Taken. Undecided. Go for it. TUG. tugbands.com believes that all that's missing in face-to-face 'mat
Added: (Tue Nov 10 2009)
Pressbox (Press Release) -
People find it harder to meet face-to-face these days. Pubs are closing down on a daily basis, thousands are unemployed, those that are in work don't have much time to socialise thanks to the recession. Online dating has done exceptionally well because of this but it's not for everyone. THE newest way to state your intentions is to don a TUG band.
When you do catch sight of someone who appeals to you, how do you know if they are available? In the old days people wore wedding rings but although many women still do wear a ring on their wedding finger, some don't, and to confuse matters further, some do, even when they are still single. And as for men? Most men don't wear any ring or indeed any jewellery, so that's not much help.
TUG bands come in three colours - red, yellow and green wristbands that stand for 'Taken,' 'Undecided' and 'Go for it.' They are similar to the concept of 'Traffic Light' themed discos which are proving more popular than ever with Students.
Whether you are in a relationship, in a 'complicated' relationship or you are completely free, there is TUG band for you. Indeed, if your relationship state tends to fluctuate, there's a band for each eventuality!
As men, we appeal to all those poor shivering women out there in the winter season who dress in skimpy clothes and freeze just to be considered sexy and 'available' by their male peers - wear a TUG band instead and keep warm and covered up! They're cheaper, simpler and you can convey a subtle social message to anyone who's interested.
From the male or female point of view, no more 30 minutes of 'chatting someone up' just to find out they have a boyfriend or girlfriend. It also means that if you're wearing a red band and someone of the opposite sex is still interested in talking to you, you can't be accused of giving "mixed signals."
Having said that, we've heard already that some people are choosing to wear two or three TUG bands to 'confuse' and 'entertain' their pursuers, while others choosing to wear a red band (Taken) on one wrist and a green band (Go for it) on the other, choosing which wrist to show depending on the person, subtly putting the other hand in their pocket.
Whichever way you wear them, Tug Bands are always a good conversation-opener and certainly make a change from "do you come here often? and other predictable chat-up lines"
People who are happily in a relationship but who enjoy going out for an evening with the friends of the same sex, can use the red bands to ward off unwanted attentions from the opposite sex. Likewise, someone who is eagerly looking for a new partner, can save themselves a lot of time and possible embarrassment by glancing around a club or bar to see if they can spot someone appealing who is sporting a green or yellow armband. And if you're wondering what the yellow Tug Bands mean - they're just saying I'm not 100% committed, but neither am I on the lookout for relationship. For most people that's a tempting conversation-opener. TUG bands are also proving incredibly popular in the gay community.
TUG bands offer a new dimension to nightlife and the concept of meeting new people. When asked why people would wear a TUG band, Jack Symons, co-founder of TUG bands suggested: "TUG bands are plain and simple fun. They are not meant to be any more than that. TUG bands are also cheap. We are trying to add a new dimension of enjoyment to a night out. TUG bands might not be for everyone but then nor is 'speed-dating - or indeed internet dating."
Save your monthly £40 on online dating and use it for a good night out. But don't forget your TUG band.
To contact tugbands.com call +44 (0) 7824467379 or email jackhs@hotmail.co.uk. TUG someone today. www.tugbands.com