Physical attractiveness/ attraction in relationships is not overrated. Don’t get confused and dismiss it, thinking that love is blind. The expression “love is blind” only applies when you have built a strong connection with your soulmate. Even then, looking your best can still be key in keeping the spark alive in your romance.
But before delving deeper, let’s explore physical attraction in relationships. Here are some insights from Psych Central.
Physical Attraction in Relationships
This is quite self-explanatory: it refers to the level of physical attractiveness a person brings to a relationship. Although we often state our preferences and accept what comes our way, attraction does matter, as the heart in love would say.
However, a fine line exists between being vain and valuing physical attraction. It’s important to understand that only individuals who resemble Barbie and Ken will find love if it’s solely based on appearance. Fortunately, physical attraction can be interpreted in different ways.
- People are attracted to a person’s physical features, such as their eyes, body, and overall physique.
- People are attracted to a person’s fashion sense and how their clothes enhance their appearance.
- People can also be attracted to someone’s hygiene.
In some relationships, other factors are prioritized over physical attraction. These may include shared values, empathy, similar interests, a sense of humor, and more. Since individuals have different preferences, it’s important to be honest about what you desire in a relationship.
Most of the time, when physical attractiveness is the sole basis for love, it may be superficial and short-term. However, in other instances, physical attraction is merely the initial spark. As the couple gets to know each other, a deeper bond goes beyond the physical.
It’s Always Important To Look Good
Whether you’re looking for love or simply being yourself, it is always important to look good. The benefits of looking good outweigh any potential disadvantages. Smelling nice and dressing in a way that flatters your body shape never goes out of style. When you enter a room looking good, heads turn, and you may even receive the attention you deserve.
For women, men’s fashion sense may not matter as much as men’s attractiveness to women in heels and dresses. So perhaps women have more advantages when it comes to looking good (pulchritude). However, in the end, it’s important for everyone, regardless of gender or relationship status, to simply look good.
