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Am I unattractive?

As I’m getting older I’m noticing the opposite sex more, but it doesn’t seem like they’re attracted to me, like actually most of them don’t even give me a glance, well few women have asked me for my number before but it hasn’t happened for years now. Btw I noticed that some women kinda play with their hair, is that a sign? Or is it just natural

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by Cookie20031
As I’m getting older I’m noticing the opposite sex more, but it doesn’t seem like they’re attracted to me, like actually most of them don’t even give me a glance, well few women have asked me for my number before but it hasn’t happened for years now. Btw I noticed that some women kinda play with their hair, is that a sign? Or is it just natural


Playing with hair is just a habit most of the time

Reply 2

I guess I’m just unbelievably unattractive then
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by Cookie20031
I guess I’m just unbelievably unattractive then

Don’t say that, everyone has different opinions on how they perceive you! Plus, you might be attractive to some people you’ve met or will meet.

Reply 4

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by Cookie20031
I guess I’m just unbelievably unattractive then

Oh, stop feeling sorry for yourself, and have a reality check.

Why "should" girls look at you? <Maybe try answering some of the following questions:-

Are you good looking?

Do you dress well?

Do you look after your health / body?

Do you smile?

Can you initiate and sustain a conversation?

Can you make yourself stand out from the crowd?

Do you put yourself in places where women are likely to be on the look-out?

Are you able to draw attention to yourself (in a good way)?


Obviously, that list isn't conclusive and there are other (similar) questions you can ask, but you get the idea. If you can't answer "yes" to at least some of those questions, then there's no reason for girls to fancy you... but... most of the above can be improved / worked on, if you're willing to put the effort in.

Girls playing with their hair CAN be a sign of attractiveness, but it ultimately depends on the context. If she's obviously put a lot of effort into her hair and she's running her hands through it, to draw your attention to it, then yes it could be flirting (kinda like Peacocking (or the female equivalent)... i.e. "look how long and thick my hair is, isn't that feminine?") . But if she's twisting strands round her fingers, it's more of a sign of restlessness, or fidgety.

Instead of relying on one thing, look for overall signs. Does she smile a lot when talking to you? Does she seem invested in you when talking to her? Do you get compliments on how you look or if you're good at something? Does she make excuses to leave when talking to you, or are you the one who ends the conversation?

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