> it's not enough to have a high income if you don't use it to signal wealth or to provide luxury experiences to women
Put another way, women aren’t attracted by men who earn a lot, but by men who spend a lot
Put another way, women aren’t attracted by men who earn a lot, but by men who spend a lot
There's definitely a sense among many women that men should be demonstrably spendy - even flamboyant. Presumably because it confers competitive status.
I used to have a friend who used to do factory work. She said that whenever any of the women had a new boyfriend one of the first questions was always "What kind of car does he drive?"
Likewise many dating profiles say "I want a man who will spoil me."
Of course it's not all women, but it's certainly a significant number.
"Looking for a man who is $trait, $trait, and generous."