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11 May 2017

4240 GB adults surveyed

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A young woman from Manchester has made the news by claiming that her good looks have meant that she can't find a boyfriend because men are only interested in her looks rather than her character. She has said that having a successful relationship is much easier for "plain‑looking girls". Would you prefer to be in a relationship with someone good-looking or plain-looking?

Conducted 11 May 2017

YouGov surveyed 4240 GB adults

33%
18%
49%
A young woman from Manchester has made the news by claiming that her good looks have meant that she can't find a boyfriend because men are only interested in her looks rather than her character. She has said that having a successful relationship is much easier for "plain‑looking girls". Would you prefer to be in a relationship with someone good-looking or plain-looking?

Conducted 11 May 2017

YouGov surveyed 4240 GB adults

By:
33%
18%
49%

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