Somebody preferably a provider define for me what providers are looking for in their ads looking for upscale gentleman.
The way I read some ads whether they be website, CL, cityvibe or whatever, it seems like some providers are using the term "upscale" to look only for clientele like lawyers, doctors, for example.
Neither of which I am personally but I am not white trash either...I have also been with providers who advertise as such that are definitely not upscale in appearance, location or anything else. Not that any of those encounters were negative, and I have repeated with some of them but the term is just being misused IMHO.
Clean, dressed nicely & good manners. It doesn't matter what your actual occupation is, just what you look & act like when you arrive at my door ![]()
Hope that helps!
~Jen
Jen, I wish you were right, but, IMO, then intent in the ad has more to do with how much you are willing to pay.
I've only been doing this a coupla years, so I'm no old pro.... on second thought, I guess I am *Giggle* but-
I never knew what that meant myself. I was thinking more like Jen.
If it means "how much you are willing to pay", some of the girls using that term are only asking 50-80 roses.
I'm confused, but that's nothing new. How can they expect to date an "upscale gentleman" and have him bring 80 roses? she asks blondely...
Hugs,
D.
A more fitting mystery to humanity since the invention of coded terminology is, "Why Roses"? Why not Petunias, Daffodils, Goldenrods, or (more fitting to Minnesotan's, Ladyslippers?) Who knows why Ladyslippers is fitting? (Triva time)
Now there is a question for Deliah to answer blondely? Others may chime in also to help solve this complexing issue? LOL
The Lady’s Slipper is Minnesota’s state flower. Some say it is so named because if you squint your eyes and turn your head just right, it kinda resembles a lady’s slipper. The true story is that it used to be called the Lady’s Lipper. This is because it more closely resembles the sexually engorged lower lips of a woman, it thrives in wet places and it flowers at about 16 years of age. In 1902, when it was to officially become the state flower, then governor Jessekiah Ventura officially changed the name to what it is today. I swear to God that’s the truth! ![]()
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I'm not blond. But, I think nearly every woman LOVES roses!!!!
I thought everyone knew why they use roses and not any of those other flowers, silly man!
Because it's easier to spell! Jeesh! Do I hafta tell ya everything? *Giggle!
Hugs,
D.
Yes Delilah, 'roses' is (or should that be 'are'?), easier to spell quite blondely. But think how unique an advertisement would look if it stated '150 dafidils', '200 petunias', '225 ladyslippers' (Yes Drumsticks, you win the trivia contest), 250 Tulips (Thanks Peaceful Soul), or for the CL crowd, '75 dandelions'.
And Belinda, maybe it's time for everyone here to think outside of the ummmm, well....ummmm, .... 'the square'? Hee-Hee
I'm kind of partial to geraniums myself. But I think I can figure it out no matter what flower they use.
With that said, I would question a provider’s own meaning behind upscale, as well, if her rates were 80/hr. Good question! Xoxo, Giamarie
up⋅scale /adj. ˈʌpˈskeɪl; v. ʌpˈskeɪl; n. ˈʌpˌskeɪl/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [adj. uhp-skeyl; v. uhp-skeyl; n. uhp-skeyl] Show IPA adjective, verb, -scaled, -scal⋅ing, noun Informal.
–adjective 1. located at, moving toward, or of or for the upper end of a social or economic scale: The boutique caters to upscale young career people.
2. luxurious, costly, or elegant.
–verb (used with object) 3. to improve the quality, value, or rating of: a five-year plan to upscale the neighborhood.
–noun 4. (used with a plural verb) elegant, elite, privileged persons collectively (usually prec. by the): shops that only the upscale can afford to patronize.
Online Source: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/upscale
Main Entry: up·scale
Pronunciation: \ˈəp-ˈskāl\
Function: adjective
Date: 1966
: relating to, being, or appealing to affluent consumers ; also : of a superior quality
— upscale adverb or transitive verb
Online Source: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/upscale
I've never noticed any low-cost providers advertising for upscale gentleman (and I'm not saying there aren't any, just that I've never seen those ads). I think Giamarie's definitions are what most providers mean when using that expression.
The way I have observed this is based on whom is posting the ad.
Examples:
For the lady that is asking 50-80 as was mentioned is a couple of post, they are looking for gentlemen upscale to the streets. IE have a job, not selling drugs or beating down street kids for a rock.
For the next step up on CL, BP, VC and other sites where many of the ladies are working together. They want the guys that can afford 100-200 and not ask stupid questions to expose the hobby.
Next step up is Indy ladies....please don't bargain hunt and negotiate. Be respectful and dress to the location in which you are traveling.
Next step are the upper level ladies asking 500 plus per hour. That group I truly believe is looking for the doctors and lawyers.
My view on the question posed and the way I percieve it when seen.
All seem like fair enough answers, and kind of what I guess I was looking for.
I have seen "for upscale gentlemen" used on a variety of ads, some bargain level and high end so it is just interesting to see the consensus opinion. I would never consider going to a providers place unshowered and clean, unshaved yes (that's just my nature to not shave everday and have not rcvd complaints.) unless it is someone I have seen before or they have a shower available for before/after. I'm sure other hobbyists on this board will agree, but personally I am as generous as able, on occasion bargain shopping ,but depends on mood and whats available.
I agree with the other replies. I would not hesitate to contact a provider who caters to "upscale gentelmen." I am not wealthy by any means, but I do make a good living and I have seen providers for upscale and have gotten along great. I think what they are looking for is a clean, descent person, and also does have the ability to pay, so they won't get stiffed (pun intended
) on the donation. Good luck.
respectful, discreet, and follows the rules of engagement....
He understands and respects boundaries between hobbyist and provider.
I know these boundaries work both ways!
Happy Hobbying!
They just want a mature, clean, respectful, and some what intelligent gentleman. It has nothing to do with your job or profession. Of course you must be able to afford there time.