Filtered By: Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Here are 6 dating trends to watch for in 2023, according to Bumble


With 2023 coming in close, here’s a quick look at what to watch for in the dating scene.

While people have been focused on being adventurous about their dating life in 2022, Bumble predicts people will give more importance to their mental health and well-being  in their dating life next year.

Here are the six dating trends likely to arise when 2023 comes ringing:

1. Open Casting

According to the recent study by the online dating app, more than 1 in 3 (38%) people worldwide are now open to seeing those that aren’t their usual type.

In the Philippines specifically, 77% are more focused on emotional maturity than physical attributes.

2. Guardrailing

With people feeling overwhelmed by suddenly going out and meeting people in person again, Bumble saw that 52% people worldwide have established more boundaries compared to last year.

It showed that 72% of Filipinos are now clearer about their emotional needs and boundaries. They are now also more intentional about how they put themselves out there (75%).

3. Love-life Balance

It seems people are now really prioritizing quality time with their loved ones.

When it comes to their partner, 54% care more about their work-life balance than their career status.

Over the past year, more than half of people (52%) actively created more space for breaks and rest and more than 1 in 10 (13%) will no longer date someone who has a very demanding job.

4. Wanderlove

With lockdowns over, 1 in 3 (33%) people on Bumble said they are now more open to dating people outside the area where they’re currently staying.

In the Philippines, close to 1 in 10 (9%) of people actually find it easier to date in another country.

5. Modern Masculinity

Toxic masculinity was never a thing and you can be sure it won't be thing in 2023.

Over the last year, most of the surveyed men say they have examined their behaviour more than ever, and have a clearer understanding of “toxic masculinity” and what is not acceptable.

More than half of men on Bumble are now challenging stereotypes that they shouldn’t show emotions for fear of appearing weak. They’re now also speaking about their feelings and breaking gender roles.

5. Ethical sex-ploration

The way that we talk, think about, and have sex is changing.

More are approaching sex, intimacy, and dating in an open and exploratory way (42%) and sex is no longer taboo, with over half agreeing that it’s important to discuss sexual wants and needs early on.

What do you think about these trends? — LA, GMA Integrated News

LOADING CONTENT