Dating Apps Fail When Size Matters | Sheffield News

A 22-year-old plus-size woman, Libby Rose Martin, shares her harrowing Hinge dating experience where men matched with her solely to hurl cruel, body-shaming comments—some even asking for “bulking tips” and mocking her self-worth. When she stood her ground and posted the exchange on TikTok, Hinge failed to act, treating it as mere banter. Libby, who’s battled body image struggles and binge-eating, insists her appearance is for herself—not the male gaze—and highlights how plus-size folks face fetishization and invisibility in dating. She’s proud she didn’t break under the abuse and calls for dating apps to enforce real consequences for harassment, demanding respect for everyone, regardless of size. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3880f655b11c5851