The Honesty Box - Q&A with Vikki

Vikki

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PR consultant from Dorset

How would you describe home life?
I’m living back at home with my parents at the moment, which is quite temporary just while I recalibrate where I’m at, what I’m doing and where my priorities lie. I moved back after living in Manchester and now I’m ready to move anywhere really. So, I don’t need someone to slot into my current living situation, I’m open to going elsewhere and li and slotting into their life. I’m willing to move and I can with my job. I can’t live with my parents forever.

How would your friends describe you?
My friends would describe me as a go-getter. Once you get to know me, you will see that side to me a bit more. I struggle to not be in control. I’m trying to take a step back from being in control! I would describe myself pretty similarly. I’m pretty headstrong.

What’s your relationship history been like?
I’ve had two serious relationships. My last relationship was for over seven years. We had a mortgage, we had a dog. Then we started talking about kids - that’s where it went wrong.

Have you ever cheated?
I’ve never cheated. I think if you do, that’s a big telltale sign the relationship is over and that you're ready to look elsewhere. That's fine – Look elsewhere. But maybe have the conversation first before going elsewhere! When I’m in a relationship, I give it my all. I have a lot of love to give. That’s something I want to receive back, I’m not interested in anything less.

What would you say is your worst trait?
I can be too headstrong and think that I’m always right.

What makes you want to look for love now?
I’m ready. I love, love. I have taken the lead in relationships all my life. I think now my position on this is shifting. I’m ready for someone else to take that lead for me and show me how ready they are too.

What’s your usual type?
Looks wise, I don’t have a type. If you look at my past relationships, they don’t look the same. I’m more focused on their personality – they have to make me laugh and have their head screwed on.

What are you looking for personality-wise from a match?
I 100% want a man, not a boy. I am not after a project. I'm a little bit older, and it's very likely that the person I meet has been in past relationships and hopefully has emotional intelligence. I'm hoping that the ‘project phase’ and the work, has been done for me. He should know who he is and should be emotionally intelligent. Someone who communicates in a way that means we can have a serious relationship and not play around with all the games that comes with dating.

Is their career important?
I definitely want to be with somebody that has aspirations. Someone career driven. That doesn't have to mean they own their own business, however that's a good sign that they are quite entrepreneurial and take their future seriously. I'm quite ambitious so it would be great find somebody to match that level and understand why it's so important.

What are your red flags in a guy?
It comes down to the communication. Guys can really talk the talk - telling me all of the good stuff. I'm very aware of the book called The Game and the techniques from that. I try to weed those types of men out sooner rather than later by putting their words to the test.

How do you spot a liar?
I don’t know how to spot a liar – I just go by my intuition. There're usually some telltale signs, especially when you get to know people.

Would you say you’re an honest person?
I think I'm an honest person. I'm quite an upfront person. What you see is what you get. It’s important for me to be honest, and for the other person to be too.

What’s your tell when lying?
I don’t think I can keep a serious face if I’m lying. I’ll end up giving it away. Or I’ll end up feeling guilty about lying and I’ll tell the truth eventually.

Do you have a strategy to succeed in The Honesty Box?
I’m going to play the game by being completely honest, being myself and not lying, because the truth usually comes out anyway.

What makes you suspicious?
I am suspicious of somebody paying me too many compliments. Someone just massaging my ego for the sake of it. I’m very suspicious of somebody who has well- rehearsed chat.

How are you prepared for being tested by The Honesty Box?
I haven’t prepared for the tests. I don’t need to – I’m just going to go in there as myself. Be honest and truthful and see what happens.

Who would play you in the film of your life?
If there was a movie star that could play me, I'd love it to be Audrey Hepburn. I think she’s classy, feminine but has a lot of personality.

Where would you take a date in your hometown?
I’d take them on a countryside walk with my dog and a drink down at the local pub

What’s the best experience you’ve blagged your way into?
I work in PR so I used to blag my way into lots of different awards and events.

Probably the most random one was accidentally ending up at the Porn Awards. That was wild! We went to this event straight from work, and we had no idea what the event was for – we just knew there was a free bar. Well, we were clearly wearing far too many clothes as all the photographers on the red carpet put their cameras down when me and my friend walked past and back up when some of the topless models followed behind. I did not know where to look when we were inside. We had a quick drink and left!

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The Honesty Box starts Monday 28 April at 9pm on E4.

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