Posts Tagged ‘HOT or NOT’
Monday, October 5th, 2009
To all you men out there, here’s the deal. When it comes to updating your look this season, you’ve got the upper hand. Why might you ask? The answer is simple; you’re not a woman! You don’t have a million trends to follow so looking stylish shouldn’t be a problem. Still concerned? Don’t sweat it, HOT or NOT’s got you covered. Grab a pen and paper and take notes because here are this season’s must-haves.
1.) The Power Suit: Does the old saying “the suit makes a man” ring a bell? It should, being as this statement is completely true. A good suit is undeniably a closet staple for every man and as it’s probably been some time since you’ve last purchased a new one, we encourage you to get out there and do so. Exchange that baggy thing you call a suit for something a little more sleek and sophisticated. For fall 2009, go with a double breasted jacket and sleek pants and presto, you’re in!
2.) Knitted Sweater: Fashion meets function? Hard to believe, right? Well in this case, not quite. Celebrate “sweater weather” with a comfy knit sweater. Enough said!
3.) Leather Jacket: Have you got one of those leather numbers that fits sort of loose and tapers around the waist? Burn it! Times have changed and so should your leather jacket. Reach for something a little more form fitting, you’ll explode with joy- no not literally!
4.) Combat /Motorcycle boots: If you don’t already know, the first thing a woman looks at is your shoes and if she says she doesn’t care, she’s lying. Grab yourself a great pair of motorcycle/combat-esque boots, pair them with some great jeans, and the women will flock. Don’t believe us? Try it out!
5.) Plaid: In case you didn’t get the memo, plaid is in! Plaid shirts are a great casual alternative and most of all they’re comfortable. No excuses, this one should be easy.
6.) Long scarves: They’re all over the runway and they serve a purpose- a great thing called warmth! This one is by far the most pocket friendly way to update your look. (*don’t tie it, wrap it!*)
7.) Cardigan: A cardigan can bring your outfit from work to play instantly. If you’re low on cash stick to a neutral colour/pattern that will work with your whole wardrobe.
8.) Military Jackets: Honour the King of Pop with a military inspired jacket this fall.
So we’ve made this pretty easy for all you fellas out there but we want you to keep in mind a few extra things. Grey is not only a popular colour for this season but it’s also a great neutral that will match everything in your wardrobe and please steer away from baggy items!
Thursday, September 24th, 2009
Purchasing a Star Membership makes it easier to connect with people (hot single ladies, sexy unattached guys) on HOT or NOT, but it doesn’t guarantee that you’ll instantly amass Double-Matches and find your dream date. A Star Membership is like a toolbox: it offers you useful gadgets that will help you accomplish your goal (meeting a hottie), but it can’t do all the work for you. You need to exert a little effort and creative elbow grease in order to make the most of the perks included in your subscription. You’ve already purchased it, so you might as well use it!
Just Say “Yes”: You’ll increase your chances of getting more Double-Matches if you click “Yes” to lots of profiles in the Meet People section. Obviously, not everyone can be your soul mate, but you can still use HOT or NOT to make new friendships and connections. And remember, just because you said “Yes” to someone, it doesn’t necessarily mean that s/he will accept your request; so, clicking “Yes” to lots of people increases your odds, since you may only have success with a couple of them.
HoN Tip: Our new search feature makes it easier for people to meet local singles and find love. Just enter your city or zip code in the location field and select a distance (50 miles, 500 miles, etc.) from the drop-down menu. You can also mix things up and browse profiles from all around the world by entering “Everywhere” instead of a location. This way, you might see a profile from Sydney, one from Johannesburg, and one from San Francisco, all in the same search results.
Send messages to your Half-Matches: So, you’ve clicked “Yes” to a stellar hottie and your profile will now end up in his/her Half-Matches page (where it will anxiously await reciprocity). Why not stand out and send the person a Half-Match message? These are short (250 characters, max) messages that give you an opportunity to let a girl know that she’s caught your attention. But don’t cop out and send the same message to everyone: send personalized messages that let the recipient know who you are and why you are interested in his/her profile. Sure, you’ve got the looks, but people want to get a sense of someone’s personality as well, and this is your chance to let your individuality shine. Make note of her style, or his stunning eyes, or the keywords you both have in common – let that user know that you’ve noticed something unique about him/her and avoid simply pointing out the fact that she’s super-hot, or he’s got tight abs. Be genuine, not generic.
Send a virtual gift: All Star Memberships include a Star Gift Pack, rammed with a variety of e-flowers that you can send to your sweetie. The web version of a tulip might not smell as sweet as the real thing, but it’s still a nice gesture that lets someone know you think s/he’s pretty special.
Stay in touch with your Double-Matches: Once someone has accepted your meet request, you’ll become Double-Matches. Yay! From here, you can start getting to know each other by sending longer messages through our messaging feature. Unlimited messaging is included in all Star Memberships, but, again, be sure to make each message unique and point out some specifics that you liked about his or her profile or pictures. Remember that if you’re a Basic (FREE) member, you can still email your Double-Matches, as long as the other person is a Star Member.
HoN Tip: Don’t include your personal email address in the first message. This is typical spam behavior (you don’t want someone to think you’re a fake!) and people usually like to get to know their Double-Matches on our site before corresponding through their personal email accounts.
Good luck!
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Friday, September 11th, 2009
Has your iPhone been feeling a little lackluster lately? Lonely, even, hanging out in your pocket all by itself? We’ve got just the thing (aka a slew of hotties) to cheer it up – our brand new iPhone app, HOTorNOT War. 
Let’s face it. That card game you know and love may not be the most exciting, but the heat gets cranked up a notch (actually, several notches) when we mash it up with the endless fun of the HOT or NOT rating system. Yeah, you heard us. This is how the melding of two tried and true games works: you and your opponent (who can be your buddy, wingman-in-training, or your iPhone) are dealt five cards, each with a photo straight off of HOT or NOT. Then it’s up to you to use your eyes and fine-tuned judgment skills to pick out which of your cards has the highest rating (you haven’t spent hours scouring and rating babes on HOT or NOT for nothing, have you?) The player whose card has the highest rating scores the point, and you want to score as many points as possible within the 30 second round. Choose to play with either girl cards or guy cards, whichever tickles your fancy, and set the game to 1, 3, 5, or 7 rounds. Take a look:
HOTorNOT War is the best way to check out hotties and put your rating skills to use while you’re on the go or just looking to kill some time (what are iPhone games for, afterall?) and we’ve found it curiously addictive. You should definitely check it out, and let us know what you think of the game in the comments. Enjoy!
Click here to download HOTorNOT War straight from the App Store for free.
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009
Approaching a sexy lady is a tricky thing that often leaves guys unsure of what to do. But as nerve-wracking as it in real life, you’ve got time to be cool and calculated when you’re making a move online. Once you’ve been Double-Matched with that special someone on HOT or NOT and it’s time to strike up a conversation, how do you go about it?
The popular opinion of online dating service users dictates that pouring your soul out in five paragraphs as an introductory message is usually met with one overwhelming response – silence. Despite how personal and sincere this message might be, you’re better off saving your life story for later. Use the same logic in meeting matches online that you’d apply to approaching a cutie who catches your eye at the bar – “If I told you that you had a nice body, would you hold it against me?”
Well, that is if cheesy pick-up lines are your thing (and there’s plenty more where that comes from). But if cheesy pick-up lines have got one thing right it’s that they’re brief – a single line meant to charm your potential catch into striking up an actual conversation.
So, what’s the ideal ice-breaker when you’re messaging someone online for the first time?
- You can’t go wrong with something witty or something that’s sure to get a laugh.
- Ask a relevant question based on your match’s keywords or introduction – you’ve gotta prove that you’re paying attention.
- Write something about yourself that the other person will find intriguing (boys, women can’t resist intrigue).
- Feel free to compliment the other person’s appearance, but don’t be a creep! We hate to break it to you, but telling a girl “you’ve got great boobs” ain’t gonna get you anywhere.
- In fact, don’t mention sex at all.
- Keep it general, so the other person can easily find a related thought or topic to respond with.
- You’re doing this online – so there’s no excuse not to rock your confidence.
If the lady likes cooking, you can write: “I’m no master chef, but I’ve been trying to learn authentic Chinese cuisine. What are some of your favorite recipes? Maybe we can swap. By the way, you have a lovely smile.”
If she’s a sports buff like you, you can write “I’m into hiking, camping, and skiing, but that’s only a portion of what I do in my spare time. Maybe we have more than a love for sports in common…what else are you into?”
If she says she’s an animal lover, you can write: “Do you think you can tame this beast, baby?” …but we wouldn’t expect an answer if we were you.
You get the idea. And even if it wasn’t meant to be, then at least being met with silence on HOT or NOT is nowhere near as harsh as getting rejected to your face, amiright?
What’s the best opening line you’ve ever heard?
Friday, August 28th, 2009
We at the HOTorNOT team wanted to say hi to all you readers and users of our wonderful website. We also wanted to share our enthusiasm about mustache day in the office-
Keep coming back to the blog because our job is to cheer you on from the sidelines as you enjoy what HOTorNOT has to offer, whether you’re here to rate hotties, make a new friend, or search for your soulmate. Our other job is to dish on anything and everything related to dating, both online and offline. We’ll get back to basics, covering topics like first date dos and don’ts, how to kick an online relationship to the next level, how to make yourself stand out amongst the hordes of other eligible bachelors or bachelorettes vying for someone’s attention. And of course, we’ll keep you posted on any new features and changes taking place on HOTorNOT. There’s a little something for everyone!
So, add the HOTorNOT blog into your RSS feed if you’re so inclined by clicking here, and be sure to check back, leave comments and share your opinions, because this is the place for you to be as vocal as you like. And, who knows, maybe that guy who replied to your comment is the HOTorNOT match for you.
Thursday, August 27th, 2009
Let’s get back to basics, HOT or NOTers. Whether you’re looking for a friend, a potential hook-up, casual dating, or a relationship, you’ve come to the right place to meet people – but how do you make a splash in this sea of eligible hotties? There are some basic criteria that make for a HOT or NOT profile that’s sure to send some attention your way.
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. It’s simple: putting up a picture of your cute mug is half the game. It’s certainly enough to pique the interest of a guy or girl looking to meet someone new. So, you caught his or her attention. Now what?
Looks don’t tell you much about your compatibility with another person, but that’s where the rest of the profile comes in. Get as specific as you can with your keywords since they provide a great indicator of whether two of you have any shared interests that could easily spark a conversation. For instance, these -
are a bit more informative than these -
Your HOTList is another great feature that can get your interests out there.
Lastly, the Introduction box gives you free reign to write whatever you’d like about yourself, and you should put it to good use. It’s a great opportunity to give someone a glimpse into what you’re about. This intro -
is a lot more convincing than this one -
Write something funny, charming, and honest to entice someone to message you.
Expanding your Keywords and Introduction makes things easier for someone trying to come up with an idea for a first message that you won’t be able to resist replying to. It’s like the online equivalent of getting swept off your feet. Follow these simple steps, and you’ll be on your way to meeting the best matches HOT or NOT’s got for you.
If you have any other helpful tips to share, then don’t be greedy and let us in on ‘em in the comments!
Thursday, January 15th, 2009
Alright, guys. Check it out. From now on, I will be writing a weekly newsletter; interviewing men and women, and giving you guys the down and dirty details on how to meet women on HOT or NOT.
Some of my double matches on HOT or NOT
A little about me: I am a veteran here, on HOT or NOT. I first started using the site in December 2005. Since then, I’ve met some long term girlfriends, and created tons of everlasting memories. I loved the site so much, I got a job here!
So here I am, at your disposal to help you make the most of HOT or NOT… Lets start off with the basics: First, you’re here to meet women. Whether you are looking for a one night stand, or your soul mate, the reason you took the time to sign up for HOT or NOT, is strictly to meet women. If you claim otherwise, you are lying to yourself!
So here is your homework for this week: try these 5 tips to making the most of your HOT or NOT experience. Use them, and you should have a date by the end of the month. I strongly urge you to write in with your success stories, questions & comments.
1. Create a list of 3 things you want to convey to the women you message. Remember that you want to convey a high amount of value, so put your best foot forward!
2. Yes, creating an opening copy/paste message is great, because it allows you to convey yourself and save time. Still, any educated human being can sniff out a mass-message. Include some of her keywords in your message. Ask her why she has Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as a keyword. Tell her she’s cool for having the UFC on her Hotlist!
3. Make her laugh. (with you, not at you…)
4. Don’t be needy! Look, if you come across as a guy who has cobwebs in his condom drawer, and his mom and family doctor on speed dial, you’re up for review to be deleted, very soon.
5. Keep your initial message SHORT! Look, you don’t know her, she could be a complete lunatic! Quit acting like she’s the prize. When she finally starts to catch your attention with her words, instead of her pic, then start writing more. Plus, this weeds out the ‘crazies’.
Okay, I’m out, dudes. Good Luck, see you next week!
-Nate, HOT or NOT
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