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A survey of over 750 single men and women by professional dating service It's Just Lunch debunks the myth of women being uptight flower-mongers and the men they're dating ambivalent tools, in the process illuminating just how mutual the holiday really is for many couples. Rather than the dude taking it upon himself to plan the special day, 54% believe that the couple should plan the date together. Flowers remained prevalent on the wish list--43% of men believed a bouquet to be the best Valentine's Day gift compared to the women's 30% (after which falls chocolate at 5.2%, and lingerie at 1.6%). In fact, a larger percentage of women said the best gift would be a certificate for an activity that both parties can enjoy together.
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A national singles survey conducted by It's Just Lunch, a personalized matchmaking service for busy professionals, revealed a number of interesting trends on dating preferences and expectations for single men and women on Valentine's Day. Men believed that flowers remain a Valentine's Day staple, with 43% of male respondents saying a bouquet is the best gift. However, women answered quite differently- almost 38% said that the best gift is a certificate for an activity that a couple can enjoy together. In fact, only 30% of women thought flowers were the best Valentine's Day gift. "Women want to be able to share an experience with a potential partner," said Irene LaCota, a spokesperson for It's Just Lunch. "Flowers are always a thoughtful gift, but an experience two people can share together helps build a foundation for future dates."
On the surface, it is just a casual lunch date in the middle of the day. No pressure. After dabbling in online dating with no luck, Sam Scafford, 55, saw an advertisement for It's Just Lunch and decided to give it a whirl. He was interviewed to reveal likes, dislikes, preferences and details about past relationships. "We listen to what the client is describing to us as who they feel would be an appropriate match for them and then we use our judgment as a matchmaker to set up a first date for them," says Amy Brinkman, franchise owner of It's Just Lunch.
”Feeling a spark on a first date has less to do with looks and more to do with how at ease you feel, according to a recent survey of 5,000 singles by dating service It’s Just Lunch”
