THE LOVE LAB

First Dates Do’s and Don’ts Featured on DatingSite.org

suzanna — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 02:30:49 +0000

Love Lab’s article on What Not To Do On a First Date (A Guide For Females) was recently featured on Dating Site.org as one of 45 articles on the do’s and don’t of dating. You can locate us here as #34 on the list. Enjoy!

http://www.datingsite.org/blog/2010/45-articles-of-dating-no-nos-what-not-to-do-say-or-wear/

The Seductress (The Style Series)

suzanna — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:53:15 +0000

She is sensual and not afraid to express her sexuality – meet The Seductress of The Style Series. This woman can’t be pigeon holed into a certain style because she wears what looks good on her body and what makes her feel confident. It is this confidence, and not desperation, that makes her The Hunter.

Like what you see here? TheLoveLab offers style and image advice for those looking to make themselves more appealing to the objects of their affection. Please refer to our consulting page to see rates or send an email to consulting@thelovelab.com.

Polish Color of the Summer

suzanna — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 23:39:47 +0000

I am obsessed with NEON BABY BLUE as the color of choice for my pedicures.

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Asking A Woman’s Age

suzanna — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:31:47 +0000

There is surely some disagreement about whether it is appropriate to ask a woman’s age. Some men and women are fairly casual about it whether other men try to extract this information from you in a more creative manner due to previous unpleasant responses.

In Europe, asking a woman’s age seems to be a normal thing to do. Then again, in Europe men seem to not be so bent out of shape if a woman is a bit older (well the liberal Europeans…or am I wrong about this?

So here is how I see the issue. Asking a woman about her age is the sociological equivalent of asking a man what he does for a living. It is okay to do on a first date (if it is important for you to find out), but may be not in the first 10 minutes of meeting someone.

Stay Tuned to Style Item Descriptions!

suzanna — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:20:44 +0000

Wondering where to get the items seen in The Style Series? Well, it’s not over yet! Stay tuned to The Love Lab as all the item descriptions will be published in an upcoming post.

The Russian That Refused Her Role (shhh asks LoveLab)

suzanna — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 01:00:01 +0000

SUBJECT: Russian GF

Hi Lovelab,

I had this very sweet Russian girlfriend and it was very intense at first but I was bothered by her unwillingness to cook or clean. Am I a pig or aren’t those the types of things woman tend to do?

Also, she used to sit behind me while I was on the computer and bite her nails obsessively. Is that normal?

LoveLab says:

Dear Shhh,

Yes, some women adhere to their traditional role to cook and clean. However, as the number of women being accepted into graduate school is now exceeding that of men and many women (especially in New York) are putting effort into establishing their own careers, it is hardly reasonable to expect that all women would fall into this stereotype. Women took on these roles since in the past one salary (usually that of the man) was enough to feed the entire family. These days, women often contribute to the family income and even if not at the same rate, the fact that someone brings in less money doesn’t make them less tired from a full workweek.

In addition, women contribute to the marriage in their own unique and irreplaceable way – through childbirth. This is a contribution that involves physical and mental investment for 9 months, but also during the early years when a woman breast feeds. Many women, even if they don’t cook and clean (let’s say they have full time help with a nanny), still take an active role in child rearing and organization of the household chores.

There are also those instances, where women come from money (see The Park Avenue Princess) and are not accustomed to these roles due to their upbringing (nor do they necessarily need to be).

All that matters is that two adults are happy with each others contributions to the partnerships and they value what their partner adds to their life, whether it’d be good companionship, emotional support, financial upward mobility, or the comfort of a meal and a clean home that mama used to give.

And as for the up-in-your-grill nail biting – may be she just wanted to feel involved in what you were doing?

The Park Avenue Princess (The Style Series)

suzanna — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 05:52:51 +0000

The Park Avenue Princess by TheLoveLab

Some men don’t need to bring home the bacon to mate and some women don’t need to cook it. Here is a compilation from The Style Series called The Park Avenue Princess. She wears flowing dresses, high heels, and fine jewelry that is probably acquired through her daddy’s fortune. Her furniture is regal and so is her attitude. She makes the perfect trophy wife and will woo you with her charm if she thinks you’re worthy. But beware, if cocktail parties and charity balls aren’t your thing, you might be put off by the way she feels entitled to just about everything.

The Free Spirit (The Style Series)

suzanna — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:55:31 +0000

The Free Spirit by TheLoveLab on Polyvore.com

As the first male installment of The Style Series, we bring to you The Free Spirit. This is a laid back, cool cat who smooth talks his way into your heart. He sometimes forgets to call because he is so wrapped up in his world of art, philosophy, and relaxation. However, he makes up for his fickle behavior with his boyish good looks and wit.

The Romantic (The Style Series)

suzanna — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:42:51 +0000

A big part of what initially attracts a man to a woman is her visual appearance. And let’s face it, us females won’t say no to a nice specimen…if one was handed to us all strings attached. Therefore, I’d like to dedicate certain posts to looking great and so was born The Style Series. In this first example, here is a compilation for a girly girl. I call this ensemble The Romantic. I just discovered Polyvore.com and I couldn’t resist . I will make one for the boys soon as well!

GIVING YOUNGINS A TRY (Lulu asks LoveLab)

suzanna — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 05:08:30 +0000

SUBJECT: Single and ready to mingle

Hi LL:

I am a 30 year old newly single lady. I have a strong attraction for a younger man. 23 years old to be exact. He is devastatingly gorgeous yet humble and doesn’t even know it. He is clearly not on my level in terms of life but I am a hopeless romantic who believes in taking chances. I have been burnt before trusting my heart to a young, inexperienced, immature, not ready to settle down man before. The outcome was never good. Is he different? We definitely have made a few casual connections and flirting is taking place. I have asked a guy friend to feel out the situation being that he knows us both. This is a work related situation. I completely light up when i see him and think it might be worth a date. I am pretty sure he would be down and really want to see what he’s all about. Am I wasting my time? He is 23! I want a husband and I’m sure he isn’t ready for a wife yet. I could be wrong. Your thoughts?