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What is the girlfriend effect, and is it real?

The truth behind a viral TikTok trend

What is the girlfriend effect, and is it real?
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Katherine Holmes
28/04/2025 16:45 ‧ 1 month ago | StarsInsider

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Of all the TikTok trends from 2024, the "girlfriend effect' is one of the most ubiquitous. For those who have not come across it themselves, the theory of the girlfriend effect says that men tend to become more attractive after getting into a relationship with a woman.

While some people argue that the girlfriend effect is nothing but a fleeting social media trend, others believe that it has real merit and should not be so quickly dismissed. Curious? Check out this gallery to find out more.

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