The attraction may be to a persons aesthetics or movements or to their voice or smell, among other things. The attraction may be enhanced by a persons adornments, clothing, perfume or style. It can be influenced by individual genetic, psychological, or cultural factors, or to other, more amorphous qualities.

What makes us sexually attracted to certain people?

First, we tend to be drawn to people who are similar to us. Were commonly attracted to those who remind us of loved ones, such as parents, former significant others, or friends. “Subconsciously, hormones are activated because the other person has triggered some kind of similarity or resemblance,” says Beverly B.