Why do men always say they prefer brunettes...?

Question

while women say blondes get much more attention? Just from observation and being a blonde, I have noticed that blondes do get a lot of attention. I'm not the hottest chick in the world, I'm a little above average, but I see most male heads turn when they see long blonde hair and a decent body enter the room. But then so many men claim they don't like blondes. I see that generally a blonde will get more attention than a brunette of equal attractiveness.

Do men actually equate stereotypical personality traits into their preference? Are they afraid to say they like blondes because they don't want to be viewed as preferring the ditzy, shallow type? Do they actually believe those stereotypes? Or is there something unattractive about the blonde hair itself? Just curious.

I would prefer somewhat intelligent answers, not just "I like blondes" or "I like brunettes" Any deep thoughts?

gowpet, that was profound.

Answer 1

First off let me say...This is just my answer...And doesn't apply to the asker...Most men do prefer Brunnettes..although we do agree that Blondes are much nicer to look at because only their appearance in most cases is brighter and catches the eye faster its the old red-car versus the black car scenerio...doesn't mean that one is any better than the other which is definately un-true...and no one deserves to be judged on something as shallow as hair color alone...Some Blondes think that its ok to be shallow because society says so.. there-fore they feel like they have some sort of universal permission to come up with some of the most un-educated statements and answers ever to be recorded by man-kind...i.e the simpson sisters...no wonder nick lashey ran away so fast...Lol....I love all women and they wiil always be to me one of Gods most amazing creations...

Answer 2

Men are visual creatures. They notice everything about a woman! And some do go for blonds, because there is a stereotype of the ditzy blond.
And I have always heard that "gentlemen prefer blonds". Blond hair is striking and to some, more attractive than darker hair. I also think that it matters how a woman carries herself when she comes into a room. If she looks her best, and has an air of confidence, she's likely to get more attention, no matter what her hair color.

Answer 3

I think you're probably on to something with the stereotyping thing. I prefer brunettes (just instinctually) but it's probably due to some of the negative stereotypes I have about blondes. Like being fake, or dumb, or superficial, or whatever. Usually, if a guy knows you - these stereotypes don't really come into play so much. Just my thoughts.

Answer 4

Well I'm blonde so thanks for the insults, and I do think that guys go for brunettes, and that's one of the reasons I feel like I'm not good enough. No offence to any other blondes, and I am sure you are perfect.

Answer 5

Blondes tend to be sexier when they are younger, but brunettes seem to retain their looks well into the golden years. In all my years I have only dated 2 blonds, 1 red head, and about 40 brunettes.

Answer 6

Blondes have fun but Brunettes get things done.

Answer 7

I don't know...i look at blondes when they enter the room because there hair is so bright and it grabs my attention.... but in guys it doesn't matter to me what color there hair is...(but i prefer brunettes)

Answer 8

fortunately for me my darlin does want brunettes or i could be asserting dye this hair toddler...i'm uncertain why precisely...i think of everybody is excellent...you recognize they say blondes have greater exciting so i'm shocked maximum adult males do no longer want them...

Answer 9

its probably cos brunettes are considered to be the hottest

Answer 10

Blondes are playthings, while brunettes are for life.