Sugar Editorial Picks
Jul 10, 2009 -
A group of researchers spent years studying couples to come to this scientific conclusion: most unmarried couples move in together because they want to spend more time together.
Only 9 percent of men and 5 percent of women said they moved in together because they wanted to "test out the relationship before getting married."
Couples I know have moved in for a whole range of reasons, including something as serious as an engagement or something as practical as wanting to save money on rent.
- 33 Comments
Nov 13, 2008 -
Dear Sugar,
I'm 25 years old and currently living with my boyfriend of four months. He recently moved to Ohio from California, which is why we co-habitated so quickly. Things are great, we are very happy and I believe he is the one.
- 19 Comments
Nov 04, 2008 -
Audrina moved out of the house she shared with Lauren and Lo last night on The Hills, and while her move should have been an exciting moment for her, it seemed a bit tainted with the looming decision of whether or not Justin Bobby was moving in with her. She seemed to have jumped the gun a bit and while her friends were obviously worried about her intentions and expectations with the move, only one of them spoke up! Sure, it's her life and the decision was already made, but ladies, tell me, if you thought your friend was making a bad decision, would you tell her?
- 15 Comments
Jun 26, 2008 -
Dear Sugar,
After coming back from college, I decided to move in with my grandma while I continued my graduate degree. At the time, it seemed like a great move: My grandpa had recently passed away, my grandma needed some company, the college I was attending was nearby, and I had landed a job right near her. Now, two years later, I have finished grad school, and my boyfriend and I have decided to take our relationship to the next level.
- 11 Comments
May 08, 2008 -
If you're not ready to share the same mailing address as your boyfriend, chances are you take turns spending time at each other's apartments. But when you're flip flopping houses, it's easy to feel the nag of living out of a bag. In every relationship, give and take is key, but it seems like every couple ends up spending more time at one person's place.
- 25 Comments
Mar 06, 2008 -
It's been rumored that Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds are moving in together, but the news of their co-habitation wasn't met with support from Scarlett's mom. Despite her disapproval, it looks like Scarlett and Ryan are moving forward with their plans regardless!
Sure, we all crave our parents acceptance and approval, but sometimes we have to be adults and make our own life decisions, especially when it comes to matters of the heart.
- 41 Comments
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Jul 18, 2008 -
Deciding to wait until marriage to move in together is a choice that many couples make. And though any couple's move-in is a serious step, there’s something particularly significant about newlyweds starting a life together. It’s exhilarating, but certainly a little scary, so I’ve come up with some tips for moving in with your new spouse.
- 14 Comments
Mar 28, 2008 -
My boyfriend and I have been together for seven months and have spent every day together for at least the last three. We spend half the nights at my house and half at his, depending on our schedules in the morning. His house is closer to my work, but his friends live closer to me, etc.
- 65 Comments
Jul 22, 2008 -
I've been with my boyfriend for over a year, and I would do anything for him, but it seems to be a one-way street. We plan on moving in together next year, but lately I've been questioning that decision. My boyfriend tends to get upset over the smallest things, and it has a very big effect on me.
- 20 Comments
Sep 19, 2007 -
Sometimes I feel like my grandmother's generation is like another species. Those women were just so different when it came to their opinions about relationships. I try to welcome my mom's advice, but sometimes, it's just so "out there," that I have to end the conversation.
- 135 Comments