What does the acronym SHI mean? Why, it stands for Single, Happy, & Interested, of course – and now, whether you’re straight or gay, this symbol can help you meet potential dates. A friend sent me this article about these “relationship status” pins (http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/how-to-spot-a-gay-single-and-hot-date-using-a-shi-symbol), which you can wear on your clothing in hopes that another single will spot it. And maybe ask you out. They used to be available only in Australia (those Aussies are so cutting-edge), but you can now buy them in the U.S.: check out http://www.shisymbol.com/
They have pins, pendants, shirts, bracelets, earrings, even cuff links. The jewelry costs more than your average costume jewelry at Claire’s, and the cheapest shirt I saw was $35, not including shipping. For just a little bit more than that, you could get a month on Match.com!
I’d feel a little weird “advertising” my relationship status in a symbol on my chest, but I doubt most people know what it means anyway – so wearing it probably won’t help much. But if nothing else, it’s a conversation starter, which could help you meet someone in your regular day-to-day life, NOT online. Wow -- what a concept!
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15 comments:
Hey, I'm single and I've actually seen these SHI Symbols and I have a silver one myself. They are very stylish and attractive. I think why they seem to be more than your average trinketry in cost is because they ARE solid silver or gold, not a gold plate thing! As for a conversation starter - they certainly do start that for me because most people seem to know the Mars Venus symbols you know the cross and arrow thing so it gets heads thinking. SO far, I've gone out on a coffee date and that has led to a dinner date, just be having one one - by the way I was out waiting for my bus and we started chatting - so I love them! PS I'm in Philadelphia so come meet me.
The concept seems pretty cool but once you get past the Newness of it it just says...
"Hello. I'm desperate to meet someone."
You met someone wearing a SHI symbol? Seriously? Hmmm, maybe they're more useful than I thought. But I still feel more in agreement with you, Glenn, on this one -- I feel weird advertising my relationship status through my flair.
I also know of someone that met another single wearing the SHI pendant. It does work and it doesn't say I'm desparate, its just a classy pendant that helps break the ice to start a conversation. You don't have to date everyone that you meet, but you may just find that special person you would like to get to know more. To me a label is "NIKE" or "ADIDAS" and wearing a piece of clothing doesn't necessarily make you an athelete, as does SHI make you desparate.
This doesn't seem entirely different than married people wearing a ring.
I had no idea this post would generate so much discussion! I may just have to buy a SHI symbol and see how it works. :)
What a cool idea for the singles in the know... and so easily identifiable... yet discrete. I reckon i will try it...I just like the style of the pendant if nothing else...I am sick and tired of the people pretending to be single - so this could be good if it takes off. The more people that know the better... thanks trendsetter.
What I want to know - it's a great idea and it seems like it works really well, but we need more of us Singles to know about it. How do we spread the word about SHI Symbol because that's the only way I can see we'll all be finding it much easier to meet someone. Help!!! I'm happy to get one, it's not expensive and it looks good. Samantha
Hey Samantha, Yeah get one - it started in Perth in Aussie. A lot of people are starting to know about it... and it is cool when i wear mine (when in the mood). I feel like a Hollywood movie star as I get a hello regularly when my SHI gets recognised when out and about. But depends where you from? Cheers SHI Greg.
Hmmm - it will be good i guess if you go out and know someone is available when wearing the SHI thing and you don't have to be drunk to to get the guts to say hi & worse to find they are taken
Shi - Shy lol... wonder if you can buy it in NY? anyone know? Jess
It's great so many people are finding SHI Symbol works for them. And yes to JEss you certainly can get the SYmbol in NY. There is a dedicated US site now at www.shisymbol.com so take a peek and see which one is for you. We're glad so many people love the idea and thank you for spreading the word - that's how it will work for all of us. - SHI Symbol International
Wow!!! great symbol. I just like the pendant... the extra bonus is yeah i'm single and wanting to be discovered...hehehehe
Awesome - idea. haven't heard of it? until today. I'm going to buy one for my best freind that has everything except a parnter.
I found this by chance while googling and when I read all these posts, most seem really positive about the SHI Symbol, but Glenn seems to point to the fact that anyone who is actively seeking someone must be desperate to meet someone. Then we must all be desperate the way Online Dating has taken off. I like the SHI Symbol because it's subtle, stylish and classy. Best of all I use mine just about all the time. I can dress it up or down depending on my circumstance. I'm not desperate, just trying to increase my chances of meeting the right person for me. How do you get to meet people Glenn?
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