10 Picture-Perfect Ways to Say I Love You


Updated 05/05/11 12:45 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Creative Ways to Say I Love You

They may be three simple words, but people have found countless creative ways to say "I love you." A recent study found that men typically say it first, but if you're looking to break that mold, or want to say it for the thousandth time, here's some picture-perfect inspiration. Read more

Group Therapy: Should I Tell Him I Love Him?


Updated 12/16/10 1:56 AM · Posted by · 24 comments

Can You Tell a Guy You Love Him First?

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! I'm a 25-year-old graduate student, dating a 25-year-old graduate student for about four months now (official for three). Everything is absolutely perfect. I feel like I love him and the feeling is mutual, but he has not said it. I really have to stop myself from telling him I love him, Read more

Ask an Atheist: Can I Say I Love You First?


Updated 12/22/09 5:21 AM · Posted by TresSugar · 16 comments

Ask an Atheist: Can I Say I Love You First?

Conventional Wisdom is a different kind of advice column. Your questions will be answered by people from all walks of life rather than by advice experts. This week, a person who identifies as an atheist tries to help out a woman who is eager to say I love you. If you have a question you'd like answered on Conventional Wisdom, you can submit it here. Today's Question: I have been dating my Read more

Did You Fall in Love in 2009?


Updated 12/21/09 8:40 PM · Posted by TresSugar · 40 comments

Did You Fall in Love in 2009?

Have you just met a crush, or are you in the midst of an epic romance? Maybe you even made it down the aisle to say "I do"! Whatever the circumstances, tell us if you fell in love this year. Source: Flickr User Martin-Neuhof Did You Fall in Love in 2009? Yes No I was already in love! I'm not sure yet! Read more

Do Tell: How Long Does It Take You to Fall in Love?


Updated 11/22/09 12:35 PM · Posted by TresSugar · 42 comments

Do Tell: How Long Does It Take You to Fall in Love?

According to new research, it's usually a man who says, "I love you" first. Yes, somebody actually studied this. The researchers reasoned that in general women have a more realistic view of relationships, and are thus, less likely to get carried away early on. On average, it takes a man about seven months to fall in love, while it takes cautious women a whole eight months. If you've ever been in Read more

You Asked: Is It Too Soon to Fall in Love?


Updated 02/23/09 8:23 PM · Posted by · 13 comments

You Asked: Is It Too Soon to Fall in Love?

Dear Sugar, I've been talking to a guy for a little over two months now. Things have been going great, but I'm away at law school so most of our conversations are limited to text messages and phone calls. We've had one visit since we met and plan on another one in the near future. We really enjoy each other conversationally, and we had amazing chemistry and passion during our visit. We've Read more

Relationship Protocol: I Love You More Than Blank


Updated 01/16/09 6:43 AM · Posted by · 48 comments

Relationship Protocol: I Love You More Than Blank

My friend just sent me this adorable website that I wanted to share with all of you. It's called I Love You More Than Blank, and the idea is to fill in the blank to find out the real things people are willing to put behind true love — you know, like Uggs on a cold day, chocolate chip cookies, and hitting the snooze button! Since the international day of love is fast approaching, I thought Read more

You Asked: Why Hasn't He Said I Love You?


Updated 11/11/08 8:00 PM · Posted by · 17 comments

You Asked: Why Hasn't He Said I Love You?

Dear Sugar, Is meeting the parents a big deal? My boyfriend of almost a year recently had his mom visit for two days while she was passing through town. I ended up having dinner with her both nights but he hasn't said I love you yet. He's very close to his mom so should I take that as a good sign? He wouldn't introduce me to his family if he didn't see long-term potential with me, right? If Read more

Relationship Protocol: How Did You First Exchange "I Love You"?


Updated 12/26/08 2:17 PM · Posted by · 73 comments

Relationship Protocol: How Did You First Exchange "I Love You"?

There are so many amazing things that come with the beginning of a new relationship that I’d be hard pressed to pick just one as my favorite — though who can deny just how great that butterflies feeling is? One particular moment I think is the most special for a couple is the exchange of "I love you." Whether it’s sappy, funny, or completely random, this step always lingers and represents a Read more

Dear Poll: Have You Ever Said I Love You Without Meaning It?


Updated 09/27/08 9:38 PM · Posted by · 33 comments

Dear Poll: Have You Ever Said I Love You Without Meaning It?

Saying I love you is a serious step in a relationship and one I don’t think that most people take lightly. But love is not easily defined, and it’s not uncommon for feelings of lust or fascination to be misconstrued as love. And sometimes saying I love you is easier than admitting that you’re not sure how you feel. No matter what the case, those three little words can be complicated, so Read more