What do guys notice in a girl?

Not being psychic, the only thing I have to go on when I first see a woman is her physical appearance.
Fair or not, people judge one another by looks and success. While looks can be deceiving, it's the only thing we have to go on. A woman with a firm body often *suggests* one with self control/respect. A woman in fine clothing suggests success and/or intellect.

It's the same with women judging a guy pulling up to the coffee shop by his car. If the guy is wearing nice clothing while driving a nice vehicle, chances are he has a good job and thus a good provider. At this point the woman probably won't mind talking to the guy to learn more, as she already knows he possesses at least one of the qualities she is looking for. This goes the same vice versa of course.

While almost every man does want a partner with a good sense of humor and a positive attitude, it can still only go so far in my eyes. While I do not expect supermodel beauty, I still want someone who has respect for their body.

For the Statistics.
23 - Recent Grad working in Career Job.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

Originally Posted by DarkWingedAngel

1- If looks can be deceiving, then why don't some people get to those who aren't 'hot' or 'sexy'? What's wrong with the average looking one? It's one argument that came up in our class. If you know that you can't always base someone's personality off their looks, then why do you do it? It is human nature but why not just TRY to get to know the girl that's not as pretty?

2- How does a woman in fine clothing suggest intellect? I disagree. I wear the most casual comfortable clothes I can yet I graduated with over a 4.0 GPA and so far my grades in my classes (I'm at the University now) are straight A's. It may show success... she has money and can afford or she could be going in debt with her credit card(s) while shopping.

1- Because an average person blends in, and thus is why they tend to be overlooked. When you are walking by a group of women, chances are the first one to catch your eye will be the one that stands out more. While walking down a busy street, I will study those whom I deem most interesting, since the time i have to study is limited.

As for sexy, it's a natural thing to be first looking at the one that is attractive, it's human biology. It doesn't mean that the very attractive one will be the one I speak to. On the other hand, chances are I won't be speaking to the one in the corner wearing the sweat pants either. This isn't because I think she is ugly or unintelligent, but simply because she won't draw enough attention to get my mind to think about her, unless she seems out of place. In which case I would probably crack a smile and wish I could do that sometimes. As Ayos stated, confidence is key. Those with confidence make it known, and often dress for it.

2- It depends upon your definition of intelligence. I know some extremely intelligent people whom have no idea that there exist pieces of clothing that don't portray some video game character. While you are right in saying that a woman dressed in very fine business attire may just be putting on a show while driving up her credit limit, she could also have a very good job and lots of success. Same could be true for the one wearing jeans. That is why we will talk to people, and even date them before getting into a serious relationship. That girl sitting in the corner wearing sweatpants may in fact be a super genius with an excellent job, but what has she done to draw any of my attention? There are different types of intelligence, it doesn't mean that you cannot succeed without straight A's in school. It all depends on the field you are in.

You asked what it was that I noticed in a girl. I just stated that although I know as well as many that looks can be deceiving, that it is all we have to go on. Most people dress to express themselves.

There's nowhere I can't reach.

Originally Posted by DarkWingedAngel

I agree. People dress to express themselves. I dress casually, expressing I'm layed back, pretty much worry-free, relaxed, wanting to have fun... but when I see a girl who's dressed in those fasion outfits (that cost a lot of money) it's like "i'm high maintence". I don't know. Those girls dressed like that, at least when I was in high school, had the most "It's all about me" personalities. Then they got the boys and it's like "How? They are too into themselves" It's strange to me. And if it's because they aren't like that around their boyfriends, why the mask?

One day in high school this guy was like "There is no way you are the same person at home that you are in school" but I am. I'm the same person online that I am offline. I don't like wearing masks.

Judging by the description of yourself, I would have judged you as a laid back person contempt with the way things are going, with not much desire for anything to change. I would probably also figure you to already be in a relationship. I'll be honest though, the "wanting to have fun" part would be the last thing I would figure someone of your description. Rarely do I meet outgoing women whom dress in plain clothes. those in loose comfortable attire are generally conservative and laid back.

As for the expensive high fashion ones, my mind screams *stay away*, fortunately it's rare that this wrong. It's those that dress in more professional clothing that interests me.

But then again, this was suppose to be a question of WHAT do I notice about a girl, not try to theorize the difference between how one dresses and their personality and life style.

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.