The scientific method to being "sexy"

Allure's new sex issue is out, and I love, love, love all the juicy details. My favorite piece is called "The Laws of Attraction," in which they ask different experts to define "What is sexy?" according to the fields they work in, which are, anthropology, scent, science and acting. You'll have to buy the magazine to get the whole story, but here's the gist of what they're saying:

The Anthropologist:
"...large breasts, a small waist, and wide hips. This is a holdover from times when women with wider hips were more likely to survive childbirth...full, red lips and a clear complexion..."

The bottom line: So basically, Angelina Jolie.


The Scent Expert:
"Research tells us that our body odor plays a role in whether we're truly attracted to someone...we've heard accounts from thousands of men and women who say that they were attracted to their partner because they just smelled right."

The bottom line: Spicy perfume may smell like seduction, but at the end of the day, it's all about your natural scent.


The Scientist:
"Women are beginning to understand there's no such thing as 'normal'...the kind of behavior we know for sure leads to a satisfying sex life is mixing in other activities that bring you pleasure--whether it's listening to music during sex, or eating certain foods beforehand."

The bottom line: In other words, be yourself. And celebrate your late night Ben & Jerry's addiction.


The Acting Coach:
"In Hollywood, physical beauty is everywhere, but sexiness is not...voice is extremely important...Today, many young actresses talk like little girls, and there is nothing sensual or attractive about that...Women are supposed to grow up--only then can they truly captivate."

The bottom line: Don't be afraid to be a woman. Grr...