I matched with this girl on a dating app like 6 months ago but we never talked. Now I see her posting stuff on Instagram regularly and I think she's really cool. Would it be creepy to slide into her DMs asking her out, or should I just stick to the dating apps where we already matched?
So you matched 6 months ago and never messaged each other - what made you suddenly interested in reaching out now?
I'd say go with the dating app honestly. You already have a mutual match there which means she at least swiped on you once, so there's already some baseline interest or at least acknowledgment. Sliding into Instagram DMs from someone she matched with half a year ago but never talked to would feel kinda random and could come across as creepy depending on how you phrase it. Plus the dating app is literally designed for this - it sets the context that you're both looking to connect with people.
Here's the thing though - if you want to reach out, just send her a message on the dating app where you matched. Keep it casual, don't mention that you've been watching her Instagram posts or anything like that. Just acknowledge that you matched and you're curious to get to know her. Something simple works better than trying too hard. Worst case she doesn't respond, best case she's been wondering why you never messaged her. The dating app gives you way more cover and makes the whole thing feel intentional rather than like you tracked her down online, you know?
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