Why do some women like to fix men's clothes?

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And I don't mean necessarily those of their romantic partners. I don't mind it honestly, but in my opinion I see it more as an OCD thing rather than something with further implications.

Adam_INTJ · Accepted Answer

I think it's some uncontrolled OCD. It's immature.

You shouldn't go around touching strangers or acquaintences unannounced. It's rude. Girls would rightfully be spooked or annoyed if a guy walked up and tried to adjust their hair or jewelry. I push their hands away and tell them to lay off.

Plus, women usually don't have as much knowledge of men's attire as men do. For example, most won't have heard of a four-in-hand tie knot or know that it's actually supposed to be asymmetrical.

It's maybe acceptable if it's before an important event and you're his mom, sister, or wife, but beyond that, keep your hands to yourself!

AviatorTom · Accepted Answer

We guys generally can't tell if our tie is straight or the collar is correct. Plus, we often don't really care about looking perfect. Many women, on the other hand, want things to be perfect, and have no problem jumping in and making sure we guys look good, especially when they are with us.

msmissydc · Accepted Answer

So first I dont go for random men and fix their clothings. So that leaves bassically my husband, two friends my dad and father in law as the few people I would do that for.
Bassically its only for things that you can't see as the wearer or when I feel its one of those things some men seem to be blind for.
Yes its more an 'OCD' thing, prefer to call it female look on things.

Orangekiss · Accepted Answer

Because they are really scoping them out for things to wear when they paint their room so they don't get paint over their own clothes. We are not dummies you know.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

I think it is uncontrolled mothering insitincts.

Avicenna · Answer

Probably because they want their man dressing the way they want their man to look

Amara_09 · Answer

I don’t know what you mean, men like to dress me up and fix my clothes…………it like having a personal maid

blackburn21 · Answer

I second someone saying mothering instincts. I just like to care about people and I see men as creatures needing that caring.

Phoenix98 · Answer

we don't really care about looking perfect I mean I wear two completely different socks like 99% of the time. Women on the other hand care very much about appearances. But I also think it's partly that by fixing out clothes they can take some small amount of pride in how good we look and be like yeah I did that.

Fireguy17 · Answer

I think it is the mother instinct in them.

To them it's just a normal thing they do without thinking.

I can't get out of the house if we are going out until I'm attacked by the lint brush to get the cat hair off of me.

I tell my wife sorry I'm such embarrassment to her.

It drives me nuts.

genericname85 · Answer

it's more so the slightly narcissistic display of the nurturing character than fixing any obvious visual flaw in their partner.

loveslongnails · Answer

Let's not over analyze this; most guys don't clean up all that well when it comes to fancier dress. Jumping to "OCD" because she fixes your crooked bowtie or pulls up your tie to cover the button is a big stretch. If you don't know you collar is up in the back and you're wearing a suit to a formal occasion, be glad she spotted it, but it doesn't mean she's got a disorder!

NathanDavis · Answer

as someone with mild OCD, I do it too... or tell them to do it, lol

Altheavas · Answer

I don’t at all. I rather close my eyes, and pretend I didn’t see it. I won’t touch anyone without their permission!

KelseiGrammar · Answer

It's the nurturer in us. Don't overthink it. And if it's  your  woman, she simply cares how you look when you leave the house. You represent us out there!

molonski2 · Answer

I think they all do don't they? I think I've even had women do it who don't know me , I'm not sure , I think its instinct.. Just let me fix that for you a little..

fantasticass · Answer

I always "fix" his tie. My boyfriend is clueless when it comes to clothing. However, if it was a random guy, I would ask him first, I would never approach without asking. ✌️

SotiCoto · Answer

Because they're control-freaks, probably.  I don't really know, but this question was always at the top of the question page every single time I reloaded it, so I'm answering to make it go away.

Danny_dan92 · Answer

I think it has to do with the artistic, creativity factor that is within women. Women like being creative, case in point this is why women are obsessed with interior design and they decorate their rooms way more than us guys do

smne35 · Answer

They can't help it if they wanted to it's just their nature, God bless them for it or dudes would walk out looking like a ruffled mess, lol

modeunae · Answer

I dunno, mate. Maybe it's OCD, but if it's a stranger or someone you don't get too physically close with-- she might be attracted to you.

DeeDeeDeVour · Answer

I, personally, just saw something a bit off and simply wanted to straighten it out.  That's all.

PBandJ_Nerd · Answer

Sometimes it's OCD. If I see something that needs fixing, I'll fix it if I can't stand to see it like that.

Anonymous · Answer

It's a sign of care to assist someone with their attire. A man that I'm with , I just want to help out if he missed a tuck. For anyone else I will simply say discretely that their shirt is inside out or tag is out. For someone who has broken their hand or something I love to help carry their bags or zip up their coat.

NYCQuestions1976 · Answer

For the same reasons they like to pop pimples. Women feel the need to "fix" people, while men feel the need to "fix" things.

1ash-Silver · Answer

Her mother raised her properly to cater to her man's needs 🙌👏👏👏

EmmaMary · Answer

Personally it seems to be just a woman's thing!

Cutegirl06 · Answer

I fix my boyfriends clothes like if his shirt collar is inside I fix it for him.

strateguy632 · Answer

because they see it and and want to help it look nicer.

Sonjita · Answer

I do it to make them feel small... there may be nothing to fix at all

DermalPunch · Answer

Because you guys look hit and its annoying.

Anonymous · Answer

I work events that require men to wear tux shirts and bow ties and one of my coworkers looks SO hot when he's on point, trouble is he doesn't care, so I usually have to pick nits and that includes the bow tie

CuriousMufuxka · Answer

Control freaks. It's an emotional override that goes beyond being respectful and relying on the fact that they're female and won't cause a scene.

exitseven · Answer

It is not so much that they like doing it, a lot of guys cannot dress themselves.

andreasderjuengere · Answer

Because that clothing needs fixing, I guess?

kitty71 · Answer

I dont see anythign wrong with it. Why you see it as wrong?

stratford · Answer

They see the guy as an extension of themselves so they want him to look his best.

_no_one_ · Answer

I actually like them doing that coz it makes me feel they are noticing me. more lol.

OddBeMe · Answer

Maternal instincts. Same as when they stop us playing aerosol lighter tag, or have that last beer.

Ziedextro10 · Answer

Because Men don't know how to do it💀☠️ 😆 jokes apart but really do you guys even look at yourselves after getting ready... (My dad gets ready in 5min😂)

12karen · Answer

I like taking care of the other so, I take it as normal behavior

legalboxers · Answer

because we can't dress. And we dress to compliment them. We look like crap.. so do they..

AngryCarl · Answer

Women are literally offended by sloppy dressing. They HAVE to fix it.

Paul09 · Answer

Women are more caring I guess. I'd appreciate it.

In_Trance · Answer

For the same reason some men like to fix women's jewelry

muscles_glasses · Answer

as a guy Im never goung to. say no to a women touch me - even its just to fix my clothes

Anonymous · Answer

I mean if something is off id just like to fix it so he looks more presentable

Anonymous · Answer

I like to fix women's clothes and brush the back of my hand up against their titties.

WhitneySnow · Answer

They like everyone to look their best

TruliAdreamerInLove · Answer

Maybe they think they’re incapable.

katiesmuff · Answer

Because we notice!

citygirlxox · Answer

Let’s us put our hands on the man

systemsareyo · Answer

I wouldn't like my significant other doing that 🥳

Ruenella_ · Answer

It looks better afterwards.

RedInnocent68 · Answer

It makes them feel useful.

Anonymous · Answer

Some men can't dress themselves.

Energetic_Dad_35 · Answer

That is a choice.

boobliker · Answer

just to be mum

Iron_Man · Answer

Mommy instincts,

Minahh · Answer

Because then can't fix it themselves

krin_m · Answer

Yeah, that is a bit offensive.

BLP11520 · Answer

It is in their DNA. Seen it my whole life.

Syippaaa99 · Answer

That how we show that we’re caring for them

Anonymous · Answer

I think it’s the nurturing in them

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