How2Day: What Traits Do Women Find Attractive?

Some traits increase the odds a woman will find a man attractive. B2M Productions/Brand X Pictures/Getty Images
It's difficult to find the answer to the eternal question, "What do women want?" Men try various methods to attract women, hoping to find the ideal mate or at least find someone who they want date. While women have their own individual ideas about what they look for in a man, there are certain traits that tend to be desirable across the board. If a man can manage to incorporate a few of these traits that women find attractive into his persona, his chances of success will be greatly improved.

Whether a woman will admit it or not, looks do play a role in attraction. It's not a deal breaker, but a man who stays fit and healthy and is consistently well groomed will tend to have more chances with women. Of course, even a good-looking man will quickly be shot down if it's apparent he's a jerk upon opening his mouth. Likewise, an average-looking guy can win the heart of a woman if he has other endearing qualities.

According to "Primer" Magazine's website, a woman is turned off by a man who doesn't take personal grooming seriously. If a woman sees that a man doesn't take good care of himself, she assumes he would have a difficult time caring about anyone else. Good hygiene habits and physical fitness go a long way in presenting the right image at first sight.

Being cocky can be a turn off for many women, but a certain level of subtle self-confidence is a trait women are really attracted to, according to the Secret 2 Women website. A man who is comfortable in his own skin tends to enjoy himself more. This is infectious and tends to make others around him have a good time as well. Confident men are also fearless about embarrassment and are not afraid to show emotion when it's appropriate. An insecure man who can't make a decision on his own tends to be a single man.

When it comes to a real relationship, women find intelligence attractive. This may not be important for those looking for one-night stands or only physical encounters, but in order for a woman to really connect with a man, he needs to show that he's got some brains.

Men who are intelligent tend to be more interesting and can have better conversations. However, a know-it-all type should not be mistaken for an intellectual.

A good sense of humor is a must for many women. Most women find men who are humorous to be attractive because they put everyone around them at ease. Men who can laugh at themselves are also perceived to be able to handle stress easier and can deal with serious issues more effectively, according to the Secret 2 Women website.

Women aren't usually interested in a man without a future plan. If a man lives at home with his parents and works a dead-end job or is unemployed with no ambition to better himself, he is not considered an ideal boyfriend. Women like to be with men who have a plan for their own lives, who are independent and who can take them out to have a good time.

A man doesn't have to be rich, but being broke because of laziness is certainly not a good way to impress a lady.

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