In the modern era, it's hard to talk about dating without discussing dating apps. Scrolling through curated profiles of potential partners has become as routine as scrolling through memes on Instagram — whether you love it or hate it, it’s considered a part of meeting new people and scheduling a few dates on your calendar. Relatively convenient and effective way to spend the night.
But does it work? Dating apps appear to be in a failing era, with a 2023 survey of college and graduate students finding that 79% used dating apps less than once a month, while Match Group (which owns some of the better-known companies) Share prices also fell. - Well-known dating apps (including Tinder and Hinge) have plummeted 40% in the past year. Plus, research shows that the vast majority of people would rather meet a partner in real life than online or on an app, and there are definitely some zodiac signs who are more likely to go that route.
Each sign has their own style when it comes to dating, including how they like to meet people, what they want from a relationship, and what qualities they look for in a partner. While some zodiac signs may enjoy browsing photos of potential matches from the comfort of their couch, others may be put off by the process. For the latter sign, they may just find that their luck and intuition work better for them when they meet people in person.
If you're one of the zodiac signs who are more likely to meet the love of your life in person (rather than on a dating app), you might want to give up on trying to find love online and instead pursue the potential of meeting a partner in real life.
Gemini (May 21 to June 20)
Chatty Geminis love communicating and making connections, whether online or in real life. So while these sociable air signs are looking for love on dating apps just like everyone else, they may find they have better luck meeting people in the wild. Geminis are curious and fun, so it's natural for them to talk to strangers or find interesting common ground with acquaintances.
If anyone can find something to flirt with, it's definitely a Gemini - so they should use their verbal skills to meet new people and attract potential partners while out and about. They're sure to make some friends and make fun memories along the way.
Scorpio (October 23rd - November 21st)
Deep and emotional Scorpios tend to be very private people, so putting themselves in an online dating profile can make them feel a little naked. These intense water signs always keep their cards close to their chest and have a hard time letting themselves be vulnerable, so the thought of having their photos and tidbits judged by strangers is enough to make them queasy.
While many Scorpios use dating apps successfully, many feel more comfortable connecting with people organically and in person. These mysterious people are very sensitive to energy, so being able to figure out someone's real-life vibe without a dating profile is a big advantage in meeting a potential partner in person and having more control over how they appear to them. It's also very attractive.
Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
Pragmatic Capricorn is the traditionalist of the zodiac. They like to stick to time-tested ways of doing things and have a keen interest in all things classic. That's why many Capricorns may prefer to date the old-fashioned way—like meeting someone by chance rather than sifting through profiles on a dating app.
Capricorns value efficiency, and while dating apps may seem efficient on the surface, they can actually consume a lot of time without producing many useful results. Because of this, many Capricorns may choose to take the opportunity to meet potential partners in the wild. If they resonate, they'll know immediately without having to spend weeks texting back and forth while trying to figure out a coffee date to find out.
