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Before you attend

What happens on the night, what to wear, and how to prepare.

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What to actually ask on a first meeting
First Meetings

What to actually ask on a first meeting

A first meeting works best when both people move past small talk quickly. Instead of generic questions, ask about daily routines, how they handle…

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What to wear and bring to your first event
What to Wear

What to wear and bring to your first event

Smart, modest attire is all that's required - there's no strict dress code beyond that. Bring a valid photo ID for check-in, and consider…

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Etiquette that makes a good first impression
Etiquette Tips

Etiquette that makes a good first impression

Arriving on time, giving your full attention during introductions, and being honest about your intentions all go a long way. Small courtesies - like…

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Your first matchmaking event: what actually happens
What to Expect

Your first matchmaking event: what actually happens

Doors typically open thirty minutes before the event starts for check-in. After a short welcome, structured introductions begin based on your matched compatibility list,…

2 min read
50 Questions to Ask a Potential Spouse at Your First Meeting
First Meetings

50 Questions to Ask a Potential Spouse at Your First Meeting

Meeting a potential spouse for the first time can feel exciting, awkward and serious at the same time. You know that the conversation is…

27 min read
From First Meeting to Serious Match: What Should Happen Next?
First Meetings

From First Meeting to Serious Match: What Should Happen Next?

A successful first meeting with a potential spouse does not mean that marriage is now inevitable. It means something much simpler: there is enough…

29 min read
Green Flags to Look for When Meeting a Potential Spouse
First Meetings

Green Flags to Look for When Meeting a Potential Spouse

When people talk about Muslim matchmaking, the conversation often focuses heavily on: red flags; deal-breakers; warning signs; things to avoid. Those are important.

40 min read
How to Assess Compatibility on a First Meeting
First Meetings

How to Assess Compatibility on a First Meeting

A first meeting with a potential spouse can produce a lot of emotion but surprisingly little clarity if you do not know what you…

35 min read
How to End a First Meeting and Decide What Happens Next
First Meetings

How to End a First Meeting and Decide What Happens Next

The end of a first meeting with a potential spouse can sometimes feel more awkward than the beginning. You may have spent thirty minutes,…

26 min read
How to Know if a First Meeting Went Well
First Meetings

How to Know if a First Meeting Went Well

After meeting a potential spouse for the first time, one of the most common questions is: “Did that actually go well?” Sometimes the answer…

34 min read
How to Prepare for a Second Meeting With a Potential Spouse
First Meetings

How to Prepare for a Second Meeting With a Potential Spouse

A second meeting with a potential spouse is different from the first. The first meeting is usually about broad compatibility. You are trying to…

32 min read
Red Flags to Watch for When Meeting a Potential Spouse
First Meetings

Red Flags to Watch for When Meeting a Potential Spouse

Meeting a potential spouse is not only about discovering what you like. It is also about noticing whether there are behaviours, attitudes or circumstances…

43 min read