| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/2/2009 7:10:27 PM | The only thing I can come up with is this is just passing time for them, that they want something to do for a few hours here and there.
I like trying to guess someone's age.
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/2/2009 9:07:45 PM | I'm neither a woman nor attractive, but I'll venture some guesses:
1. They don't have time and subsequent social schedule to meet a good selection of men. They might meet them, but they don't have the time to get to know them unless they're already looking promising. This can bypass some tentative dating in theory. You can glean more information about someone here than you might on a normal date with someone you don't really know.
2. If they do have the time, they don't meet the right kind of man or not under the right pretense. I don't expect much to come of prowling social venues trying to scare up a piece of ass, so why should they?
3. They're on here on the off-chance the perfect man emails them. Again, there's more information upfront, assuming people are reasonably honest. To say the least, there are things often revealed in profiles that someone they might blindly go on a date with that are deal-breakers and wouldn't be revealed until subsequent dates; again, this just offers another venue with less hassle. | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/2/2009 11:41:57 PM |
I would have thought that beautiful women already have so many guys chasing them that they wouldn't have to go to an online dating site in order to find someone.
well PfffffffffffffffT guess what???
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/2/2009 11:49:32 PM | | Not thinking that I'm passing for an overtly attractive woman any longer, but I'm on PoF because I'm not particular to bars/night clubs any longer, and my group of friends is not very static, so this is a way to meet new people, as well as get a lot of necessary information right away, versus taking 2 or 3 dates to find out you might be looking for different things. the fun thing about online dating is you can ask questions in messages that would be "too serious" on a date. | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/3/2009 9:24:21 AM |
Most people today lead such busy lives that it can be difficult to meet new people. Romance isnt going to fall out of the sky in our laps on the commute between work and home...... The internet is a great way to come in contact with people that would have never crossed our paths during the course of our day.
So true. And c deacon nailed it, too.
What we have to do, is to find ways to let others know that we are approachable, and want to open up those lines of communications, but not commit totally to anything or anyone, (my emphasis) .... until we know how real the both of us really are, and how compatible we just might be together.  Attractive people abound, but that does not mean that they are happy, dating all the time, unavailable, unapproachable, or have their calendars full with offers. What it does mean, is that many times, given situations, that the road alone still happens, no matter your looks, so one can either wait to be asked, or be bold enough to do something about it.
It is easier to approach and be approached here because the rejections are less personal. Although it is more difficult to ensure honesty. Outside, it's usually possible that you have mutual friends, associates, etc. But on the other hand, if someone turns out not to be your cup of tea, you don't have to face them every day if it's someone you already know.
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/4/2009 6:40:10 PM | | Overly attractive women usually get opportunities passed at the easier, they get clouded minds over time, unrealistic requirements and they end up the ones that don't get married and grow bitter usually. Or that's what I've personally noticed. They get burned a few times then some get smart and start over. | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/4/2009 8:30:59 PM | It can be for various reasons. I have known attractive women who go on websites because they don't like the bar/club scene...some have careers that require travel, so it leaves little time to go out in social settings...some perhaps work or live in environments that do not have an abundance of whatever their type of guy.
If everyone is telling the truth about their personality/background/interests/looks/what type of relationship they are looking for, websites can be great. It's when people don't that things get a little hairy! | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/5/2009 5:54:26 AM | What do you mean? If by 'attractive' you are talking about their pictures only, well, you may be incorrect. Because attractiveness IMO isn't only about looks. The personality has to be there too. This site is a bit like a nightclub, with members etc. In the past, I've seen attractive looking women in clubs, giving just about every guy that approaches them the brush-off. Why? Could be as someone else has stated, that they're on an ego trip. Maybe they are not looking to meet anyone as they're on a fun night out. Or maybe they want Mr Right  a guy we all know doesn't exist. I would say the tell tale signs are easy to spot by looking at their profile, and if you see "I don't want anyone with baggage..." or "...looking for my knight in shining armour." etc that could be why they're on here single. It puts some of us off.
BTW, all us guys can do, is ask a girl out. She is entitled to say no, but she'll be sitting at home single for a long time.  | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/5/2009 6:58:56 AM | What people don't realize is that a lot of very, very attractive women do not like to go to bars because they get swarmed buy guys and instead of having a good time, they end up annoyed all evening. So they go online because they can just sit and wait and eventually someone of their liking will come along.
Now here's the thing. Even if you discard all the women with photos that are 20 years old, the ones hiding behind their dogs and are 20 lbs overweight, there are still a lot of women to pick from. And the only thing as a guy that you have to do is to not sound like everyone else. | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/5/2009 9:29:07 AM | OP, that TOTALLY depends on your definition of attractive. Because, a lot of women have pictures up that make them look pretty but then you go to meet them and you're like, "WHOA NELLY! ET, let me help you phone home. No, I don't wanna date you...just wanna make sure you get back to the planet Hideousvillie..."
Now, of course, that totally depends on what you mean by attractive my friend. Physically, there are a COUPLE of lookers here but, then again, I got high standards. Personality wise? I doubt even half of the females here have attractive personalities. Man, you definitely gotta upgrade your opinion on what you call attractive. | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/5/2009 3:27:16 PM | I agree. I felt like asking, did you suddenly age 10 years since we spoke on the phone and if it was something you ate, get ride of it fast.
They are just setting themselves up for a disappointment and wondering why they are stuck in an endless rut.
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/5/2009 4:01:12 PM | two observations: many physically gorgeous gals who have no lack of offers IRL are using the sites to screen candidates. a guy emails, they can tell from the writing whether he's very bright and educated, and they look at the profile to see whether he smokes, has has compatible values, a full complement of eyes, ears, etc., lives conveniently close, and so on. more than you can find out from a casual conversation, and in less time.
second, women on here generally do not look better in their photos than in person, when the photos are current. photography is an art, and it's a whole lot easier to shoot a bad photo than a good one. i had a first meet the other night with a gal who looked average in her two boring shots, and was SUH-MOKIN hot in person. woohoo! | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/5/2009 6:01:49 PM | davidpiano both of your comments are sooo true. I consider myself average, but I would like to say that it is convenient hiding behind a keyboard to find out if you are compatible with someone and weed out the jerks.
IRL men have told me that they feel intimidated by me, because I am independent (only because I had no choice), have brains and they would rather be with a woman that they feel superior too. It comes down to the fact that alot of men are afraid to approach an attractive woman because they are afraid of rejection, so the woman turns to internet sites to meet people. | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/5/2009 10:18:19 PM | | I know, there's so many beautiful women on POF. It's kind of a weird phenomenon, isn't it? I think I'm more intimidated messaging someone on this website than on meeting a girl in real life. LoL... seriously, though. | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/5/2009 10:47:21 PM | I don't know about the other ladies on here. I am not beautiful, I am average.
I work in a field, that is not putting me into the position to date. I will not date, co workers, or associates..Doesn't work at all.
I am also in school full time, on top of my job.
Not really the place for "date material " there either.
Online??? I feel that I have an opportunity to see, talk, and discuss variouse topics with people that I would not have the opportunity to meet in real life. I am able to talk to anyone from any state or country in this world. I do feel that I am making friends, and meeting some possible interesting prospects.
Am I hoping to meet a future s/o? Yes, have I ..no..
So my question is,,why are there so many attractive men??? Same reason? HMMMMMM
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/6/2009 4:09:44 PM | I think its impossible to date an attractive women on POF or any other sites...
Or you need to put down lots of stuff on the table....and wait it out maybe....but make sure you have a house on the hillside with come ocean view and make sure you "like travelling".
Also I guess they like to "maintain their "huge ego" just logging in and see the tons of messages they get. Even if there is not much for them there...they still like their personality tickeling games and they dream on......its like OH yeah: I am still wanted out there !...But the reality is they wait for so long till they get sucked out of their attractive look (time is punishing isn't it?) look and end up being old and not so wanted anymore....
What can I say? Good job ladies ! Keep up the good work ! | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/6/2009 6:00:35 PM | Puleeze. As if attractive people aren't allowed to be on online dating sites.
I have come across some of the most beautiful men, and women on this site.
We all have our own reasons as to why we are here.
That shouldn't be viewed as a red flag, just because you see so many beautiful women. Keep in mind, these women are only attractive in your eyes. That doesn't mean others would find them attractive.
I'm just as attractive in person, as I am in my photos, and I'm always sure to make sure at least a few are current. | |
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| Why are there so many attractive women on POF?
Posted: 6/6/2009 6:14:24 PM | | To J_in_SD, yes I would prefer uglier women on POF. The tend to lower their standards for men. The better looking the women, the higher her standards. So yes, in all truth, it's better to have uglier women on POF...lol....but seriously, yes. | |
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