Everything We Learned About Dating From 90's TV Shows

Warning: hairstyles may be misleadingly acceptable. Do not be fooled.

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Without the throes of 21st century technology, '90s dating was much simpler—no ambiguous emoticons, no poking, no Snapchats. We would take awkward voicemails over that anxiety provoking "message seen" Facebook feature any day because you can always break into someone's house and delete the message. 

'90s TV produced couples that will stand the test of time. Ross and Rachel, Cory and Topanga, Zack and Kelly. You may not have ended up with a high school sweetheart, but wouldn't it be rad if you did? Maybe you still can. Study up with Everything We Learned About Dating From 90's TV Shows and wow that unrequited love with your nostalgia charm at your next high school reunion.

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Heartfelt serenades are better left unsung. Sometimes "You wanna make out?" says it all.

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Leaving little notes is cute, but not everybody knows how to read.

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Half-assing a relationship creates a hot mess.

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Ladies love poetry, as long as it was written by some old Italian renaissance man and not from your heart.

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If you bring a friend on a date, make sure he or she is uglier than you. Or else you may end up third-wheeling.

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If Becky can accept Jesse's Elvis obsession and live with a huge chunk of his extended family, then there's someone out there for everyone.

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It's hard to see a future with someone when that person is in jail for drug-related charges.

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Drastic haircuts can end everything.

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When inviting someone over for a dinner date, coordinate with your roommate to make sure they won't be having one at the same time. Or with the same person.

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You can grow as much repulsive facial hair as you want as long as you buy your girl a wall. Bonus points if you write a soliciting message.

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A good partner will help you battle your demons. Literally.

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If you hold onto an obsessive crush, your unrequited love will one day be reciprocated.

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Interspecies relationships aren't for the long run.

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You're either on or you're off. There are no "breaks."

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For a low budget wedding, go to Vegas.

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