Now there’s a question! Asked over and over and with no definitive answer, how much time have we all spent ruminating on how to find love and then to make it last? Here are a few ideas…. 1. Choose a mate with whom you share key levels of compatibility. For some it might be a shared religion, a history, friends who realise they’re perfect for each other. Or it could be a common interest in sport, animals, literature, the theatre, old movies or a deep love of trains! Whatever they may be these shared interests and beliefs will be the basis for the connection you feel with another person. 2. Foll ..read more

It’s easy to take one look at celebrities and assume everything in their lives is so much easier. In some senses that’s true, but they do also face the exact same issues as everyone else—and often on a much bigger scale. Plus they have to learn to deal with their emotions in an almost superhuman way, because the entire world is watching. The more high-profile you are, the more that people will be interested in getting to know all about you and your life. There’s mystery, and you’ll be seen as more attractive. It certainly makes for an amazing ego boost!—but the novelty does eventually wear off ..read more

Los Angeles is an awesome place, but a lot of its inhabitants are career-driven and time-poor, making it harder to meet someone seeking romance. But if you know where to look, there are singles out there ready and waiting. LA is absolutely packed with bars, nightclubs, and restaurants. It can be hard knowing where to start on your search for love, but begin by asking one simple question: is the venue trendy? If so—avoid it. These places tend to attract a lot of fake people, whose lives revolve around social media validation and who seek adoration from strangers. That’s not what you’re looking ..read more

You might think that as the UK’s premier matchmaking agency, we would be unlikely to recommend online dating.  However, we strongly believe that online dating is just one of the alternative ways in which someone can find love.  It might take longer to achieve a date online, and it might be far more time consuming to be swiping or making decisions on thousands of potential partners on the basis of a photo alone, but here at Drawing Down the Moon, we love love!   And that is why we want to help people find love, even when you don’t choose to hire a matchmaker.  As matchm ..read more

Signs, Solutions, and Self-Discovery on your Path to Love. As matchmakers and dating coaches, the team at Drawing Down the Moon receive enquiry calls from clients who have struggled in previous relationships, particularly when they have found themselves dating the wrong person.  They may be unsure if they’re truly compatible with the person they are dating, or they may have realized that they’re dating the wrong person altogether.  The surprising reasons your dating life sucks – The Love Machine podcastAre you avoiding splitting up?  Deciding to end a relationship can be hugely ..read more

What is a Friends With Benefits Relationship (FWB)? Friends with Benefits, commonly abbreviated as FWB is a quasi-relationship where you engage in sexual activity with someone, sometimes for weeks, months or even decades, without being in an ongoing romantic, monogamous relationship.   FWB’s often choose to engage in sexual relationships with multiple partners, more often than not with the full knowledge of the other person. There is no sense of ownership over that individual’s body or actions (though please make sure you are using condoms and getting tested regularly). This does not ..read more

If you’re considering using the services of an introduction agency, you might feel that the onus is on the professional matchmaker to find potential partners. That’s partly true – and you can certainly expect your matchmaker to do the legwork – but there are also things that you can do to ensure that the matchmaking process runs a lot more smoothly. Here are a few examples… Decide if a matchmaking agency is right for you The first step is to decide if a dating agency is the best option for you before joining. Generally, we would recommend it as a great option for women aged between 22 and 55 a ..read more

As the CEO of London’s premier matchmaking firm, I am often asked what one thing single people can do when dating to increase their chances of finding love.  The answer from me is a simple one and has changed the romantic destiny of untold numbers of people.  When dating, the number one thing you must remember is this: Love Is Not A List I shared my magical term with The Telegraph in early 2019, with the Love Machine podcast in 2023, and have been sharing it with eager singles for years, guiding (hopefully former) singletons who are keen to learn all they can in order to find and kee ..read more

A first date fills you with excitement and trepidation in equal measure. Luckily, the DDM matchmakers have been supporting and soothing our clients’ nerves since 1984, and have some handy tips to help you prepare for a fun-filled first date. 1. Never say sometime Never say ‘would you like to go on a date sometime?’  Make a specific request regarding a date at least a week ahead, and offer an alternative so there is a choice. For a first date suggest a mid-week day, not a Friday or Saturday (except lunch). Don’t go to a film, concert or even restaurant on your first date. 2. Be public Alwa ..read more

At first glance, the term matchmaker might feel out of place in our distinctly digital, do-it-myself culture. It might feel antiquated or overly formal, or it might even conjure up images of a bygone era where communication was sparse and formality came first.  Would it surprise you to know that matchmaking, despite its old-fashioned connotation, is thriving in the modern world? In fact – it’s only growing in popularity. For people of every age from varying backgrounds, matchmaking is the #1 way to find a soulmate. After all, despite technological advances and never ending changes in soci ..read more