Whether you use it for dating, hookups, or to pass the time while waiting for the T, you’ve most likely come across some very interesting characters on Tinder. Here are a few of the typical guys a girl can expect to run into while she’s swiping:
The Casanova
Expect cheesy pick up lines like “Who’s the model you used for your pictures” or “I’ve fallen for you and I can’t get up.” They shower you with compliments and insist they’re there to meet “the one.” Having a conversation with this guy can be flattering and a great confidence booster, but keep in mind you may not be the only girl he’s professing his love for.
The Workout Enthusiast
This guy is a fit nut and wants you to know it. All of his pictures take place outdoors or at the gym where he’s hiking, scaling a cliff, or completing a Spartan/mud run race. He’d make a good workout partner and eye candy, but you’ll feel guilty about ordering extra meat on your Chipotle date and who wants that?
The Artistic Soul
Most likely a music or art student, his bio consists of his artistic influences and inspirations and some quote from a 16th-century poet. He has Insta-worthy pictures of sunsets, vinyl records, and him strumming an acoustic guitar. The coffeehouse hipster types aren’t for everyone, but message back and you could get an invite to an obscure music festival or have a song written about you.
The Macho Man
He really wants you to know he’s a man. Photos will include him holding a giant fish on a boat, standing in front of the American flag, enjoying sports games, and possibly holding a gun. Only one man can pull that off, and since Ron Swanson won’t be joining Tinder anytime soon, these guys might want to rethink their approach.
The Party Animal
His profile will consist of one or more of the following pictures: getting drunk with his bros, posing with multiple girls, and going up at the club. He’ll be sure to tell you all about his hard partying lifestyle and how crazy his weekends are. You probably won’t have the most intellectual conversations or go on dates to see the new exhibits at the MFA, but you might get invited to some pretty cool parties.
The Animal Lover
These guys know how to work the Tinder game. It’s a scientific fact that owning a dog makes men 75% more attractive. Plan a date at Boston Common and ask if he wants to bring his pet. That way, even if the date bombs, you get to meet a new dog!
The “Only Here for One Thing” Guy
It’s very easy to spot this one. He pushes the boundaries of Tinder’s no-nudity policy by only covering up the bare essentials and being sure to show off the rest. All of his pictures are taken either in bed or in front of a full-length mirror, and his bio will sound something like “You know what to do.” If you’re into that, feel free to message him, but know it will be a one and done deal.
The Mystery Man
This guy could be the one, except for one problem; you have no idea what he looks like. Between group shots with five or more other guys, bad quality photos, and faraway pictures of him standing over a cliff, it’s impossible to get a good look at this guy’s face. It’s up to you whether you want to take a chance and swipe right.
The Is This Guy Real? Guy
He’s the reason why the swipe left feature was added. There are no limits to the crazy things guys will put in their profiles, so be prepared to see creepy chicken costumes, awkward bathroom selfies, and other cringeworthy profiles that make you wonder if they intend to get any matches.
Keep these guys in mind as you swipe left or right. You might be looking for Prince Charming, but you’re much more likely to run into one of the above.