Lies on dating sites aren’t as common as you may have been led to believe, however it’s important to be able to spot lies, and to avoid lying on your own online dating profile.
Tag: Profile Advice
Expert Profile Photo Advice
We get a lot of questions from our members about how to take the perfect profile photo; so we spoke to professional photographers Sue Westwood-Ruttledge and Lix Hewitt to find out how to take a flattering and natural-looking Main Photo.
Top 5 Online Safety Mistakes
When you say the words ‘online safety’ most people think of either scammers or online payments, but when it comes to protecting yourself online, it’s important to think about what information you share on your profile. Here are the top 5 online safety mistakes people make in their profiles, with tips on how to avoid… Continue reading Top 5 Online Safety Mistakes
Fitting a Niche
Muddy Matches members generally come to the site through a recommendation from a mud-loving friend, or through a Google search for ‘farmer dating’ or ‘countryside dating’; so it’s a surprise when we receive profiles that don’t mention the countryside at all. You don’t need to write “I think that I am muddy because…”, but it’s… Continue reading Fitting a Niche
Giving the Wrong Impression
Since the dawn of the miniskirt, parents up and down the country have been heard to utter the phrase ‘is that a skirt or a belt?’ to their daughters, and perhaps in the 70s ‘son are those pants or shorts?’ came into play too. The disgruntled comment is all about giving out the wrong impression,… Continue reading Giving the Wrong Impression
What The Top 10 Dating Profiles Have in Common
Using some mathematical wizardry we calculated what the Top 10 male and the Top 10 female profiles on Muddy Matches had in common and this is what we found out…
How to Write a Dating Profile
Let’s face it, writing your dating profile can lead to writer’s block, so sometimes it’s a good idea to come at it from another angle – to think outside of the box by drawing a lot of boxes. Brainstorms aren’t just for quirky teacher in films or team building activities, they can also be helpful… Continue reading How to Write a Dating Profile
Which Photos Should I Use On My Dating Profile?
When it comes to choosing photos for your online dating profile, there are two types of photos to consider; your Main Photo and your Additional Photos. We’ve put together some tips for choosing a suitable Main Photo and a selection of Additional Photos that will show you at your best.
Profile Updates You Should Make
Whether you’ve been online dating for weeks or months, it’s worth taking a regular look at your own profile to see if there are any updates that you can make to it. Here are some changes that you may wish to make…
How to Get a Date for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, but fear not, it’s not too late to find yourself a date. According to our Valentine’s statistics 71% of members would like to go on a first date on Valentine’s Day, so you don’t need to be an established couple to enjoy an evening out. So first things first, how… Continue reading How to Get a Date for Valentine’s Day