Posted by Wildflower on September 16, 2004, at 11:53:09
In reply to Re: Physical attraction and height » alexandra_k, posted by karaS on September 15, 2004, at 23:05:39
> see crusty old ugly rich guys with stunning young leggy supermodels
Easy explanation. The women seek security, money and power and the men need to stroke their ego a bit by having arm candy. In the world that these men play in, it's all about who has the hottest, best car, girl (you name it). Another explaination is the woman tends to makeup for something he's lacking... He may feel better about his own looks if he has a good looking women by his side.
> The rest of the society is buying it and the straight men are seeking out those supermodels so I don't think that can fully explain it.
Let me try... Most men do indeed seek out supermodel-type women due to the posters they had posted in their wall growing up but eventually they mature and find that insides matter most. The stereotypical tall dream girl probably has only been known for her looks so once the men start going for the insides, that supermodel is now out of the running. Not that she cannot be smart too but these girls are not used to going the extra mile to impress men. It always came easy to them without ever having to lift a finger. The rest of us may leave a cute little note for him or cook an amazing dinner...
You'd be surprised to find out that many (jealous) men dream about supermodels but could never date them. Men worry that the girl will stray or will be an easy target for getting hit on. Their own insecurities keep them away.
We can't forget the prom queen scenario either. It's always those women who are tall and beautiful that cannot get a date because men think she's just HAS to be taken. They don't waste their time so they don't get shot down.
If you can't tell, I'm very passionate about this topic. And no, I'm not a supermodel. I apologize to the men here if I offended anyone. Not all men are bad...just the ones I seem to meet. ;-)
One more thing...I think I'm going to be Barbi for Halloween...LOL
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