Personality vs Looks

Yet another post on ye olde personality vs looks debate! This graph shows the relative importance of both as a relationship develops. This assumes a couple have met in a traditional manner e.g. in a pub/club. Any correspondence before meeting (e.g. the Internet) would obviously place more emphasis on personality at the initial meeting.

When a couple meet, the relationship ignites because of a strong mutual chemistry. Both parties are physically attracted to each other and quickly enter the "honeymoon phase". This phase is characterised by extensive rutting due to strong hormonal urges and the excitement of a new partner. However, as familiarity develops between the couple, the passion begins to wane and mental compatibility becomes more important in the longer term.

Of course, if you're into one night stands, personality is never particularly important past the need to click on the night. Also, going out with the most beautiful/handsome person you have ever met is not going to work if you are not on the same wavelength.