Would you consider going on a double date in today's dating culture?

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Cynicaldreamer · Accepted Answer

I can't even get ONE date. A double date would be a feat of strength for me! Lol. That would require two things: a friend and their date willing to go out with me- I have no local friends so that's out.

And most importantly, a date for myself-

... well that ended before it even started! 🤣

The concept of a double date is nice, and even better for most people. You have others to converse with, break the ice, keep you safe in case things go bad or you need an escape. It's just executing said concept that's the problem for most of us.

Would I personally go on a double date? No, because it would be my luck my date would fall for the other girl there!

Brainsbeforebeauty · Accepted Answer

But then,  who pays for the date🤔🤣🤣

OlderAndWiser · Accepted Answer

Funny you ask. The other attorney in my office is single and he seems to have Yellow Fever. He has been asking my girlfriend (Chinese) to find him an Asian woman to date. Tonight, John, Helen and I went out for a drink after work and Helen revealed that she has found a friend who is interested in meeting him, but a little bit shy. We agreed to have a double date next Saturday night.

ChrisMaster69 · Accepted Answer

I went on one ages ago

was When I met my ex girlfriend.

there was me with my girl and a friend with her girl.

The restaurant where a tad confused, as I had booked the table and said could we have romantic one as was a date. I told the waiter, I thought I would bring three with 2 as spares.

jennifer_bloom · Answer

It’s too showy for me unless it’s more of a social outing than a date, like I would never kiss on a double date.

WhatTheHeckkkk · Answer

Absolutely! Depends on the people though lol.

Domanihatu · Answer

Absolutely!! I am a 41 year old man and my wife is also 41 years old (I am exactly 1 month and 2 days older than my wife). We have gone out on multiple "double dates". The important thing to keep in mind is to keep your partner entertained and enjoy yourself. As long as you are friends with at least one of the other two people, this shouldn't be a problem. The 'trick' to a good double date is to know the other couple (at least professionally) a head of time, that way you can keep the conversation flowing organically. The only time it becomes weird is if organic growth is replaced with long periods of awkward silences.

Wraith_Cemetery · Answer

Not in today's culture, not with most of today's women. But, send me back to the 50's and I gladly would. Go to a milkshake bar and get served by a Soda Jerk. Wear a nice dress shirt and trousers. My gal in a lovely dress, tapered at the waist. Bring along my best friend and his date.  1950's date

lilyanony1 · Answer

I would its good to socialise with others, it can take the pressure off the sexual tension that can build between couples especially in the early stages.
And then you can see how you get on with others and if they like you together.

Lucy68 · Answer

Double dates are actually quite fun especially if the double date involves mini golf lol

cthom1243 · Answer

I’d be lucky to go on one formal date in today’s climate.. still waiting on that opportunity ONE DAY

DarkShevia · Answer

Me and my fiancé go on double dates all the time with our friends who are also in serious commitment relationships. When your in a relationship it hard to relate to single people or want to do stuff that you did when you were single. When I was single I lived a wild and crazy life; now that I’m older and wiser I’m just not interested in that shyt. Couples gravitate towards other couples because they are more relatable. I rarely hang out with single girls anymore because I rather be with my man than at some club or bar getting hit on by drunk f boys that want cheap one night stands. I got better D at home.

Bobsyoruncle · Answer

Looking at those perfect little late 50s early 60s young couples sitting there in the booth prompted a couple of trains of thought...

One, how much I miss those days.

And, two, how kinky they felt when they’d swap partners on a lover’s lane after the movie or dance double date.

midnightmoon05 · Answer

What’s up with today’s dating culture? What am I missing?
Isn’t this normal? I always have friends, families, double dates with friends, their husbands, sister and her husband… I am trying to find more alone time with my man. I think that was another reason why my first marriage didn’t work out… we never had alone time.

I think I am starting to become one of those anti social or little old lady.. just want my alone time.

InventorofWarp · Answer

I've gone on a double date with my friend/sort-of-life-coach and her husband and it was pretty good. Granted the girl I was with and I had like zero chemistry so I don't really know why I did it or why but it was pretty fun otherwise. It's just basically a group date except just with another couple, typically one you're already friends with.

DonkeyDan · Answer

Yes, I like double dates, you get to see how the person responds with other people around, and it shows a different side to them. Also the dynamic of the date tends to be different than a one on one date, and it can be a lot of fun.

dustybiker · Answer

I would be picky. I wouldn't want to get sucked into someone else's bad date.

TwinkleLily5 · Answer

Yes it makes it less awkward. With other people there, the topic of conversations are less intimate and it gives you a chance to get to know the person on the surface without feeling like you’re both at an interview.

notwoke · Answer

I don't think I would go on a date in todays culture at all if I became single. Too much risk of getting a false rape accusation or some shit. I think I would stick to hookers and spend regular time with male friends. the feminist attitude of women today (we're fierce but constantly offended) is a real turnoff

Screenwriter · Answer

If you're friends with the other couple, why not? If you have similar interests and have lively conversations, sure!

Ninani · Answer

Never really got the point of a double date. Having dinner with another couple when you're in a steady relationship I get, but dates are supposed to be about getting to know your date and not the other couple, right?

John987654321 · Answer

Absolutely, culture aside. If one of our friends and their significant other was interested in doing the same thing we were doing, then, absolutely. That sounds like fun.

tilmyheadblows · Answer

If my husband and I had friends that were a couple that we both got along well enough with, sure. Most of the friends we like mutually we also mutually dont like their partners though... lol.

NathanDavis · Answer

yes, sure... because whatever "today's dating culture" is... I never let "trending cultures" dictate what I do in life, so... it would be fine

DaveToo · Answer

At my age, I'd go double dating in nearly any culture.

Spookydood · Answer

Sure! I have a few times. Only problem usually arises if one couple starts arguing. If everyone involved is pretty settled, it goes well 99% of the time. Made some good friends this way.

Loveydove · Answer

Yes! I’ve been on one before actually. It’s pretty nice!!!

MountainBabyxoxo · Answer

Me and my boyfriend go on group dates all the time (: bills are split evenly.

t-8900 · Answer

i've done it a few times at the bowling alley. though admittedly i'm not into bowling and i suck at it lol. The movies were better though

Piper_Jackson · Answer

Yeah, I’ve been dying to go on a double date with my best friend. We both have bf’s and we all get along really well! So definitely!!!

Adam1978 · Answer

I wouldn't arrange one but I might be convinced to join one. At least I got a friend to hang out with if the date is awful.

HighValue · Answer

Only if I was in the relationship for a year first and I knew the other two people separately for as long.

Nomina · Answer

Yes. I've done that before. And it was fun. Less pressure.

Anonymous · Answer

Double date I think is most effective when everyone knows each other and are friends. It's four like minded people and 2 like minded couples. It's great.

Rushabh52 · Answer

If we are comfortable with that other couple than YESS, Otherwise it will spoil our date too!!

blububs7 · Answer

I would have to say no. Things have changed a lot and many things that were ok can be seen as offensive now plus women are different now in many ways and are not as laid back as they once were. Many are too uptight about many things now.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

Where am I gonna find a double date? I can't even find a single date!!

fonduegirl · Answer

No. Feels like friends hang out. Unless it's group relationship.

Mangospacho · Answer

Absolutely. If the girl you’re seeing isn’t interested in you then you still have a shot with the other girl on the date.

jamesgoldman · Answer

I'd need time, money and friends who are looking to date, I have none of those things

Wiredone · Answer

I wouldn't go on a double date. I want to concentrate all my attention on my date.

Xoirwinkan · Answer

What do you mean with today's dating culture? That it's sexual on the first date? I think a double date is perfectly acceptable, if you are friends.

imfreeze95 · Answer

As a man if I go on a date I’m going to be recording on my phone in case the woman says lies like rape or some metoo crap

dolemite89 · Answer

2 couples going to movies or out to dinner together sounds fine 🤷‍♂️

Anonymous · Answer

Yes. Just for entertainment though nothing serious. Double dates are fun but my last one was a horrible experience.

Anonymous · Answer

Yeah. But I've found it works best when all 4 people know each other very well.

bannacookies · Answer

I had before. It was fun, but felt like I was on a date with three people, not just my date. Lol

ChiPaPa · Answer

I wish I could find a woman who would be interested in me. I await death.

Anonymous · Answer

We always have double dates with my sister and her husband or my friend and her boyfriend …etc

Guardian45 · Answer

I've done so in the past. Given the right circumstances, I would again in the future.

cookiecrusher · Answer

Nah, i like the personal alone time with my dates. Couple hangouts are fine.

boxxie2002 · Answer

I would consider it but wouldn't be something I would seek out

Smegskull · Answer

No. A) I don't date. B) I don't have friends to double with.

SaoirseS · Answer

Yes! They’re a lot of fun!

Dinklex3 · Answer

? Of course.  Double dates are so much fun

google_was_my_idea · Answer

Not really, but then again my option could always change.

JennBITx · Answer

I would. I was actually raised to do double dating

TheorionMage · Answer

Dating 'yes' hook-up 'no'.

chrissykerdock · Answer

then how do you give your date a blowjob?

AviatorTom · Answer

Sure, my SO and I often double date with friends.

elizamichale1 · Answer

Yup i have few times with my brother

TheSpaceGnome · Answer

Only if I liked the girl I'm paired with.

Phoenix98 · Answer

Maybe I guess I'm kind of impartial about em.

IronsKev · Answer

Yeah have done many times

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