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Come to the Dark Side Three bars where nobody will care what you look like.
I shook my head no. We all make the same mistake. You think an ugly guy will be more grateful and treat you better.
I once dated a guy so heavy he practically killed me every time he got on top, but he told me I was beautiful and he could never keep his hands off me, which I loved. My friend Stella, 31, a writer, can relate.
I like to hear that. In cities like L. Those are the ones you should run away from.
Looks That Kill Why dating ugly men can be a beautiful thing. Most people desire to enter relationships that will make them feel good about themselves. Much has been written in the past regarding the male ego, though the female ego is just as prominent and in need of watering.
Both parties typcially enter a relationship for the mutual ego stroke. In short, as men grow older, many of them find themselves less beguiled by physical perfection, and instead, opt for less attractive women who make them feel comfortable and appreciated.
By then, a mature male has realized that looks aren't everything. Sure, everyone enjoys a challenge from time to time, but not necessarily every day of his life.
That plain looking female on the arm of a handsome attorney may be the most warming and supportive influence in his life. Good men, once comfortable, are not looking to trade up.
Of course, there is also the issue of what men find attractive. Outside of Hollywood and the larger cities, the standards of what is considered attractive tend to differ. Although some women feel that their nine-hundred dollar haircut and matte rouge lipstick increase their vampy appeal, some men are absolutely turned off by vivid makeup and coiffed looking hair.
Perhaps they favor a more natural look.
Very few men will be attracted to a women who is dirty and unkempt, but fresh-faced natural looks are typically the favorite of more serious men. You can check out this slideshow feature at Cosmopolitan. Again, the more natural looks fared far better that the creative, sassy, and fashion-forward styles.
Or you are plenty attracted to him but want your friends to think you have the best looking boyfriend. Are you more into having someone cool to share your life with, or someone hot to share your bed with? Think you could use some dating help, too? D August 11, , 1: Share this article via facebook Share this article via twitter. Sure, you know you are with him for more than his looks.
These thoughts are quite contrary to what fashion advertisements teach women about their appearance, but the prevailing attitude men seem to possess regarding women is that, regardless of their level of beauty, natural grace and femininity are the preferred traits. Next time you encounter an average woman attached to a handsome man and wonder, "Why do men prefer less attractive women? Ask what drew them to one another, and listen carefully to what the woman says.