Josh, a 26-year-old martial arts instructor also freelances as a cinematographer and likes ‘anything that engages the mind and the body.’ His lady friend should have a ‘green’ attitude and a sweet set of pearly whites. Say cheese!
Melissa, 33, career development
Describe yourself: Witty, sarcastic and fun. I know when to break up a heavy moment by doing something silly like the running man, but I also know when to be serious.
Favorite activities: Outdoor concerts with my bare feet in the grass, a dive bar with a great jukebox, a Yankee game, and traveling anywhere.
What’s sexy? Someone secure with himself, who has nice teeth and nice hands. Someone not afraid to get a manicure!
Ideal date: We jet-set for a sunrise breakfast at the Taj Mahal. Ideal NYC date? Coffee, Central Park and street music.
Worst date: Someone who answers open-ended questions with just a “yes” or “no.”
Guilty pleasure: Downloading music.
Lauren, 26, administrative assistant
Describe yourself: I’m an outgoing, fun, often silly, genuine and unique identical twin!
Your type: I’m looking to date someone who’s smart, funny and health-conscious. I’m attracted to athletic, outdoorsy, tall, masculine guys.
Best asset: My sense of humor.
Shocker: [My twin and I] model part-time for TV.
Guilty pleasure: Looking at gossip magazines, but I swear I only look at them for the fashion!
Rachel, 25, high school teacher
First impressions: I’m outgoing and have a very good sense of humor.
What’s sexy? Intelligence, being athletic and able to both dish and take jokes.
Ideal date: Miniature golf and dinner.
Pet peeve: People who don’t let others get off the subway train before they get on.
Deal-breaker: Bad teeth… crooked and/or yellow. Yuck.
Shocker: I am such a jock!