Bulletin board by Madelyn Lersch

madlersch — 2024-02-28 15:20:32 UTC

The first photo is the face of Marilyn Monroe, a symbol of beauty. Below are two examples of if her face was perfectly symmetrical. Although humans are naturally drawn to symmetry, some of our most beautiful figures have asymmetric faces.

madlersch — 2024-02-28 15:25:58 UTC

Bilateral symmetry suggests that most people would find the right image more attractive than the left.

madlersch — 2024-02-28 15:31:01 UTC

Hip-to-waist ratio suggests that smaller waists from hips are more attractive. Above, each woman on the far left is found to be the most attractive out of their line. Evolutionary perspectives suggest that larger hips are more attractive because they are more appropriate for childbearing.

madlersch — 2024-02-28 15:33:27 UTC

Above are examples of average face compliance, but suggest dimensions of face can also be displayed with intelligence levels

madlersch — 2024-02-28 15:41:16 UTC

Studies suggest that men find women with tattoos more attractive because they appear more rebellious, suggesting they are seen as more assertive, self-confident and independent.

madlersch — 2024-02-28 15:44:26 UTC

It is suggested that humans are attracted to those who share similar traits as them. If someone has many piercings or body modifications, they are more likely to find someone with piercings and body modifications more attractive than someone without them.