Nostalgia-stanning is a dating trend where people evaluate their matches based on the dating habits and trends of the noughties-era.

Why millennials are 'nostalgia stanning' when dating

When a common interest, say a particular movie or period of time, is shared, it helps us validate our relationship with that partner, as it makes you believe they are just like yourself

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If they can quote your favourite 00s movie, then they might be a winner.

What is ‘nostalgia-stanning’? The dating trend that has become the ultimate green flag for millennials