: This research identifies leg length as one of the four essential parameters for assessing body shape attractiveness, alongside hip and waist width.

Several research papers explore the evolutionary and psychological underpinnings of why certain physical traits like an hourglass figure, full buttocks, and long legs are frequently highlighted in human attraction. Evolutionary Significance of Body Shape

: This paper discusses how a low waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) , often resulting from fuller buttocks and a slender waist, is a primary predictor of female physical attractiveness.

: Research by Devendra Singh suggests that fat distribution in the gluteofemoral region (buttocks and thighs) serves as a reliable cue for health and reproductive potential.

: This study examines the interaction between weight and WHR, finding that a ratio around 0.7 is globally perceived as a hallmark of feminine beauty and health. The Role of Legs and Breasts

: This 2024 paper explores variations in preferences between breasts and buttocks, linking them to different life history strategies. Cultural and Health Perspectives