Forget houseplanting, paperclipping and even ghosting; there is now an even more awkward dating trend to navigate. While we’ve probably all experienced (or committed) it numerous times over the last few years, it has never had a name. Well, today it gets one: ‘forward following’.

Even though it sounds like some fluffy Facebook fantasy, ‘forward following’ can be quite annoying and – in some cases – disturbing. Intrigued? Here’s what it is.

‘Forward following’ is when you prematurely follow a dating app match on Instagram, without knowing where things are going with that person. A controversial move, which some argue moves things along quicker, and which others say looks desperate.

Still can’t get your head around it? Imagine you flirt with someone on Tinder, think you’ve hit it off, follow them on Instagram… only to never hear from them again.

Awkward is right.

As (self-inflicted) victims of ‘forward following’, we sought the advice of Dr Nikki Goldstein, a sexologist, relationship expert and host of the podcast Sex & Life to better understand our premature desire to be amigos.

So: why do people add each other on Instagram when they’ve only just matched on Tinder? Here’s what Nikki has to say: “It’s so much easier to investigate online who someone is.”

However, just because “it’s one of those tempting things” that doesn’t make it the right thing to do, Nikki says, reminding us “what we need to factor these days is that we all project a false reality [on social media].”

For this reason, Nikki says, “I don’t like the add on Instagram when you’re on [dating] apps… You might get to know someone based on a perception that’s not who they really are.”

The solution? “Don’t add them on social media; get to know them and when you’re on a date then add them on social media,” Nikki says. And “if it goes wrong – just defriend them.”

“We’re all so scared of the defriend button, but if things didn’t go ok on the date you can still follow them (or not): it’s all up to you.”

“If it feels weird, don’t be scared to defriend them,” Nikki continues. “Your social media is your personal space. Ask yourself: ‘would you have that person over for drinks?’ No? Ok, well: you have a choice as to who comes into your virtual home as well.”

“Don’t be scared to defriend them unless you were potentially thinking you might want to date or hook up with them later on (in which case you might not defriend them).”

“But if not; what’s the harm in blocking them out of your life, because otherwise you’ll probably leave him or her there and your [future] new partners will say, ‘hang on a second, look who you’re following…'” Nikki finishes.

Even better: you won’t end up publically advertising all your unrequited loves; a true win win…

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Every man needs a toolbox, and frankly, those plastic monstrosities from Home Depo are a piss poor excuse for a proper toolbox. This, Japanese made number from Toyo on the other hand, is a different story.There is a fine art to curating everything inside the perfect bachelor pad. It needs to combine manliness, livability and your personal style all within an environment that allows you to relax and enjoy your ever so limited spare time. We all dream of having something epic like a wall-mounted supercar or a coffee table made from an old Ferrari V12, but the reality is that whilst awesome these things are completely unattainable to the normal man.So, what’s a man to do when he wants to inject a touch of rugged, automotive and vintage style to his bachelor pad all on a budget? Well, you could get this epic $100 toolbox from Toyo. Made in Japan, the ‘Two Level Tool Box‘ is not only a place to keep your tools, but it’s also an iconic piece of design that symbolises your love for rugged and practical style. Fill it with an array of hammers, measuring tapes, twine, plyers and not only will this beautiful feat of engineering look good, but it will serve you well as a place to keep all of the essentials you use on a regular basis to keep the pad in check.Toyo was founded after WWII in 1945 in Osaka, Japan and has been crafting high-quality tools and tyres ever since. Unlike most of the crap, you’ll find at hardware stores today, Toyo products are carefully designed and built to last a lifetime. Constructed from sheet steel, you’d be hard-pressed to break this toolbox in the coming century and its iconic fold-out design will look just as cool in 50 years as it does today, not to mention the bold blue paint job. Whether you’re looking for a small addition to your bachelor pad or simply need a place to store your hammer collection, it’s well worth taking a look at the Toyo Two Level Tool Box.Shop Toyo Two Level Tool Box $100

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Chadwick Boseman is once again proving he’s the Hollywood star to be following when it comes to style. The actor has been a busy boy lately, attending screenings of his latest movie ‘21 Bridges’ in London and New York, and so as you’d expect, he needs to look good on the red carpet.And that’s exactly what he’s done on several occasions during the press trips. For the New York screening alone he stepped out in no less than five different outfits in one day.https://www.instagram.com/p/B4mz7QzljHu/At the London screening on November the 9th, Chadwick stepped out in a black knee-length Givenchy jacket with a texturized pattern, black and white floral patterned shirt, black pants and black lace-up boots. A tricky look for the Average Joe to pull off, but Chadwick manages it with ease.The Black Panther star stepped things up a level for the New York screening of the film on November the 19th, however, changing into five different outfits during the course of the day. His looks during the day were relatively simple and included a black and white striped Balmain shirt with black leather pants and matching leather boots on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon.He followed this up with an outfit from Italian fashion house Ermenegildo Zegna, comprising a pullover hooded jacket, brown tartan-style pants, and black work boots. He was then spotted rocking a much more casual outfit, comprising an Amiri denim jacket with borg collar, black and blue checked shirt, black jeans and high-top sneakers. He topped it off with a pair of Oliver Peoples sunglasses.His final two outfits were the pièce de résistance of his day and both came courtesy of Alfred Dunhill. We know we wouldn’t be able to pull off the first; brown leather pants with a turtle neck long-sleeve with what can best be described as a fire print.

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His second, however, has to be our outright favourite: a crisp white shirt, black pants and Chelsea boots and a bespoke golden Dunhill blazer that is the epitome of eye-catching. We’re big fans of an outlandish blazer paired with simple separates and Chadwick proves it’s style method that, when done right, can look phenomenal.Not only are we jealous of all of Chadwick’s looks, but we’re also downright green with envy that he has the time to make all the changes.

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If you are in the market for a credit card, you want the one that will work with you rather than against you. If you’re going to be spending the money anyway, why not get something out of it? 

There’s no advantage to dropping $2,000 on a return flight to languish in cattle-class when you could let your spending do the work and get you up to business class where you belong. The best part is that – with the right credit card – you don’t even need to do any more work. Just sit back, spend your money and let the points roll in. 

These are the American Express credit cards that will let you do just that. They are some of the go-to cards on the market that will maximise your spending and earn you frequent flyer points. 

These cards could help you go from eating stale bread rolls in economy to sipping champagne in business in no time. 

The Qantas American Express Ultimate Card 

What better way to start your Qantas Frequent Flyer journey than with 55,000 Qantas Points? This is the card to get if you love Qantas but haven’t yet begun your Frequent Flyer Journey. The Qantas American Express Ultimate Card is giving you 55,000 Qantas Points as long as you apply online, are approved and spend at least $3,000 on the new card within the first three months. This offer is available to new American Express Card Members only.

Not just that, but the Ultimate Card also gives you a range of tasty bonus features.

• $450 of Qantas Travel Credit each year 
• 2 American Express & 2 Qantas Club Lounge entries each year 
• 44 interest-free days 
• Annual $450 fee
• Great for Qantas Frequent Flyers

Without a doubt, one of the card’s best features is the complimentary Qantas Wine Premium Membership with an accelerated earn rate. Rather than the usual 1.25 Qantas Points for every dollar spent, excluding government bodies, the membership gives you three Qantas Points per dollar spent on any wine purchases. As we said: tasty.

If you are worried that you can’t spend fast enough to accrue points then get your family and friends to help as The Qantas American Express Ultimate Card lets you get up to four additional cards for no extra cost. 

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The American Express Explorer® Credit Card

Don’t have loyalty to just one airline program? Then this is the card for you; the American Express Explorer Credit Card lets you redeem points with a choice of nine partner programs including Virgin Australia, Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Etihad Airways (update: some of these programs may be impacted due to Covid related industry shifts). You can still shop around for the best flights using the Explorer Credit Card with the knowledge that you will be able to use your points when you find the best deal. 

The card also comes with a range of other bonuses as well. 

• 120,000 Bonus Membership Rewards Points when you apply online by the 27th of January 2021, are approved and spend $3,000 on your new Card within the first 3 months
• An additional 30,000 Bonus Membership Rewards Points in Year 2 upon fee renewal
• $400 travel credit annually on eligible flights, hotels, experiences when booked through American Express Travel
• Complimentary domestic and international travel insurance
• 55 interest-free days 
• Annual $395 fee

Unlike most cards, the American Express Explorer Credit Card lets you earn 2 points per dollar spent with no monthly limit on how many you can earn. The American Express Explorer Credit Card comes with a handful of other travel benefits too, including overseas travel insurance and $400 annual travel credit (which nicely offsets the annual fee). Not only that, but this card is a plastic wingman for those who travel with multiple airlines throughout the year, as your points can be used at online retailers like Webjet and Ticketmaster. Unforgettable experiences await. This offer is redeemable when you apply online, are approved, and spend $3000 on your new Card within the first 3 months. It is available to new Card Members only.

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The American Express® Platinum Card

This is it; the big one. The American Express Platinum Card is the card that all others aspire to. The American Express Platinum Card is super exclusive, but for the right person, it’s more than worth it, as it comes with more benefits than you can flex your wallet at. All up, the following points comprise the most important features of the American Express Platinum Card.

• 150,000 Bonus Membership Rewards Points when you apply online by the 27th of January 2021, are approved and spend $3,000 on your new Card within the first 3 months
• An additional 50,000 Bonus Membership Rewards Points in Year 2 upon fee renewal
• $450 travel credit annually
• Complimentary access to 1,200 airport lounges
• Annual $1,450 fee
• The deluxe option for high rollers

Unlike the other cards, the points are not even the best thing about the American Express Platinum Card. Not only does it put you on the fast track to the upper echelons of loyalty programs; it also has no pre-set spending limit. 

Sure: it comes with a hefty annual fee, but if you can afford it then the exclusive invites, concierge service and airport lounge access in over 130 countries is well worth the price of admission. The American Express Platinum Card is the ultimate card for the high rollers amongst us. 

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It isn't all that often that you need to a dress watch, but when you do need one, it can be one of the most important aspects of your outfit. If you've put effort into scoring yourself the perfect fitting tuxedo, laced up your finest black oxfords and combed your hair strand by strand to perfection,...

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Japanese designers always seem to be that little bit more daring, whether we’re talking catwalk collections from Issey Miyake or streetwear from the likes of Cav Empt. They certainly have a love for denim and a knack for mashing up classic American and European designs into something altogether more outlandish – something unmistakeably Oriental.There’s something undeniably special about Japanese style. There are certain heavyweight nations that are always discussed when it comes to menswear, but Japan often doesn’t get the recognition it deserves. We know in theory that it’s a nation filled with cutting-edge designs, but it’s a world that feels difficult to navigate if you’re not already on the inside. It’s time for that to change, so we’ve put together an introductory guide to some of the most iconic and interesting Japanese menswear brands in the game.Japanese designers always seem to be that little bit more daring, whether we’re talking catwalk collections from Issey Miyake or streetwear from the likes of Cav Empt. They certainly have a love for denim and a knack for mashing up classic American menswear and European designs, into something altogether more outlandish – something unmistakeably Oriental. So if you’re wondering which brands the most fashionable men on the planet frequently wear to stay looking fresh – from fashion houses you need to know about – fear not. The following guide has been made to keep you in the loop, because, after all, if you’re not clued up about your Japanese threads, you haven’t really entered the game.

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If there is one thing that everyone, literally everyone, in the world wears, its t-shirts. Whether you rock them with jeans, tucked into shorts (with socks and sandals) or underneath a dress shirt, the humble t-shirt is an essential no one can escape. Considering they’re such an essential basic, it’s surprising that most people decide to settle for such mediocre examples. It begs the question though, what makes a great t-shirt. Well – there are two things you should consider, fit and fabric.

A great t-shirt should fit just right, it shouldn’t be skin tight but nor should it be baggy. The sleeves should be around mid-bicep and a crew neck is the most versatile and timeless collar. The fabric should be soft, supple and comfortable, but shouldn’t sacrifice on durability. Even though the perfect t-shirt has few requirements, it can still be overwhelming to find the right one. The solution? Ralph Lauren’s 3-pack t-shirts.

Constructed entirely from quality cotton, in arguably the perfect fit you really cannot look past these t’s. To make your life even easier you can score yourself 3 for only $60, which is an absolute bargain. The pack comes with three colours – white, black and grey heather all of which will pair perfectly with anything you have in your wardrobe. Why not make your life easier, more comfortable and stylish? Score yourself a set (or two) of the ultimate basic t-shirts.

Having purchased these t-shirts multiple times we can vouch for their awesomeness. 

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