7 Sexy Things Guys Do Without Realizing It (Safe for work, porn for women)

[IronLionZion]

And a related article:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/01/27/the-11-most-attractive-things-men-do_n_4673122.html

1. Be kind, especially to strangers. Whether that's tipping the delivery guy extra when it's raining, pulling over to help someone with car trouble or holding the door open for someone with their hands full. As one user wrote, "Catching you doing something that shows your character... sexiest thing ever."

2. Laugh out loud. Because who isn't attracted to someone who finds joy and humor in the world? For one Redditor, "Genuine, uncontrollable laughter makes me want to kiss them."

3. Roll up their shirtsleeves. Redditors love forearms, which are "the equivalent of boobs for women" and "swoon-worthy."

4. Go gooey-eyed. The way someone looks at you can be very telling. One Redditor loves "When [your partner's] eyes get all sparkly when they first see you" -- who wouldn't?

5. Speak passionately. Commenters on the thread were in agreement that the topic is less important than the way they talk about or argue for it. One user wrote: "When my [significant other] talks excitedly about anything he cares about, even if it isn't really one of my interests, it is insanely attractive to me."

6. Hold a conversation. Being able to make "intelligent conversation" is a seriously underrated point of attraction. (For anyone who needs help, there's an app for that.)

And another one:

http://thoughtcatalog.com/chelsea-fagan/2013/10/19-surprisingly-hot-things-guys-do-without-realizing-it/

1. Having a perfectly subtle scent of cologne/aftershave that doesn’t overpower but leaves you with that “boy smell” that you just want to get high off of the rest of the day. (God forbid they let you borrow some article of clothing, in which case you might get some sort of lung infection from vigorously inhaling the fibers through your nose.)

2. Lingering on a hug for just a moment too long.

3. Looking you directly in the eyes when they talk to you, with perhaps the occasional glance down to your lips while you’re talking to them.

4. Licking their lips gently when they’re in the middle of a sentence, and allowing themselves to take that pause in the sentence and let everyone linger on their words.

5. Being really charming and kind with servers/bartenders while at restaurants, and being at once deferential to their knowledge and sure about what he likes. (This includes ordering for the both of you if you’ve already told him what you want.)

6. Leaving nice tips. (But giving you way more than just the tip, HEY-0.) (I’m sorry, Grandma.) (Please don’t be reading this.)

So ladies of DU, what makes you sparkly-eyed?

[fizzgig]

1. big arms and strong hands

the husband does manual labor and the sight of his arms sends me in to a swoon. and he loves my cats, no matter how much he denies it.

[PumpkinAle]

2. A wink

I just love a guy who winks

[lunatica]

3. A man who not only makes me laugh

but one who actually wants to make me laugh. Me. That kind of attention is flattering as hell and as sexy as it gets. and if he and I can get a witty rapport going I am forever his, even if forever is only five minutes long.

[Gravitycollapse]

24. "I am forever his, even if forever is only five minutes long." - That was deeply beautiful.

Just thought you should know.

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

4. Being kind to animals.

A man who loves kittens is a keeper, in my book.

[awoke_in_2003]

5. I love kittens...

but my next cat will probably be a rescue. I don't like the thought of cats being put down. I like the adults, too

[Skittles]

8. *SWOON*

[MrMickeysMom]

13. Makes me want to be a catcher, Skittles...

[840high]

15. Yum-Yum

[Arugula Latte]

10. Yep. I was going to say that. Nothing better than men who love the kitties.

And men who hate cats -- controlling assholes, all of 'em, sez I!

[mackerel]

6. I haven't seen to many guys wearing watches these days.

[IronLionZion]

12. I always wear a watch

It's the only Jewelry I wear. Even though I have the time on my phone and computer, I like having a nice looking watch on my wrist. A number of women have noticed and commented on it.

[kentauros]

19. Phones pretty much replaced watches.

I haven't worn a wristwatch in twenty years because it's dangerous to wear anything like that in food service (especially around big mixers.) I may not do that work any more, but I got used to not wearing them, and it just felt too weird when I tried again years later.

So, I have a pocket watch (that needs a new battery...)

[Skittles]

7. I'VE HAD IT WITH MEN!

*LIKED IT TOO!*

[IronLionZion]

14. I've had it with women!

It was awesome!

[Lydia Leftcoast]

9. Wicked glints in the eyes and the ability to play verbal ping-pong

[UTUSN]

11. I do *all* of those - just ask Skittles!1 n/t

[Skittles]

21. I WILL KICK MULTI-TASKING UTUSN ASS

YES INDEED

[UTUSN]

22. *AND* will *LIKE* it, yess indeedy!1 n/t

[LWolf]

16. One thing.

There are lots of things, but there is one single thing at the top of my list.

Be trustworthy.

[IronLionZion]

17. Yes!

That's a very important one. I'm glad someone values that.

[Wait Wut]

18. Being able to laugh at themselves.

Being able to admit defeat (especially when the victor is a woman).

I guess, a touch of weakness, in general. Just a touch. I don't wanna be anyone's mama except my son's (and his wifey).

[IronLionZion]

25. That's a good quality

Admitting defeat to a competitive girlfriend is good, especially if her "prize" is something romantic. Then its still a win.

[rug]

20. Damn, I thought I had it covered with a thorough wipe.

[pokerfan]

23. Being tender to her cat

I love animals anyway so it's not exactly going out of my way but she has said that she's "caught" me stroking her cat for no reason and that it's a turn-on.