People are fascinated by love and relationships, and just recently there have been some major studies into attraction, dates, love and relationships. Surprisingly, these studies have discounted a lot of info that us women thought were key to finding love… from whether to make the first move to what to wear. I’ve been hunting through, and here are the 7 biggest dating myths…

1. Flash Some Flesh?

Every women secretly (or not so secretly) thinks that flashing some flesh will get them a second date. So when researchers quizzed (and tested!) men on what they like their dates to wear, they were surprised to discover that the ideal amount of flesh on show is about 40%. So if you feel confident in a skirt, or want to rock shorts, wear a stylish top that covers you stomach and chest. If you are wearing jeans, don’t be afraid to pick a cute cami! Just remember that you’ll only stay on his mind if you give him something to think about, so leave some things to his imagination.

2. Men Love Women Who Make The First Move?

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For years, dating advisors have been instructing women to have confidence, and make the first move on guys they like. After all, women have equal rights now, and men can be shy too. The new studies monitored new couples, recording who made the first move, and found that typically whoever approaches the other first usually ends up falling hard. So look great, smile at him, and wait for him to come over…

3. Show Him How Connected You Are By Talking About Shared Interests

While talking about common interests will make you feel connected, it can be beneficial to talk about your individual hobbies and interests too. Being exposed to new and exciting things from a new and exciting person increases dopamine production, which creates interest and passion. So don’t be afraid to be different!