With measures in place to help control the spread of Covid-19, we’re not to physically interact with others who are not in the same household as us. As a result, couples who are no longer staying under the same roof are now going through ‘long-distance relationships’. If you and your partner are currently in a ‘LDR’ now, you know that it takes extra effort to keep your connection going.
We’ve all heard that date nights are important to keep a relationship strong. However, given the current situation, we’ve to rethink how we do date nights – we can’t head out to a fancy restaurant, watch a movie, or go to the beach for a nice walk. But, just because you can’t meet each other, doesn’t mean you have to stop romancing each other. Take your partner out on an online date, dress-up at home, order food for each other, maybe even light a candle and have a video call. Stay connected, no matter how far apart you may be.
If you had travel plans together, why not visit the countries you were planning to visit over the computer. Or if you’d prefer to have a meal together, pick their dinner and surprise them with a food delivery! Maybe even have a date where you cook together virtually, so that you can enjoy the same food while apart. The list of ideas is endless, so even while you’re away from each other, you can still continue to shower them with love and affection. Plus, it’s a fun and great way to help relax. And while you may be talking every day, we’d do recommend having one extra special date night where you pull out all the stops, just like how you usually would to remind them of how much you love them!
Remember to put in the effort to let this date night stand out from your usual day to day catch-ups. We’ve rounded up a list of products that will help you achieve a flawless look for this special virtual date night (plus it’s an excuse to put on make-up and wear something other than pyjamas)! When you pay with Atome, you get to split the bill into three easy 0% interest instalments. It’s going to be a perfect date for you and bae.
Spongelle: Coconut Verbena Boxed Flower
Get ready like how you normally would with a shower! Even though you’re not going to be in the same room as your partner, it never hurts to smell good for yourself. Plus it sets the tone for your evening knowing that you put in that extra effort. Freshen up with Spongelle’s body wash infused buffer that cleanses, exfoliates, massages and nourish your skin from neck to toe. Even through the screen, your partner will be able to tell how soft and glowing your skin looks. Ecaldo: Snail lifting eye patch
It’s only normal if your screen time has gone up since the start of Circuit Breaker. The light emitted from these screens are glaring and can strain our eyes over long period of time. Brighten and lift your eyes with Eclado’s Snail Lifting Eye Patch that helps to moisturise the eyes and tackle puffiness and fine lines. Give your under-eye some TLC and look instantly refreshed for your date. For Beaut: Pure Me Detangling & Oil Removal Hair Brush
The situation isn’t perfect, but your hair can be. This Pure Me hair cleansing brush from For Beaut features purifying fibre bristles that soak up oil grease and sweat residue. At the same time, it helps to detangle and smoothen hair easily for neat, clean hair. Tame your locks and achieve smooth silky hair. Beautymaker: Oil Free Long Lasting Liquid Foundation
This foundation has a hydrating formula that gives you coverage for a natural finish. It provides SPF40 protection and is oil-free to help control oil and shine throughout the date. It’s the perfect foundation to help minimise the appearance of pores and gives your skin a smooth and flawless finish. Always look your best for your date, even over a distance! Yumigifts: Big Big Love
Last but not least, surprise your partner with a bouquet of paper roses from Yumi Gifts! This thoughtful gift from the heart is sure to bring a smile to their face and remind them of your love and appreciation. Even though we may be far apart from the people that we love, it doesn’t mean that they’re out of mind. Plus, these are made with paper, so you don’t have to worry about them wilting. Talk about everlasting love right?
It’s a tough period now, and the uncertainity of the situation can amplify stress and anxiousness. Having a date as per usual (even virtually) can help create a sense of normalness, and you can escape reality and take your mind off things. Shower your loved ones with appreciation and affection, and remind them that you’re in this together. This period will help strengthen your love for each other and establish stronger emotional ties.
What’s Atome?
Headquartered in Singapore with over 10,000 partnered merchants and available in 8 markets, Atome offers its users the choice and convenience of flexible payment options for a variety of products and services. The app allows shoppers to split their purchases over three interest-free monthly payments by scanning a partner retailer’s in-store QR code or upon website checkout. By splitting their payments, Atome users will be able to better manage their budget while making quality products and services more reachable.
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Remember to pay with Atome to help manage your payments into three interest-free instalments. If you’re new to Atome and are curious about Atome’s ‘buy now, pay later‘, it essentially helps you to split bills into three monthly repayments, which are all at 0% interest. There are no hidden fees, or conditions, you only have to pay what you purchase. So you get to enjoy the things you love now, and pay later.