How to Create a Fake Boyfriend or Girlfriend

There are many occasions when having a fake boyfriend or girlfriend will come in handy. The real trick to the fake relationship, however, is making it seem as real as possible. Having a fake relationship that isn't fleshed out with details is a giveaway, so have as many details as possible so you're ready to answer any questions.

Instructions

1. Decide on the fake boyfriend or girlfriend's name. It should be something realistic, but memorable. Place names are in vogue right now, and those usually sound both realistic and easy to remember. Names like Dakota, Madison, Sierra, Brooklyn and Chase are good place names that are easy to remember.

2. Come up with a picture for your fake paramour. The picture can be something downloaded from online, as long as it's not of someone famous. Amateur photography sites have plenty of pictures of non-famous people in casual situations. Make a wallet size of the picture and a larger one to put in a frame. Keep the frame visible in your room or office.

3. Get a paper trail of emails and messages from your fake boyfriend or girlfriend. Set up an email account with the fake name and email yourself regularly with jokes and romantic messages.

4. Drop his or her name casually into conversations. When talking about a restaurant with friends, mention that Sierra got food poisoning there once. When discussing a movie, mention that Chase took you to that movie and you sat behind a bunch of loud kids. The situations you describe should be realistic and not too dramatic. Your tone of voice should be of admiration. Smile every time you mention him or her.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your facts straight. If it helps, write down some of the things you've told people about the fake relationship so that you don't contradict them later. You could even create a journal. It'll help you keep your facts straight and if anyone finds it, they'll think you are documenting your relationship like anyone does with a journal or diary.