Anonymous wrote:I understand this may be a silly question but, humor me. I have observed that certain friends of mine have ended up with a very specific kind of guy. Some would call them "yuppies." From what I can tell these are their qualities:
- Come from a well-off background
- Have great careers where they are successful
- They are driven and motivated
- They are organized, thoughtful and have a plan for what they want in life and work
- Well adjusted individuals. They are functioning adults without any substance abuse or personality issues
- Put together. Dress in clean, preppy clothes; slim pants and button downs and "stylish" gym wear
- They have a great group of friends
I guess I am at a loss because I can spot these guys and am always interested but they have never shown an interest in me. Meanwhile two of my close friends recently became engaged to this exact kind of guy. I am envious as I am always approached by the messy artsy types who have lackluster careers, drink too much and have self esteem issues. What kind of woman should I aim to be to attract this kind of guy?
Anonymous wrote:My husband is as you describe. I was raised regular middle class. Not DCUM middle class. I think he liked me because I was drama-free and can cook. I also am reasonably intelligent (we met in law school) and attractive on the law school scale, not overweight and take reasonable care of myself. Plus, I wanted kids. I really am nothing special, but I don’t have huge downsides and I can get along with almost everyone. I think he could see having an easy life with me.
Anonymous wrote:That describes the type I dated and, ultimately, married. I grew up poor, worked my way through school, and established a successful career and a great life. I've always been a size 14-16 and am very active (I run half marathons, cycle, golf, etc.). I'm fun-loving, smart(ish) and easygoing.
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:PP again. I actually think these men are afraid to date outside their social circle. Even if they find a woman attractive.
I disagree. I'm UMC, but from NJ. My fiancé is from London, "old money", and Oxford educated. He knows I'm not stupid, attraction is there, and most importantly, I get on well with his family and he thinks I'd be a good mother. Social circle isn't everything.
I’m sure his family is less than pleased about you but too polite to let on.
Are you? Are you sure?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:PP again. I actually think these men are afraid to date outside their social circle. Even if they find a woman attractive.
I disagree. I'm UMC, but from NJ. My fiancé is from London, "old money", and Oxford educated. He knows I'm not stupid, attraction is there, and most importantly, I get on well with his family and he thinks I'd be a good mother. Social circle isn't everything.
I’m sure his family is less than pleased about you but too polite to let on.
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:PP again. I actually think these men are afraid to date outside their social circle. Even if they find a woman attractive.
I disagree. I'm UMC, but from NJ. My fiancé is from London, "old money", and Oxford educated. He knows I'm not stupid, attraction is there, and most importantly, I get on well with his family and he thinks I'd be a good mother. Social circle isn't everything.
Anonymous wrote:PP again. I actually think these men are afraid to date outside their social circle. Even if they find a woman attractive.
Anonymous wrote:Everyone keeps saying "be thin" but I seriously dated only this kind of guy, and was proposed to by two (before DH). And I've always been thick (not fat, but size 12). UMC guys sometimes like thick women just like poor guys sometimes do.