# Fauxmance Fake relationships help singles alleviate feelings of loneliness. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jan 4, 2012, updated Mar 27, 2012 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/fauxmance ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Fauxmance trend? **Fauxmance:** Being single can be tough. Along with social pressure, being without a romantic partner can bring on feelings of loneliness and depression. To alleviate these feelings are "fauxmance" tools that let people pretend as if they are in relationships. While a novelty for now, these types of tools stand to alleviate loneliness while also providing singles with a fun "alternate reality" and game-like experience. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 18 to Oct 4, 2011 - Published: Jan 4, 2012 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Fauxmance trend ### Virtual Companionship Services Virtual companionship services are becoming more popular each day as they provide a sense of comfort and help alleviate loneliness for the users. ### Personalized Technology-based Dating tools With personalized dating tools powered by AI and chatbots, the future of dating will be powered by technology and provide individuals with a more customized dating experience. ### Gamification of Relationships Gamification of relationships is turning towards providing a new and innovative way to interact with the world, enabling people to develop a better understanding of relationships and human emotions ## What the Fauxmance trend means for industry ### For Social Networking Services The virtual companionship industry can take advantage of social networking services to make it easy for individuals to connect with each other and create a more interactive and engaging experience. ### For Digital Dating Platforms The AI-powered dating platform provides a unique and personalized experience to individuals who seek to find their perfect match. ### For Gaming Industry The integration of games with dating apps can provide users with an entertaining and educational way of learning and understanding relationships. ## Trend signals for Fauxmance Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 55%, activity 51%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 55% - Activity: 51% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Fauxmance trend 5 featured examples from Feb 18 to Oct 4, 2011. - [Fake Online Relationships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-girlfriend): The Cloud Girlfriend Fools Your Facebook Friends (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing AI technologies that can simulate human-like interactions and create virtual companions. - [Virtual Faux Boyfriends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/text-boyfriend): This Text Boyfriend Service Gives You the Affection You Need (Category: Tech) Implication: The Text Boyfriend service offers opportunities for innovation in the dating and relationship services industry by providing virtual companionship and support. - [Girlfriend-Renting Websites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loue-une-petite-amie): 'Loue Une Petite Amie' Makes Finding a Date Easier Than Ever (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create an online marketplace for renting various types of companions or social experiences. - [Girlfriend Multiplication Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/axe): This Clever Axe Campaign Makes You Look Like a Player on Facebook (Category: Marketing) Implication: Opportunity for personal care product companies to create unique and entertaining marketing campaigns. - [Faux Female Companion Websites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fakegirlfriend): FakeGirlfriend Sends You Texts From an Imaginary Girlfriend (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Developing emotional AI solutions that can respond to human emotions in nuanced ways. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)