Toy boys for mature woman who have everything else

NEW YORK: Wanted: rich older women interested in hot younger guys. Applicants must be over 35, earn at least $500,000 a year or have a minimum of $4 million in liquid assets, entrusted assets or divorce settlement.

That’s the basis of a speed-dating event organised by a New York entrepreneur bringing together 20 “sugar mamas” and 20 “boy toys” vetted by an elite New York matchmaker.

“Symbiosis has allowed ugly rich men to attract young, gorgeous, money-hungry women for centuries; it’s now the women’s turn,” proclaims pocketchangenyc.com, the Web site that Jeremy Abelson is using to promote the event.

Set to take place at Manhattan’s in February, it has attracted more  than just wealthy divorcees. Nancy Richards, 50, is the owner of a marketing firm and a theatre producer. “Is it truly what I am looking for? No. Is it an option? Why not? In New York City anything goes,” Richards said with a laugh.

Speed-dating pairs up prospective couples for face-to-face meetings that last just a few minutes. The partners rotate over the course of the evening, allowing participants to make the acquaintance of many potential partners.

“I find younger guys will usually be into you while older guys will be looking over your shoulder at a younger woman,” said Gail Garrison, 44, a fashion designer and former model. “Men expect an older woman to be more accomplished. They are looking for you because you are intelligent. They are not looking for a mother.”