MY Personal Men's Physical Classification List

[snuka12000]

First of all, let me preface this by saying that this is just for fun so don't take it too seriously, even though it's my own personal scale/guide for the physical attraction and beauty of men.

HIGHEST:

5) Gorgeous <The physical beauty of this man is beyond belief!>

4a) Hot/Sexy <Definitely a head turner. You can't keep your eyes off of this man. You're definitely into this man and interested in this man. This man has a special quality. He may not be the best looking guy. There are some guys that are just sexy even though they may not be the best looking guy. The Hot/Sexy man is on the same level as the Cute man but in a different place. The Sexy/Hot man may be a little more dark and edgy than the Cute man.>

4b) Cute <Definitely a head turner. You can't keep your eyes off of this man. You're definitely into this man and interested in this man. Softer/non-threatening look. He is less intimidating, warm and inviting, with a good personality. The Cute man is on the same level as the Hot/Sexy man but in a different place. The Cute man may be a little more bright and clean-cut than the Hot/Sexy man.>

3) Very Good Looking <This man catches your eye and definitely is attractive.>

2) Good Looking <A step better looking than handsome.>

1) Handsome <Generic and common.>

LOWEST:

Initially, we are attracted to a guy's physical appearance. However, a guy's personality, attitude, character and spirit can make him very ugly after you get past how he looks.

[snuka12000]

This is based upon my own sensual grid. To each is own. This is just for fun, don't take it too seriously.

With that being said, I decided to add some references. Here are some men in pop culture to illustrate my classification list.

5) GORGEOUS: Ricky Martin, Mark Wahlberg, George Clooney.

4a)HOT/SEXY: Vin Diesel, Brad Pitt, Tyson Beckford

4b) CUTE: Tay Diggs, Nick Lachey

3) VERY GOOD LOOKING: Anderson Cooper, Duane "The Rock" Johnson, Kyan Douglas "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy"

2) GOOD LOOKING: Tom Cruise

1) HANDSOME: Tony Danza

[BenL]

Initially, we are attracted to a guy's physical appearance. However, a guy's personality, attitude, character and spirit can make him very ugly after you get past how he looks.

Conversely, some not-especially-handsome guys can have an inner beauty that shines through once you get to know them. Not talking trolls here, but very ordinary guys who wouldn't turn your head at first glance.

[Jennifer5]

Thanks for posting... it's interesting.

Personally, I always see a persons character above anything else. Someone who can make me laugh, yet feel safe and loved. Looks are nice, but in my mind definately not something that would determine whether or not I wanted anything to do with a person. :love:

[Daniel]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so the saying goes. My personal belief is that there is someone for everyone. The universe is generous.

[snuka12000]

BenL, I do agree with your reply.

Jennifer5, women think in a different way then men do. Men are very visual. Initially, the physical appearance of guys does matter to men. I don't think that it's like that with women. Let's be real. Men are attracted to looks first and then they get to know the guy and see his character.

Daniel, as I said this is my own personal guide. Every man does have his own preference as to what he likes in the way that a man looks and what he is attracted to.

[andrewlittle]

BenL, I do agree with your reply.

Jennifer5, women think in a different way then men do. Men are very visual. Initially, the physical appearance of guys does matter to men. I don't think that it's like that with women. Let's be real. Men are attracted to looks first and then they get to know the guy and see his character.

While I'm no real judge of how guys view guys, I'm more than a little insulted by the gross generalization about men being visual and being attracted by looks first. Are you sure that's not simply a projection of your own values onto half of the human species.

When I met my wife, we spoke because we were involved in a common endeavor. I got really interested because she had very sexy brains. I love women who are smarter than me. Now, while I can't say for sure, I don't think my preferences would have changed if I was gay.

Of course, that's the opinion of someone who would indeed be a troll on your scale.

I think you might run the risk of you and your perfect honey having the same interests - you may both love the same person.

[Daniel]

Every man does have his own preference as to what he likes in the way that a man looks and what he is attracted to.

And every man- or person I should say- looks dewy until the age of 25 or so. Is 'beauty' the thing to have at all costs- to be or obtain? That doesn't seem practical: everyone is in danger of slipping off your 'scale' if they live long enough. Beauty fades- you can be sure of that.

An what happens if one doesn't even rate? Is that person invisible? Are they worthless?

I'm glad that your are aware of what turns you on. I just hope you know that this kind of 'system' is- for many people- a big turn-off.

~

I guess this gets into what one considers beauty. There is, in case you haven't noticed, the oppressive force of looks, youth and beauty in gay culture. It is pervasive.

The Body Electric School has programs which are designed to help gay men connect with erotic energy in a healthy way. That sounds like progress to me. Anything that gets people away from the tryanny of beauty.

A man who can smile with joy is the look I want to see.

[u-dog]

Of course, that's the opinion of someone who would indeed be a troll on your scale.



Oh Come on Andrew!! I've SEEN you in 3d, remember? Just because you have a hump on your back and huge wart covered nose and hair growing in your ears does NOT make you a troll! For a middle aged fat man with foul breath you are VERY attractive. Really. :love:

[snuka12000]

andrewlittle & Daniel, I started this off by saying, "First of all, let me preface this by saying that this is just for fun so don't take it too seriously, even though it's my own personal scale/guide for the physical attraction and beauty of men." Where is your sense of humor? You've taken this far too seriously.

I must also say, keep it real! Are you not human? The truth that men are visual is a scientific fact. It doens't matter if you're a heterosexual or homosexual man. Generally, men like and are attracted to people that are aesthetically pleasing to them. There is nothing wrong with that. That is a very human thing. That is different for each individual man.

Do the looks of people change as they get older, of course. Should people that get in relationships look beyond the surface appearance, of course. This post wasn't about that. I could write a book about that. This was just supposed to be a light, fun thing. It's not good to be overly sensitive and make a big deal about everything. It something is supposed to be fun and not too serious don't make it serious and deep.

I know all about being discriminated against and judged because of how you look.

[snuka12000]

andrewlittle & Daniel, I started this off by saying, "First of all, let me preface this by saying that this is just for fun so don't take it too seriously, even though it's my own personal scale/guide for the physical attraction and beauty of men." Where is your sense of humor? You've taken this far too seriously.

I must also say, keep it real! Are you not human? The truth that men are visual is a scientific fact. It doens't matter if you're a heterosexual or homosexual man. Generally, men like and are attracted to people that are aesthetically pleasing to them. There is nothing wrong with that. That is a very human thing. That is different for each individual man.

Do the looks of people change as they get older, of course. Should people that get in relationships look beyond the surface appearance, of course. This post wasn't about that. I could write a book about that. This was just supposed to be a light, fun thing. It's not good to be overly sensitive and make a big deal about everything. It something is supposed to be fun and not too serious don't make it serious and deep.

I know all about being discriminated against and judged because of how you look.

[Daniel]

Fun and light? Sure if you say so.

Excuse me while I go powder my nose. The light on this thread is unflattering.

[snuka12000]

Hey, Daniel, it is fun and light.

There are a whole lot more important things going on in the world to get offended about. There is the war in Iraq, poverty, homelessness, people with no healthcare, etc. Those are things to have a fit about.