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Turn-ons: - Short and petite. - Voluptuous in the right places - Asian girls who are voluptuous - BDSM - Know how to cook - Be good at cleaning - Have a good sense of humor and/or pretend to laugh at my jokes

Turn-offs - Feminists - Girls who are smarter than me - Girls who think they're smarter than me - Girls who make more money than me - Overly opinionated girls - Gossip

Will I ever find what I'm looking for in modern day America? Probably not, but that's why eccentric rich people move to third world countries when they're sick of working.

Competition is a sin. -John D. Rockefeller
 
Hooked on LEAPS Turn-offs - Feminists - Girls who are smarter than me - Girls who think they're smarter than me - Girls who make more money than me - Overly opinionated girls - Gossip
You've managed to rule out every woman on the planet. Good luck.
 
Hooked on LEAPSTurn-ons: - Short and petite. - Voluptuous in the right places - Asian girls who are voluptuous - BDSM - Know how to cook - Be good at cleaning - Have a good sense of humor and/or pretend to laugh at my jokes

Turn-offs - Feminists - Girls who are smarter than me - Girls who think they're smarter than me - Girls who make more money than me - Overly opinionated girls - Gossip

Will I ever find what I'm looking for in modern day America? Probably not, but that's why eccentric rich people move to third world countries when they're sick of working.

Yo, need the number of an Asian massage spa?

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huanleshalemei
Hooked on LEAPSTurn-ons: - Short and petite. - Voluptuous in the right places - Asian girls who are voluptuous - BDSM - Know how to cook - Be good at cleaning - Have a good sense of humor and/or pretend to laugh at my jokes

Turn-offs - Feminists - Girls who are smarter than me - Girls who think they're smarter than me - Girls who make more money than me - Overly opinionated girls - Gossip

Will I ever find what I'm looking for in modern day America? Probably not, but that's why eccentric rich people move to third world countries when they're sick of working.

Yo, need the number of an Asian massage spa?

You know any good ones?

Competition is a sin. -John D. Rockefeller
 
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Bruce WayneTurn offs: 1) smoking 2) excessive drinking/frequent blackouts

Turn ons: 1) "Pure" - I prefer a new car than a used car.

FTFY Turn ons: 1) smoking (only applicable if she is hot) 2) excessive drinking/frequent blackouts

Turn offs: 1) "Pure" - I prefer a used, broken in car versus working with a new engine

ma man.

 
Bruce WayneTurn offs: 1) smoking 2) excessive drinking/frequent blackouts

Turn ons: 1) "Pure" - I prefer a new car than a used car.

Smoking is definitely a huge turn off. There's no 'romantic aura' when dating someone who needs a 15 min smoking break every two hours, and comes back smelling like shit... It's also a sign of self-indulgence. So, pass, next. 'Pure' - I assume you mean a 'pure' personality (classy), not a physical aspect (a.k.a. virgin)?

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Turn-ons: - Tall (5'8" +), curvy - Blonde, blue or green eyes - Dresses well, very feminine - Happy - Smart enough
- Physically affectionate, even a little clingy

Turn-offs - Super-liberals (i.e. gender studies major) - In financial services or law - Immature and/or loud - I want to be able to take her nice places - Ignorant of current events - Unreliable

 
West Coast rainmakerTurn-ons: - Tall (5'8" +), curvy - Blonde, blue or green eyes - Dresses well, very feminine - Happy - Smart enough
- Physically affectionate, even a little clingy

Turn-offs - Super-liberals (i.e. gender studies major) - In financial services or law - Immature and/or loud - I want to be able to take her nice places - Ignorant of current events - Unreliable

Why not lawyer chicks?

 
Bruce Wayne
West Coast rainmakerTurn-ons: - Tall (5'8" +), curvy - Blonde, blue or green eyes - Dresses well, very feminine - Happy - Smart enough
- Physically affectionate, even a little clingy

Turn-offs - Super-liberals (i.e. gender studies major) - In financial services or law - Immature and/or loud - I want to be able to take her nice places - Ignorant of current events - Unreliable

Why not lawyer chicks?

Tired, beat down as badly/worse than bankers, aggressive and dominant types used to having to fight for their own in the corporate melee ... not really the softer, feminine figure many guys look for.
I am permanently behind on PMs, it's not personal.
 
Bruce Wayne
West Coast rainmakerTurn-ons: - Tall (5'8" +), curvy - Blonde, blue or green eyes - Dresses well, very feminine - Happy - Smart enough
- Physically affectionate, even a little clingy

Turn-offs - Super-liberals (i.e. gender studies major) - In financial services or law - Immature and/or loud - I want to be able to take her nice places - Ignorant of current events - Unreliable

Why not lawyer chicks?

Girls in BigLaw tend to be really similar those in finance, in my experience. Emotionally distant, worried about their careers, stressed. It makes sense: the motivation for pursuing each career is very similar ($$$).

I'm sure there are exceptions. I would definitely date a girl who met all my turn-ons and happened to work in law. I just have never met any. For that matter, only a few of the JDs I know would even qualify as "happy".

 
West Coast rainmakerTurn-ons: - Tall (5'8" +), curvy - Blonde, blue or green eyes - Dresses well, very feminine - Happy - Smart enough
- Physically affectionate, even a little clingy

Turn-offs - Super-liberals (i.e. gender studies major) - In financial services or law - Immature and/or loud - I want to be able to take her nice places - Ignorant of current events - Unreliable

I echo the loud one. Loud chicks look dumb and not classy. You got it correct, those ones don't fit in nice places.

I'm feeling like a star, you can't stop my shine---Ridin' Solo
 
West Coast rainmakerTurn-ons: - Tall (5'8" +), curvy - Blonde, blue or green eyes - Dresses well, very feminine - Happy - Smart enough
- Physically affectionate, even a little clingy

Turn-offs - Super-liberals (i.e. gender studies major) - In financial services or law - Immature and/or loud - I want to be able to take her nice places - Ignorant of current events - Unreliable

Agree with your turn-offs. But most beautiful women suffer from insecurity and are hardly happy.

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huanleshalemeiBut most beautiful women suffer from insecurity and are hardly happy.

Myth. Most beautiful women are incredibly secure, especially those who have something to them beyond their looks.

 

after checked everyone's list, I put a big smile on my face. I know I've finally altered (or downplayed) myself to become most finance guys' wife quality.

I'm feeling like a star, you can't stop my shine---Ridin' Solo
 
midtowngalafter checked everyone's list, I put a big smile on my face. I know I've finally altered (or downplayed) myself to become most finance guys' wife quality.

By no means dating equals marriage. Dating is fun while the idea of marriage just horrifies me.

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Febreezelol why is this a thread?

i don't know one person who actually holds to their standards in real life.

I try damn hard. Difficult when everyone around me was an 'English Rose'.

 
Febreezelol why is this a thread?

i don't know one person who actually holds to their standards in real life.

Cuz I felt fucking bored when sitting in the office, waiting for the blessing and presence of Hurricane Sandy

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Alright, I'll bite.

TURN-ONS Intelligent/Well read/ Sense of Humour (i.e. doesnt think I'm an idiot for a joke/humour she didnt understand) Sexy hair (not given enough credit) Responsible Dresses well Dark hair, olive skin Can hold a conversation (I have stories) Isn't overly concerned solely with her looks (someone with some substance) isnt British (tired of them)

TURN OFFS Excessively affectionate (especially when manufacturing a relationship that isnt quite there yet) Smoking Nose piercing (ugh) Doesnt need me to do everything for her or need constant communication Too liberal Not religious Drinks too much (especially when being aware she can't handle it)

 
FinancialNoviceIIAlright, I'll bite.

TURN-ONS Intelligent/Well read Sense of Humour (i.e. doesnt think I'm an idiot for a joke/humour she didnt understand) Sexy hair (not given enough credit) Responsible Dresses well Dark hair, olive skin Can hold a conversation (I have stories) sn't overly concerned solely with her looks (someone with some substance) isn't British (tired of them)

TURN OFFS Excessively affectionate (especially when manufacturing a relationship that isnt quite there yet) Smoking Nose piercing (ugh) Doesnt need me to do everything for her or need constant communication Too liberal Religious Drinks too much (especially when being aware she can't handle it)

 
FinancialNoviceIIAlright, I'll bite.

TURN-ONS Intelligent/Well read/ Sense of Humour (i.e. doesnt think I'm an idiot for a joke/humour she didnt understand) Sexy hair (not given enough credit) Responsible Dresses well Dark hair, olive skin Can hold a conversation (I have stories) Isn't overly concerned solely with her looks (someone with some substance) isnt British (tired of them)

TURN OFFS Excessively affectionate (especially when manufacturing a relationship that isnt quite there yet) Smoking Nose piercing (ugh) Doesnt need me to do everything for her or need constant communication Too liberal Not religious Drinks too much (especially when being aware she can't handle it)

Thanks for the biting. Some every good points here I am sure lots would agree. Just curious, what are the things you like to do for your date without triggering the thoughts that she's crossing the line? Care to share some 'painful pleasure'?

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JamesHetfieldToo liberal and too thin are definite deal breakers.
narr, i like to see a bit of rib
"After you work on Wall Street it’s a choice, would you rather work at McDonalds or on the sell-side? I would choose McDonalds over the sell-side.” - David Tepper
 

Turn Ons

-intelligent/well read (preferably more than me- an econ/finance phd would make for good conversation) or international affairs perhaps. It's a plus if she's an expert on something I find interesting. I once dated a girl who worked at Christie's specializing in Asian art. That was good. If not from her job- she should have smart opinions on something I find interesting. -likes to have sex. dresses at least somewhat sexy (smart girls often dress frumpy). BIG plus if she likes to live in the nude at home. -either low maintainence (or she pays for her maintainence herself) -Otherwise understands me. (vague I know) -good looking. 7+/10. (Even though I'm a 6) decent boobs/butt.

Turn Offs

-Bossy/Critical -too much of a neat freak -Smoking is ok, as long as its never inside -never drinking or drinking way too much (both are bad) -invites her friends too often. (If I wanted to spend time with your friends I would try to date them) -too religious (dated an otherwise smart girl that kept thinking god was reaching out to her through random signs in her life, it was annoying to listen to her ramble on) -talks too much or not enough -not physically attractive (obviously)

 
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-intelligent/well read (preferably more than me- an econ/finance phd would make for good conversation) or international affairs perhaps. It's a plus if she's an expert on something I find interesting. I once dated a girl who worked at Christie's specializing in Asian art. That was good. If not from her job- she should have smart opinions on something I find interesting. -likes to have sex. dresses at least somewhat sexy (smart girls often dress frumpy). BIG plus if she likes to live in the nude at home. -either low maintainence (or she pays for her maintainence herself) -Otherwise understands me. (vague I know) -good looking. 7+/10. (Even though I'm a 6) decent boobs/butt.

The definition of real challange: an good-looking/sexy econ/finance phd who likes to live in the nude at home. (and I am not sure if you can handle that)

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The definition of real challange: an good-looking/sexy econ/finance phd who likes to live in the nude at home. (and I am not sure if you can handle that)

Also- doesn't want to have babies.

But why can't I handle it (I'm assuming you mean the nudeness)?

 
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The definition of real challange: an good-looking/sexy econ/finance phd who likes to live in the nude at home. (and I am not sure if you can handle that)

Also- doesn't want to have babies.

But why can't I handle it (I'm assuming you mean the nudeness)?

Haha, of course you can handle the nudeness. What I mean is it's always awesome to date a 'perfect' woman like that, but just make sure there's no ice pick under her bed~

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Is cleavage display a turn-on or off? I have a girl friend who's obsessed with low-cut dresses, but her boyfriend (in banking, if relevant) got so pissed everytime she showed her assets when they hung out.

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huanleshalemeiIs cleavage display a turn-on or off? I have a girl friend who's obsessed with low-cut dresses, but her boyfriend (in banking, if relevant) got so pissed everytime she showed her assets when they hung out.
turn on for a one night stand. turn off for a girlfriend
"After you work on Wall Street it’s a choice, would you rather work at McDonalds or on the sell-side? I would choose McDonalds over the sell-side.” - David Tepper
 
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huanleshalemeiIs cleavage display a turn-on or off? I have a girl friend who's obsessed with low-cut dresses, but her boyfriend (in banking, if relevant) got so pissed everytime she showed her assets when they hung out.
turn on for a one night stand. turn off for a girlfriend
Yep. In a relationship, you want what's yours to be yours and yours alone. A girl can dress classy without appearing promiscuous. You can easily be appealing without being revealing, and men appreciate that.
I am permanently behind on PMs, it's not personal.
 

Any woman that realizes she is my second love and Jim Beam is my first.

Also, i've gotten in the habit lately of dating women ~30-35, about 10 years older than me. Ya they're not as in shape and shit but guess what it all feels the same in the dark. only thing is that when they really get into you, they really really get into you.

My drinkin' problem left today, she packed up all her bags and walked away.
 
Kenny PowersAny woman that realizes she is my second love and Jim Beam is my first.

Also, i've gotten in the habit lately of dating women ~30-35, about 10 years older than me. Ya they're not as in shape and shit but guess what it all feels the same in the dark. only thing is that when they really get into you, they really really get into you.

I haven't dated any older women, but man I love me some older women. Ideally ~5 years older than me with an upper bound of 35.

 
JamesHetfield
Kenny PowersAny woman that realizes she is my second love and Jim Beam is my first.

Also, i've gotten in the habit lately of dating women ~30-35, about 10 years older than me. Ya they're not as in shape and shit but guess what it all feels the same in the dark. only thing is that when they really get into you, they really really get into you.

I haven't dated any older women, but man I love me some older women. Ideally ~5 years older than me with an upper bound of 35.

When I get some time I want to put together a 'guide' to guys under 25 dating older women (over 30). It was my specialty in college and I want to pass on the wisdom man so look for that in a few weeks.

My drinkin' problem left today, she packed up all her bags and walked away.
 

-Decently smart -Genuinely enjoys having sex -Comfortable around my friends/co-workers/family in social situations -Interested in her career, even if I don't give a fuck about it- girls that hate their job bitch a lot..see below -Drinks, but knows her limits -Feminine and well-mannered -Is social and has friends, basically I want her to have a life outside of myself -Knows how to cook -Comes from a good family

Turn offs -Bitches all the time -Has a sexual history that's hard to get over -Cant do things on her own -No direction/passion in life -Gossip -Smokes -Really boring in bed/refuses to try anything new -Liar -insecure/doesn't trust me -Boring

 

Turn on: - leggy -light eyes -good fashion taste -polyglot -values family -values loyalty

Turn off: -tattoos -smoking -has been with 6+ guys -liberal -27+ older -''family and kids after 30'' -overweight -bad teeth -can't cook at all -untidy

Never discuss with idiots, first they drag you at their level, then they beat you with experience.
 

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