Alexia LaFata

Bio

Alexia LaFata is a Senior Editor. She's a proud New Jersey native and Boston College graduate. When she's not writing, she's watching documentaries, practicing her Cher impression, or eating pasta. Stalk her at alexialafata.com.

Here's What To Do Before Your Partner Meets Your Parents For The First Time

By Alexia LaFata

So, you're finally at that point in your relationship where you feel ready for your partner to meet your parents for the first time. This is a huge step! Involving other people in your relationship is a sign you're serious about this person, but…

Today Is Drake’s Birthday, Which Means Cuffing Season Has Officially Begun

By Alexia LaFata

Unless you live in New York and are experiencing a fall that is averaging 1,000 degrees (global warming, amirite?), summer has been over for awhile. Gone are the days of margaritas on rooftops, whimsical beach days, and sweaty hookups, for they have…

5 Stories Of People Getting Breadcrumbed That Will Make You Want To Swear Off Dating

By Alexia LaFata

Unless every single first date or hookup you've ever had has turned into a long-term relationship, chances are, you've experienced breadcrumbing to some degree. If you've never heard of the term, breadcrumbing is when someone leads you on just…

Guys Reveal How They Really Feel About Going Apple Picking With You

By Alexia LaFata

If the season is fall and you don't go apple picking with your boyfriend, are you even in a relationship? Some might argue no, and I would probably agree with them. Now that the weather is finally showing signs of fall, couples everywhere are…

This Documentary Sheds Light On How Sexual Harassment Became An Important Cultural Issue

By Alexia LaFata

The recent allegations of sexual misconduct against movie producer Harvey Weinstein have sparked intense conversations in part about sexual harassment in the workplace, most notably through women using the hashtag #MeToo to tell stories about their…

#ItWasMe Is The Hashtag For Men Who Are Taking Responsibility For Rape Culture

By Alexia LaFata

In the past few days, women on social media have been using the hashtag #MeToo to indicate that they have been a victim of rape, sexual assault, or sexual harassment. Actress Alyssa Milano encouraged women to use the hashtag to share their stories…

My #MeToo Story Wasn't Textbook Sexual Assault, But It Still Matters

By Alexia LaFata

If you have been on social media in the past day or so, you might have seen women posting "Me too" onto their social media statuses. These women are survivors of rape, sexual assault, or sexual harassment, and because of the dozens of women who have…

6 Hilarious Stories Of Having Sex On Halloween That Might Make You Rethink Your Costume

By Alexia LaFata

Halloween is a time for dressing up in a crazy costume, watching scary movies, and eating copious amounts of candy. If you're an adult, it's also a time to go to a party, hook up with someone, and leave red and blue streaks of makeup from your…

Dean Wouldn’t “Change Anything” About What Happened On ‘Bachelor In Paradise’ — EXCLUSIVE

By Alexia LaFata

On Rachel Lindsay's season of The Bachelorette, Dean Unglert was America's favorite boyfriend. We all fell in love with his honest and mature demeanor, the way he opened up about his family dynamic, and his blindingly white, boyish smile. But on…

Who Is Sonny Melton? The Las Vegas Shooting Victim Died Saving His Wife

By Alexia LaFata

At about 10 p.m. on Oct. 1, a gunman opened fire onto concertgoers at the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada, killing at least 58 people and injuring 515 more. One of the victims was Sonny Melton. But who is Sonny Melton? Here's what you…