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11-10-2011, 08:38 AM
from Mens Health
Are you a breast man? Butt man? Or do legs drive you wild? Your preference is about more than whether you had a Heather Locklear or Pamela Anderson poster above your bed as a teenager. In fact, whether you appreciate an hourglass figure, smoldering eyes, or humble breasts can give you hidden clues about your relationship style—and hers.
So view our list of the Hottest Women of 2011 and then tell us: Where do your eyes go when you check out a beautiful woman? Here’s what your answer means.
Eyes
Their hidden meaning: You’re probably thinking of how her eyes say “I want you.” But subconsciously, you’re thinking about babies. Men with blue eyes are more likely to be attracted to women with blue eyes, a recent study found. Why: Down the line, eye color can serve as a simple paternity test, the researchers believe, when you make sure your child has blue eyes, too. It’s an evolutionary tactic to ensure she’s continuing your family line, and not some brown-eyed loser’s.
Your stealth flirtation strategy: Once you catch her looking at you from across the bar, maintain eye contact for a moment longer than you would normally. If she holds your gaze it’s a good indicator she’s down for a drink.
Breasts
Their hidden meaning: If you like smaller breasts, you may be more likely to settle down. When men were shown pictures of breasts in five sizes ranging from small to extra large, researchers found that men who preferred larger breasts also had lax attitudes toward sex and favored short-term commitment. Researchers believe it’s because while almost all men think bigger breasts are attractive, committed guys are focused on traits that are important in the long run like personality and parenting skills.
Curves
Their hidden meaning: When researchers tracked the eye-movements of men looking at photos of women, they found the majority of men looked to the torso first when judging the attractiveness of a woman. The reason: Subconsciously, you’re seeing if she’ll make a good mom; women who have a slim waist but larger hips are less susceptible to disease and have less difficulty conceiving.
Her Body—And Only Her Body
The hidden meaning: If you’re more concerned with her shape than her face, you’re not thinking about settling down. (Surprise!) OK, so you don’t need research to tell you that one. But a recent study confirmed when told to consider a woman for a short-term relationship 51 percent of men checked out her shape but only 25 percent looked at her body first when told to consider her for a long-term stint.
Nothing
The hidden meaning: If your buddies are drooling at the Tilted Kilt waitress but you’re just asking about the wings, that’s a sign you’re happy with your relationship. (Or maybe you’re just whipped.) According to a recent study, men who were shown pictures of an attractive woman and then asked to write an essay about their significant other actually suppressed thoughts about the photos because they were thinking about their woman.
Strengthen your bond: As we reported in Keep Her Hot Forever, people who know how much their partners appreciate them are more satisfied with their relationship, according to a University of North Carolina study. Keep the relationship strong by thinking of the top 10 things you love about her from her dirty sense of humor to her willingness to help out an elderly neighbor. Then, every time she cracks a joke or bakes Mrs. Smith a casserole, remind her how much you love that trait.
Are you a breast man? Butt man? Or do legs drive you wild? Your preference is about more than whether you had a Heather Locklear or Pamela Anderson poster above your bed as a teenager. In fact, whether you appreciate an hourglass figure, smoldering eyes, or humble breasts can give you hidden clues about your relationship style—and hers.
So view our list of the Hottest Women of 2011 and then tell us: Where do your eyes go when you check out a beautiful woman? Here’s what your answer means.
Eyes
Their hidden meaning: You’re probably thinking of how her eyes say “I want you.” But subconsciously, you’re thinking about babies. Men with blue eyes are more likely to be attracted to women with blue eyes, a recent study found. Why: Down the line, eye color can serve as a simple paternity test, the researchers believe, when you make sure your child has blue eyes, too. It’s an evolutionary tactic to ensure she’s continuing your family line, and not some brown-eyed loser’s.
Your stealth flirtation strategy: Once you catch her looking at you from across the bar, maintain eye contact for a moment longer than you would normally. If she holds your gaze it’s a good indicator she’s down for a drink.
Breasts
Their hidden meaning: If you like smaller breasts, you may be more likely to settle down. When men were shown pictures of breasts in five sizes ranging from small to extra large, researchers found that men who preferred larger breasts also had lax attitudes toward sex and favored short-term commitment. Researchers believe it’s because while almost all men think bigger breasts are attractive, committed guys are focused on traits that are important in the long run like personality and parenting skills.
Curves
Their hidden meaning: When researchers tracked the eye-movements of men looking at photos of women, they found the majority of men looked to the torso first when judging the attractiveness of a woman. The reason: Subconsciously, you’re seeing if she’ll make a good mom; women who have a slim waist but larger hips are less susceptible to disease and have less difficulty conceiving.
Her Body—And Only Her Body
The hidden meaning: If you’re more concerned with her shape than her face, you’re not thinking about settling down. (Surprise!) OK, so you don’t need research to tell you that one. But a recent study confirmed when told to consider a woman for a short-term relationship 51 percent of men checked out her shape but only 25 percent looked at her body first when told to consider her for a long-term stint.
Nothing
The hidden meaning: If your buddies are drooling at the Tilted Kilt waitress but you’re just asking about the wings, that’s a sign you’re happy with your relationship. (Or maybe you’re just whipped.) According to a recent study, men who were shown pictures of an attractive woman and then asked to write an essay about their significant other actually suppressed thoughts about the photos because they were thinking about their woman.
Strengthen your bond: As we reported in Keep Her Hot Forever, people who know how much their partners appreciate them are more satisfied with their relationship, according to a University of North Carolina study. Keep the relationship strong by thinking of the top 10 things you love about her from her dirty sense of humor to her willingness to help out an elderly neighbor. Then, every time she cracks a joke or bakes Mrs. Smith a casserole, remind her how much you love that trait.