Confess... have you ever been attracted to someone simply for the novelty that they were a decade younger?

@PaleandPolluted This is possible as well. Although, a decade younger is really not that big of an age difference, not between 25 and 35.

@FrozenGuy @PaleandPolluted I agree that that decade difference grows less and less as you both age, but at that stage of life there is still a liberating sense to the difference. Even at 35 you are beginning to be more concerned about consequences of your actions, more cautious in your decisions while the 25 year old is still willing to shuck off conventional wisdom and try doing things just for the heck of it. Less inhibited; less afraid to appear foolish.

@dancingtongue I think this is generally true, but the actual personality and maturity level is an important factor as well. I've known 25 year olds who behave like 16 year olds, and others who are like old souls, with the wisdom and maturity of a 50 year old. Stage of life can make a big difference as well. A 25 year old is often still testing out or experimenting with different career options, lifestyle options, and partner types. Thus, if a 35 year is seeking long-term stability or commitment, dating a 25 year old may not be the best choice. But, people date for different reasons. More than ever, micro-romances and friends with benefits are the preferred mode of dating. In these situations, even wider age gaps may not matter, and as you said, the differences could be quite exciting for some people.