Older men are often successful in life, but they sometimes lack a presentable female partner. Young women are generally beautiful and seeking security. These are the type of people who engage in May December romances. He is looking for a stunning partner to accompany him to social gatherings and warm his home. She is looking for a powerful man to offer her security and the finer things in life. These matches are sometimes famous and often scandalous to friends and family of both participants.

Many people scoff at these types of relationships because they believe there cannot be love or compatibility between the partners. Some last only a short time and prove that point. There have been some of these relationships that have lasted for many years. That is because, underneath the surface, there is love and compatibility between the pair. They deeply care for and respect each other no matter their ages.