This could help explain why a woman with relatively wide hips and a visible waist can attract attention even if she has a higher body weight than another woman.
However, there is no single measure that appeals to everyone. Culture, age, personal experiences, and individual preferences also play a role in these attractions.
What does the brain actually detect when it observes a silhouette?
Here’s one of the most curious aspects: when we observe a body, we don’t consciously analyze centimeters, kilograms, or percentages. The brain quickly processes elements such as symmetry, proportion, volume, and contrast between different body areas.