What Makes Men Attractive? The Results Are In

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If you’re a man, you’ve probably wondered what women (or other men) look for in a man at some point or another. We were curious, too! We compiled the data from our “Build a Boyfriend” generator to discover what physical attributes and personality traits people find most attractive in a man, and in this article, we’ll share those results with you. Plus, we interviewed dating and relationship coach David Chambers to provide additional insights into what makes a man attractive.

Men’s Most Attractive Traits

Dating and relationship coach David Chambers says a sense of humor, leadership skills, compassion, and empathy are some of the most attractive features, and our readers tend to agree! According to our data, many people are attracted to men who are funny and kind with dark hair and a tall, muscular build.

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Attractive Personality Traits & Values

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  1. According to user data from our “ Build a Boyfriend ” generator, a good sense of humor is the #1 personality trait people look for in a guy. They’re also interested in men who are kind and compassionate, smart, loyal, and respectful.

    Meet the wikiHow Expert

    David Chambers is a men’s dating, relationship, and intimacy coach based in London, England with over 20 years of experience.

  2. According to our data, approximately 25.4% of personality descriptions and 14.1% of attractiveness factors explicitly referenced shared values. Users seek men who are caring, honest, loyal, respectful, and understanding. They also want a partner who shares their life goals, religious beliefs, and views on family. Many users also state they want a partner who “likes what they like,” showing the importance of shared hobbies and activities.
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Attractive Physical Traits

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  1. Our users overwhelmingly prefer dark hair on men, with 44.5% stating they like brown hair and 24.9% saying they prefer black hair. However, many people also find men with light hair attractive, as 19.5% said they like blonde hair.
    • Users are more split when it comes to hair texture, but curly hair (27.1%) and short hair (19.3%) were our top results, followed by “wavy” (14.2%), “fluffy” (11.3%), and “long” (10.3%)
  2. “Tall” (1.2%) and “muscular” (1.1%) are the leading preferences in our data, followed by a combined “tall and muscular” at 0.6%. Other users mention being attracted to men who are “athletic” (0.6%) and “skinny” (0.6%), so people are attracted to a wide range of body types!
    • You don’t have to be “some sort of Adonis,” says Chambers. [3] Different people are attracted to different body types, so don’t feel like you have to change yourself if you don’t want to. The right person will find you attractive just the way you are!
    • Do women really like muscular men? We polled wikiHow readers in this article to find out!
  3. Beyond general body types, our users frequently cited “eyes” (2.3%) and “smile” (1.7%) as attractive features on a man. This highlights the importance of facial expressions and a captivating gaze!
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Other Archetypes & Key Findings

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  1. “Jake,” “Alex,” “Liam,” “James,” and “Jack” were the most common names users listed for their ideal boyfriend. This suggests that users may be attracted to familiar and approachable archetypes, as opposed to stereotypes like the “bad boy.”
  2. While physical traits certainly play a role in someone’s perceived attractiveness, they’re not the only traits that matter. Our data suggests that users seek both attractive physical attributes and a strong, positive personality and shared values.
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Final Takeaways

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  1. Attractiveness is subjective and multifaceted. Our findings show that many people interested in men are attracted to those who are kind, funny, and loyal, with brown or black, curly or short hair, and a tall, muscular build. However, it’s important to remember that attractiveness is subjective. [4] What’s attractive to one person might not be to another, and that’s okay!

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    What type of outfit would make me more attractive?
    Yvette Jordan
    Personal Wardrobe Stylist
    Yvette Jordan is a wardrobe stylist based in New York City, NY. With over 15 years of industry experience, she specializes in styling, organizing, merchandising and visual art. She previously worked as the head stylist for a modeling agency on South Beach and then in visual management in retail stores like Victoria's Secret, Gap, BCBG. In 2020, Yvette transitioned to full-time wardrobe styling, helping inspire confidence in her clients and design a wardrobe they love.
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    It actually depends on you! Your outfit’s only attractive if you actually feel confident wearing it. Start with the basics that always work: clean, well-fitted clothes, nothing too tight or too baggy. A solid button-up with good jeans or chinos can go a long way, and if you’re more into a casual vibe, a fitted tee with clean sneakers looks sharp too. Then just play around with little details. Maybe a jacket, a nice watch, or even shoes that stand out a bit. Just make sure it matches your lifestyle and comfort level, because if you feel awkward in it, it’s not gonna read as attractive.
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      1. ↑ David Chambers. Dating and Relationship Coach. Expert Interview
      2. ↑ David Chambers. Dating and Relationship Coach. Expert Interview
      3. ↑ David Chambers. Dating and Relationship Coach. Expert Interview
      4. ↑ Yvette Jordan. Personal Wardrobe Stylist. Expert Interview
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