Learn English – single word to describe someone who relies on their appearance for advantage

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Is there a single word to describe someone who relies on their appearance for advantage?

For example: Newscasters often tend to be ____________ because of the visual nature of their industry.

Jill's parents thought she was an adorable little girl, but worried that she might become a ____________.

NOTE: I am not looking for a word to describe someone obsessed with their appearance, (narcissist), but for someone who relies on their appearance.

Best Answer

The word is "fop", as in "a man who is excessively vain and concerned about his dress, appearance, and manners."

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/fop?s=t