Body types – let’s get realHow would you describe yourself to attract the most potential mates while remaining honest? The body type options in most dating sites look a lot like this: Slender Can you even set those in order from lightest to heaviest? I don’t think I could. The first thing that strikes me is that there are 7 options for people who are not exactly models or athletes – those should have no problem finding a date in these shallow times. So that leaves us with the choice for the best euphemism, or at least for the body type description that will be flattering to your height and weight. Let’s analyze them one by one and see what is the best option for you! About average: However bland, this may be the best option for those who are around a size 14. While staying honest (because 14 IS the average size in the USA,) it does not convey a strong sense of being overweight (which in fact you probably aren’t.) Heavyset: Women should definitely never pick this, and I’m not so sure it is very flattering for men. It might work if you’re the big bear type, but try to mention something to that effect in your profile just to take the edge off and bring up the positive side. A few extra pounds: Perfectly honest if you do have them, but this is likely to weed out a fair amount of potential suitors – then again, if all they care about is your BMI you’re probably not interested in them anyway. If you’re a size 16 or under choose “average” instead. Stocky: This is decidedly not flattering to anyone. Avoid, avoid, avoid. Big and beautiful: I really like this approach to the Rubenesque figure, both for men and women – it shows confidence, and confidence is always sexy. Be proud of who you are! You’re bound to get quite a few callers! Curvy: A much abused term, no one is really sure what it means anyway. I’ve seen size 4 actresses describe themselves as curvy, while others use it to refer to women with larger bosoms or an actual hourglass shape. It is a relatively attractive description for most daters, but be ready for misunderstandings. Women only, of course. A final point: Please only say you’re “slender” or “athletic” if you really are – this is hardly an issue for poetic license, and if you’re any less than truthful here you’re bound to have many first dates… but precious little second ones. Know who you are, love who you are, and your other half will surely follow! |
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