How to compliment a guy on his looks over text? 30 ways to do it in style!

A compliment is a great way to express your admiration toward your partner. It can easily brighten up his day and charge his batteries for the week!

To ensure that you deliver the desired message, you don’t need to go overboard.

Complimenting a guy on his looks over text becomes more meaningful when you’re genuine and authentic with your compliments.

Through this article, we will explore practical ways to compliment a guy on his looks over text without seeming clingy or saying something wrong.

Here are 30 ways to compliment a guy on his looks over text in style!

1. “Well, aren’t you a charmer!”

Complimenting a guy on his looks can boost his confidence and his thoughts about his place in your life.

Telling a guy that he’s charming is a neutral compliment. Yet, it defines your aim.

This is suitable to use both in the early stages of dating and the relationship.

You’re not using explicit language, this is rather a sweet compliment more than a sexy one.

2. “You’re amazing! ”

This type of compliment is used to express admiration.

You’re not complimenting him only on his face or his body. You’re complimenting him as a whole human being.

3. “I admire your strength, I tremendously do so.”

Brooke Sprowl, a dating expert, claims that while dating or when being in a relationship, authenticity is very important.

Being authentic means choosing a compliment that you really mean and that is unique to his attributes, rather than a general one-fits-all.

4. “Your arms… Oh my, your sexy arms!!”

Since a man is designed to protect and provide, he’ll feel appreciated to know that he makes you feel safe. 

In the early stages of dating genuine compliments tend to have a positive impact on the relationship.

You let him know what you think about him and start building attraction depending on your affection and appreciation.

5. “Hugo underwear representatives called. They want you as their model.”

Humor, when used properly, makes a compliment authentic and unique.

A long-term partner has heard multiple times that he’s gorgeous, handsome, sexy, and hot. Now, it’s time to change the game. Send him this!

6. “Mister, how dare you be so hot?!”

Compliments don’t necessarily need to be said in a serious tone for them to work! Add a bit of humor to them when you can.

Be careful to not always use harsh sexual innuendos, but humor can always be present.

7. “You have the brightest smile I’ve ever seen!!”

Simple compliments make magic too. This type of compliment is short, simple, and meaningful.

You won’t cross his boundaries. You’ll just show your admiration.

8. “Well hello there, mister handsome!”

In the early stages of dating, compliments on his appearance should be lighthearted and interesting.

If you just started talking or you want to start a conversation, this compliment will get his attention!

9. “I admire the way you think and your authenticity.”

Make it all personal. Give him a short review of your impression and what you value already in him.

If he is shy or doesn’t like to get these types of compliments then try to learn his love language.

After you learn it, you will be able to know how to compliment and when to compliment him in a respectful manner.

10. “Your level of creativity is astounding to me!”

Compliments on his looks work most of the time. However, the ones that pull you two closer are the emotional compliments.

A compliment relating to him and his personality will give him good feelings and will put a smile on his face!

11. “My heart goes pitter-patter when you look at me with those green eyes of yours.”

If you have just started to date, you need to let him know that you’re attentive and attracted to him. What better way than this one?!

Letting him know how he makes you feel, will boost his self-esteem and connect you more emotionally.

12. “Grey really pops up those fine muscles.”

This can be a really good conversation starter be it on dating apps, or if you haven’t talked in a while.

You won’t be serious and won’t seem boring. Also, you’re not complimenting him as others do, you’re leveling it up a notch or two!

13. “Your face, I miss your face and beautiful eyes.”

You’re conveying that you find him beautiful by being specific about the facial features you love about him the most.

Using these two elements you will compliment his physique and make him feel good about himself.

14. “Your amazing personality fits your looks perfectly.”

With this compliment, you’re not targeting only his appearance but also his personality.

As Jonathan Clyde Moore mentioned in his book “The Art of the Compliment” men like receiving compliments just as much as women do.

For a man who is self-confident and doesn’t need to boost his ego, this compliment will flatter him a lot.

15. “The closest star to Earth is you, not the sun. Silly scientists!”

This subtle compliment is destined to reach a guy who likes metaphors, has a good sense of humor, and likes things nerdy.

Yet, if you find it difficult to find how he makes you feel and put it into words, try to work with a relationship coach.

16. “I love the way you carry and articulate yourself. It’s so sexy.”

A man does not like to be flattered in vain. You need to point out something specific about him. Something that only you could spot on.

This will increase the level of emotional intimacy letting him know you value him more than superficially.

17. “I couldn’t help but be smitten by your bright smile.”

You’re letting him know how his appearance is affecting you. This is one of those things that a man loves hearing.

You need to let him know what makes him outstanding from the others.

18. “I love how you do your beard. It suits the shape of your face.”

When you want to let a guy know that he looks good over the text you should be specific and honest.

If you like how he styles his beard then let him know. You will not compliment only his look but his sense of style too.

19. “I like that you love your job. It makes you even more attractive!”

This one is a light compliment if you just started dating him. He’ll feel seen and validated.

During the early stages, avoid using playful phrases that contain sexual innuendos because it might make him feel uncomfortable. Keep it simple!

20. “The way you talk and articulate yourself makes you so so hot!”

You’re telling that he is hot, presentable, and charming with a few simple words.

You would easily compliment any guy using this phrase. You’re not objectifying or sexualizing him.

21. “Your beautiful brown eyes are the dreamiest I’ve ever seen.”

When you compliment a guy on his eye color over text, you should be specific. You should convey why you like his eyes and how that makes you feel.

You will give him a visual of how his appearance makes you feel without making it feel weird.

22. “Sir, how dare you make the stars jealous of your light?!”

When you want to compliment a guy on his appearance over text it’s important to use your sense of humor too.

Incorporating humor when you compliment him over text will help you to avoid a lot of misunderstandings and set a positive tone.

23. “You’re so out of this world!”

This is a captivating phrase that you can use to compliment a guy on his appearance and personality over text.

It’s a light-hearted phrase that helps you state how attractive you find him.

This type of humor is respectful, it breaks the ice and doesn’t make him feel awkward or sexualized in any way.

24. “Your personality is magnetic.”

This compliment can be a decent one for him if you’re in the early stages of dating.

Different people have different communication styles, so make sure you start slow and steady, especially if you don’t know them very well.

25. “It’s like someone took their time and sculpted you to perfection.”

If you’re already in a relationship, using flirty and teasing phrases to compliment him will spice it up a notch.

This will make him feel special like he never felt before!

26. “You’re such a work of art.”

At first sight, this compliment looks simple but it has a great impact.

It’s a compliment that shows admiration and respect for him. To be more specific, you claim that he’s unique.

27. “Your love for science makes you even more attractive to me.”

You start this compliment with an innocent tone, so you set a positive tone and avoid making it intimidating.

You’re making it personal without using dirty phrases or making him feel bad.

28. “Life is not fair. Look at how handsome you are!”

This is a lovely compliment for a man you’ve known for a while now.

It’s an awesome way of giving him a genuine compliment through text while maintaining the room for flirting to continue between you two.

29. “There’s something about your presence. It makes me feel so safe and secure.”

He needs a little reminder of how strong, caring, and protective he is.

With this compliment, you acknowledge the safety, security, and peace that he gives you.

30. “Wow, how do you manage to look like an angel every day?”

This compliment is both flattering and flirty. You’re comparing him to a divine creature, making him feel the most special he felt in a long time!

It will boost his confidence and let him know that you appreciate and find him attractive. Keep it light and playful!

Can you compliment a man and call him cute over text? Does that “emasculate” him?

Some compliments are subtle, light-hearted, and neutral. These are suitable for a man you don’t know really well and don’t know his personality.

On the other hand, sultry, flirty, and more straightforward compliments can be used when you’re in a relationship with him or want to boost his ego.

The compliments above are crafted to let a man know that you find him attractive without emasculating or harassing him.

Referring to a man as cute is a lighthearted and subtle compliment. Yet, most men don’t settle very well with it, not in person and not over text either.

This happens for a few reasons. The first one is that the word “cute” is overused to describe delicate and sweet things, animals, gestures, and people.

A typical straight man (in a heteronormative sense) prefers something that portrays him as strong and masculine.

When a guy is pursuing you and your comment on his appearance with “Cute” then he might feel a little emasculated by the comment.

He might either think that you’re playing too hard to get, friend-zoning him, or you’re not interested in him.

The words “cute” and “adorable” are associated with childish, innocent, and delicate things, gestures, or people.

If you’re already dating or in a relationship with this guy, you can use the word cute to compliment him but make sure you follow it up with something else.

See how he responds to it, and depending on his response, you can tell whether using “Cute” with him is a good or bad idea.

Complimenting a guy on his looks over text like a pro!

Most people love compliments. However, there are some that don’t like receiving them.

You have to read the room a little to understand if he’s the type to like compliments or not.

The main mistake that you should avoid while complimenting a guy on his looks is coming on too strong.

Start light and slow, that way you give yourself space to read the room and see how he feels by your comments.

1. Overdoing compliments on his appearance might come off clingy or even manipulative.

Leon F Seltzer PhD, a psychologist, states that complimenting constantly can be labeled as a manipulative behavior too.

In this case, you need to respect his boundaries by keeping up with the conversation to the level that he feels comfortable with.

If you feel that his tone is changing then it’s better to switch the conversation to another topic.

You can start by asking open-ended questions or providing him with a new topic that includes your mutual interests.

2. Being too straightforward can lead to unintentionally disrespectful comments.

There’s nothing wrong with being blunt about how sexy you find him to be.

However, if you’re too straightforward and focused only on his appearance then you’ll risk giving him the wrong impression.

Especially if he’s looking for a long-term relationship. Try balancing your compliments by adding something emotional to them.

3. Be more specific with your compliments and don’t combine words that don’t mean anything to him and you.

The most crucial part of landing a compliment successfully is its authenticity and how genuine it is.

When you choose to compliment a guy on his looks through text, be authentic.

Choose words that he hasn’t heard before, can feel, and accept them.

The words gorgeous, handsome, and sexy tend to be overused. Try to connect his appearance to his skills and personality.

Mention something unique if you find him. Something with emotional value to both of you.

4. Be careful who you compare him to.

If you choose a fictional character, it’ll always be safer because he will not feel threatened or humiliated.

To be more specific, men like superheroes or myths in general.

Yet, before choosing to connect his attributes to a specific character make sure he likes the character first.

In the end, complimenting a guy on his looks over text should be simple and heartfelt. Avoid objectifying.

The aim is to make him feel good and show appreciation without making him feel uncomfortable.

Now go out there, light up the sparks, and brighten up his day with your awesome and unique compliments!

Sincerely,

Callisto