Blind Dates

Let’s talk blind dates...

They used to be a cute, rom-com trope. Now? Not so much - as 63% of Egalitarian’s community respondents said they’ve never been on one before.

Why? Because the trust just isn’t there anymore.

One user even shared their horror story:

“He made a joke about my dead Dad on the first date (& told me he found out through my Insta).”

- Um, absolutely not -

And it’s not just emotional discomfort - 64% admitted to actually fearing for their safety on a dating app-arranged date.
Even more shocking? 0% said they’ve ever used the “Ask for Angela” scheme, either because they didn’t know it existed or they didn’t feel safe enough to ask for help.

That’s why Evntful integrates location sharing, IRL safety prompts, and real-time check-ins into every event-based match.

As with 91% of women admitting to being worried about their safety on dates, it reinforces why dating apps like Evntful are needed now more than ever.

The Current Vibes

So, what’s the vibe now? Gen Z isn’t giving up on dating… but we are changing the rules.

Our generation is all about curated experiences and real connections. It’s why we’re more likely to show up at a run club or group Pilates class than a candlelit dinner with a complete stranger.

At Evntful, we match people based on shared interests and event vibes and not just profile pics. Because let’s be honest, a guy who only has one photo on his dating profile doesn’t exactly scream “emotionally available.”

When you meet someone over something you both love doing, the energy hits way different.

Graphics by: Ioanna Lamprou

The Problem

The problem isn’t just the people, it's the platforms.

And the proof is in the pudding: in November 2024, Tinder lost 594,000 users, while Hinge dropped by 131,000, Bumble by 368,000, and Grindr by 11,000. With most dating apps built for endless swiping instead of meaningful connections, no wonder 58% of Egalitarian poll participants said they’re unlikely or definitely not going on another dating app-arranged date again.

And when stories like “I got called a sl*t and strangled on a Hinge date” are being shared, it’s clear we’ve normalised too much trauma. Reinforcing once again why apps like ‘Ask For Angela’ are needed to help combat this dating horror stories.

Evntful was built because we believe safety and chemistry shouldn’t be mutually exclusive. We’ve reimagined dating from the ground up, putting community accountability and consent at the core of every interaction.

What Singles Deserve

Dating should be exciting; not terrifying.

And while Gen Z isn’t afraid to ghost, block, or call out bad behaviour, we also crave connection, authenticity and respect.

Whether you’re into indie gigs, plant swaps, or dog park meet ups, Evntful makes sure you’re not just going on another sketchy dinner date; you’re stepping into a space where you're seen, safe, and surrounded by people who get it.

Because we deserve more than awkward small talk and safety concerns.

We deserve dates that don’t suck.

Graphics by: Ioanna Lamprou

Credits:

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• Statista: Online dating in the United Kingdom
• Single Friendly Church: 40% of UK adults are single
• Dating News: Single women & dating safety stats
• Ask For Angela: Official site
• BBC: Dating safety report
• Community Dating App Experience Poll (Egalitarian) — 26 June 2025
• Been on a blind date? Yes – 37%, No – 63%
• Been on a date arranged through a dating app? Yes – 72%, No – 28%
• Felt uncomfortable on one of these dates? Yes – 93%, No – 7%
• Feared for your safety? Yes – 64%, No – 36%
• Used Ask for Angela? Yes – 0%, No – 100%
• Would go on another date like this? Definitely not – 25%, Unlikely – 33%, Likely would – 17%, Definitely – 25%
• User-submitted dating horror stories (anonymised)
• Internal feedback from the Egaliterian community, 2025
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