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Mar 11

How to get the best possible profile photo.

By Kerry2 Comments

Striking a pose in front of the camera is fun for many people, but only serious and flattering pictures of yourself should be posted in your online dating profile photo.  Online dating is a fun and worthwhile experience but many singles online don’t even bother to contact other singles unless they first see pictures of them.  Profile photos are so important, that many members will refine their search to only see profiles that have pictures listed.  Since online dating site profile photos increase your chances of getting a date, you need to choose your pictures wisely.

Digital cameras are best to use when taking your profile photo, because they allow you more control over editing your images than non-digital.  Any photos you post of yourself should only contain images of you.  You may feel tempted to post pictures of you with your pet, or you with your niece or nephew, but that’s not a good idea.  The person who stumbles across your profile should not have to question who the other person is in your photo. Your online dating photo also needs to be a recent photo of yourself and it should be a head-shot, not a body shot.  Anyone who posts a dated photo of themselves when they were 50 pounds lighter and wrinkle free will risk being resented when on the first date, the person who contacts you can clearly see that you misrepresented yourself.  A second date might not follow if that is the case.

Pictures where the subject is smiling will get a stronger response than photos where the subject looks overly serious.  If you don’t have flattering teeth, smile with your lips closed together.  Also, even though you are smiling for your photo, make sure that your eyes are fully open and not squinted shut.  Eyes are the first facial feature that most people notice and the gateway to your soul.  Avoid posting pictures showing your profile because if you aren’t facing the camera, others viewing your profile might suspect you are hiding things.  Women should ALWAYS wear makeup in their profile photos, even if it’s just light makeup.  Men need to make sure their beards are neatly trimmed and both genders should be certain their hair is tidy before taking their photos.

Search your wardrobe for something casual yet appealing to wear.  Women should avoid wearing tops with plunging necklines if they expect to be taken seriously.  Play it safe and reveal no cleavage at all for your online dating profile photo.  If you are posting your head-shot, choose clothes with bright colours like red, yellow, and baby blue to help your facial features stand out.  Use your computer’s photo editing system to lighten up your photo and remove red-eye.  A picture is worth a thousand words, and your photo should make you stand out from the rest.  When presented in the right way, the most complimentary word your profile photo should provoke from other profile viewers is “wow”.

Mar 07

5 reasons to try online dating.

By KerryNo Comments

Remember the days when it was weird just to chat online? Well now there’s a whole new scene called online dating that takes chatting to a new level. And it works.

Long gone are the days where the creepy guy in the bathrobe sits behind his computer and pretends to be a young stud with millions. Now you can actually see their face and talk to them online before having to meet them to find that out.

But what other reasons are there to try online dating?

1. You can take your time to find the one you like. No more pressure to find a date before the bar closes or party ends. You can sift through tons of profiles to find someone who meets your requirements in looks and in interests. Than if you feel like it you can send them a message or talk to them online. You can even have a video chat on some sites.

2. There’s never any pressure to get the number or to see them again. If you end up talking to them and find that they are really not your type then you just look for someone else who is. You haven’t invested face to face time with them which takes a lot of those feelings of guilt out of the equation.

3. You can look morning, noon, and night. You can even look from work if you want. No more limiting yourself to the evening to try and find that person of your dreams. Messages can be sent any time of the day without looking like a stalker.

4. It cost less money than going out to find someone. Most online dating sites charge you for 1 month, 3 months, or 6 months. The more months you get the cheaper it becomes per month. Even if it costs £15 to £25 a month that still works out to less than a pound a day for twenty four hour online access. Compare that to four hours at the bar and £50 worth of drinks later.

5. Your chances of finding someone go up drastically. Online dating has millions of people on it. There will always be someone in your area or close to you looking for someone like you! In a crowd of people you may pass the perfect partner without even knowing it but online you get to sift through profiles at your leisure and have more of a chance of finding that person without passing them by.

So if you’re single and looking for love why not give Matchmeup.co.uk a go. Even if you don’t believe me it’s still worth a try. But trust me you’ll love it

Mar 04

Reasons to avoid free dating sites.

By Kerry11 Comments

100 percent free online dating sites have both pros and cons. Everyone has heard of these dating sites by now, and how they can benefit those who seek a friend, a companion, a short term sexual encounter or a long term romance and marriage. Some 100 percent free online dating sites don’t do enough, however, to screen out the predators, and often welcome or turn their back on their knowledge that there are married people and other undesirables posing as singles looking for dates. Some 100 percent free online dating sites are specifically designed with cheating spouses in mind.

Online dating, whether 100 percent free dating sites or not, can offer the shy, the busy, the newly unattached, and those who can’t easily travel to public gathering places the opportunity to meet potential partners in a less threatening and more focused environment. Those are the pros. The cons are that online dating, especially the 100 percent free dating sites, give predators and undesirables the opportunity to disguise their identities and their less than honest intentions behind the anonymous wall of the Internet.

100 percent free online dating sites are much more prevalent than they were five or ten years ago, and as happens with any service or product, once the competition sets in the price goes down and the offer enhances. Many online dating sites, even the 100 percent free ones, now provide not only profiles and photos of others looking for that special someone, but also guide you through defining your personality, your perfect mate, and then bring the two of you together in a regimented format of anonymity, email with identification, phone conversation and then finally face to face meeting, if and when the time seems right.

Geography is no longer an obstacle to romance with online dating sites. Many online daters search for their mates this way because they travel so often and are so seldom in one place. They search for others who are in like situations or able to tolerate such frequently long distance partnerships.

Paying is not necessarily bad – depending on the cost, of course. In some ways the fact that an online dating site is 100 percent free can actually be a con rather than a pro. While free can increase the volume, it also increases the likelihood of dishonest predators and married people hiding their marital status. It also increases the likelihood that business people will join only for the opportunity to sell you their book on dating, or their sexy lingerie and so forth.

Like anything else, if it’s free it will attract more unsavoury folks than similar products for which there is a charge.

Feb 19

How NOT to sell yourself.

By adminNo Comments

Play the video by clicking on the photo and see some real life interviews from a dating agency in the States. I just hope they don’t sign up to Matchmeup.

Feb 15

How to use online dating effectively.

By Kerry4 Comments

Many people are turning to online dating sites these days to try and find love. They continue to gain in popularity and more and more people are joining these sites everyday. Thousands of folks have found true love by utilizing these dating sites.

Every person who signs up with a dating site or service has unique needs and expectations about what they are looking for in a relationship. Some people are searching for true love while others may just be looking for a short term dating experience. Still others may just want some companionship after dealing with a recent loss or break up. Each person has a unique background and history that needs to be taken into account.

This is why when joining you need to not only be looking for someone who is compatible but also wants the same things you do in a relationship. By doing this you will save yourself much time as well as aggravation if you are looking for different things.

When you sign up and create your profile, clearly define what you are looking for and what you expect from your partner. This does not matter if you are male or female as it is just as important either way. Other people will also appreciate your honesty and being upfront with what you are looking for. This can lead to many more potential partners contacting you.

Also, make sure that you only contact people who really interest you as you do not want to waste your time or somebody Else’s. Online dating sites can be a very pleasant experience if you go into it knowing exactly what you want and what you want to get out of it. Online dating is thriving and will continue to gain in popularity so now is a good time to get involved.

Feb 09

First Date Advice.

By KerryNo Comments

Online dating may be popular way to find someone special, but you still need to apply some safety precautions when you arrange to meet for your first date.

Precautions
Always agree to meet somewhere public, and at a time of day when there are a good number of people around. Always tell a close friend or family member when and where you are meeting. Take a cell phone, and make sure you know the route home. Don’t get stranded. Don’t miss the last train.

Location
So you’ve clicked with someone online, and have now decided to meet. But where? The choice will always be a personal one, but you should at least ensure you meet somewhere public and as mentioned above, always meet somewhere busy. Of course, you’ll want to actually hear each other, so avoid noisy nightclubs that don’t have a quiet area! A good restaurant is a great choice! But be sure not to try something too unusual – unless of course you know you’re both into the unusual!

What to wear
First impressions always count. Choose something both smart and comfortable.

What to say
Avoid talking entirely about yourself and do show an interest in your potential partner; for example, compliment their outfit, hair, jewelry. Compliments like these are a gentle way of saying you’re attracted to that person. Avoid controversial subjects to start, at least until you get to know each other. It’s true to say most of us like to talk about ourselves, but remember to be a good listener!
Open the conversation with something light: Almost everybody likes movies, music and good food!

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