maxallen
Mar 3 2004, 01:45 PM
Got an extra 15 or 20 minutes to take a fun on-line test? Try
The Physical Attraction Test from match.com. It gauges your reaction to photos and diagrams of various facial types & features, body types, height, etc. They will email you a quick version of your results, with a link to very detailed results, comparing your likes/dislikes to others. You can take the test specifically for men attracted to men.
You don't have to register to take it, you just have to put in your email address so they can send you the results. Try it, it's fun!
My results boiled down to:
QUOTE
Some may call one of your types \"Pretty Boys,\" but all you know is that they're gorgeous... classic good looks with small noses, beautiful eyes, and full lips... clean shaven, have clear skin, and get good hair cuts. They're taking good care of themselves so they can be \"pretty\" just for you!
Another subgroup of men you picked can only be described as \"Hunks.\"...\"All-American\" look... very handsome, without being either \"pretty\" or overly \"rugged.\" ... very masculine and strong, while the \"inner face\" brings more delicate features like a small to medium nose, beautiful eyes, and full lips. It's a balance between the masculine and the feminine that make these guys so irresistible.
It said I like a stocky body type, same height as myself, muscular but may be prone to being overweight later in life.
It was pretty dead-on for most characteristics that I like, except for one - I love a nice goatee, and I picked a lot of the pictures of goateed men as desirable, but it said I prefer clean-shaven men.
[ March 03, 2004, 12:49 PM: Message edited by: maxallen ]
faydman
Mar 3 2004, 02:55 PM
fun and fascinating. this is what it said about me:
Very Selective: You are very selective, compared to most guys, in the types of men you find appealing. You're wowed by "movie star" good looks, and in general, appreciate men with "traditional" or "mainstream" appeal. You probably face a lot of competition going after the most popular guys. Let others fight over the "movie stars" and you'll find a more unique guy who can be your own personal "hunk." See the pie chart below to see how many men fall into picky or open categories.
and, surprisingly (since i'm often accused of being a "rice queen" and my boyfriend is vietnamese):
Your choices did not show a strong interest in Asian men. The majority of your interests were in other races.
You found 15% of the Asian men in this test physically attractive.
You found 10% of the Asian men in this test "date-able".
all in all the results were pretty accurate though.
Allen
Mar 3 2004, 03:10 PM
Here's mine ...
QUOTE
Favorite Qualities
Your photo choices suggest a man over 40 is probably getting a little old for your tastes
You seemed interested in dating a man at least 25 or older
Handsome men
Wide, square chins
Long and narrow \"rectangular\" faces
So-called \"Mesomorphs,\" with square chins and wide faces
Favorite Looks
A subgroup of men you picked can only be described as \"Hunks.\" They have a clean-cut, \"All-American\" look. They're very handsome, without being either \"pretty\" or overly \"rugged.\" Their face shape and jawline are typically very masculine and strong, while the \"inner face\" brings more delicate features like a small to medium nose, beautiful eyes, and full lips. It's a balance between the masculine and the feminine that make these guys so irresistible. In fact, these guys have been chased after all their lives, by 1 in 3 men (35%).
Many of the features you found attractive are common among men described as \"Mediterranean Hotties.\" Their olive complexions and dark hair make them hard to resist. You especially liked the handsome, yet warm and approachable looking men with these features. Men from Italian, Greek, or Continental Spanish descent are popular among over 40% of men.
That's pretty damn good! I'm impressed.
luadun
Mar 3 2004, 03:31 PM
Wow! This is a cool test. I am impressed. This is how I rated... and it is so true!
Very Picky: It's official: You're "picky." The fact is you are drawn to the most handsome of the handsome. You know what you like in men and are more selective than most men your age. Your tastes seem instinctual. You'd make a great casting agent, because you have a good eye for men who have "star quality." In real life, your high standards may be an obstacle for you. It's hard to find a man with the strong features you like, who's also well-rounded in other ways. Still, you know the importance of a real physical "spark" in a relationship, and aren't willing (or able) to settle for less. The challenge is finding a man who really wows you physically, even if he's not the most handsome man in the room.
luadun
Mar 3 2004, 03:35 PM
Oh.. this is the rest of it.
Favorite Looks
You obviously liked guys that could easily pass as "Football Quarterbacks." They have strong, masculine faces, framed by a square jaw. They're also obviously strong guys with muscular necks. Still, they have a clean-cut "All-American" look and are handsome enough to shine on camera after the game as well! About 1 in 4 men (28%) found this "look" especially attractive.
Another subgroup of men you picked can only be described as "Hunks." They have a clean-cut, "All-American" look. They're very handsome, without being either "pretty" or overly "rugged." Their face shape and jawline are typically very masculine and strong, while the "inner face" brings more delicate features like a small to medium nose, beautiful eyes, and full lips. It's a balance between the masculine and the feminine that make these guys so irresistible. In fact, these guys have been chased after all their lives, by 1 in 3 men (35%).
QUOTE
luadun:
Wow! This is a cool test. I am impressed. This is how I rated... and it is so true!
Very Picky: It's official: You're \"picky.\" The fact is you are drawn to the most handsome of the handsome. You know what you like in men and are more selective than most men your age. Your tastes seem instinctual. You'd make a great casting agent, because you have a good eye for men who have \"star quality.\" In real life, your high standards may be an obstacle for you. It's hard to find a man with the strong features you like, who's also well-rounded in other ways. Still, you know the importance of a real physical \"spark\" in a relationship, and aren't willing (or able) to settle for less. The challenge is finding a man who really wows you physically, even if he's not the most handsome man in the room.
maxallen
Mar 3 2004, 03:36 PM
Hey, this reminds me of something else I've been meaning to post here. If you go to
www.tolerance.org, they have several tests to measure your biases; for example do you judge people by their looks, body type, race, sexual orientation, religion, etc. They have a dozen or so of them. From the homepage, find the "Dig Deeper" section and click on "Explore Your Hidden Biases." It's addictive.
They are rapid-fire tests, requiring a quick keyboard response; for example it tests whether you have an automatic response to associate Arab-sounding names with "bad" or "good", or if you automatically associate pictures of different races with pictures of bad things or good things. It's very humbling.
LoveJavy
Mar 3 2004, 03:45 PM
I clicked through the test, but when I got to the end, where it asked if I had flash, i clicked yes -- but it kept going back to the page asking me if I had flash. Help?
David1969
Mar 3 2004, 07:06 PM
Generally on target for me. I am "picky," attracted to "hunky, muscular" "pretty boys" or "boy next door" types, around my height with chest hair (but no back hair!). Glasses are OK, bald is OK on guys who have other sexy qualities.
Dead-on: that I don't like long hair and that I like guys older than me, especially guys in their early 40s. That's so true, the guys I've been seriously involved with have all been in their 40s.
Misfires: that I like clean-shaven guys, and guys with blue eyes. I *love* guys with beards & goatees, I think the hairy guys they had weren't the best examples. And I've never been too concerned about eye color.
This was fun.
Boltergeist
Mar 3 2004, 07:56 PM
Favorite Looks
Some may call one of your types "Pretty Boys," but all you know is that they're gorgeous. The combination of classic good looks with small noses, beautiful eyes, and full lips is hard to resist. These guys tend to be clean shaven, have clear skin, and get good hair cuts. They're taking good care of themselves so they can be "pretty" just for you! [Well, you and the 1 in 3 men (33%) that are also after them!]
You also liked guys that could easily pass as "Football Quarterbacks." They have strong, masculine faces, framed by a square jaw. They're also obviously strong guys with muscular necks. Still, they have a clean-cut "All-American" look and are handsome enough to shine on camera after the game as well! About 1 in 4 men (28%) found this "look" especially attractive.
Favorite Face Type
So-called "Mesomorph" faces obviously appealed to you. These faces can be shaped like a square or a rectangle, but are most noticeable because of their strong square jawline. The chins are clearly prominent from the front and side, and have crisp angles defining the sides of the chin. No sunken chins for you! This is by far the most masculine face type. Often, you'll also find strong, manly noses and beefy lips with this face pattern as well. About 41% of other men especially prefer men with this face type.
They also called me "very picky" as well
JR in TX
Mar 3 2004, 09:26 PM
I got the Pretty Boys/Hunks combo, too. I must admit, they were dead on with the
cutie they picked as my dream guy. I wonder if we Outsporters will skew towards a particular type?
illini n milwaukee
Mar 3 2004, 10:28 PM
They got it mostly right for me. Although they said I liked 'big boned' guys. I don't mind guys like the Mike Alstott type, but a healthy bulky.....
Favorite Qualities
Your photo choices suggest a man over 35 is probably getting a little old for your tastes
You seemed interested in dating a man at least 25 or older
Very handsome men
Wide and angular "diamond" or heart-shaped faces
So-called "Ecto-Mesomorphs," with narrow chins and nicely angular faces
Light brown hair
Favorite Looks
Some may call one of your types "Pretty Boys," but all you know is that they're gorgeous. The combination of classic good looks with small noses, beautiful eyes, and full lips is hard to resist. These guys tend to be clean shaven, have clear skin, and get good hair cuts. They're taking good care of themselves so they can be "pretty" just for you! [Well, you and the 1 in 3 men (33%) that are also after them!]
Another of the "looks" that you consistently noticed has been described as "The Boy Next Door." He has an open face, with big eyes, and a big grin. He has a youthful or boyish quality that will follow him throughout his life. Typically this look is associated with light brown hair, a close shave, and blue or hazel eyes. These guys convey a warm, trusting impression, but watch out for that mischievous side! Our studies find that about 1 in 5 men (18%) are especially attracted to this youthful look.
They didn't really have my facial type down either, although a lot of that is really just a case by case basis.
shore
Mar 4 2004, 06:08 AM
I haven't taken the test, but reading your responses to taking the test and the results--it all seems just like horoscopes to me. Say a few vague things, throw in a few specifics, wrap it up with a closer and there you go. No harm done, but you all seem so gullible to be so fabulous.
maxallen
Mar 4 2004, 06:20 AM
Ah, it's just something fun to do. I think we already have a pretty good idea of what we're attracted to. The test seems scientific in the way it's conducted, however you're right about the results. It's a farily new test, and when you go through the detailed results, they ask you at every point if they got your results "right", "mostly right", or "wrong", and they repeatedly tell you that they are adding more information to the data base, particularly about asians and african-americans.
Maybe I should have started a different thread about the bias tests at tolerance.org, instead of letting it get buried in here. I really think you guys would find them interesting.
Trevor
Mar 4 2004, 06:29 AM
So, I took this test. I think the match.com real tests are this way, as they have a personality test that is pretty darn good. here is my physical type:
Your photo choices suggest a man over 45 is probably getting a little old for your tastes
You seemed interested in dating a man at least 35 or older
Narrow and pointed "triangular" faces
So-called "Ectomorphs," or thin angular faces
So-called "Ecto-Mesomorphs," with narrow chins and nicely angular faces
Light brown hair
Favorite Looks
A subgroup of men you picked can only be described as "Hunks." They have a clean-cut, "All-American" look. They're very handsome, without being either "pretty" or overly "rugged." Their face shape and jawline are typically very masculine and strong, while the "inner face" brings more delicate features like a small to medium nose, beautiful eyes, and full lips. It's a balance between the masculine and the feminine that make these guys so irresistible. In fact, these guys have been chased after all their lives, by 1 in 3 men (35%).
There's something about "Outdoorsmen" that also appeals to you. These guys have a tanned, weathered look, along with ruggedly handsome features. You don't need them to be "pretty" or even "very handsome," but you are drawn by the masculinity and free-spirit they convey. These are not your "button down," "don't get your hands dirty" sort of men. About 1 in 4 men (24%) are drawn to these qualities as well.
Hey, Tonka, where are you? <G>
Trevor
SpartanJock
Mar 4 2004, 08:06 AM
It seems to be a pretty close match for me. But I have to admit there weren't too many of the guys that I really like!
Here are my results:
Favorite Qualities
Your photo choices suggest a man over 40 is probably getting a little old for your tastes.
You seemed interested in dating a man at least 25 or older.
So-called "Ecto-Mesomorphs," with narrow chins and nicely angular faces
Dark brown hair
Curly hair
Favorite Looks
Some may call one of your types "Pretty Boys," but all you know is that they're gorgeous. The combination of classic good looks with small noses, beautiful eyes, and full lips is hard to resist. These guys tend to be clean shaven, have clear skin, and get good hair cuts.
Another of the "looks" that you consistently noticed has been described as "The Boy Next Door." He has an open face, with big eyes, and a big grin. He has a youthful or boyish quality that will follow him throughout his life. Typically this look is associated with light brown hair, a close shave, and blue or hazel eyes.
Favorite Face Type
Faces known scientifically as "Ecto-Mesomorph" repeatedly caught your eye.
This was fun! It was interesting to see how close this all fits to my guy.
danimal
Mar 4 2004, 05:32 PM
QUOTE
LoveJavy:
I clicked through the test, but when I got to the end, where it asked if I had flash, i clicked yes -- but it kept going back to the page asking me if I had flash. Help?
That's what we in IT call a \"bug\" (and what Microsoft calls \"a feature we haven't yet figured out how to market\").
Oh, topic? My favorite looks were \"Outdoorsmen\" (see
Trevor's post) and ...
QUOTE
You also appeared to like a number of guys we refer to as \"Surfer Dudes.\" They have a natural \"look\" and way of presenting themselves that sets them apart from \"preppy\" or \"button down\" types. Their hair is medium to long and carefree. Being blonde or having a great tan doesn't hurt either! It's a very popular look and attracts over 40% of men.
Hmm, think that could be a problem in the Midwest?
The \"tan\" part probably comes from my picking a lot of the Latin and Asian guys (I admit, I envy colors other than mine: pasty white and lobster red
).
QUOTE
- Your photo choices suggest a man over 50 is probably getting a little old for your tastes
- You seemed interested in dating a man at least 35 or older
- Tanned skin and brown, black, or any dark hair
- So-called \\"Mesomorphs,\\" with square chins and wide faces
- Dark brown hair
- Wavy hair
Not too surprising, considering I'm well past 35 myself.
All in fun, guys. Certainly more amusing than the pile of laundry waiting for me at home. eek!
dwb56
Mar 4 2004, 06:21 PM
Apparently, I like Pretty Boys and Hunks. Well, duh. I could have told it that.
ursaminorjim
Mar 4 2004, 10:00 PM
Open: You have a more open and accepting view of what makes a man handsome than a lot of other guys your age. In the test, you didn't pick the most "popular" men, but instead seemed to focus on your own personal tastes. This doesn't necessarily mean that looks are less important to you than to other men. You simply have a unique set of criteria and keep your eyes open for special qualities that make a man, who may seem ordinary to most, extraordinary to you.
You seem to like qualities often found in men some describe as "Bears." They tend to be bigger guys, with full roundish or oval faces. Most have beards or some kind of facial hair. Typically, you can catch some chest hair peeking from under their shirts. Their nice smiles and warm expressions make them very approachable and so huggable!
There's something about "Outdoorsmen" that also appeals to you. These guys have a tanned, weathered look, along with ruggedly handsome features. You don't need them to be "pretty" or even "very handsome," but you are drawn by the masculinity and free-spirit they convey. These are not your "button down," "don't get your hands dirty" sort of men.
[ March 04, 2004, 09:03 PM: Message edited by: Jim ]
pat125
Mar 4 2004, 10:15 PM
I got the "pretty boy" thing too. But I swear that one of the guys pictured is my next door neighbor, or looked exactly like him, enough so that I'll have to ask him when I see him next.
[ March 04, 2004, 09:16 PM: Message edited by: pat125 ]
canmark
Mar 5 2004, 09:03 AM
Interesting test! It seems like they have a limited group of photo models, but then they mix and match features to create composite models. Sometimes the difference is small (glasses/no glasses; beard/clean shaven) and sometimes they take features from several different people and create a whole new person.
Some of the results weren't entirely accurate, but this part was:
QUOTE
Very Picky: It's official: You're \"picky.\" You know what you like in men and are more selective than most men your age. Your tastes seem instinctual... In real life, your high standards may be an obstacle for you... It's hard to find a man with the strong features you like, who's also well-rounded in other ways. Still, you know the importance of a real physical \"spark\" in a relationship, and aren't willing (or able) to settle for less. The challenge is finding a man who really wows you physically, even if he's not the most handsome man in the room.
Say it again, sister!
This guy was determined to be my ideal man. Now I want to know: Where can I meet him? :confused: wink
Hey Canmark, that's MY ideal man, too. Well, they did warn me I'd face lots of competition for the men I'm attracted to. I'm very picky and apparently attracted to pretty boys and outdoorsman (surprised I didn't get hunks). I think my results may be skewed by the fact that one of the tests I didn't realize that the pictures were only going to be up temporarily, so I didn't pick any of the first group.
I find it hard to pick people from stills of their faces...I'm hugely affected by facial expression. I think they did better on features other than face construction as a result--they saw me as attracted to mesomorphs & big guys, chest hair, facial hair, a full head of wavy dark hair, and a big smile.
One thing that was amusing (but perhaps not wholly innacurate):
Your photo choices suggest a man over 35 is probably getting a little old for your tastes
You seemed interested in dating a man at least 35 or older
Bill W
Mar 5 2004, 09:59 AM
I never buy men off the rack. Custom design is the way to go.
However, this is an undeniably true result for me:
QUOTE
Features You Usually Don't Like:
Men over age 30
Men under age 30
[ March 05, 2004, 10:01 AM: Message edited by: Bill W ]
danimal
Mar 5 2004, 01:42 PM
I got the same "ideal man" as
canmark and
JC ... think he'd be up for a foursome? wink
JR in TX
Mar 5 2004, 06:07 PM
He was not my ideal, but he was on the list. We're gonna wear him out!
denverguy
Mar 5 2004, 09:02 PM
I had the same "ideal man" canmark, danimal and JC. Wonder what's going on here? It's gonna be crowded.
timber07
Mar 6 2004, 02:08 PM
I am on Match.Com but I have never taken that test. I'm looking for a personality type, not so much a body type. I felt if I took that test it might give people the wrong idea about what I am looking for.
They also have a personality test. I did take that. They have been sending me "suggestions" of people to contact based upon the results of the test. It has been fairly accurate so far, but I still haven't found Mr. Right.
Since everyone else seems to be hung up on looks maybe I should take the physical attraction test and see what happens.
Eastsidewa
Mar 6 2004, 04:56 PM
My turn to display my results.
Your photo choices suggest a man over 40 is probably getting a little old for your tastes
You seemed interested in dating a man at least 25 or older
Handsome men
Long and narrow "rectangular" faces
So-called "Ectomorphs," or thin angular faces
So-called "Ecto-Mesomorphs," with narrow chins and nicely angular faces
Favorite Looks
One of the "looks" that you consistently noticed has been described as "The Boy Next Door." He has an open face, with big eyes, and a big grin. He has a youthful or boyish quality that will follow him throughout his life. Typically this look is associated with light brown hair, a close shave, and blue or hazel eyes. These guys convey a warm, trusting impression, but watch out for that mischievous side! Our studies find that about 1 in 5 men (18%) are especially attracted to this youthful look.
Some may call another of your types "Pretty Boys," but all you know is that they're gorgeous. The combination of classic good looks with small noses, beautiful eyes, and full lips is hard to resist. These guys tend to be clean shaven, have clear skin, and get good hair cuts. They're taking good care of themselves so they can be "pretty" just for you! [Well, you and the 1 in 3 men (33%) that are also after them!]
Should I constantly keep my hotmail account up and open waiting? Any good stories about results from Match.com I know a lot ladies at work use it. I'm too much of a jock type to ask another guy if he's had any luck using it-except here where I feel comfort. wink wink
timber07
Mar 6 2004, 06:35 PM
QUOTE
Eastsidewa:
Any good stories about results from Match.com I know a lot ladies at work use it. I'm too much of a jock type to ask another guy if he's had any luck using it-except here where I feel comfort. wink wink
I've had very good luck with it. Most of the guys on Match.com seem to be seriously interested in dating and relationships. If you are looking for a guy that you won't find hanging around a bar its a great place to start. I've been on it for about 5 months. Most of the guys I met have been great guys, but I'm still looking for Mr. Right.
Cattledog
Mar 6 2004, 07:52 PM
I got really unusual results. Apparently I like men that are Yankee fans, drink Guinness, and prefer going to baseball or hockey games as opposed to an opera or ballet.
Ballbusters
Mar 7 2004, 06:42 AM
I thought it would be fun to take the test but I am having trouble with it. I do have dial-up but does it take forever to download the test. I have waited like 15 minutes for "images to download". Is this the norm or something wrong on my end?
thanks
BPT-336
Mar 7 2004, 08:13 AM
QUOTE
denverguy:
I had the same \"ideal man\" canmark, danimal and JC. Wonder what's going on here? It's gonna be crowded.
That guy made my final 5 for some reason... but not my "ideal man". I think its the Colin Farrell-esque scruff thing which makes him show up just a little more than usual.
My ideal man was right on target. Kinda scary too. I'd show the picture.... but ya'll can't have him.
The_Hammerman
Mar 7 2004, 12:35 PM
After reading all of the posts in this thread, I decided to take the test. Did anyone else receive this response?
You also picked a number of men that we call "Professors." They're usually clean cut, handsome, and middle-aged. The words "dignified" and "confident" often comes up in describing them. They seem to convey a balance between masculinity and more warm, approachable qualities. Overall, 1 in 3 men (30%) of all ages find "Professors" appealing.
Fun little test to do when you have some time to blow.
Nick
fantomas
Mar 7 2004, 02:54 PM
My choice looks a lot like my partner. It also said I'm very open and that only 14% of the people share my attractions (sounds good to me).
Too bad he wasn't on the site:
[ March 07, 2004, 02:00 PM: Message edited by: fantomas ]
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