngsters say that it is much easier to find partners on dating apps than it is to find in person now.
Demographics of Online Love
Interestingly, individuals between ages 43 and 58 found the most success with online dating, challenging the stereotype that digital love is only for the young. Moreover, males were more likely to have met someone on a dating app and have it lead to an exclusive relationship compared to females.
The Quest for Authenticity
Social media and dating apps have been on the rise during the changing dating trend, but so has a lot of pretentiousness. With the rise of social media, there’s been a push for authenticity in dating profiles. Youngsters especially, are now becoming more discerning, seeking genuine connections rather than the superficiality that was once rampant in online dating. ‘Catfishing’ is a very common problem now where a person assumes a fake identity and attracts potential suitors online.
Slow Dating
In 2020 came the COVID19 pandemic, which changed everything. The pandemic introduced the concept of ‘slow dating,’ where people take more time to get to know each other virtually before meeting in person. This trend has continued, with many appreciating the deeper emotional connections formed before physical meetings.
Video Dates
As the world was stuck in a seemingly endless lockdown, video calls became the lifeline of dating. Video calls have become a standard feature in dating apps, allowing for virtual dates. People started feeling more comfortable planning dates on video calls as they felt a sense of control and closeness even while being apart.
Diverse Relationships
There’s been a significant increase in the acceptance and visibility of diverse relationship structures, including polyamory and non-monogamy. Also, more people have started coming out of the closet due to acceptance of homosexuality and so different gendered relationships started coming into picture. Over the past 5 years, this has reflected a broader acceptance of different lifestyle choices.
Ghosting and Orbiting
Unfortunately, not all trends are positive in a world of dating apps where all you have to do is swipe to love. Trends like ‘Ghosting’, ‘orbiting’, ‘breadcrumbing’, etc. have become common terms in the dating lexicon, referring to the act of suddenly cutting off communication without explanation and the phenomenon of an ex-partner maintaining a presence in one’s digital life without direct contact and breadcrumbing which reference to giving just enough attention to keep someone hooked without any attempt at commitment.
The Search for Stability
Despite the changes, the interest in finding a committed partner remains the same. People are looking for stability and meaningful connections, even in the fluid world of casual dating.
In conclusion, the past five years have seen a dynamic shift in dating trends, influenced by people’s changing perspectives and rapidly modernizing lifestyles. But no matter how far the world advances, the desire to love and be loved will never change. Different years, but the same passion, and that’s what ultimately keeps the world tightly bound together – the pursuit of romance.