What is it that makes a Man Sexy?
@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
United States
February 24, 2008 4:37pm CST
We know the "standard" things that men find sexy about women. That's why the stores are filled with black and red see through nighties and other "naughty nicies". Now, men, I am in no way generalizing, I realize that there are those of you who are truly turned on by a woman's brain; but that is not what this discussion is about.
This discussion is to enlighten the men in our lives. Women, what exactly is it that turns you on? What do you find sexy about a man? When I see a man doing what the gentleman in the attached photo is doing, I don't care what his age is, what he looks like, or anything else. All I know is that this old woman melts like butter on a hot ear of corn.
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@slickcut (8141)
• United States
24 Feb 08
I know that a handsome man is good but some of the sexiest men is not always their looks..I think it starts in their eyes,to way they listen to you when you talk,and attention they give to what you are saying..The easy way they can have,not always ready to jump and assume but they ask you and talk with you about the things that bothers them...They treat you with respect, showing that they care for your feelings and the gentle way that they can treat you..A man that is not afraid to take you places,and is not a control freak, but allows you to be the very best you can be,a man that talks with you,not about you...Always proud of you,and what you do..Always lets you know that he loves you...A man that treats you gently,helps you when you need help..A man that will keep himself up for you so you can be proud of him...A man that talks with you,not talks down to you...,and a man who always give you the benefit of the doubt...Also a man you can talk to without him getting mad and throwing everything you have told him back into your face when he is mad.....A real man, not a hen pecked man but one who generally cares about you and your feelings...If this man is handsome thats just an extra benet.....
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
Slickcut, Dear woman, I must say that I thought I was over having hot flashes, but I do believe I just had one reading this! I certainly hope this man is living and loving you now~Donna
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@Angelwhispers (8978)
• United States
25 Feb 08
hello Donna :))
My Shallow side is just like every females. Good looks, rock hard muscles, great stature shouts sexy. The thing with me is however that all of those things fade pretty quickly if I can not touch the human part of the man. I must have a man that is soft spoken, not inclined to argument that finds my ambitions and dreams as exciting as his own. I find motivation, stimulating conversation along with wondrous humor and a sense of adventure, all the more sexier then looks alone.
I must say your picture really floats my boat :)))
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@GnosticGoddess (5626)
• United States
25 Feb 08
I think I'm one of the few woman that don't like really muscle men. I hate the body builder look. Though I've found if they've got a great personally then it's okay too - like The Rock. Not that I don't like muscle. I just prefer the smaller build - more like Brad Pitt or Justin Timberlake or Usher.
@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
Angelwhispers, There is nothing shallow about you. I have no doubt in my mind that if the man of your dreams came in a slighter package than the buff one you described, you would see him for who he is and make that boat rock and not just float!~Donna
ps - it seems as though you may just have an admirer here????
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@ESKARENA1 (18261)
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24 Feb 08
i have no idea what makes a man sexy, is there such thing, i never seen a sexy man
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
Eskarena, You poor dear! You are way too tired. You need to breathe and relax a little bit. Every woman needs a little bit of sweet and gentle fantasy flowing around in her dreams occasionally!~Donna
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@ESKARENA1 (18261)
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1 Mar 08
hahaha i got plenty sweet fantisy in my life it just doesnt involve males, lol.
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@Ravenladyj (22902)
• United States
25 Feb 08
Wow there are so many different things that I find sexy...A man with compassion who isnt afraid to show his feminine soft side is one thing...The pic you posted is another...A man who is gentle and caring with the elderly is yet another...A man with a sense of humour WITHOUT being a d!ck yet another still....A balanced man is also very sexy to me...
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
Ravenladyj, You have described the sexy man to a tee! I think that men will be surprised to find out how very little women really want from them.
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@GnosticGoddess (5626)
• United States
25 Feb 08
I really can't define what makes a man sexy. I think it's a combination of things really. He's got to be beautiful - and I'm not talking just about his psychical appearance. Because the most handsome man can be completely unattractive. To me at least. I imagine that everyone has different things that are sexy to them. A few things I've noticed is confidences - but not overly confident, there has to be some innocence to him/about him, some sort of intelligence (I use to think Vin Disel was hot until he spoke in public once and I was like - he really shouldn't talk)...those are just two of the many things. And of course the basic kindness, gentleness, ect all apply. There are very few people that I've actually met that I find sexy - can count them on one hand. There are some celebrities but not too many of them even. I guess I'm really picky LOL.
Some things that have nothing to do with the above things but I find that I liked (of course happily married now) was (black) painted fingernails. Love that. I painted my hubbys nails a couple of times when we first started dating...though it was blue 'cause I didn't have any black before then. I don't know what it is about it but I love it.
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
Lovely GnosticGoddess, There was a giggle when you mentioned Vin Disel speaking! I am in total agreement with you about all of what you have written. Matthew McConnehey (spelling really whacked up - sorry, it's 3:30 AM and I'm too lazy to research for correction) when he announced that he and his partner had "made a baby together" just took my breath away. Johnny Depp keeping his gold tooth through all of the Pirates movies because it made his children laugh made me sigh with a sweet smile. But then again poor little skinny Matthew Gray Gubler on Criminal Minds, even when he was wearing those geeky black rimmed glasses and had his hair cut short, and even though he is probably young enough to be my grandson, when he is in character and is the "boy genius", I absolutely melt into the couch.
With all of that said, in all honesty, I am still waiting (as I have been for the past 45 years) for Mick Jagger to call me! I know that if I wouldn't have moved and changed my phone number so many times he would have by now. He's got another 5 years, and if he doesn't call by then I am going to have to call Denzel!~Donna
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@GnosticGoddess (5626)
• United States
25 Feb 08
LMAO about Mick - it's his loss and Denzels gain if he doesn't call. Personally I think you should go ahead and call Denzel because you're too good a woman to be kept waiting for so long (and I like Denzel more LOL). Mick got all the money in the world to have found you with...despite your many numbers and addresses :)
I totally agree with what you said too - aside from the Criminal Minds guy but that's because I don't know him. I admire and love the way Johnny is with his kids. I love reading and watching him talk about them. He's all I hope my hubby will be with our children someday. I hadn't heard Matthew say that but that is beautiful.
Just a couple more sexy celebrities to me are Justin Timberlake - he's got an amazing voice and such an innocence about him. Brad Pitt - I use to love watching that man cry and now that he's an amazing father to all those great kids - it's like icing on the cake. George Clonney - another guy with a lot of charming innocence. Those are just a few of the top of my head. I know there are a few more though :)
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
27 Feb 08
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@aseretdd (13730)
• Philippines
25 Feb 08
I don't have a particular criteria of a sexy man... i just know it when i see it... the man can have the looks of Brad Pitt but i don't him as sexy... although i love Brad Pitt in every angle...
A man can look, talk, and act like Simon Cowell... but will find him 100% sexy although i don't think much of Simon Cowell...
So i don't really know what my own definition of a sexy man is... i just know and feel it once i see this something in a man...
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
asertdd, I can completely relate to what you are saying. As a rule I don't like
-muscular men
-men with shaved heads
-large men
-aggressive type men
BUT......if you have ever watched "The Shield" and know who Michael Chicklis is; and his character has every one of the above traits.....I swoon for 13 weeks every Tuesday just knowing that I will be able to see him at 10:00.
It can't be pheremones because no matter how real he seems to me, I honestly cannot smell him through the television set!~Donna
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@aseretdd (13730)
• Philippines
26 Feb 08
I like Michael Chiklis... i think he is a very talented actor... i used to watch him in "The Commish"... too bad it was cancelled... but i am glad that his career had a sudden changed when he was cast as part of the Fantastic Five... we don't have The Shield yet in my country... but i will surely watch it when it finally airs here...
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@MsTickle (25180)
• Australia
1 Mar 08
As for the guy in the photo, to me, that's not at all sexy. When a man can be a man and show his soft and gentle side is something way above sexy. That he can have those qualities is wonderful and that he is not ashamed or self conscious to show them is a true sign of his strength and masculinity.
@AmericanWoman (298)
• United States
26 Apr 08
I think a man is sexy when he loves to talk about his feelings and hear yours, When a man asked what he can do to help! When a man opens the door for me. when I see a man order for his woman asking her what would she like and even setting the table for both of them is so sexy.
When a man watches romantic movies or better rents them for both of you to watch together.
When the man makes plans for the family, like going to the park or some weekend vacation.
I believe if a person heart and mind is good his sexiness will shine through.
@anniepa (27955)
• United States
25 Feb 08
I'm answering this before being able to see the attached photo, for the record. So, let's see, what makes a man sexy? A great sense of humor and the ability to make a woman know he finds her attractive but also respects her. It's something that's hard to explain but it's definitely not only about looks, in fact there are men who are extremely sexy who wouldn't be considered particularly handsome.
Annie
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
27 Feb 08
Annie, Thank you for the response. I totally get that "you just have to feel it to know it" thing. I do hope you go and look at the picture. All I have to do is see it and melt.~Donna
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@Savvynlady (3684)
• United States
25 Feb 08
I feel the way a man carries himself and he has the confidence and ability to carry it off, to me that makes a man sexy. Not arrogance mind you, but a quiet assured confidence.
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
Savvnlady, Arrogance is most truly a turn-off; and you are right, there is a fine line that seperates it from confidence. I also like the phrase you used, "quiet assured confidence". If you don't already have him, I hope you get him soon.~Donna
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@filmbuff (2909)
• United States
25 Feb 08
I can't really add too much to the conversation here, being a straight man, but I do find this an interesting topic. I am one of those guys who (and I'm not trying to brag, honestly) who have never had a hard time finding women, in fact they usually throw themselves at me. I have never understood why. I'm not overly successful, or good looking, so I'm kind of puzzled.
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
Well my dear filmbuff, I just answered one of your questions and from it I found out that indeed, you don't have trouble attracting women. I do hope that you pay attention to what the women here are saying that they find sexy in a man though. Getting a woman to fall for you is one thing, keeping her breathing heavy and sighing every time she thinks of you, even when the "cute has worn off".
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@filmbuff (2909)
• United States
26 Feb 08
As a musician well it's not hard to make a woman melt. That sounds bad I know, but its true. When I was younger and not so mature, I had 3 songs I would rotate. "Baby, I wrote this just for you..."
Now if I write I song for a woman, I really did. :)
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• United States
25 Feb 08
average joes, or whatever your name is---- average [insert your name here]s are very hot. maybe that's what give you all the appeal
@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
25 Feb 08
ayou, You are so very right. There are many who show one side and then we find out later (when it is too late) what they are really like. It is also a shame that many women do the same thing to men. Thank you so much for responding to this discussion.~Donna
@Deea48 (1166)
• United States
27 Feb 08
I have to agree as well, that is a very sexy man.
He is just like I like a man, tall , dark and handsome. That is what I find to be sexy, but sexy is very different then would I go out with him. Some men can be sexy, but you could not pay me to date them. But if I am just looking then I like them tall dark and handsome, lol I also find a man who is confident,yet gentle to be a huge turn on. Never even mind how he looks then.
@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
27 Feb 08
Deea, I really hope that a lot of men are at least reading these responses. Women really all seem to want the same thing - confidence, gentleness, and kindness. So far not one woman has said she is looking for a man who is very handsome or one that has a lot of money. Thank you for your comment.~Donna
@scorpiomay (11)
• China
25 Feb 08
i like mans have burns ,it feels good if touch
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@kitchenwitchoftupper (2290)
• United States
27 Feb 08
Thank you for your comment and for responding to my discussion. Welcome to MyLot!~Donna
@kids91911 (4363)
• United States
8 Mar 08
I think a man is sexy if they have love handles, baby eyes and a loving touch!
@cindy2003 (196)
• Australia
23 Mar 08
A good figure, looks after him self, oh yeah, and has to look good too
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
10 Mar 08
A sexy man isn't someone that has good looks or a body with rock hard muscles (but it doesn't hurt). A sexy man is a gesture, a kind word, a killer smile and eyes to match. Blend all of these together and you have sexy.
@megumiart (3771)
• United States
22 Mar 08
I think a lot depends on a girl's personal taste, but I think confidence and self esteem is very attractive in men. :]
@CanadaGal (4304)
• Canada
28 Feb 08
As far as physical appearance goes, the "type" of man I find most sexy is tall (6' and up), larger build (no skinny men for me... yuk!), dark hair (mostly short, but long enough to grab onto should the need arise), caucasian, and if he has a goatee happening.. OH MY! He must be well groomed... obviously one who showers and brushes his teeth on a daily basis, and dresses in clean and not sloppy clothing (track pants are OUT unless at the gym).
Those characteristics are what will get me interested at first. To KEEP me interested, it's more of a mental thing. I need conversation. I need a man who is witty and intelligent and has a warped sense of humour like myself. Because I have a young(ish) family, I would find his interaction with children important. Just like that picture you added to the discussion... that is a HUGE turn on that is!
@Grace35 (136)
• United States
3 Mar 08
What do I find sexy about a man.. I love a hardworking man, definitely someone in his uniform, covered in smudge, but not enough so that his gorgeous smile can't shine through. I have to agree with you, the man in your picture is a sexy man because it shows that he is caring, and obviously taking care of his responsibility. BTW..I love your analogy!