Beauty in the Eye of the Beholders
When it comes to looking beautiful, women are often advised to follow trends and an arbitrary set of rules. But the reality is that lots of society’s quirks, flaws, and imperfections are actually considered beautiful by men. So with that in mind, here are 20 conventionally unattractive things that are actually gorgeous according to the opposite gender.
1. Curves
You don’t have to be a bodybuilder to stand out, or have a perfectly toned athletic build. In fact, beauty is so subjective that every body type has its fans. So with that in mind, there’s no need to hide curvier bodies or feel excluded.
2. Freckles
Freckles are often considered flaws, but many people find them incredibly cute. They add character and a youthful quality that is rare in an age of retouched perfection. So don’t be so quick to hide freckles.
3. Soft Bodies
You don't need a super-toned, sculpted body to be beautiful. Many guys actually find softness warm, inviting, and feminine in a way that is real and comforting. A softer body is just as beautiful as any other.
4. Minimal Makeup
Everyone's all about the Instagram-filtered selfies and full face of makeup, but a lot of men prefer keeping it minimal. At the end of the day, you should wear as much or as little makeup as you want and the right one will come along to appreciate it.
5. Stretch Marks
Women are often told to hide their stretch marks, but there really is no need. It shows a level of authenticity and hardship that should fuel one's self-confidence. They’re also just a natural part of being human, so it’s pretty silly to hide them.
6. Just Woke Up Hair
Perfectly styled hair is great for pictures. But messy morning hair is just as attractive and simply feels so real. It might surprise you how beautiful people find messy hair.
7. Goofiness
You might hear or be told that women need to always be put together, poised, and mysterious. But cuteness and goofiness are irresistible. Guys love it when a woman can be silly, clumsy, or laugh at herself, because it makes her seem real.
8. Snorts
Snorting while laughing might be mortifying, but to many men it's adorable. It's just an indication of raw, honest laughter, showing that you're being yourself and feeling carefree. When you're laughing genuinely, people are drawn to you.
9. Comfy Sweats
You don’t always have to be "dolled up" to be attractive. In fact, men often think a woman wearing comfy sweats, loose and cozy, is just as attractive as one who is always dressed up. It shows comfort, warmth, and realness.
10. Independence
Not all men want a damsel to rescue. Some men are drawn to women who are driven, passionate, and independent. The confidence of having a clear goal and being worthy of attaining it is extremely attractive.
11. Eating
Lots of women feel like they have to resist the urge to go all out and eat. They may even think that having a big appetite or love for food will make them appear less ladylike. But this isn’t true at all, as many men love having a partner who isn’t afraid to eat unfiltered with them.
12. Unfiltered
Crying at a movie, getting worked up, or tearing up over something powerful helps to humanize people. So go ahead and be unfiltered with your emotions. It makes people appear more approachable and authentic.
13. Messy Hair
Perfect hair is stylish, but messy hair is natural, soft, and effortless. A lot of guys think the “just rolled out of bed” look is cute and accessible. It's comfortable, carefree, and exudes confidence.
14. Dark Eyes
Colored eyes tend to be all the rage in fashion magazines, but dark eyes are just as beautiful. They're mysterious, warm, and full of expression, with a power to them. They are often associated with a sense of being soulful and endlessly fascinating, which is why a lot of guys dig them.
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15. Ethnic Features
Eurocentric beauty is often mainstream, but men are attracted to all kinds of stunning women. From full lips to different skin tones and eye shapes, every feature has a story to tell. Beauty is not about blending in; it's about being real.
16. Short Nails
While long nails can be fashionable and on-trend, short nails can be chic and stylish in their own way. Simple, neat, and easy to maintain, short nails are also preferred by a lot of men. They have an effortless look that many appreciate.
17. Glasses
Glasses make people interesting, confident, and beautiful. Don’t let those movie scenes where women take off their glasses to suddenly become beautiful fool you. Lots of men find glasses attractive, and there are plenty of pretty frames to choose from.
18. Hair Texture
Curly, wavy, coily, or straight hair is beautiful. Many people worry about their hair texture, thinking it doesn’t line up with social conventions. But men really don’t care and find all sorts of hair textures attractive.
19. Wrinkles
Fine lines and wrinkles have a story to tell. While mainstream culture strives for youthful perfection, many men see wrinkles in a warm and positive light. Wrinkles and age spots add character and depth to the face.
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20. Porcelain Skin
To achieve porcelain skin, lots of people turn to expensive serums or heavy layers of makeup. But in reality, most men don’t care about achieving shiny, perfect skin. It’s a nice extra, but not as important as all of the other stuff.
