How to Compliment a Guy's Appearance

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So you’ve got your eye on a guy because of his beautiful body or his sharp style, but how do you let him know? Compliments are a great way to show a guy that you appreciate him, as well as build up some chemistry in a relationship, especially at its early stages. [1] If you’re looking for the best compliments to let a guy know you think he’s attractive over text or in-person, we’ve got you covered. Here’s our complete guide on how to compliment a guy’s appearance.

This article is based on an interview with our dating coach, John Keegan. Check out the full interview here.

1

“You’re really cute!”

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  1. Just letting a guy know that you like what you see is the right move for building up some fantastic chemistry. Try out one of these handy and simple compliments: [2]
    • “You’re handsome .”
    • “I think you’re beautiful.”
    • “Hey, gorgeous guy!”
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2

“You’re super striking.”

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  1. You don’t necessarily need to get into the specifics of what makes a guy attractive to you—just let him know that his looks have caught your attention. These casual compliments can start a really nice conversation: [3]
    • “You sort of shine.”
    • “I’ll be honest: your looks really caught my eye.”
    • “You’re good-looking enough to stand out in any crowd.”
3

“I love your smile.”

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  1. If a guy’s smiling, it usually means that he’s feeling pretty good, which makes for the perfect opportunity to let them know that he looks good too. Try saying something like: [4]
    • “You look so sexy when you laugh.”
    • “Seriously, you’ve got the smile of a movie star!”
    • “You just have to smile for me to melt.”
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4

“Have you been working out? You look good.”

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  1. He’ll absolutely love you admiring his physique. Point out how sexy his arms look in the t-shirt he’s wearing, compliment his abs the next time he takes off his shirt, or tell him how perfectly his jeans have been fitting lately. Try one of these compliments:
    • “I see you’ve been going to the gym, handsome.”
    • “Your arms look great.”
    • “Looks like that work you’ve been putting in the gym has been paying off.”
5

“You have beautiful hair.”

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  1. A beautiful guy with beautiful hair deserves to know that he’s appreciated. Best of all, a compliment about a [5] guy’s hair is a pretty casual way of letting them know that you like how he looks. Any one of these compliments is a great option:
    • “Your haircut looks great on you!”
    • “I really like how you’ve been growing out your hair.”
    • “Your new haircut has you looking like such a snack.”
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6

“You’ve got such cute ears!”

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  1. Giving a guy a hyper-specific compliment can make him laugh and feel flattered at the same time—and that’s definitely a winning combo. You might try saying something like:
    • “I know it’s a little weird, but you have great-looking feet.”
    • “You have a great jawline.”
    • “You could cut something with those cheekbones!”
7

“I love watching you walk.”

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  1. Most people aren’t aware of how they look when they’re moving, so letting a guy know that he looks good doing it gives your flirting more originality and punch. Say something like:
    • “You’ve got a sexy swagger.”
    • “You move with so much class.”
    • “I can tell you’re a great dancer just by watching you!”
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8

“You have great style!”

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  1. Your guy will love hearing that his clothes caught your eye. Clothes are part of our identity, and telling a guy that you like the way he dresses goes beyond just a simple comment about his appearance—it can also show him that you appreciate the person that he is. Say something like: [6]
    • “That shirt looks great on you!”
    • “Your glasses make you look like Clark Kent.”
    • “I gotta say that I wish I dressed half as well as you.”
9

“You have really soulful eyes.”

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  1. Giving a guy a compliment about his eyes can make him feel seen and appreciated in a way that other compliments just don’t accomplish. This kind of compliment can foster a deeper connection between you two. Say something like: [7]
    • “You have intelligent eyes.”
    • “I could look at your eyes for hours.”
    • “Your eyes sparkle.”
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10

“When God made you, he was seriously showing off.”

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  1. Using a pick-up line can show the cutie you’ve got your eye on that not only are you into him and his looks, but you’ve also got a personality of your own. If your guy has a good sense of humor, he’ll love one of these classic pick-up lines: [8]
    • “Are you an artist? You’re so good at drawing me in.”
    • “If you were a taser, you’d be set to ‘stun.’”
    • “I believe that honesty is the best policy, so to be completely honest, you’re the sexiest man I’ve ever seen.”
11

“I love every part of you.”

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  1. If you’ve developed a closer relationship with a guy, letting him know that you think he’s beautiful from head to toe can show him how much you care. Put yourself out there! Try something like:
    • “I could look at you all day.”
    • “Everything about you is gorgeous.”
    • “Just seeing you is a total treat.”
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      References

      1. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
      2. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
      3. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 5 November 2019.
      4. ↑ https://psychcentral.com/blog/why-compliments-are-powerful#1
      5. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/fulfillment-at-any-age/201305/9-types-of-compliments-and-why-they-work-or-not
      6. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
      7. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
      8. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/dating-in-the-digital-age/202108/the-best-dating-app-pick-lines-and-the-worst
      9. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
      1. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.

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