Top Ten: Worst Things to Include in Your Online Dating Profile Picture
After years of online dating and using a variety of mobile apps for dating, I've seen it all. And some of the funniest and most disturbing things show up in peoples' profile pictures. Here are the top ten worst things to include in your online dating profile picture (warning: after reading this, you'll probably want to find the people who do this and slap them or ask them, "Why, man, WHY?"). Guys, I'm talking to you.
Nudity - Keep it in your pants; no one wants to see that while they are flipping through potential dates. Even IF you're trying to reach girls who are just looking to hook up, this is not the way to get them. And quite frankly, it's not that impressive. Sorry, boys.
Weaponry - Your machine guns, pistols, knives and samurai swords are creepy. Please keep them away from me and your online dating pictures. You're scaring girls away!
Drugs - That smoke you're blowing in front of your face really allows us to see what you look like, thanks! And you seem like such a go-getter with goals and aspirations. Oh wait, you're a pothead?? Who knew?!? [Sarcasm]
Girls - Unless you're clearly with your mom or grandma, don't put a girl in your main picture. We are automatically going to think it's a current or ex girlfriend, and it's just going to put us off, even if it is actually your "sister" or "cousin" (doubtful).
A Mullet - If you have a mullet, you must be trying to stay single. There's a reason why mullet hairstyles haven't been worn in decades and why some countries have banned this hairstyle all together.
Man-Thong - When your underwear are smaller than ours, there's a problem. I would suggest trying boxers or briefs.
Cash - If you're looking for a gold-digger, then please, continue to throw cash around in your pictures! But if you're not, keep the cash in your wallet and save it for a first date instead. Plus, showing a picture of a ton of cash just makes us think you're doing something illegal for it (selling drugs in a corner alley, maybe?).
Bathroom/Toilet - Bathrooms are gross enough as it is. Do you really need to take a selfie while on the toilet or in the shower? I think not.
Blood - Do I really need to explain this one? It's gross. Don't do it.
Model Shot - Unless you're an actual model, don't use a model-type photo. It just makes you look like a wanna-be when we scroll to your other pictures and discover that you, in fact, don't look like a model.
Sadly enough, I've seen all of these used. And I immediately go to the next guy while considering reporting the person for spam or inappropriate content (or really, stupidity - is that an option?). Ladies, are there any things I missed. Let me know in the comments or tweet us at @Single_in_ATL!