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What makes it sexy: You know what's sexy? Female autonomy, that's what. And Spike Lee's 1986 classic She's Gotta Have It, which follows a woman who's dating three men, has that in spades. The movie is such a classic, it spawned a Netflix series of the same name. What makes it sexy: The chemistry between Kaluuya and Smith is off the charts, as strangers who go on the run after killing a cop in self-defense on their first date.

What makes it sexy: The film is famous for its same-sex love scene between Naomi Watts and Laura Elena Harring. Professional Stylist Expert Interview. 30 April 2019. When changing your wardrobe, you may need a bit of guidance to point you in the right direction. Looking through fashion blogs and magazines can help you find the sexy, casual look you're going for and teach you how to put your ideal outfit's together. What makes it sexy: This movie marked the the Wachowskis' directorial debut and tells the story of a passionate love affair between two women—one of whom happens to be the girlfriend of a mobster. Starring: Armie Hammer, Timothée Chalamet, Michael Stuhlbarg, Amira Casar, Esther Garrel, and Victoire Du Bois What makes it sexy: The Dreamers is about a love triangle involving a brother, sister, and an American student in Paris. Eva Green stars and is supremely sensual. There are two versions of the movie out there—an NC-17 cut and an R-rated version that's roughly three minutes shorter. Clearly, those are three important minutes.What makes it sexy: Sex, Lies, and Videotape isn't just about characters having sex, it's also full of frank conversations about sex, which is fascinating and titillating in its own wa y too. This Steven Soderbergh-directed film also marks a second James Spader appearance on this list, FWIW.

Show off your smarts. While you might think sexiness is about looks, being knowledgeable and intelligent are both viewed as sexy. Develop your mind by constantly learning new things. Then, show off that knowledge by talking about topics that interest you and sharing your skills with others. [19] X Research source What makes it sexy: This thriller draws out the danger inherent in sex, as a writing professor has an affair with a detective investigating a woman's murder. Show off your best features. It’s okay if you don’t think your body is perfect because no one does. That doesn’t mean you aren’t sexy! To build your sex appeal, decide which features you think are your best. [3] X Expert Source Kalee Hewlett Professional Stylist Expert Interview. 30 April 2019. Don't hide your shape with baggy clothing, but don't squeeze your body into extremely tight clothing either. Everyone has their own unique assets, so choose the clothes that best accentuate yours. Starring: Julianne Moore, Liam Neeson, Amanda Seyfried, Max Thieriot, R. H. Thomson, Nina Dobrev, and Meghan Heffern

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Smile to draw people to you. When you smile, it brightens your face and makes you appear friendly and approachable. Additionally, you can use different types of smiles to make yourself more alluring. For instance, a sly or lopsided smile can make you look mysterious, a one-sided smile can appear flirty, an open-mouth smile radiates joy, and a lip-biting smile can be suggestive. [14] X Research source Combine your casual clothing with sexier pieces. Creating a balance between sexy and casual is all about mixing up lengths, styles, and fit's. You can wear things that drape for a casual look combined with something tight to add a bit of sex appeal, or you can show off your legs with a sexy skirt while wearing a more modest top. What makes it sexy: This is, hands down, the sexiest road trip movie of all time and a must-see for fans of director Alfonso Cuarón, who would go on to direct Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Children of Men and to become the first Mexican director to win the Best Director Academy Award, for Gravity.

What makes it sexy: It's inspired by Double Indemnity and tells the story of a seductive woman who uses sex to manipulate her lover into murdering her husband. AKA, sex-fueled intrigue all over. Don't try too hard. Trying to be somebody you're not is never a good idea, and it's obvious to others. Instead of trying to change yourself, embrace what's naturally sexy about you. The more comfortable you appear, the sexier you'll look – no matter how casual your outfit is. Fill your life with things you enjoy so you’re having fun. Being fun draws people to you, which makes you more appealing. The best way to be fun is to have fun, so include more enjoyable things in your life. Try to do at least 1 fun thing a day to help you develop a fun attitude. [16] X Research source What makes it sexy: This movie pushed the envelope when it came to sex in mainstream movies and the kinky romance between Rourke and Basinger led to some iconic movie moments, including one particularly memorable kitchen scene.This article was co-authored by Kalee Hewlett and by wikiHow staff writer, Danielle Blinka, MA, MPA. Kalee Hewlett is a Celebrity Stylist & Confidence Coach with almost two decades of experience helping clients build confidence and ‘dress for success.' She works with her clients to transform their sense of self 'from the inside out’ by merging her expertise in image consulting with Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Kalee’s work is rooted in science, style, and the understanding that ‘identity is destiny'. She uses her own methodology and Style To Success Strategy to create positive identity shifts. Kalee is a fashion TV host and appears regularly on QVC UK sharing her fashion expertise. She also was appointed as the head judge and host of Fashion One Network’s 6-part TV show 'Design Genius.’ You can learn more by reading, keeping up with the news, watching documentaries, and taking classes for fun. Starring: Kevin Bacon, Matt Dillon, Neve Campbell, Theresa Russell, Denise Richards, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Robert Wagner, and Bill Murray

What makes it sexy: This coming-of-age drama may not seem super sexy at first glance, but it's full of tender, touching sex scenes that more than earn it a spot on this year. What makes it sexy: This erotic indie drama, about a college student who works at a unique, high-end brothel to earn money, is no fairytale. Girls in tight underwear and big hips especially excite the attention of the stronger sex. It looks very sexy. What makes it sexy: In 2013, Blue Is the Warmest Colour, shook audiences with its arousing look into the nuances of sexuality. Based on the graphic novel of the same name, Blue Is The Warmest Colour follows the relationship of a French teen named Adèle and aspiring painter, Emma. Build a wardrobe that makes you feel fabulous. You don’t need the most expensive clothes to look amazing. Try on everything in your closet and get rid of anything that doesn’t make you feel amazing. Make sure every item you keep boosts your confidence. [1] X Expert Source Kalee Hewlett

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Show off your shape. Wearing figure flattering clothing is the key to enhancing your sex appeal. [1] X Expert Source Susan Kim What makes it sexy: Magic Mike turns the tables on objectifcation and focuses on a group of male strippers.When Magic Mike came out, I'll admit, I was like "Huh? Why?" But then I saw Channing Tatum dance to "Pony" and I was like, "Oh. I get it." American visual artist and musician Kim Gordon, formerly of Sonic Youth, discusses her recent show of paintings, creative collaboration and new ventures Starrring: Javier Bardem, Penélope Cruz, Scarlett Johansson, Patricia Clarkson, Kevin Dunn, Rebecca Hall, and Chris Messina.