Ever wonder what he really thinks of that little black dress? Hey, we know it’s hard to get an honest answer when you put him in the hot seat and ask how you look. But we had the chance to ask a group of guys to tell us, in no uncertain terms, what they think about what we wear. Take a deep breath, ladies, it’s time to step in front of the mirror.
Wear Less!
Bling: If you rattle when you walk or sound like wind chimes in gusts, you’re turning him off. Plus—now think hard about this—he’s never going to buy you more jewelry if he thinks you already have too much.
Butt billboards: Walking around with words like Juicy or Pink on the back of your shorts isn’t sexy.
Black: Yeah, yeah, it’s stylish, it’s slimming, but it’s also boring. It takes confidence to wear color, and men find that trait sexiest.
Up-dos: These are fine for special events, but research shows men are more biologically attracted to women with flowing locks.
Gigantic sunglasses: Didn’t he tell you how beautiful your eyes were? Then what are you doing hiding behind those portholes? Ten years from now when you see photos of yourself in those, we guarantee you’ll say, “What was I thinking?”
Wear More!
Lingerie: Wait, there’s a catch. Guys say it’s sexiest when worn publicly beneath conservative clothing. A glimpse of frill in the neckline of a power-suit. A hint of lace at the waistband of your jeans. It’s the contrast between your public and private selves that’s intriguing.
Eyeglasses: Given the popularity of contacts and Lasik, a woman in glasses is unique these days. Granted, there’s probably some of the naughty librarian fantasy at work, but smart is sexy.
Terry bathrobe: We’re talking the enormous, fluffy kind from which only your eyes and toes peek out. Just stepped out of the bath. Nothing underneath. Of course.
A ponytail: Surprised us, too. Something about the carefree, girlish flounce of it apparently delights men. Just keep it loose (see “Up-dos,” above).
His clothes: You in his white dress shirt, boxers, or even his old Led Zeppelin tee all say that you love him so much you never, ever, want him to leave.
Dress Up a Plain Suit
