December is when dating gets... festive.
December 18, 2025 Everyone suddenly wants a plus-one. Everyone wants to be cozy. Everyone wants to revisit a
situation they’ve been vague about all year, now that the city is glowing and staying in feels romantic instead of lazy. Let’s be clear:
That’s not chemistry.
That’s seasonal cuffing behavior.
The holidays aren’t a dating free-for-all. They’re an audit. Because in December, time, invitations, and emotional access become luxury items — and not everyone qualifies for full access.
The Holiday Illusion
Christmas lights create a false sense of intimacy. A couple of spiked eggnogs feel deeper than they are. A cozy night can start to look like commitment. But seasonal chemistry is loud. Compatibility is quiet. And December is very good at disguising one as the other.
Think Like a Fashion Editor
Holiday dating should be treated like wardrobe curation. Just because something looks good under “Hallmark lights” doesn’t mean it fits. Seasonal doesn’t equal staple. And cute in December doesn’t automatically earn closet space in January. Some things are fun for a night. Some things are fun for a season. Very few things are built to last past New Year’s Day.
Would I still wear this in January — sober, busy, and back in my routine?
If the answer is no, enjoy it accordingly.
The Cuffing Audit: Who Gets What
Not everyone you date in December deserves the same level of access. That’s not harsh. That’s organization. Think of this as tiered entry. Different passes. Different privileges.
Tier One: Earned Access
They plan ahead. They follow through. They don’t suddenly become available just because
it’s cold.
Tier Two: Limited Edition
Fun.
Attractive.
Unproven.
Handled with care.
Tier Three: Return to Sender
They reappear when the leaves change. They get nostalgic the moment it gets cold. Cozy access is requested. Clarity is not. December access does not guarantee a January role.
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