Girls, do you like the bad boy type? Tattoos, piercings, attitude?

[Anonymous]

I've been told I'm the 'bad boy' type and the only time it's ever been bad is a girl wrote me off saying I should come with caution tape but still kissed me lol. I'm not a bad guy, maybe the look and ego but I'm a great boyfriend. Anyway, do you like a more clean cut guy or bad boy?

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Okay I think. I said this wrong. I'm talking purely looks and I'm not saying looks are everything. It's just like asking if a guy like blondes or brunettes. I'm saying a guy with a great, confident personality but is respectful and nice but just happens to have the look that is associated with the 'bad boy'

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Okay this is getting all misconstrued lol. Take away the 'bad boy' phrase. I DO NOT mean a bad attitude I'm talking a respectful man that has confidence and tattoos and piercings lol. As opposed to, I don't know, an Abercrombie and Fitch clean cut guy (idk how else to describe it).

[LittleMissGriff]

Honestly, if at 25 a guy is still running around with facial piercings, I tend to be unimpressed. If he's a tattoo artist, an employed musician, or generally working in a field where that sort of look is of benefit, that's fine, but when they're still trying to rock the punk look and wondering why none of the conservative engineering firms are giving him a job, I'm completely turned off. It's not so much the look as the social context that comes with it. I'm looking for someone solidly employed, who makes responsible decisions and doesn't like to whine when things don't go their way.

Tattoos, on the other hand, bother me not at all. I do tend to prefer ones that can be covered for work, if necessary, because it reflects a level of foresight put in to the tattoo - it meant he knew this was for life and at some point he'd probably have to work a job where showing tattoos wasn't allowed. But unless it's something overtly offensive, I'm perfectly find with ink.

Honestly, looking back, I'm pretty sure every guy I've been involved with had a tattoo, whether I knew it at first or not.

[Babydollxo]

Yes!! Tattoos are so hot, like the ones on their chests if they can pull them off
I'm not really into the whole piercings and wearing more jewelry than I do (thick chains, those leather cuff things) but sometimes it's hot if it's in moderation.
And the attitude really depends on the guy. If he's a complete jerk, no. If he treats people like shit no. If he's an alcoholic and abusive guy but goes by "bad boy" because he can't face his own problmes, then hell no. But if he has a bit of an edge to him, possibly like mystery and danger kind of vibe, then yes, that is friggin sexy.

Also motorcycles <3

[Babydollxo]

www.carisroane.com/.../...-263-Shoulder-Tattoo.jpg

If this tattoo went onto his chest a little bit it would just be like... wow. But most tattoos are nice as long as they have a meaning and you get them done properly

[Asker]

Lol I think I may not have worded it all right. I'm saying a guy who is respectful and nice, but has confidence and the physical appearance of the 'bad boy'

[Babydollxo]

Oh ok well then yes, I'd say bad boys are definitely more my type tbh

[pr3ttybr0wn]

I like tattoos but not piercings. I guess u could say I like the bad boy look :) ok im lying I really love it!

[bothamomandfiancee]

i agree

[etpige]

Same here hah

[Genie23]

Tattoos? I don't mind as long as they are meaningful. Don't like overly big tattoos though.
Piercing? No, I don't like it.

[bomba78]

I love the "look" and will go for the bad ass looking type over a clean cut guy any time and every time.
Of course, as you say, if he only looks the part but is otherwise a great guy with great character and ambitions.

My fiance does not have any tattoos (yet) nor piercings, but he has a 70's rocker vibe about him. (very Jim Morrison) and recently has moved a bit towards Rock'nRoll Style because he cut his hair since he got his motorcycle (you know, because helmet hair... lol) and now looks more like the current Alex Turner. SO haaawt <3...

From experience I can say that the people that get most shit and prejudice for their looks are often the nicest and sweetest people. (talking about tattoos/piercings, goths, hard rockers and anything out of the norm)
Most assholes I have met, have been the clean cut ones. i don't know exactly why this is, but I would guess that people that have always been different, have different values and focus more on the important stuff than on a perfectly straightened shirt.

[CHARismatic110]

I guess I like a mixture? I love tattoos, especially on guys. It's something about a guy with sleeves and chest pieces. It's a turn on for me That said, I find it even sexier when those tattoos are peeking from underneath a rolled up button up.

I used to ride the subway to and from high school and there would always be this guy on my train that carries a briefcase and looked like your normal corporate carbon coby. Until Spring rolled around and he started to carry his suit jacket instead of wearing it. The first time I saw his tattoos I was pleasantly surprised. He was already attractive, but seeing those tattoos made him sexy.

[Asker]

Haha yeah I hide mine under my suit as well. Blazer with an unbuttoned dress shirt showing it off slightly in spring. I love my look Lol.

[CHARismatic110]

Yes! That's perfect! I love that look as well.

[omeglemissy69]

Well in personal opinion I love bad boys. And let's be honest having a bad boy who's good just for me is a major turn on. Then again I have an alpha trait. I consider tattoos and piercings a major turn on. Have a couple of tattoos myself. They tell a story. And bad boys have an edge to them, you know they stand tall and have an air of authority around them. For me at least a guy who isn't able to challenge me gets boring. Sure I want to be spoilt with attention, but money isn't everything, nor looks. They matter, of course, no one falls in love with personality at first sight. Knowing a guy who is a bad boy and would challenge me would be a nr 1 priority for me

[Asker]

I think you're the first one who knew exactly what I was talking about from the start. Thank you lol

[omeglemissy69]

Lol you're welcome. Seeing your picture I get what you mean. You do have an edge that with a serious look and stance can be "branded" as bad boy. But then again it depends whether the other party is intimidated by this or is intrigued. I'm definitely intrigued. And I'm not standard. There was a biker gang at a pub one night I went with friends and I was eyeing up one of them wondering what he's like. I like dangerous things as well and love some bikes. When they were leaving this one was taking more time and was near me so just when he was about to leave I yelled "Take me with you!" and he smiled and ended up telling another biker about it because I saw them both look back and turn to look up at me and I just smiled and waved like an idiot and we all just started laughing. Sorry for the novel but this just shows that the reaction just depends on the person

[Asker]

Lol I mean I'm far from a biker but I feel you. I'm in a suit during the day but I know the shaved head, tattoos, earrings n all that give me an edge when I'm dressed down.

[omeglemissy69]

You mentioned in your question Clean cut guy and bad boy. and looking and you in the suit you're a mixture of both. We all have 3 sides.1 we show to people normally. 2 which our close friends and family see. and the side which no one will ever see. In this time and age discriminating people upon tattoos and hair style and clothing is just dumb, i believe. When someone said something bad about tattoos then I kinda pulled my sleeve up and showed them mine. I have SEMPER FI tattooed on me and I don't even have any connection to the military. I live in the UK but read loads of books about USMC and the meaning is important for me. And I have another one on my back. And will get a few more.
It's all about mentality at the end of the day and if someone doesn't get your reason for the tattoo shaved head and piercings then it's their loss.
I never get why people jump to serious conclusions like that. I like to get to know people, doesn't mean I'm getting married...

[MAJ4251]

Tattoos and piercings don't dictate whether I'd find someone attractive. And a bad attitude is something I'm not gonna put up with.
But really, if someone is interested in you strictly because they see you as the "bad boy" type, the relationship isn't going to last long.
But I guess I'd say i go for a more clean cut guy. It just happens that my fiance doesn't have any tattoos or piercings but if he did, it wouldn't make much difference to me. I love him for who he is, not for what's on his body.

[Asker]

No no I'm not saying anyone should love someone just for that I just mean the look, because let's be real, attraction is important too. Just a general question.

[musicbrain5]

Tattoos are fine as long as he's not covered in them and they're meaningful, tasteful and not offensive. My husband has tats so I'm not going to say I don't like them, lmao. Piercings, meh. I'm not really into face piercings on anybody but ears are okay. Some people go way too far with piercings and other body modifications though.

As for attitude or demeanor, I'm definitely not into the douchey bad boy kind of crap. He should be an all around respectful and considerate guy who also knows how to stand up for himself and bring people down a few notches if he has to.

[dragonfly6516]

Alpha males are confident; they don't worry because they know they'll come out on top. That *usually* means that they generally give no fucks. Not because they literally don't care, but because they know things will work out in the end. Confidence means they know how to get shit done, and that creates a sense of safety and security that women need. They don't need or seek the approval of others either. They don't waste anyone's time trying to convince anyone of who or what they are or are not.
The answer to your question is an undeniable HELL YES.

[Zandra]

Honestly I think both are equally attractive. I'm just as attracted to tougher looking guys as I am to more clean cut guys... it's not really a factor for me! But I can say that I'd most definitely prefer a guy that dresses simply and more manly than one that is extremely preppy and dresses like a rich guy. Their features may still be attractive but that style is kind of unattractive to me, probably because I like guys that are really down to earth and easy to get along with and guys that look like they came from a country club don't exactly give out a super approachable vibe.

[Poppykate]

I think that its all about what you want to achieve. If you are a musician or work in a hardware store, or are a tradie. Then, you could kept the bad boy look. However, if you wanted to work in education, medical, or high level corporate, you will go further, and unfortunately will be respected more with a cleaner more polished look. ( sad, but unfortunately that's how the world works- and yes there are exceptions, but generally...). It's the same with woman. If you want to attract a sexy woman, who takes care of herself, dresses beautifully etc. you will have to put in more effect. Simple.