The Dynamics of Homogamy and Heterogamy in Relationships

Exploring the interplay of homogamy and heterogamy in relationships, this chapter discusses how various factors like socioeconomic status, gender, ethnicity, and age influence relationship dynamics. It contrasts the concepts of hypergamy and hypogamy, examining the tendencies of individuals towards marrying up or down in social status. Through examples from popular culture, it illustrates differences in how men and women approach relationships in relation to social status and attractiveness.