I matched with a guy on a dating app, and surprisingly, we clicked right away. Our chats were easy, funny, and genuine. After weeks of texting, we decided to meet. I was excited—and nervous.
When I saw him, he looked exactly like his photos: warm smile, well-dressed, polite. But almost instantly, I noticed his scent. It was overwhelming. I couldn’t tell if it was cologne or body spray, but it was so strong it distracted me.
Still, the date itself was great. We laughed, shared stories, and the conversation flowed naturally. By the end of the night, I decided to gently mention it. I asked what cologne he was wearing and said it was a bit strong.
He laughed, slightly embarrassed. “I probably overdid it. I always worry I don’t smell fresh enough, so I use extra.”
In that moment, everything shifted. What felt like a red flag was really just nerves. He wasn’t careless—he was trying too hard to make a good impression.
We ended the evening warmly. I’m not sure if it will turn into romance, but I walked away with a reminder: sometimes what seems like a flaw is just someone doing their best.
