INTERVIEW WITH A ESCORT
BY DARYL
When you go to work are you one of those people that hates your job and watches the clock? Do you work long hours doing the same old work and dealing with the same old customers for minimal pay? And do you dream of having a glamorous job and travelling the world? If the answer to all of these questions is ‘yes’, then maybe you should consider becoming an escort. That’s right, slap the careers advisor, tell the boss to stick his job and get the two things most people want in their lives: sex and money. But is it all glamour? Can it really be that good? Well to find out what better way than to ask a female escort themselves and find out whether or not it is the life we all wish we could lead…
DT: Thank you for agreeing to give us an interview about yourself and your job, but I think it is important that readers find out exactly what you do and do not do as part of your work. So with that in mind, I think an introduction is in order. What’s your name and what’s your job love?
Nice to meet you . You can call me Mel-Rose. I work as a lesbian escort.
DT: When you say ‘lesbian escort’, what does that entail? For example, most people go to the office and sit at a computer clicking their mouse, what do you at work?
What don’t I do at work, honey! It’s a total variation. One night I could be playing the part of someone’s girlfriend at a dinner dance with a group of lawyers, the next I could be indulging someone’s fetish for being tied up and flogged!
DT: What sorts of people use an escorting service and do you think that there is much need for it nowadays? For example, there is a perception that those who use escorting services are pervy old people or people who are ugly and cannot find sexual gratification the ‘normal’ way, is that your experience?
It’s a total mix of people. I’d say that some of my clients are too busy or don’t consider themselves attractive enough to go out and find a partner. Or a lot of the time it’s bicurious women who fancy sleeping with a woman and don’t want any complications. Occasionally I visit people who are incredibly attractive and just want some hassle-free fun and attention.
I don’t think there’s a specific “type” of person who uses escort services. I have clients who are old, young, curious, experienced, disabled, able-bodied, rich and not-so-rich with careers from politicians and celebrities to student teachers and sales assistants! So a totally mixed bunch!
I think there is a need for this kind of service. Always has been and, I suspect, always will be!
DT: You obviously have an interesting job that’s never the same per day, but do you actually enjoy what you do?
I love it! It’s great knowing that you’ve given someone a good time! Like any job, some days aren’t the most interesting or eventful but mostly it’s very exciting.
DT: What do you think is the best part of being an escort and would you recommend it as a job?
I like the idea that I’m offering a service to women that has been readily available to men for ages. As for whether I’d recommend it, I’d say that depends on the person. I have lots of emails from women who want to get into escorting and asking my advice on how to do it. A lot of them just see it as a good way to make money, have fun and brag about to their mates. There is a serious side to it as well which a lot of people aren’t prepared for when they start. It is also true that men are more likely than women to book an escort so there’s a limited demand out there for lesbian escorts.
DT: What are the downsides to doing the type of work that you do?
Essentially it is a job which sometimes involves doing things that you wouldn’t choose to do in your personal life. It’s about making someone else happy.
DT: Have you ever had anything happen with a client that has made you worry about what you do, or opened up your sexual experiences?
I’ve met some people who are heavily into drugs and have been quite unpleasant to deal with as a result of that. I’ve been in a few tricky situations but the risk factor is part of the job and it’s difficult to completely eliminate that.
DT: How you do make sure that you are safe?
For shorter jobs, I have a driver who drops me off and waits discretely nearby, then picks me up after. This is good as it means I don’t have to deal with public transport for long-distance jobs late at night, and also if anything does go wrong, I can jump in the getaway vehicle! I also always let a friend know where I’ll be and how long I’ll be there for. It’s really important to have safety measures in place.
DT: How and why did you get into escorting?
Originally it was to pay my way through uni and I’ve carried on because I enjoy it. A lot! When I first started, I phoned an agency who told me that unless I work with men as well as women, I wouldn’t get any business. I wasn’t interested in working with men so I started working independently and gradually built up a good client base.
DT: Do you think that people tend to immediately make judgements about you and stereotype you when they find out about what you do?
My close friends (and my mum!) all know what I do and, because they know me, they don’t make judgements. I find that other people tend to make assumptions though. A lot of people assume that escorts are all drug addicts, alcoholics, and total slags in their life outside of work.
DT: Do you think that these stereotypes are fair and where do you think they come from?
I have met a few male and female escorts who match that stereotype but I’d say that’s the exception rather than the rule.
DT: Do you think that maybe some of the resent towards being an escort comes from women being insecure or jealous?
Definitely. I’ve had a lot of women criticise me for what I do and a lot of the time I can tell it’s because they lack the confidence and sex appeal to do it themselves! J
DT: In your industry is there a lot of camaraderie or is escorting a lonely profession? Can you, for example, have a partner?
It’s definitely possible to have a partner. I think it’s better if your partner knows what you do and is supportive rather than if you have to keep it a secret from them.
DT: How do you separate sex with a client to sex with a loved one? Is it easy?
I’m pretty experienced at it now so it’s relatively easy for me. When I’m working, it’s more about what the client wants, whereas in my personal life it’s more about both people involved. I have a certain “type” of woman that I prefer and as all of my clients are different “types”, they don’t all fall into the category that I would necessarily chat up or have sex with outside of work.
DT: How do you relax after a hard day? Pardon the pun!
DT: Well you’ve certainly opened our eyes to a whole new world, and helped to shed some light on what is usually a quiet and hidden subject, so we thank you for your honest and frank answers. With that in mind, if people want to contact you to use your services, how can they get in touch with you and what services do you offer?
Check out my website http://www.mel-rose.co.uk/ My email address is on there so email me for details of any services which aren’t mentioned on the site.
DT: Mel-Rose, thank you once again for giving GTEN Perspectives an exclusive interview into your life and I’d like to wish you all the best in your career.
Why thankyou, sweetie. Nice talking to you.