And your partner's teeth to their gums.

Okay bad joke. XD

Yeah, that's why I changed it. LOL

We just have to get along and she has to be a nice person, that's pretty much all my requirements. Well... I mean I wouldn't start a relationship with a drug addict, an alcoholic or a criminal but other then that it's all good.

They have to be a kind honest person, looks aren't overly important just as long as I don't think they are ugly, when you get closer to someone you learn to love them and how beautiful you think they are changes accordingly.

If they're an awesome person to be around seem to be "level" in many areas of life (no excessive drug use or drinking, no criminal history, has a nice steady job etc). 

I love rock climbing (bouldering) mountain biking and trekking so It's pretty much essential for the girl to be fit and active to keep up with me, she doesn't really have to like climbing or mountain biking but it would be a bonus. Also I'm not really into going out clubbing I prefer going to bars or pubs and having a more relaxed drink that can end with a bit of dancing so if the girl was into clubbing I wouldn't go there as I do genuinely hate the idea of going to clubs. Other than that I don't really have a type in the way they look beside being of slim build, so dark hair, blonde hair, red hair, white skin, Asian, African, Indian it doesn't really matter to me so long as they're fit and healthy.

Well, I've been with my partner for almost seven years (it's our anniversary this weekend, actually). Short-term, naturally, there was physical attraction and common interests but there was also that deeper sense of connection that's hard to put into words. A part of it was probably because we've both grown up in really dysfunctional families.

Long-term, the things that have kept us together have been real intimacy (a willingness to share feelings and be vulnerable and open up about the really deep underlying stuff), good communication (which takes a lot of work) and a willingness to try and work through conflict rather than just judging the other person or shutting them out.

I'd like a girl that likes to talk a lot, not necesarilly a chatterbox, but simply someone that can be comprehensive and at the same time give advice when needed. I'd prefer if she didn't smoke or drink since those things can create problems (accidents, arguments, diseases and so on...).
The appearance isn't that important, I have pretty wide tastes, but if possible I'd prefer someone that is fit (same reasons as above) and if I really have to be picky without curly hair.

For me they have to share the same beliefs and morals to start, which is really hard because I know some gorgeous girls who don't. I want them to be smart and have a great personality. They need to be easy to talk to and have good conversations with. I never could talk deeply with my ex so we never got close. Of course, I will be attracted her if she is beautiful, so that is a factor. I am in France this semester so I wouldn't mind if she was French ;) (who else loves French accents?)

Being able to hold a conversation but at the same time being comfortable with silence together while you do your own thing, like reading or walking. Some people I've met needed to be around me at all times - and would be uncomfortable at all times unless something was going on - which I absolutely HATED. CLINGY IS BAD

Two other big ones are ability to compromise and communicate. Imagine the following scenario from my point of view (as I'm walking out the door), of my gf who really wants me to stay home but won't directly say it. (Words/names subject to change):
Her: "Hey DongFloppicus Reim, where are you going?"
Me: "Going out to shoot pool and watch football with Steve and Steve"
Her: "Oh. I was wanting to cuddle and watch Grey's Anatomy all day but I suppose I can find something else to do."
Me: "Oh, I'm sorry, I had no idea you wanted to do that." (slight lie, but doing this every second night sucks) (Man tip: not knowing this is treated as a grand felony)
Her: "Go. It's fine." (Man tip: definitely not fine)
Me: "I can call Steve and Steve and tell them we'll meet up another ti...."
Her: "It's fine. Go. Enjoy yourself."
Me: "FFFFFFFUUUUUUUUUUUU"

This is a giant no-no for me. Another no-no is being more obsessed with one's Instagram than one's relationship. Beeyatch, this ain't meant to be broadcast for everyone. Would you rather focus your attention on making 1000 internet strangers happy, or contributing to our relationship?

You can't pick out all of these personal traits right away, although you can avoid some. If they are on their phone during the majority of your first date, chances are either they're not interested in you or they are addicted to dat phone, so I wouldn't try for a second date anyway. I haven't been able to pick out clingy traits on the first date though; those tend to surface much later.

In terms of dates, nobody should turn down a date unless they are relationshipally occupied IMO. How do you know what the other person has to offer if you don't give them a chance? After that, you'll need many more dates to figure out if you want a relationship.

So yeah, I guess my criteria for asking for a first date isn't that stingy. I accept almost all dates, and if I like the person I'll pursue further dates, after a certain point I'll probably be in a relationship anyway. So to sum up what I look for in a "partner" (after a few dates), here's a small list:
a) I enjoy myself around them (common interests, sense of humor, smile, curiosity)
b) Their ability to engage in and maintain a conversation, or hold a comfortable silence together with me.
c) Their relative independence and acceptance of my own independence.
d) How well they treat others, like the waitress who is serving us.
e) Health and attractiveness. How well do they take care of themselves?

i dont care aslong its not a ...(ehm excue for my words).... a hoe. Seriously i just want someone fairly educated and whos not sexual driven too much