Category Archives: Sly Yet Genius Dating Tips

The Real Reason You Should Go On A Date

Why do people date?  Some believe it’s  because every one of us is on a quest for Mr./Mrs. Right.  I don’t necessarily agree.  The “right” person could be there, you may just not be ready for them.  Take this example: Lets say you had $ 50,000 to buy a car. You can either choose to go for the classy yet reserved kinda car lets say, a Volvo, or get yourself a sexy red convertible.  You chose the convertible because although you know the Volvo is a safe bet, the convertible is risky and it provides you with the element of fun.

Dating is fun. It’s fun to feel the excitement before stepping into the shower, it’s fun to pick the outfit, it’s fun to wine and dine with someone new ( and cute), it’s fun to feel the butterflies in your stomach when your hands touch and it’s fun to hear yourself talk about yourself to someone new.

Dating stops being fun when a) you’re on a  mission to find Mr. Right and b) when your hunting for sex.

Then it starts feeling too forced, people sense the urgency in your voice and smell the desperation in your actions.

Of course many of us date to find that special someone, all I’m saying is that shouldn’t be what drives us. I’m a firm believer in this cliche notion of love happening when you least expect it to.

I think I’m in Love.

Bisoux

 

 

7 Ways (Lebanese) Men Turn Us OFF

Here’s a nice way to start your week. Wondering why that chick you took out last month hasn’t called you back? Maybe you pulled  one of these…

1) Cheap tippers- don’t you just hate it when a guy doesn’t tip generously. I don’t care how much he spent- if he’s only leaving 4,000LL on a 100,000LL bill- it will leave a sour taste in my mouth.

2) Terrorizing drivers- with his sports car- regardless of his  horsepower, if  he’s gonna terrorize every other driver in close proximity and make unnecessary turns just to hear his engine squeal and his tires screech, I’m not impressed and most probably will dig my nails into his leather seats.

3) Unbuttoned shirts- some Lebanese men insist on unbuttoning their shirts all the way down to their belly buttons.  They also like to piss you off further by throwing in a gold necklace.I almost feel like they purposely curl chest hair in an attempt to stick them out of it. It’s horrendous -tuck it in and button it up.

 

Khalas!

 

4) Bad teeth- if you’re a smoker than most probably your teeth need whitening.  You can be the hottest piece of %%% in town and still have turn-off teeth.  Don’t think they go unnoticed.

5) Men need pedicures too- need I say more?

6) High-waist  pants – I don’t care how many women are wearing them- men should steer clear of pants that are anywhere close to their waists. The humpty-dumpty look will never be IN!

6.5) Over Dosing at the gym- yes there is such thing as being OVER-MUSCLY. Here’s a hint:  if you can’t walk anymore without your arms floating up  in the air from side to side,  You ‘ve had enough.

7) Bald and in-Denial- if your going bald, and most likely you are, enough with the gel and sorry attempts at growing your hair extra-long in an effort to distract us from that obvious bald patch; we can see it, it’s right on your head- so embrace it, set that shaver on zero and get with the program.

Men : you can thank me later.  Ladies: am I missing a few? Bisoux

Lebanese Women Need A Dress Code ASAP

Yes We Do!!  Or maybe some image training. Because hek, people just don’t know how to dress for the occasion. Let’s talk about work-appropriate clothes, because at the end of the day YOU  represent the company you work for.

Before I get into that I want you to think about this: why is it that everywhere I look,  most women in Lebanon feel like dressing up is not complete without the excessive show of skin? Why have we not learned to embrace fashion in all forms even if it means covering up ? Why do we still insist on hanging on to lace, latex  and pleather in all the wrong ways?

I get that ( with all due respect) some minimum-wage employees may not know any better than to pull out those leaving-nothing-to-the- imagination mini’s  to work. Although to be fair,  I’ve seen some pharmacists that look like they’re about to guest-star in a soft-porn movie with their cleavage and acrylic nails. But nowadays, you walk into the office of  reputable organization ready to meet the professional director only to encounter a lady wearing the skimpiest tightest pants that detail  her every single curve ( and cellulite), the steepest heels that look like she stole them from a strip-club , enough make-up to paint an army of beauty pageants, not to mention her botox-mutilated lips. And guess what?! She’s the CEO, so your expected to have a professional deal-breaking conversation with this woman while all you really wanna do is hold her hand and ask her why she would do this to herself?

Even at conferences, women here just refuse to put on a decent suit. If it is a suit it will have to be a Cavalli animal print with all the bling in her jewelry box. So I get it, we like to get a little risqué , but why is it so difficult for us to dress decently for work? Bisoux

DO!


DON'T!!!

IVY’s Favorite PickUp Lines

The goal is to make him or her feel good, so good in fact that they’ll want to talk to you some more.  If you get him or her to laugh… SCORE!!!

Yes… I know, some may come off as super-cheesy or at times mean, but you gotta know your audience people… You get my drift ;)

1.Nice to meet you, I’m Ivy and you are… gorgeous.

2. Looking this good is illegal in Beirut, bas if you go out with me, I’ll let you off with a warning.

3. Apart from being so sexy, what is it that you do for a living?

4. Your father must have been a farmer, cause you’ve grown some nice melons (or lemons… depending on the girl)  ( use with caution)

5. You’re so hot, I think your the reason behind global warming.

6.I’m sorry to tell you this but your going to hell, looking that good is a sin.

7. If your going to regret this in the morning, then we can just sleep past noon.

8. I may not be the best looking girl here,but you can’t really afford to be that picky. (use with caution)

9. It’s your lucky day, I’m on the rebound and I just lowered my standards.

10. Do you have a name, or can I just call you mine?

11.Damn boy, and I thought I was good looking

12. I was gonna come talk to you earlier, but I didn’t want your friends to fight over me.

Disclaimer: Ivy shall not be held responsible for any slaps, drink spillage or brawls that may occur following any of the above  pick-up lines. Flirt at your own risk. Bisoux

Sly Yet Genuis Dating Tips

I read somewhere that dating is all about competition, and how naturally we’re inclined to want something that is unattainable which led me to my latest dating tip.

  1. Send yourself some flowers with a fake card that says something like ” your always on my mind.” Make sure you leave him in a room alone with the flowers so that he can catch a glimpse of them. This way he knows how lucky he is to be with you.  If he asks who they’re from just say  ” oh some guy I met during a work meeting.” This will keep him on his toes!  Bisoux  

    You'll keep him guessing!

    Warning: The above tip only works at the very first stage, or else he could accuse you of cheating.

Ridiculous Dating Tips From The 30′s

This is no joke.These are the types of tips women actually got back in the day! Can you imagine applying them nowadays. You here that Ladies don't tug on your girdle and iron your stockings!

Affection means humiiliation!?

No dancing and talking at the same time. Ou3a!

LOL!!!

To check out the rest of this ridiculousness click here. Bisoux

Now Let’s Talk About Sexism

I Can’t believe these ads existed . Here’s the site. So ridiculous. Bisoux

Ma3oul???

3ayb!

Tfeh!!

Yeh!!

Kate Hudson Makes Her Move On Justin Timberlake

Someone seems to be taking my advice…

According to ShowbizSpy those  two have known each other for years but the timing was never right. When she heard he was single again she decided to make her move on the night of the SAG Awards.

Kate’s always had a thing for Justin, and after reading that his romance with Jessica Biel is over, she’s decided to make her move,” a source told the National Enquirer. “Kate flirted with Justin outrageously that night, and he was all over her,” the source adds. “They exchanged numbers in the green room.”

If Kate can do it, we have no excuse! Bisoux

Image: Harper’s Bazaar


What The Drink You Order Says About You- the Lebanese Version- Round 1

Back By Popular Demand

Martini: I’m a  stylish single girl and this drink is the missing accessory to my already trendy well-thought out outfit.

Wine: I’m traditional and classic, I’m French educated, my country makes some damn good wine so why not go local.

Pink Wine ( Rosé): I want to party on some roof-top overlooking the coast, this bottle looks so good, comes in a champagne glass  and only costs LL30,000. 

Jack and Coke:  Don’t mess with me, I’ll hurt you, I drive a BMW and I’ll probably spend the night in the club, NOT dancing.

Vodka Red Bull: Wal3any Ilayly ya man,  I go to AUB/ LAU, I have an early class ,I came with my dad’s car but will probably get so wasted I’ll have to go home with a friend.

Dou Dou Shot: I just broke up with my boyfriend, I don’t care what I do tonight, it doesn’t count I’m depressed.

Tequila Shot: My boyfriend cheated on me but he doesn’t know I know, so please take advantage of me.

Champagne: I’m rich and I’m not afraid to show it, why not interrupt  everyone’s favorite song by changing the music to some 80′s music with cheap firecrackers. Hopefully they’ll put my name on the big screen!

Am I right or am I right ? ;) Bisoux

Flowers Got Her a Husband But Can They Get Me A Valentine?

Tip #5 Give him a flower!

Ok it just dawned on me thanks to Joelle’s comment, I vaguely remember hearing something about MP Nayla Tueni actually proposing to her husband on air by sending him flowers but I just can’t seem to find any photographic evidence. I mean what better than a flower to show him you like him? It can do most of the talking for you. I know, I know I’m getting really good at this ;P Ladies , if your going out tonight, give this a shot, let’s see if this works! Bisoux