Online Dating Photos: Women

For the Girls: Online Dating Photos Reveal the Real You

Online dating photos are important to men; they're visual creatures.

So oblige by showing them a recent dating personals photo - one that gives them a real idea of what you look like. They want to see your eyes and your smile. And they want to check out your body.

So if you’ve got a nice figure, by all means show off a bit, if you're comfortable with the idea. Include a full body shot, along with your head and shoulders main profile picture. You don’t need to bare flesh, just flaunt yourself in a discreet, lady-like way :)

Most men, if asked, will say that they prefer the “natural” look. In other words, a photo in which you’re not too obviously plastered in makeup.

Of course, many of them never realize how much makeup it takes to achieve a "natural look"! Just be aware that the blue eyeshadow, glitter, and blood-red lipstick may not be doing you as many favours as you’d like to think.

The same goes for hair that looks like it would remain immobile in a hurricane. It's hard to imagine running your fingers through a lacquered "hair helmet" in a moment of passion.

Over 40s Dating: Personals Photo 101

For best results, take your dating profile photo in bright daylight when you’re:

• Looking look right at the camera
• Smiling (nicely)
• With your eyes open
• Looking relaxed
• And have all your clothes on

If you look like you're fun, happy, and low maintenance, you'll go a long way towards attracting someone with a similar profile.

See, now take away the slightly demented look in her eyes and this would be a perfectly good dating personals photo. It certainly grabbed your attention, didn't it?

Don't be afraid to let your personality shine through. In a non-demented way, if possible.

Your Dating Profile Tips and Stories

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What turns you off, and on?