No one likes to be bored, especially when it comes to dating. But it seems that more and more of us are dealing will dull, uninspiring dates. So, how can we spot the signs that a potential partner is, well… just a little beige? Introducing the latest dating trend to sweep TikTok: beige flags.

This trend is likely to resonate if you’re tired of being left frustrated and unfulfilled by dating apps and want to avoid dull conversations and dry dates. After all, swiping through dating apps can often feel like groundhog day. From the endless gym selfies to pictures of potential matches holding onto everything from puppies to babies, the dating app process just isn’t much fun anymore, particularly at a time when we are eager to meet more people IRL.

The hashtag #BeigeFlags has currently amassed over 176 million views on TikTok,one person is leadingading the crusade – Caitlin MacPhail (@itscaito). The self-proclaimed “CEO of beige flags” went viral earlier this year after highlighting generic phrases and photos that come up time and time again across scores of dating profiles.

While beige flags vary from person to person, some of the most common witticisms include “the way to my heart is through food”, adding “if that matters” after your height or any reference to extremely mainstream sitcoms (we’re looking at you, The Office).

Dating in 2023: what are beige flags? TikTok’s latest dating trend to look out for on dating apps