Is online dating perfect for women with no confidence?

Many women struggle with a lack of confidence in certain situations, particularly when they are on a night out with other female friends.

New research by New Look found there are a number of scenarios that terrify ladies and lead to them feeling a whole lot more self-conscious.

As well as experiencing a confidence crisis on nights out with pals, women tend to feel at their lowest while on the beach, at a swimming pool, on a date and during intimate moments with a partner.

Low self-esteem is common among female members of the population and many have issues with the way they look and the image they present to others.

A spokesman for New Look said: "It's also shocking to see that women feel so unconfident in front of their own partners. Your partner should love you, regardless of your flaws so you should be able to feel confident in front of them, even if you don't at any other time."

When it comes to knowing who they would like to be similar to, women were quick to point to Holly Willoughby as the celebrity with the perfect figure, while Kelly Brook and Kate Middleton also scored highly.

As it is understandable that many ladies will feel a lack of confidence in many face-to-face situations, those seeking a new love interest may be wise to turn to online dating sites as the ideal solution.

This will allow them to get to know someone in detail before they are faced with the pressure of meeting up in real life. It is also easier to hide some imperfections on the internet until people feel confident enough to reveal them.

Individuals suffering from a lack of confidence may also find it difficult to put together a great conversation the first time they meet someone, but having these chats online allows for some breathing space when it comes to preparing a response.