The traditional definition of “sexy,” courtesy of Merriam-Webster, can be something either “sexually suggestive or stimulating,” or “generally attractive or interesting.” But what’s the fun of sticking to tradition?
The idea of what makes someone sexy has drastically shifted throughout the years. The 1960s saw what can only be considered a total revolution when it comes to how people expressed themselves through fashion and the arts.
Now, 60 years later, while some might prefer a man who jugs protein shakes, wiping his mouth using his shirt that’s hiding a set of six-pack abs, others aren’t necessarily pining after a purely physical specimen. Personality wise, nice guys don’t necessarily finish last anymore either, proving that even the most average of Joes can still catch the attention of a gorgeous woman from across the bar.
RELATED: The Most Traditional Dude Habits You Can Leave at the Door As a society, we’re constantly reevaluating what traits in men we think are appealing (along with what we find overtly gross and sexist). That’s why, as it can also be difficult to stay on top of sexiness trends, here’s a comprehensive list of 40 things we’ve deemed as sexy behavioral traits that will never go out of style.
You’ve probably got some work to do.
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