We’ve all heard the saying “blondes have more fun,” but how true is it really? Sure, blonde hair may be bright and sunny, and redheads always add some fire to the mix, but if you’re a brunette yourself or you’ve ever dated one, this is kind of a no brainer. Brunettes aren’t always trying to prove they’re having fun because quite honestly, they don’t need to.
Just look at Kim Kardashian, who went blonde for about 10 seconds and then came running back to her brown roots faster than you can say …
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But perhaps the easiest reminder that brown-haired ladies are total GF-material is The Vampire Diaries’ Elena Gilbert. She’s smart, fierce, compassionate, and you don’t even need Damon to tell you she’s a total catch. Need even more proof of why brunettes are the all-time best girlfriends? Science is on our side for this one.
1. They’re smarties — and everyone knows it.
Those glasses aren’t just for show. A Garnier study found that 75% of men considered brunette women to be more intelligent.
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2. They make more money.
Of course money isn’t everything, but how hot is it that brunettes can support themselves? A survey of 6,000 people found that brunettes earn higher salaries than blondes or redheads. Independent women, much?
3. They make better wives.
Even if you’re not thinking about marriage yet, it’s good to know your partner would make it in the long haul. A study discovered that 61% of men think brown-haired ladies are wifey material due to their loyalty and integrity, whereas only 14% would say the same about blondes.
4. … and friends
The same study found that brunette women make better pals, too. And come on, who doesn’t want a partner who’s also your BFF?
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5. James Bond prefers brunettes.
But no, really. It’s a fact. And why would you mess with science AND Bond?
5. They’re better lovers.
Thought guys only wanted blonde babes? Think again, says science. A survey found that 58 percent of men think brunettes are better in bed. Bow chicka bow wow.
6. They’re more interesting.
Everyone wants a partner they can have a good convo with, and brunettes have a ton to offer. A survey found that 63% of men would rather engage in an in-depth conversation with a brown-haired girl over a blonde. Sorry, blondies.
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7. They’re self-sufficient.
No one — I repeat no one – wants a needy significant other. One way to assure you’re getting someone who’s independent? Go for the brown-haired girl. A UK study found that 67% of men think brunettes are self-sufficient.
8. They’re more practical.
Blondes may come off as more carefree and fun-loving, but let’s get serious — it comes at a cost. One study found that by contrast, brunettes are seen as more down-to-earth and practical than blondies. Hey, just sayin’.
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9. They make their partners feel more successful.
Take note, guys, competence is contagious. A survey found that one in five males feel more successful when the woman on their arm was a brown-haired gal. Cha-ching.
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10. They’re in some really good company.
Lucy Hale, Selena Gomez, Mila Kunis, Katy Perry, Nina Dobrev, shall we go on?
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