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November 7, 2009
Lip’s Tips: Curve Personals Advice
Lipstick (of Lipstick & Dipstick)
I recently spent some time in the Curve Personals—not because I’m single (I’m goo-goo-goggily partnered), but because I was helping my good friend troll for a hookup the other night. And let me tell you: I amazed at what I saw.
It was my first time on Curve Personals and I had no idea how clueless so many lezzies were about how to best represent themselves. (If you haven't been to Curve Personals and you're single, check it out here. Word on the street is that Curve is the best roundup of women on the Internet.)
In light of this revelation (many of my girls don't know WTF about putting themselves out there), I’m offering some helpful tips.
Here goes:
- In the photos section of your page, don't only put pictures of your dog. People want to see you.
- In the same vein, don't just put one picture—the best one ever taken of you nine years ago in a group at the perfect angle. Give people at least four to see and represent yourself accurately.
- Don't have the photos of you be taken from across the street or with any sort of crazy Photoshop filter. Again, let women see you for who you really are.
- Choose your photos carefully. Not only is it important to pick ones which accurately represent you, but don't put "come and fuck me" pics of you half naked. Spare us and leave this for our gay brothers.
- Be truthful about your stats. I saw women who said they had an athletic body, who clearly didn't. Maybe they like sports, and maybe back in the day they had an athletic build, but not so much anymore. What people want to know is what's going on now.
- I also think Curve should add a "Scram" button to the application next to the "Smile" button. That way, when interested people contact you even though they're nothing like what you said you're looking for in your profile, you can get rid of them. The explicative button would be for those clingy dykes who just don't take a hint. Surely you’ve known a few.
- Also in the same vein, read what each woman is looking for (physically and romantically) before you write her. Don't waste anyone's time, including yours.
- When you "smile" at too many people or to the same woman too many times, an error message should be pop up and say, "Calm Down" or "Cool it." Use that smile button with discretion. When you smile, mean it.
- Well, there you have it. I could really go on and on, but these Lip Tips should steer you in the right direction. Remember, you can’t force love and you can’t force attraction, so represent yourself well and you will most certainly find someone who not only blows up your skirt (or 501s), but someone with whom you can have a real shot at love.
- Patience grasshopper.
If you build it, she will come. And hopefully continue to come for many, many years.
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Can I get an Amen? I joined to actually meet some intelligent, kind, loving, spiritual, professional, tidy... ahem - hot piece of ass. What the what is going on with some of you ladies out there? Not to mention if your handle is 'desperate4u' your probably going to receive an inverted response to what was initially intended. Really? Desperate? At the same time though - be open. You may think you know what you like/love but who of us really knows until it is kissing us on the face?
On recommendation from a good friend, I am giving this site a whirl. I have been single for over a year and find it difficult to meet 'date-able' women in my immediate area. I am 47, GWF, Sagittarian (if that means anything to you!), 5/'4" 140 lbs, curvy where it counts...lol I enjoy most outdoor activities, my current hobbies being kayaking and camping. Boating, jet skiing and fishing are also major faves. I'm a great cook, and love to entertain - but where I currently live is making that a challenge (60+ miles northeast of New Orleans). I love to travel - international and domestic. Most of my friends would describe me as intelligent, interesting, and fun to hang out with. I start out a bit shy - but that goes away quickly when I meet people I like. My spirituality is important to me, and my beliefs can best be described as 'eclectic' - Many paths, one destination. I am financially secure, and emotionally stable. My biggest frustration at the moment has been that most women my age are not into casual dating. I like to take my time getting to know someone, and part of that is seeing if we have chemistry in ALL areas. I prefer being physically intimate with one partner until we figure out the chemistry thing, rather than dating multiple women simultaneously - although I have nothing against spontaneous liasons. Good conversation, a great sense of humor, open-mindedness, and being comfortable with your sexuality are must-haves. Are there any women out there who know how to have fun without the u-haul lurking in the shadows????
Hello. I've never used any kind of online personals method before. But I think the advice for using the Curve Personals is very helpful. The tip "Read what each woman is looking for...before you write her" is very helpful to me because yes, I don't want to waste time and let the other girl down. That way, both parties will be more satisfied with the relationship, whether as new friends or lovers. I'm a shy bi and so using online personals may be an easier way for me to "get out there," I suppose. I dunno when I'll do it. I'm absolutely new to personals, or dating, for that matter. I'm 24, and now that I've graduated and am ready for love, it's overwhelming to me. I started reading Curve magazine just this past April so I want to get used to the website and read more advice before I begin. I love Curve magazine and I love the website!!