Sensual vs Sexy?

stephanieross1
stephanieross1 Posts: 388 Member
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They seem to mix, can someone explain the difference?
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  • TheSlorax
    TheSlorax Posts: 2,401 Member
    I am neither so I can't help sorry! I am kind of curious to see the responses though
  • baldzach
    baldzach Posts: 1,841 Member
    I would say that sensual engages many senses, whereas sexy engages basically one (at least in regards to the effect women have on men -- or at least on me...)

    Sensual seems to imply a degree of class that sexy may or may not on its own.

    Probably doesn't help, but that's my 2¢
  • 2B230
    2B230 Posts: 24
    My explanation would get me banned from MFP.
  • Excuse_less
    Excuse_less Posts: 874 Member
    I tend to think of sensual as have more to do with feelings, anticipations, and emotions being on the softer more gentle side. But sexy, when compared to sensual, would be more aggressive and visually obvious.

    I guess in short...........I really have no idea either lol
  • stephanieross1
    stephanieross1 Posts: 388 Member
    My explanation would get me banned from MFP.

    Damn. I didn't even get to see it.
  • funforsports
    funforsports Posts: 2,656 Member
    My goal is to be sexy, I don't give a crap about sensual.
  • V0lver
    V0lver Posts: 915 Member
    Sensual - Think erotica
    Sexy - Think porn
  • desertSNOUT
    desertSNOUT Posts: 175
    My explanation would get me banned from MFP.

    You and I may be thinking of 'Passion'

    ... which may be a component of sensual.... these are the type of things to talk about in the after glow, not when I am here eating a bowl of chili listening to Duran Duran... not really in the mood. HAHA
  • 2B230
    2B230 Posts: 24
    A sensual woman I would want sweaty passionate sex with.

    A sexy woman I would want to pound like a Mallard Duck.

    *bows*
  • 2B230
    2B230 Posts: 24
    HUngry like the wolf are you?
  • TheSlorax
    TheSlorax Posts: 2,401 Member
    My explanation would get me banned from MFP.

    You and I may be thinking of 'Passion'

    ... which may be a component of sensual.... these are the type of things to talk about in the after glow, not when I am here eating a bowl of chili listening to Duran Duran... not really in the mood. HAHA

    now I'm wanting to know what the "after glow" is... damn it
  • CaliforniaBarbie
    CaliforniaBarbie Posts: 346 Member
    Sensual seems to imply a degree of class that sexy may or may not on its own.
    thats pretty much what i think to.
    sensual to me means like not that totally obvious sex appeal, like you can be sensual in a nice dress and a "come hither" type smile, and that classy sex appeal.
    and sexy is like heels, lace, teddy, sexy hair, and a whip! :blushing: well if thats what you're into at least.
  • desertSNOUT
    desertSNOUT Posts: 175
    A sensual woman I would want sweaty passionate sex with.

    Yes this times a thousand although towards the end a Mallard Duck is always nice.

    Also FFS I KNEW someone was going to go there lol... Electric Barbarella/Union of the Snake now.
  • vtmoon
    vtmoon Posts: 3,436 Member
    Sensual is more of a personal connection. The chemistry between us, like you feel at peace together, you can share anything. You don't worry about judgement when together, you also have this ability to let each other in. It's that unexplained feeling , or that unexplained attraction.

    Sexy is more physical like eyes, lips, and such. Sexy is also habits, the way she sleeps, the way she yells at you when you playfully distracted her while she is trying to get something done. Sexy are external traits; the way she walks, her posture, the way she talks.

    But this is how I see it personally.
  • desertSNOUT
    desertSNOUT Posts: 175
    now I'm wanting to know what the "after glow" is... damn it

    <.< Surely you have had a lover talk to you afterwards when your heart is pounding so loud your ears ring? The atmosphere is damn near intoxicating...



    ...now about that cheesecake
  • desertSNOUT
    desertSNOUT Posts: 175
    Sensual is more of a personal connection. The chemistry between us, like you feel at peace together, you can share anything. You don't worry about judgement when together, you also have this ability to let each other in. It's that unexplained feeling , or that unexplained attraction.

    Sexy is more physical like eyes, lips, and such. Sexy is also habits, the way she sleeps, the way she yells at you when you playfully distracted her while she is trying to get something done. Sexy are external traits; the way she walks, her posture, the way she talks.

    But this is how I see it personally.

    Interesting view - in fact I would say in that regards a healthy relationship would definitely need BOTH; you might get farther on sensual than sexy but in the long run you need both. JMHO using this definition.
  • arghbowl
    arghbowl Posts: 1,179 Member
    "sensual" = let's have sex

    sexy = lets *kitten*
  • desertSNOUT
    desertSNOUT Posts: 175
    There is not enough cheesecake in this thread.

    cheesecake_zps8c522fe0.jpg
  • tmanfromtexas
    tmanfromtexas Posts: 928 Member
    They seem to mix, can someone explain the difference?

    Sexy is your dimples,

    Sensual is looking into your eyes and being awed by them...
  • arghbowl
    arghbowl Posts: 1,179 Member
    There is not enough cheesecake in this thread.

    cheesecake_zps8c522fe0.jpg

    ^^^ sensual
  • Iron_Lotus
    Iron_Lotus Posts: 2,295 Member
    sen·su·al (snsh-l)
    adj.
    1. Relating to or affecting any of the senses or a sense organ; sensory.
    2.
    a. Of, relating to, given to, or providing gratification of the physical and especially the sexual appetites. See Synonyms at sensuous.
    b. Suggesting sexuality; voluptuous.
    c. Physical rather than spiritual or intellectual.
    d. Lacking in moral or spiritual interests; worldly


    sex·y (sks)
    adj. sex·i·er, sex·i·est
    1. Arousing or tending to arouse sexual desire or interest.
    2. Slang Highly appealing or interesting; attractive: "The recruiting brochures are getting sexier" (Jack R. Wentworth).
  • arghbowl
    arghbowl Posts: 1,179 Member
    sen·su·al (snsh-l)
    adj.
    1. Relating to or affecting any of the senses or a sense organ; sensory.
    2.
    a. Of, relating to, given to, or providing gratification of the physical and especially the sexual appetites. See Synonyms at sensuous.
    b. Suggesting sexuality; voluptuous.
    c. Physical rather than spiritual or intellectual.
    d. Lacking in moral or spiritual interests; worldly


    sex·y (sks)
    adj. sex·i·er, sex·i·est
    1. Arousing or tending to arouse sexual desire or interest.
    2. Slang Highly appealing or interesting; attractive: "The recruiting brochures are getting sexier" (Jack R. Wentworth).

    Thank you, Mrs. Webster.
  • stephanieross1
    stephanieross1 Posts: 388 Member
    lol thanks guys,
    there's never enough cheesecake
  • Iron_Lotus
    Iron_Lotus Posts: 2,295 Member
    [/quote]

    Thank you, Mrs. Webster.
    [/quote]


    :wink:
  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    I see sensual as more of an action.
  • admegamo
    admegamo Posts: 175 Member
    Sexy = Having sex appeal


    Sensual = strongly or unduly inclined to gratification of the senses
  • Cranquistador
    Cranquistador Posts: 39,744 Member
    My goal is to be sexy, I don't give a crap about sensual.
    why?
  • GlutesthatSalute
    GlutesthatSalute Posts: 460 Member
    Sensual in my opinion is a way of being... smooth, womanly, soft, affectionate, passionate

    Sexy to me is a look, and indescribable thing someone has I believe it's called " je ne sais quoi".. either you have it or you don't
  • 43932452
    43932452 Posts: 7,246 Member
    Yes, which is which? :o
  • running_joe
    running_joe Posts: 2 Member
    When someone is sexy, they look and act it. It's a visual thing. I'm thinking that I really can't tell what "aura of sensuality" one has until I engage on a personal level.

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