“The Love Experience” is an editorial project that features dynamic couples in love. The series, shot by fashion photographer Bryce Lennon, celebrates diversity through the perspective of underrepresented relationships.”
“Animal House” brought these two love birds together: Jordan + Alexis
Meet Jordan and Alexis, a Philly based couple that built a foundation of fun, trust, and love early in their relationship. They recently took some time out their busy schedules to answer a few questions for the Love Experience. Find out what they had to say below:
Where did you meet, and what did you think about each other when you met for the first time?
Jordan: We met at an Animal House Event, and I was vending some juice that I sold with one of my friends. Alexis was lucky enough to get a free mason jar full of “Special” juice. When I first saw her, I was in complete awe. She was very standoffish at first, but my funny personality won her over eventually.
Alexis: He’s right about the funny personality part. I remember after our first couple of dates, we coincidently went to Vegas at the same time. When I came home, I told my friends that if nothing else, we’re going to be friends because I really liked him.
How has your relationship grown through the pandemic?
Jordan: Since everyone is confined to the house, the pandemic can break up any couple. In our case, we used it as a bonding experience. We learned the subtle nuances about each other (Knowing little things about her that I wouldn’t have known before the pandemic). It was a blessing.
Alexis: We’ve gotten stronger throughout the pandemic, especially since we’re stuck in the house together all the time. You have more time to learn about your partner’s nuances, things that irritate them, the type of space they need, and other things that you would’ve never learned before.
What makes this “Love Experience” different from any other relationship you’ve had in the past?
Jordan: Coming out of the pandemic, our love grew stronger. Coming together for the Love Experience was easy for us. Everything you’re going to see, is naturally us.
Alexis: I’ve never been with somebody that anticipates my needs as much as he does. As a partner, I feel more supported than I’ve ever felt before. Any experience we have, Jordan is here to have my back.
Where do you see your relationship in the next five years?
Jordan: Hopefully, I’ll still have my hairline because I probably can’t keep her if I don’t. Seriously though, I envision the stereotypical marriage with a white picket fence, nice house, and living in a new city. Alexis is trying to get me to leave Philly (Hopefully she doesn’t since I like it here), but I’ll probably give in eventually.
Alexis: We’re moving (Either to the suburbs or Maryland)! Same thing as Jordan though: a new house, dog, and a nice cute fence.
For anyone struggling in the dating world, what advice would you give them in regards to sustaining a healthy and loving relationship?
Jordan: Just be honest. If your honest with your partner, you have the potential to grow with them and see a future with them. A lot of times, people put on this façade of who they think their partner wants. In all actuality, your partner would want to get to know the real you.
Alexis: Don’t force it. Regardless of where you’re at in the relationship, what’s meant to happen will happen at the right time. When forced, it’s not going to be right (Either you’re going to end up with the wrong person or you’re not going to be happy in your situation). Things should naturally occur.
Where can we reach you?
Instagram: @pesoworld @alexisindea