Young British women think money is more important than men, according to a survey.

Twenty-something females would rather see the world, wear designer clothes and have a perfect job than settle down and marry, a poll of 1,000 women aged 19 and 20 by B magazine found.

Dubbed "twentyeverythings" this generation wants it all - except a man - as soon as possible.

They are passionate about their professional lives and expect a promotion and pay rise within a year of getting a new job.

Half would postpone marriage for the sake of their career and 90 per cent admit suffering stress because of their driven lifestyles.

Their role models are fashion designer Stella McCartney, novelist Marian Keyes, businesswoman Martha Lane Fox and supermodel Kate Moss.

Money is even more important than their physical appearance, with 75 per cent preferring £30,000 for the rest of their lives rather than staying a size ten for ever.

The urge for financial independence is not about security - only one in five is saving for the future.

B editor Frances Sheen said: "This is proof that the Bridget Jones generation is well and truly disappearing."