What is “cuffing season”? Autumn’s relationship trend announced

‘Headline season’ transforms climate as leaves turn orange and temperatures drop flirt landscape for many. This annual phenomenon of singles seeking partners during the winter months is more than a trend, according to Logan Ury, Hinge’s director of relationship science and a Harvard-educated behavioral scientist.

“Cuffing season is real,” says Ury.

Why is Autumn focused on finding a partner?

Ury explained that the science behind this seasonal change is based on human behavior: During the warmer months, people are often busy and traveling, but as winter approaches, the desire for companionship increases.

But find love in the digital age It takes strategy, says Ury, author of “How Not to Die Alone,” and the biggest mistake daters make is focusing on quantity over quality. According to Hinge’s research, singles who talk to eight or fewer people at a time are more likely to find a partner.

“‘Who did I tell this to?’ It’s hard to say ‘Who did I tell this to?’ To really focus on each person and really ask, ‘Can I build a relationship with this person? Can I give them a chance?’ And if yes, great. If not, move on to the next one,” Ury said.

Hinge introduces “Your Turn” limits

To prevent appointmentees from feeling overwhelmed, Hinge introduced a feature called “Your Queue Limits” that encourages users to manage their connections. They must respond to or close existing chats once they reach eight matches before moving on to new potential matches.

“Really based on this research, if you talk to fewer people, you’re more likely to go on dates and have relationships with them,” he said.

First date tips

For first dates, Ury recommends environments that allow people to showcase their strengths and interests. Instead of opting for the standard coffee historyUry recommends activities that reflect each person’s personality.

Conversation also plays a critical role in creating connections. Ury asks daters “How was your weekend?” He advises them to avoid superficial questions such as: Instead, they start singles with “What’s the last thing you learned?” It encourages you to ask thought-provoking questions such as: or “When was the last time you were surprised?” These types of questions help people stand out and avoid repetitive conversations.

“I want people to be aware and really come forward,” Ury said.