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Men want "Perfect Women"?

I hear a good amount of women say sometimes that men should lower their beauty standards because they want absolutely "perfect women". I'm not saying I'm looking for the "perfect woman" but, if a man lowered his standards and got with a woman he wasn't fully attracted to wouldn't that be considered dishonest? Me personally if I was with someone that I wasn't fully physically attracted to I would always feel like I'd be left wanting more. I feel that it'd be unfair to a Woman to subject her to a relationship where her partner isn't fully committed to her mind, body and soul. Would it be fair to settle for a Woman when you know you can't fully commit yourself to her in your mind? The answer to me is an obvious "No" but I just wanted to hear others thoughts on the subject. Also I know that looks aren't the "end all be all" but they do play an important role when it comes to being in a long-term relationship.
Don't most guys try to bang anything that moves? I think most guys should raise their standards.
Redstar · 36-40, M
@SkeetSkeet Thank you for your judgement against anyone who happened to be born male...
SkeetSkeet · 100+, F
@Redstar your species is welcome
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@BohemianBoo I think most guys might hookup with a fair amount of girls but when it comes to something long-term they're looking for a bit more. I can only speak for myself though.
redredred · M
Attitude is way more important than this idea of perfection. Give me a reasonably good looking woman with an adventurous, daring, enthusiastic attitude and I’m good.

I mean, I own a mirror, I’m just being realistic here. We make our own joy if we’re willing.
BlueVeins · 22-25
It's pretty common to shame people for having "high expectations," but I think that's totally fine for the reasons you said. Like you said, if you're not attracted to your partner, it's probably gonna be kind of a shitty relationship. That said, it can be a good idea to examine why you have those standards and whether or not you could live with someone who's less than perfect. I tend to think this is more feasible for things like money & social standing (most people can accept living as middle-class nobodies), but less feasible for appearance, where you're either attracted or you're not.
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@BlueVeins Not saying I'm looking for the "perfect woman" but someone who's reasonably attractive in my eyes. Enough to keep me interested for the long term. I'm just saying I've heard women say every now and again that men want "perfect women".
Kodel · 26-30, M
I think a lot of men aren't really presented with their definition of a "perfect woman," and I don't think it has anything to do with looks. Romantically speaking, I'd say that looks do play a part but they're not the most important part. Men need to feel appreciated, and in my own personal experience, I feel like a convenience at best and in the way at worst. Don't get me wrong, there are some women who do genuinely care, but a decent number of them don't really seem to care about what makes a guy tick, what drives him, inspires him, what pulls him back from the edge and all the internal defining traits that make us unique. I honestly can't even remember the last time I felt like a woman was actually trying to understand me. Men try to understand women all the time because I think a lot of us do really want that romantic and special connection with just one person. Ironically, I typically find that the opposite of your post happens. I often hear women talking about their perfect guy and listing all the parameters they have to meet before they would even "earn the right to speak to them" (not even using hyperbole for that quote). I'm sure that there definitely are some men out there that only want the best looking women, but from my experience, men really just want someone who actually cares about them and continuously shows it. It sounds straightforward, but it's scarily rare for some guys these days. It's possible that this phenomenon may have even had an effect on some guys that's made them go back to their old ways of treating intimacy like it doesn't matter and not giving the potential of relationships any credit.
In saying all of this, this isn't an accusation against women or blaming women. It's simply an acknowledgement of circumstance.
Either way, looks do matter in a relationship and I'm pretty sure it's something that's been used as a deal breaker for me not getting into relationships I've sought after in the past. However I think that there's a big disconnect between what the opposite sex actually wants and what the other sex thinks they want. The main problem is communication. If everyone was more open to what other people's opinions and personal experiences were, I'd say we'd all get along much better.
Apologies for the length, but I had a bit to say on this topic.
Dainbramadge · 56-60, M
This is going to sound like a jab but it really isn't intended to be.
I write this with the purist sincerity.
You will change your views on what is important in a mate when you grow up.
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@Dainbramadge You all are making assumptions though.. I literally never said "I'm looking for the perfect woman". I'm looking someone who's reasonably attractive in my eyes. Enough to keep me interested for the long term.
Dainbramadge · 56-60, M
@wanderer1991 See. Your still saying the same thing that you stated after the word ..But... again.
Let me see if I can explain.
Looks have a big part of a relationship for you because that is what it would take to keep you interested.
When you grow up you realize that looks may play a part in the initial attraction but that isn't what keeps you coming back.
LIke I say. I'm not bashing you in any way.
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@Dainbramadge You're accusing me of being immature how is that not bashing? Don't assume we have the same preferences either. And if you read till the end you'd notice the part where I said "Also I know that looks aren't the "end all be all"".
fakable · T
This is a very interesting question - I think that it is important to remember that everyone has different preferences and standards when it comes to physical attraction. So, I do not think that it is necessary to lower your standards to find someone who you are more compatible with, or who you feel more connected to, on a deeper level. I think that physical attraction can be a very important factor in a relationship, but I do not think that it is the only factor - so I do not think that it is necessary to lower your standards in order to find a partner who you can build a deep and meaningful relationship with.
sweetdream · 22-25, F
If we look at how men react to women from this site, then they don't ask for much, in fact their criteria are very low!
SW-User
@sweetdream Agree. Standards are almost non existent here.
PaleandPolluted · 36-40, F
Yeah, but what are you calling the perfect woman? You've got to have some realistic expectations. I know people will bring up my featured posts, but that's me just fantasising.
PaleandPolluted · 36-40, F
@wanderer1991 he didnt want to date me just hook up first. I didnt draw him in enough i guess.
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@PaleandPolluted I'm sorry to hear that. He didn't show any interest afterwards though?
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pdockal · 56-60, M
Nobody is perfect
I don't think EVERYBODY is looking for somebody perfect just someone compatable that'll put up with my imperfection
Freeranger · M
Look man, I'm just gonna call bullshit on this one. Society is not going to make you happy....certainly this website is not going to give you any sound advice, so why not do what man has done down through the ages, and find the woman who you're attracted to and who you share mutual interests with and power on?

It ain't rocket science. Only you will get a sense of who that woman is who's gonna make you happy when you meet her. Make good choices and, good luck.
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@Freeranger Wanting hear people's thoughts and opinions is not seeking advice. There is a difference. And calling bullshit?
Freeranger · M
@wanderer1991 Much of what you'll ingest here is just that. You can stack that all up or sift thru the wheat and chaff mate. I really don't care which you do. I merely painted for you, a real, normal, tolerant road map.
I've no dog on this hunt......make yer own way then.
[washes hands]
Greyjedi · M
The relationship itself can be much more rewarding than her level of beauty, I know this is hard for muggles to understand. Personally i think freckles and moles can be cute on women. I imagine if im around a woman who has “perfect” beauty I’m going to be erect 24/7 and I don’t want to be erect 24/7. Also if we must lower our standards they should lower theirs, its only fair.
You’re talking about relationships here not casual sex. If he’s looking for a serious relationship he won’t lower his standards unless he’s uncomfortable being alone and turns desperate. The more common situation is he cons her into thinking he’s serious, bangs her and moves on when he’s bored
I believe many women need to lower the beauty of themselves. They should stop comparing themselves to the photoshopped women plastered on magazines and social media. Learning to see your living, breathing beauty while setting standards for yourself is the most beautiful aspect of being a woman.
Anielka · F
From my experience man are never satisfied with just one woman and I understand it's natural, even if a man has the perfect woman he's gonna look at other women.
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@Anielka Can't say I feel the same. I am very much interested in being with one person for the rest of my life.
Anielka · F
@wanderer1991 so are you saying that if you found the perfect woman you would never look at other women.
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@Anielka Oh so you meant literally look? I mean I might slip up out of force of habit lol but it's not like I'm intentionally cheating. I would definitely make an effort not to do that though.
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
Yall need to learn how to READ and not assume shit lol
MonaReeves86 · 36-40, F
What if you’re girl turned out to be perfect and in the relationship she gains weight what would you do
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@MonaReeves86 Weight doesn't bother me that much but if it got out of hand I would try and guide her in the right direction and be there for her. I know weight isn't something you can control in certain circumstances but if it's within your ability to control and managable there's no need to let it continue in that direction.
empanadas · 31-35, M
Most dudes just want a woman with a pulse
wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@empanadas I think most guys might hookup with a fair amount of girls but when it comes to something long-term they're looking for a bit more. I can only speak for myself though.
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wanderer1991 · 31-35, M
@AlchemyFox I'm really not a bad guy lol and just to clarify I didn't say I'm looking someone who's "perfect". I'm just saying I've heard women say every now and again that men want "perfect women".
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CestManan · 46-50, F
@Fable Problem is that most people do not have much to offer so they do not want to date someone on their own level.

 
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