KEEPING THE DATING MOMENTUM GOING

KEEPING THAT DATING MOMENTUM GOING YEAR-ROUND

Spotlight fam, what a summer it’s been! I’m coming off the heels of multiple weddings, a necessary getaway with my husband, hosting an adult camp, lots of warm family hangs, and much more. There is never, ever enough time in the summer. The silver lining, however, is that now is by far the perfect time to be back in New York City. Many people don’t realize this, but September is actually the best month to date. Let’s break down five reasons why!

Lindsey Metselaar

BY LINDSEY METSELAAR

1You’re refreshed from the summer. You’ve worked on your tan, you have hopefully gotten some necessary R&R into your system, and it shows. You took some great thirst trap photos, made some new friends, and even convinced your boss you were working when you were on a beach. Lean into how good you feel right now and use it to your advantage.

2Everyone is finally staying put. Not gonna lie, it was hard to pin people down this summer. Between all the COVID weddings that finally happened, everyone and their mother going to Italy, traveling for work, and you know, life! Now that September has hit, you can finally take a deep breath and meet up with that Hinge date that you’ve been onoff texting with all summer. 3The weather is amazing! Summer is the ultimate perfect weather month. I’m willing to fight someone on this statement, and I swear I’m not just saying this because I’m a September baby. The humidity has finally dissipated, but sun is still shining, and the city and the Hamptons are very much alive. You may no longer be able to wear white, but that’s fine because everything looks good on you right now (see item # 1). 4“Cuffing season” is

around the corner.

Don’t know what that is? Well, I’m here to tell you! Cuffing season is a period of the year where single people begin looking for partnerships (whether they’re short- or longterm) to pass the colder months. Hot girl summer walked so ice queen winter could run. If it was tough to get someone to commit this summer, prepare to watch them grovel for your affection very soon.

5Autumn is

a romantic

season. If you’re a Swiftie, or have ever listened to a Taylor Swift song, you know all the unforgettable memories are made in the autumn (ahem, scarves). The leaves start to fall in New York and as they say in Step Brothers, there is “so much space for activities!” The couples options are endless— apple picking, Storm King, hiking, pumpkin picking, you name it. Don’t forget your matching flannels.

So there you have it! Five great reasons why we all should be looking forward to it being fall. Not to mention We Met At Acme also has a ton of fun dating-related events coming up! Head to wemetatacme.com for more information, and hope to meet you Spotlighters in person soon. T