An especially attractive date, escort or other companion to a special event. Called "arm candy" because one locks arms with their "candy" (valuable possession) when they enter. A popular connotation of arm candy is a date that someone is using not to enjoy their company, but simply to appear important, wealthy or worthy of attention.
A "golddigger" would likely carry arm candy to a dance or party.
Did you see the arm candyAndrea brought to the dance last night? Her date was so handsome and coy!
1. A superficial request that solicits a sexually attractive person to accompany another in public, because they are attractive. Not because they are intelligent or having a relationship. (See Escort) Usually developing from conflict between the desire to be noticed and the fear of being humiliated. (See Inferiority Complex).
2. A social invitation to "lock" arms with someone more desirable in order to enhance financial and sexual appeal. (Social desirability) (See Social Proof)
Wealthy elderly men request young “arm candy” to deny the passing years. (See Prostitute)
Mandy Pandy: "Shauna, you got an arm candy request from Samuel today this Saturday to his ex's birthday... I already confirmed you ;)"