Gentleman prefer blondes....

[kateykakes]

or do they?

This topic is actually geared toward all here on the forum, not just for the males, but my daughter had the Marilyn Monroe flick on, and I took it from there.

What appeals to us in regards to the opposite sex? Is there a hair color preference? A certain body type, such as petite, athletic, chunky, curvy, skinny, tall, short...

Do other features play a part in your attraction towards the opposite sex? Eyes, hands, legs, breasts, backside, or do you base everything soley on personality?

For me, looks really aren't that important, however, that being said, I'm not saying I don't like a certain look, because I'd be lying if I said I didn't. I just mean I don't base how I feel about someone on looks. A beautiful male is nice to look at, but if he's brainless, may God help him. I much prefer someone that is intellectually stimulating.

But since you're dying to know what looks appeal to me most often (ok, so I was dying to say! ), I'd have to say men that are tall catch my eye, also ones that have some meat on their bones. Clean shaven is very nice, although a 5:00 shadow can be so sexy. I love to see a man with hair that is very short, as in a buzz cut, or shaven completely. <sighs> You may as well stick a fork in me, because I'm done when I see that!

So, what's your preference?

[Piper]

Hmmmm....

A man with short buzzed, or cropped hair is nice. I can't stand men with long hair. *ick* I seem to look at men with dark hair. Dunno why. But, the main thing that attracts me is their personality, if you don't have that, ya don't have squat.

[ 09-03-2002, 06:45 PM: Message edited by: Piper ]

[Mitzi]

Well, I'm older so my answer is different. I like tall, big men, well kept, good conversationalist and kind. Kindness in a man is probably the most important thing to me.
Someone who has a wonderful laugh and who knows how to make a woman feel good about herself.
(I just described my husband, of course)
My age, of course...I am not attracted to younger men.
And I nevr fall for the, "Where have you been most of my life" thing...gag

[Dinosaur]

I don't really have a preference insofar as hair, or height, or shape is concerned. I know what I like when I see it and pretty much leave it at that.

The most important thing is that I have to sense that a woman is amenable to my intentions. I can work it from there.

This little poem sums it all up nicely:

The Spider and the Fly - Mary Howitt

"Will you walk into my parlor?" said the spider to the fly;
"'Tis the prettiest little parlor that ever you may spy.
The way into my parlor is up a winding stair,
And I have many curious things to show when you are there."
"Oh no, no," said the little fly; "to ask me is in vain,
For who goes up your winding stair can ne'er come down again."
"I'm sure you must be weary, dear, with soaring up so high.
Well you rest upon my little bed?" said the spider to the fly.
"There are pretty curtains drawn around; the sheets are fine and thin,
And if you like to rest a while, I'll snugly tuck you in!"
"Oh no, no," said the little fly, "for I've often heard it said,
They never, never wake again who sleep upon your bed!"

Said the cunning spider to the fly: "Dear friend, what can I do
To prove the warm affection I've always felt for you?
I have within my pantry good store of all that's nice;
I'm sure you're very welcome - will you please to take a slice?
"Oh no, no," said the little fly; "kind sir, that cannot be:
I've heard what's in your pantry, and I do not wish to see!"

"Sweet creature!" said the spider, "you're witty and you're wise;
How handsome are your gauzy wings; how brilliant are your eyes!
I have a little looking-glass upon my parlor shelf;
If you'd step in one moment, dear, you shall behold yourself."
"I thank you, gentle sir," she said, "for what you're pleased to say,
And, bidding you good morning now, I'll call another day."

The spider turned him round about, and went into his den,
For well he knew the silly fly would soon come back again:
So he wove a subtle web in a little corner sly,
And set his table ready to dine upon the fly;
Then came out to his door again and merrily did sing:
"Come hither, hither, pretty fly, with pearl and silver wing;
Your robes are green and purple; there's a crest upon your head;
Your eyes are like diamond bright, but mine are dull as lead!"

Alas, alas! how very soon this silly little fly,
Hearing his wily, flattering words, came slowly flitting by;
With buzzing wings she hung aloft, then near and nearer grew,
Thinking only of her brilliant eyes and green and purple hue,
Thinking only of her crested head. Poor, foolish thing! at last
Up jumped the cunning spider, and fiercely held her fast;
He dragged her up his winding stair, into the dismal den -
Within his little parlor - but she ne'er came out again!

And now, dear little children, who may this story read,
To idle, silly flattering words I pray you ne'er give heed;
Unto an evil counselor close heart and ear and eye,
And take a lesson from this tale of the spider and the fly.

[kateykakes]

Thank you, Dino.

[SpecOpsWarrior]

I dont have any one specific feature that excites me more than any others. My criteria is simple, if she is appealing enough to get jiggy with, I'm good to go. Now I know that sounds crude and vulgar and childish and all that, but thats the truth.

Now dont get me wrong, sex isn't the first thing I try to get from a woman, but when I first meet a woman, thats one of the things that pops into my mind. I usually think "yep I would" or "nope, not happening"!

Now before anyone flames me all to hell, I dont base that judgement strictly on appearance, cause I have met some physially attractive women that I wouldn't mess with, simply because of their personality. And I have met women that weren't all that great, that were a real pleasure to be around.

[shorty]

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Originally posted by kateykakes:
I'd have to say men that are tall catch my eye, also ones that have some meat on their bones. Clean shaven is very nice, although a 5:00 shadow can be so sexy. I love to see a man with hair that is very short, as in a buzz cut, or shaven completely. <sighs>

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KK, you just described my husband! I apparantly look for the same physical qualities as you do! I'll have to make sure if we have the O.com convention to keep you away from my man! LOL
As far as other characteristics, I love that my husband opens the door for me. He doesn't do it all of the time, I don't expect him to go out of the way to open it for me, but if we are walking in somewhere together, he will open it and say after you dear. I think that is soooo sweet. By the way, he would kill me if he knew I was telling you this. I guess there are a few gentlemen left in the world.
Kateykakes, you forgot one thing... a goatee! If a guy keeps them trimmed and neat they are so sexy! I also like a guy with a little meat on him, not fat and blubbery but when I hug my man I want to be able to feel something besides bones! And when my husband hugs me, I want to feel like I am being hugged!
Of course, I don't want it to sound like I just go after looks, personality plays the most important thing to me.

[ 09-03-2002, 07:55 PM: Message edited by: shorty ]

[kateykakes]

Personality means everything. I agree completely, shorty. Same with the goatee. Very nice. A sense of humor is a MUST!!!

[156]

I'm very specific about what I like in a man. I have a certain image in my mind of what I want and if he doesn't meet that, then I'm not attracted. It's shallow, I know, but at least I'm honest about it.

I like a tall, broad-shouldered man with dark hair, dark eyes, and I prefer a mustache and beard (or at least a goatee). Cleanliness is a must, as well as fresh breath, good grooming, and clean fingernails. No dirty shoes either. A man can have everything else going for him, but if his shoes look like he's been schlepping through a vegetable garden, I'd have to toss him back. LOL

A sense of humor, intelligence, and a take-charge personality are important, too.

[SGT Dave]

As to the actual question, I must say that there is something I can't put a finger on about a blonde. Don't ask me to justify-I'm just asking the question that was asked.

If three women of similar looks walk into a room together (blonde, brunette, red) I will notice the blonde first. That DON'T mean that I won't notice the others, just that there is something deep down about a blonde (true, not platinum.)

It adds alot in the "sex appeal" department, that again, I can't articulate.

That said, I must confess, I've never dated a blonde. I don't know why-but all the women I've been in relationships with have ran from sandy blonde (highlights) to dark brown. I would LIKE to have dated one, but alas.

Other things that grab the Sarge's attention:

Outgoing personality

A nice smile or cute laugh (BIG TIME)

Elegance in their personality and the way they carry themselves

Attractive hands/nails (don't laugh-I haven't been able to explain it to my homeys either) Not necassarily long nails, just extremely well manicured and clean. Don't care for fake nails or tips.

Down to Earth and not expecting her man/life/wardrobe to be out of a magazine

Nice breasticles are a plus ( ) but not an absolute requirement. I will judge the applicant ( ) on OVERALL sexiness, so they are not mandatory, but a quick way to earn 25 bonus points.

Absolutely a NON SMOKER, end of story with no debate.

[goodgirl]

As long as they are clean I can work from there.

I was going to add more but that pretty much sums it up

[Niteshift]

If gentlemen prefer blondes, I guess I'm no gentleman.

[klar]

I am with Nightshift here. I in no way prefer a blonde. Granted I will socialize with them and all but as far as being a partner in life no way.

I look at the eyes first and the body second. If they smoke they are disqualified automaticly. But now I have no worries about the open market as I have found the one I want to be with. LOL

Klar

[Niteshift]

"If they smoke they are disqualified automaticly."

There goes my hopes of being the next Mrs. klar

[555]

My criteria is simple, if she is appealing enough to get jiggy with, I'm good to go. Now I know that sounds crude and vulgar and childish and all that, but thats the truth.

I wouldn’t call that vulgar. Most people wouldn’t date someone they wouldn’t sleep with. Why would you?