In sync with western dating trends!

Relationships on Female First

Relationships on Female First

The dating trends in South Asia are fast matching up to those followed by singles in the West. With changing values and rise of the affluent professionals, dating has become socially acceptable. Dating is also fast-moving in the virtual world with social networking platforms, Apps and online dating are seeing a rise in popularity. The South Asian dating scene is moving - and it's moving fast!

Guys

Men have come a long way from old fashioned, guys-with-large-moustache images! Now, South Asian men are fashion forward, on-trend, and keen to see all the different dating trends and habits favoured by Europeans and Americans.

Girls

The face of Indian women has undergone a massive change in recent decades. South Asian women just don't have the same reserved subservient image of their parents' generation. They are super outgoing and independent and passionate. However, many will still have an attachment to the traditional values with which they have grown up.

Change in marital age

As dating is on the incline, so young South Asians are in no hurry to marry at the drop of a hat! More and more people are now choosing to marry after the age of 25.

Religion and Caste

Dating is now seeing a loosening, if not a total disappearance of the restrictions of old, determined by caste, religion and even race. Though these may still remain of concern to some parents, it doesn't seem to feature high on a date's 'must haves' for the millennials!

Appearance

Physical qualities like height and colour do not hold the same importance for today's singles, as South Asians are more open to wider range of attributes in potential partners.

Shared Interests Are Key

Compatibility of interests continues is key for South Asian singles. Many will meet only on the basis of mutual interests and then take their relationship to the next level.

First Date

The first date is REALLY important, especially for the ladies! Some South Asian girls do enjoy extravagant dates. Sorry, but what girl doesn't!

Public Displays of Affection

Public displays of affection are becoming increasingly acceptable, especially in urban environments.

Sex

With more and more British South Asians getting married later in life, the chances of them having a sexual partner is likely to be higher. Those who live in large cities and who don't live with their parents, are more likely choose live together until they are ready to commit to marriage. As such, they are more likely to accept sex before marriage as part of their relationship.

About Project 143

Founded in 2016 by Aneeka Patel, Project 143 is a matchmaking and introductions agency for South Asian professionals in London between the ages of 28 and 45. The company prides itself on offering its clients a personal involvement in the selection of suitable candidates and works with a network of carefully handpicked and approved members, all of whom are personally interviewed by certified Matchmaker, Aneeka.

Project 143 guarantees its members a minimum of eight matches in a six-month period. The company also offers members one-to-one sessions with a qualified health and lifestyle consultant to support them on their matchmaking experience as well as providing members with ongoing advice and support. For more information, visit http://www.project143.co.uk/