The mainstream cultural output of the United States is obsessed with the idea of love. It is the substance of our reality shows, millions of collective dating app downloads, the…
Top 8 most photogenic locations in Portland for a Valentine’s Day photoshoot
1. Pittock Mansion This location is a stunning backdrop for a photoshoot. The mansion has been described as a “French Renaissance-style château” with beautiful verandas, columns and spires. It…
Guide to a lonely Valentine’s
I spend 365 days of the year single, but no day highlights it like Valentine’s Day. Hearts, romantic comedies, sweets and roses adorn banal settings. Few things reach this level…
The wackiest breakups in Seinfeld
Believe it or not, not all relationships survive Valentine’s Day. Sometimes, the pressure of the supposed most romantic day of the year is too great. Sometimes, it’s just not a…
The best couples video games for a Valentine’s Day date
As Valentine’s Day approaches, many couples are planning the perfect romantic date night with their significant other. Whether it’s a candlelight dinner in-person or a little bit of Netflix and…
A materialist history of Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day approaches yet again, the familiar accoutrements appear as well: fancy chocolates in fancy heart-shaped boxes, valentine cards bought from either a boutique stationery store or a supermarket…
How to make a good mix
At the risk of sounding like a Nick Hornby character, creating a mix for someone is a delicate task. It has to be eclectic, but you also want to cater…
Valentine’s Day can be shitty for queer couples
Valentine’s Day tends to garner a reaction like no other holiday. Whether it’s excitement about the opportunity to remind your significant other how much they mean to you, or feelings…