50 Genius Ways to Be Instantly More Attractive. (part 1)

50 Genius Ways to Be Instantly More Attractive.

Everyone has those days when you wake up feeling, you know, blah. Luckily, there are some little tricks you can use to instantly give your confidence a boost and make yourself appear more attractive to others in the process. Whether it's highlighting one side of your face or switching up the way you walk, looking good has never been so easy. Here's how to nail the transformation process.

1. Wear Red.
Who knew color could make such a big difference in your level of attractiveness? A 2010 study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology found women loved it when men wore red—and, the same went for women. In a separate study from Rochester University, men were more attractive to women in red as well. It's not just clothes, either: another study found red lipstick had the same effect.

2. Show Off Your Hips.
Don't try and hide your hips—flaunt them. Wear pants that show off your figure and feel free to sway a little when you walk: One study from Texas A&M University found the attractiveness of women went up a whopping 50 percent when they strutted with a hip sway. Just like Shakira always says: hips don't lie.

3. Make Yourself Look Taller.
Research has shown women prefer taller men over the short guys of the world, but just because you can't change your height doesn't mean you can't physically make yourself look like you grew a few inches. Experts say sticking to monochromatic color palettes—otherwise known as colors that are the same shade—will make you appear taller. Plus, it looks super classy: You can't go wrong with an all-black look.

4. Highlight the Left Side of Your Face.
You might not notice one side of your face being more attractive than the other, but a study published in the journal Experimental Brain Research found people preferred the left side of over the right. Whether you're taking pictures or chatting with someone, turn your head slightly to the right to showcase your left and you'll instantly look a little better.

5. Travel in Groups.
If you've ever watched How I Met Your Mother, the cheerleader effect is actually super legit. (Well done, Barney.) A 2014 study found people typically look much more attractive when they're in groups than they do on their own. So grab your friends and hit up your favorite hot-spots in packs.

6. Fill in Your Eyebrows.
Thin eyebrows used to be portrayed as the most attractive style, but the '90s are over. After analyzing pictures of 763 women in a 2017 study, researchers found those with bold brows appeared younger and more attractive. Learn how to fill in your brows for a thicker (but still natural!) look.

7. Put On Some Sunglasses.
There might be a reason celebs wear sunglasses all the time. According to one expert, there's actually some science behind it. Researcher Vanessa Brown found people tend to look more attractive when wearing dark shades because of a few reasons: they make your face look more symmetrical, it adds a little mystery (aka sexiness), and they have a history of being cool, making you look cooler, too.

8. Walk With a Swagger.
All right, guys—just like men think women are more attractive when they sway their hips, the same study found women found men more attractive when they walked with a swagger in their shoulders. But what does that mean, exactly? Basically it's when you move your shoulders up and down as you walk. Not a lot, but just enough to look natural.

9. Show Some (Arm) Skin.
You don't have to show off your legs to appear more attractive. One study found it's actually long arms that men are super attracted to, so start sporting those sleeveless tops whenever you need a little confidence boost.

10. Get a Dog.
All right, this one might sound a little silly… but it's scientifically proven, OK? According to multiple studies (yes, multiple!) men instantly look more attractive when they're holding or simply hanging out with a dog. Plus, added bonus: you'll also have an instant new best friend who thinks you're cute no matter what.

11. Stop Trying to Look Model-Thin.
Ignore those magazine ads! According to one study, men aren't as into super-skinny, model-thin women as you think; they actually think women with normal body weights are more attractive. Instead of striving to become stick-thin, own and accentuate what you've got.

12. Stop Crossing Your Arms.
It can quickly become a habit to cross your arms when you're standing, but opening up a little will make you look much more attractive. One 2016 study found having an open posture — especially when you're first meeting someone—makes you look more confident and charismatic whether you're male or female.

13. Show Off Your Jawline.
Men who show off their jawlines instantly appear more attractive, all thanks to evolution. One 2011 review dug into the topic and found it's more appealing to women for one specific reason: it's a super masculine feature that shows genetic strength. While your beard is great and all, you might want to trim it up so your facial structure is a little more prominent.

14. Rock Your Dad Bod.
Don't be self-conscious about your dad body. Instead, be confident about the extra weight. Yale researcher Richard Bribiescas found women are super into a little pudginess, meaning those extremely jacked guys don't get to have all the fun.

15. Throw on Some Heels.
Heels might make you feel a little sexier the second you slip them on, and they're scientifically proven to make you look more attractive, too. The reason? One study found it's simply because it makes women appear more feminine, particularly in the way they walk.

16. Ditch That Slouch.
According to Dr. Liza Egbogah, a health and wellness expert focusing on body and posture, good posture can "boost our attractiveness to potential partners," helping to "induce romantic attraction in potential mates." In addition, a 2012 study found that good posture, even if held for a short period of time, can increase levels of testosterone—the "hormone associated with confidence"—by up to 20 percent.

17. Go For The Hourglass.
According to Allena Rissa, editor of TheBetterFit.com, studies have shown that an hourglass figure is widely considered a draw, so to boost attractiveness, it can help to dress in ways that help accentuate this shape. For example, Allena recommends pairing "high-waisted skinny jeans with a cute crop top or lacy bralette, and [tying] the outfit together with a matching belt." This, she says, "will help to draw attention to your waist and also cinch it in with the belt, giving you a curvy shape."

18. Stand Tall.
No matter what your gender, Dr. Egbogah says, standing up straight is the first step towards telling others that you're both interested and interesting. Among other things, it signals "youth," as well as a certain openness and alertness that a hunched-over or slouched back fails to convey.

19. Look Up Or Ahead.
Whether they're glancing at their phone or their shoes, "Both men and women find it unattractive when the other sex is looking down," says Dr. Egbogah. So, if you're hoping to attract a partner, she says, "look up and enjoy the world."

20. Wear Stubble.
According to a 2016 study, says Dave Bowden, a men's style coach and founder of IrreverentGent.com, women "find facial hair more attractive than a clean shaven face." Even more than that, however, the study revealed that, of all the facial hair lengths, stubble is the "'most attractive overall.'" So to kick attractiveness up a notch, Bowden says, "ditch the razor" that shaves your face clean, and instead use "an electric beard trimmer that will leave a degree of stubble."

21. Opt for Contacts.
If you can handle getting your hands close to your corneas, try contacts. According to a 2011 study, the stereotype that glasses make people appear less attractive was "confirmed." So, if you're up for the challenge, opt for contacts instead.

22. Get a Tan.
There's a reason, says Bowden, that "most male models have darker skin." Women, he says, are "predisposed to finding darker shades of skin more attractive" in men, as it is associated with danger, virility, and mystery. So, while it's important not to "go overboard" and end up with an "oompa loompa" look, spending a few hours in the sun or lathering with a self-tanning moisturizer can go a long way towards boosting your attractiveness levels.

23. Lean Beats Bulky.
"A lot of what guys think what women want is huge muscles," says Patrick Kenger, a men's stylist and founder of Pivot Image Consulting. This, however, isn't exactly true, as women actually prefer men who have "less body fat and appear stronger." Instead of looking to bulk up at the gym then, Kenger recommends working towards an "athletic" look, and a lean, toned physique.

24. Stand With Your Feet Apart.
Standing with your feet "a little wider than shoulder width," says Dr. Egbogah, "signals virility and fertility," and is a "huge turn-on" for women. In addition to remaining cognizant of this posture when waiting at bus stops and other public locales, she recommends using this pose in pictures for dating apps and other profiles to really catch someone's eye.

25. Wear Bright Colors.
When it comes to color palette, says Misha Kaura, a fashion designer and author of the upcoming book The Science of Style, wear "as many bright colors as possible." After all, it's called peacocking for a reason: "So much of interpretation of attractiveness," she says, "is contingent on women making themselves easily noticed" by wearing "stand-out clothing."

to be continued