Gen Z bets on meet-cutes: offline dating rises as apps burn out

Gen Z is turning away from dating apps due to burnout and a desire for authentic, in-person connections, fueling a wave of live dating events, matchmaking photo booths, and Victorian-era acquaintance cards aimed at sparking spontaneous meetings; while some find real romance, participants often gain social skills and new connections, signaling a shift toward offline romance in a digital era.