Does the new term have men’s self-esteem running for cover?
I live in a model casting call. Apparently, all the five foot-eleven inch, size two women in the world set up shop within a three-block radius of my apartment. It’s ridiculous and threatening. I try…passionately, but I can’t compete with the Heidi Klums of New York City. They appear flawless with their Chopard diamonds, Weitzman shoes, and Chanel bags. These women know how to accessorize; yet, when it comes to the most important accessory of all – a boyfriend – they select men that don’t necessarily compliment their shoes, if you know what I mean.
Have you ever walked down the street and seen a smokin’ hot girl with a mediocre man and though “mismatch?” I have, and whether you want to admit it or not, you have too. It’s natural; go with it. When you see such a couple, you’re likely to think the man must be bringing something non-physical to the table like money, charm, or a Will Ferrelesqe sense of humor. You think, “How else could he have landed this woman?” Well, you’re not the only one noticing these couples, and the streets of NYC have spoken.
To those men who find themselves having romantic dinners with women towering over them on the attraction scale, I have one thing to say – you’re overchicked. That’s right, you’ve been labeled. This new term describes a man paired with a more attractive woman and directly brings attention to the attractiveness discrepancy. Although women are bound to find the term complementary, men are likely to be torn - uncomfortable about their inferiority and proud of their conquest.
The emergence of the term, “overchicked,” has me wondering why there isn’t a comparable term for women dating hotter men. It’s not that I’d ever want to be “overdicked,” but what the hell, don’t women get a word? Then it hit me, women would only need a word if attractive men dated less attractive women. Be honest, how many men do you know that date down? I can think of…um…none.
Although I’m a big supporter of the new term – I’ve been using it for a few days now to describe my friend’s relationship with her new man – I’m slightly disappointed that there’s no need for a female oriented word. I guess I’ll have to wait until men are no longer driven by physical appearances. Don’t worry – I’m not holding my breath.
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