Winter is already upon us, and that can only mean one thing in the dating world: cuffing season has begun. This is the time when every meal seems to be meant to be shared with a significant other. So, if you have yet to find a buddy to cozy up with by the fireplace with a mug of hot chocolate, we’ll give you the best four tips in this article so you can officially start the cuffing season on the right foot.
What is cuffing season?
Cuffing season is a popular term for the search for someone with whom to spend the cold, wintery days exclusively. It also applies when looking for someone to spend the holidays with. During this period, dating tends to get more exclusive, unlike in the summer, when being in a relationship tends to come out of style.
When is cuffing season?
As we’ve previously explained, cuffing season occurs during winter, meaning October through March. Strangely, happily single people start to yearn for someone to share a blanket with during this time.
When does cuffing season end?
Cuffing season usually ends when days start feeling less cold, and the sun seems to get brighter. In other words, it culminates with Valentine’s Day. The warmer days tend to bring out in people the desire to be single and free to experience life.
How to find someone to date during cuffing season
Finding the right person for the months ahead can seem challenging if you don’t know where to start. If you’ve already started too long for a person to buy pumpkin lattes for, keep on reading because here we’ll tell you how you can find the perfect person for the winter season.
Go on dating apps
Dating apps are the perfect place to start looking for your winter partner. They’re a safe space where you can communicate your preferences and engage with people who might want the same thing you do like a temporary partner to spend time with during the cold months. Places like OKCupid, Facebook Dating, The Verge, and BLK can be a perfect start to your journey.
Define the kind of relationship you are looking for
This is one of the most important things in the whole process. Being honest with yourself about what you’re looking for is key for whatever it is you are trying to get, and searching for a cuffing season partner is no exception.
Before you download or create an account on a dating site or app, think long and hard about what it is that you want and desire.
Be clear about what you are looking for
This is another very important point. Honesty is always the best policy, and this applies to online dating too. Being clear from the start with the people you intend to date can save you many misunderstandings and tears down the line. This is why we’ll always recommend that you approach this whole process candidly. Besides, communication will always be the way to go, even if it seems hard.
Don’t make plans too far in the future
As you’re only looking for a person with whom you can spend a limited amount of time, it’s best not to make plans too far in the future.
It’s okay to plan what you’re going to do for the next few months or how you want your dates to go, but avoid, if possible, thinking too far ahead and including a person in your future if you’re not really sure if they’re still going to be there. That can not only create confusion for you but also for the other person. Getting someone’s hopes up can make for a very messy situation.
Ready to get cozy?
Now that you know how to start the cuffing season journey, all that’s left is to start dating away. If you keep in mind these simple tips and tricks, we can almost guarantee that you’ll have a fantastic and romantic time during the next very cold few months.
Get ahead of cuffing season now!
