Since the Covid-19 era, video dating has become a popular alternative – and for good reason. Nowadays, it’s not just about quickly figuring out if the chemistry is right without wasting time on travel or planning. You can comfortably check from your couch if it’s a match.
It’s especially practical for matches that live far away. Sometimes it could work, but many of us dismiss people upfront because we assume that a meeting isn’t worth it. But there’s a simple and hassle-free option: video dating!
So why not seize the opportunity to have an initial conversation without much effort? There’s little to lose – at worst, you’ve had a pleasant chat, and at best, it could lead to a romance or an (online) play relationship worth overcoming distances and boundaries for.
On the other hand, if things don’t go as expected, you can easily and quickly end the date. Plus, you’re in the safety of your own home.
Sex – uh, six – tips for sexy video dating
- Make sure to use a computer, preferably a laptop, instead of your phone for the virtual meeting, so you don’t have to hold it the whole time. This way, you’ll sit more naturally and have a better view of each other.
- Use more formal services like Skype or Zoom. While they might seem a little old-fashioned, they guarantee good video and sound quality. But don’t forget to log out of your work account and sign in as a private user. If needed, create a new account. Even easier: You can use Google Meet without creating a new account or downloading an app.
- Plan your virtual date like a real meeting by setting a time and sticking to it. It might feel a bit weird, but it shows the other person that they’re important to you. Plus, don’t forget the excitement and anticipation it builds on both sides.
- Go to the bathroom beforehand, set out glasses, drinks, and anything else you might need. Nothing is more annoying than a conversation partner who keeps getting up to grab something or take care of other things.
- Dress up. This is a way to show respect for the other person. You wouldn’t show up to a real date in sweatpants, would you?
- Take it a step further and talk about what you both will wear. A video date is the perfect opportunity to dress up for the other person without being judged by others. And it provides some conversation starters. Whether it’s a tuxedo, a forbiddenly short O-dress, a latex body, a catsuit, leather cuffs, or cosplay. At home, anything goes – as long as it’s consensually agreed upon with your date beforehand. So, even if you want to show up naked, please ask your date for their consent first.
All beginnings are hard
Video dating is also a great alternative for those who have been dating for a while, are in a play or long-distance relationship, and can’t meet in person right now. From a virtual dinner together to creative tasks or virtual control – the possibilities are endless. Let go of your doubts and just have fun!
