Temptalia Asks You – What’s the first thing you notice about someone else’s appearance?

Date: January 21, 2008 - Posted in: Temptalia Asks You

What’s the first thing you notice about someone else’s appearance? On a woman? On a man? (Hey, they might be different!) Why do you think that is?

For me, I generally notice whether someone is smiling, that’s the first thing I always zero in on. I guess it help indicate to me whether they’re happy or enjoying the moment or not! If not their smile, maybe then their overall facial expression.

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31 Responses to “Temptalia Asks You – What’s the first thing you notice about someone else’s appearance?”

  1. Kristen

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    For either a girl or a guy, the first thing I usually notice is the outfit they’re wearing. I’ve gotten lots of great ideas of cute things to wear from just passing girls on the street.

    • Christine

      Monday, January 21, 2008

      That’s great, Kristen! I get ideas from other girls who look wayyy trendy and stylin’, too!

  2. kat

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    Probably what they are wearing; because usualyl you can see that from farther away than a facial expression or something. When I talk to people or look at people, I am always looking at their eyes though…. I don’t know why! But you’re right; I definately notice a nice big smile!

    • Christine

      Monday, January 21, 2008

      That’s a good point, Kat! It’s good that you notice the eyes – better eye contact is always a plus!

  3. Dawn

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    Their eyes. You can always tell someone by their eyes. Your facial expression can say lie but the eyes tell a story. Sadness, disappointment, happiness, extreme joy. Your eyes tell it all.

    • Christine

      Monday, January 21, 2008

      Hey Dawn! That’s very true :)

  4. Tonee

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    I notice a person’s overall facial expression – then I look at the eyes, then the mouth. I am extremely wary of people with shifty eyes and downturned lips – and this is based purely on experience ;-)

    • Christine

      Monday, January 21, 2008

      Interesting, the mouth! I never thought to look for downturned lips before.

      • Stacey

        Monday, January 21, 2008

        Aw! My mouth turns down naturally, and I’m not shifty! Though people often think I’m in a grump, lol.

  5. naomi

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    I usually notice their hair if the back is to me. If they are facing me I notice the hair, face, make up and what they are wearing. I find it interesting to see what kind of purse and car a person drives as well.

    • Christine

      Monday, January 21, 2008

      Hey Naomi! I agree that hair is what you might notice if their back is to you!

  6. Stephanie

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    The eyes and smile/teeth for both man/women. Those are two main things that I always seem to concentrate on. As Dawn said above, The eyes do tell everything! They also tell self confidence, If they can look you straight in the eyes. I never look down, NEVER when I’m talking to someone. Usually if it’s a women I look at their eyes/shadow esp if its unique color/design that catches my eye, or makeup application! I am meant to be a makeup artist! hehe

    • Stephanie

      Monday, January 21, 2008

      I have stopped many women in the malls/streets to compliment makeup/eye shadow applications and turns into hours long conversations.

      • Renee

        Tuesday, January 22, 2008

        oh wow, it’s cool that you look into people’s eyes :] i always feel like it gets too intense so i look away. and i never have the balls to ask pple what they’re wearing… hahah good job on being fearless :D

    • Christine

      Tuesday, January 22, 2008

      Kudos to you for such great eye contact!!

  7. Tanya

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    I tend to notice how someone is dressed…I don’t usually fit the norm myself so I tend to be attracted (not in a sexual way) to people who come across the same way I express myself – wild make-up, colorful hair, tattoo’s, punk rock attitudes. I will fully admit that I can be rathere judgemental when it comes to other peoples looks, which is a shame because I am sure I am passing up good people who would make great friends if I were more openminded. I just find it hard to think what I might have in commen with someone who dresses and acts like a typical mall girl or a soccer mom.

    So I usually notice something negative about someone and hear the little voice inside my head saying “eeekk she is so blond and tan, a size two and has an accessory dog…I bet she is brainless and a total b*tch”. Its not the nicest thing to admit about myself and I am trying to be more openminded and less judgemental.

    • Christine

      Tuesday, January 22, 2008

      Hey Tanya! Admitting is the first step, though, right? And I think many of us do it, to varying degrees, but sometimes it can’t be helped.

  8. martha manning

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    their eyeliner…I can’t stand when it is put-on uneven…but so far i have yet to advise a stanger about how to put it on correctly;) I also can’t stand foundation lines at the jaw-line.

    • Christine

      Tuesday, January 22, 2008

      Ohh, noticeable foundation is always awful!

  9. Zsofi

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    i look at their skin. if they have blemishes/spots/pimples i think “oh my God,they had stressful months behind them”.
    if someone has a too thick layer of foundation on,i think they are hiding something,not just bad skin,but a secret.

    if i meet girls at my school,who are well dressed and in high heels in the winter,when all the streets are covered with ice,i always think: “how can they be so stylish,when the only thing i am concentrating on are my exams.”

    if someone talks with a too high voice,i am sure,she has some soul problems,maybe self esteem problems.

    if someone is too confident and laughing too laudly,she wants to get attention from the boys.

    i tend to think,that girls with long and healthy hair are nice as a person.

    i don’t know why i think all this,but it seems i have a full theory on it :-D

    • Christine

      Tuesday, January 22, 2008

      lol, Zsofi! You definitely have a full theory on it all :)

  10. Nicole

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    I definitely notice teeth!! I guess it’s because I work in the dental profession! ;-)

    • Christine

      Tuesday, January 22, 2008

      Ahhh, that explains it then ;) The more into beauty I get, the more often I notice other people’s makeup habits!

  11. Mrs. Lynne

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    I too tend to notice the smile. Something about it just makes me more humble about my life. Like why worry about all the challenges and hardships. One day at time, just smile for now :)

    Then I notice teeth. I’m a sucker for a gorgeous grill, hah.

    Thanks for posting this Christine. Now I’m smiling :))))

    • Christine

      Tuesday, January 22, 2008

      I really love when people are smiling while they’re working. It makes me feel like they’ve found their passion, their job that they enjoy!

      Awww :)

  12. MAC_GiRL

    Monday, January 21, 2008

    GUYS- THE WAY THEY ARE DRESSED, TELLS ALOT ABOUT A GUY. ;) GIRLS- MAKE UP!!!! I HAVE JUST RECENTLY NOTICED, THAT WHEN I MEET SOMEONE NEW, I ALWAYS FIRST NOTICE THEIR MAKE UP. LOL. AND ALWAYS GIVE GOOD COMPLIMENTS!

    • Christine

      Tuesday, January 22, 2008

      lol, it’s great that you give compliments! Do you find more women that you compliment or more that you want to take and show them the way of good makeup?

      • MAC_GiRL

        Tuesday, January 22, 2008

        **CHRiSTiNE** lol well if i see there headed in the right direction, i always give good compliments. but i always tell them how important it is to blend!!! ((sometimes they go off and do crazy colors, but are missing the blending technique)) lol.so i just try to give them tips like they can give me some tips

        • Christine

          Wednesday, January 23, 2008

          Blending is soo important, and I’m glad you tell them what’s up!!

  13. Erin

    Wednesday, January 23, 2008

    I don’t think I look at anything in particular. Eyebrows, beauty-wise. I’m kind of a nut about that. But as far as first impressions, I think that I will zero in on whatever feature is most prominent or beautiful.

    • Christine

      Wednesday, January 23, 2008

      Do you see a lot of bad brows? I find brows can be so difficult to get done right!