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Whether we’ve swiped for ourselves, a friend, or a coworker, most of us have experience using a dating app. As much fun as they can be, trying to find that perfect match doesn’t come without risk. You’re probably familiar with creepy messages and catfishing, but neither is as bad as the newest danger facing dating app users today: hatfishing. Hats may serve a functional purpose or be a stylistic choice, but they can also be used as a tool for deception. Think someone might be hatfishing you? Take this short quiz to find out!
1. Are they wearing a hat in every single photo?
One photo? Yellow Flag. Only group photos? Red flag. Wearing a hat in every single photo? Two red flags.
▢ Yes
▢ No
2. Are they sporting more than one style of hat in their photos?
Ball caps, toques, and fedoras, oh my! Sure, they might just like hats, or maybe they like them a little too much…
▢ Yes
▢ No
3. Do they have a job or enjoy a hobby that involves headwear?
Maybe they have a hot profession like a firefighter or a cyclist. Maybe they’re obsessed with that fancy new helmet they bought because they’re “into safety.” Or maybe not…
▢ Yes
▢ No
4. You’ve decided to ignore the red flags and go on a first date. Do they show up wearing a hat?
Pro tip: The Strand suggests going on a first date somewhere where you wouldn’t normally wear a hat, like a restaurant or the line up at airport security, rather than some place where it’s normal to wear a hat, like the Tour de France.
▢ Yes
▢ No
If you answered yes to 2 or more of the questions above, someone might be hatfishing you! So, what should you do about it? Nothing! If the conversation is good, give them a chance. A hat can be a part of somebody’s personality and that’s okay.
EDITORS NOTE: Alternatively, The Strand recommends adding “You Can Leave Your Hat On” by Randy Newman to your sexy time playlist. Trust us, it slaps.
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