Thoughts Male Public Nudity?

[andrew_b]

Do you think it's unfair that guys are more likely to get into trouble than women for being naked in public?

This obviously stems from the fact if a guy is excited it's very obvious, especially if he isn't covering himself. Although my own thoughts are going to bias on this subject so I would like to get opinions from guys and girls.

So what do you think, are guys given a raw deal with public nudity or is it justified?

[bamadude01]

Originally Posted by andrew_b

Do you think it's unfair that guys are more likely to get into trouble than women for being naked in public?

This obviously stems from the fact if a guy is excited it's very obvious, especially if he isn't covering himself. Although my own thoughts are going to bias on this subject so I would like to get opinions from guys and girls.

So what do you think, are guys given a raw deal with public nudity or is it justified?

Also going to point out the converse side of this idea: it is usually acceptable for guys to walk around shirtless in public, especially outdoors, however it's more of an issue if women are topless.

Now for my thoughts: Nudity itself, while socially taboo, is not sexual. It's our own thoughts and desires that make it so. Therefore, I would suggest that as long as no one is making any overtly sexual actions or comments, then nudity should be allowed, men and women, in most public settings.

[andrew_b]

Originally Posted by bamadude01

Also going to point out the converse side of this idea: it is usually acceptable for guys to walk around shirtless in public, especially outdoors, however it's more of an issue if women are topless.

Now for my thoughts: Nudity itself, while socially taboo, is not sexual. It's our own thoughts and desires that make it so. Therefore, I would suggest that as long as no one is making any overtly sexual actions or comments, then nudity should be allowed, men and women, in most public settings.

I couldn't agree more with this. Thanks for sharing about the women topless thing, hadn't considered that.

[bamadude01]

Originally Posted by andrew_b

I couldn't agree more with this. Thanks for sharing about the women topless thing, hadn't considered that.

You're welcome.

I personally think that if people were more open to casual nudity, either in public, or small groups with people they trust (for example, at home with family and/or friends), you'd see less occurrences of body image issues and an increase in body positivity in culture overall. With this idea in mind, it's one of my goals to visit, at least once, and try a nudist or clothing optional beach or resort, if for no other reason than to say I had.

[andrew_b]

Originally Posted by bamadude01

You're welcome.

I personally think that if people were more open to casual nudity, either in public, or small groups with people they trust (for example, at home with family and/or friends), you'd see less occurrences of body image issues and an increase in body positivity in culture overall. With this idea in mind, it's one of my goals to visit, at least once, and try a nudist or clothing optional beach or resort, if for no other reason than to say I had.

Again agree with this completely, although can never be sure unless it's put into practice.

Although the people I've chatted to who have had this kind of lifestyle do seem to have a better body image.

[theswitchyside]

Honestly? I think guys got the wrong end of the deal in those aspects!

Going commando is an issue, because you’re wearing track pants and you have some creative thoughts and every.single.person who walks by can see it!

Women can jerk off through yoga pants if they’re commando, but guys; so much as try to jerk off and the erection is there for the world to see :/

I’m not a nudist (that doesn’t mean I’m against it). I just don’t like the idea of being nude in public myself. If there’s someone who’s doing it and is comfortable, I’m not one to have an issue with that...

[barefooted83]

Originally Posted by bamadude01

Also going to point out the converse side of this idea: it is usually acceptable for guys to walk around shirtless in public, especially outdoors, however it's more of an issue if women are topless.

Now for my thoughts: Nudity itself, while socially taboo, is not sexual. It's our own thoughts and desires that make it so. Therefore, I would suggest that as long as no one is making any overtly sexual actions or comments, then nudity should be allowed, men and women, in most public settings.

Well, it's basically legal to go out fully nude in public where I live if it's not sexual but just 'being nude'.
The law says it's OK to wear (or not wear) what you want as long as you don't 'offend the public'. (there are some exceptions from that but not related to nudity).
If you someone calls the police, they have to decide if you 'offend the public' or not, so it basically comes down to how liberal the policemen (or women) are.
If you don't try to argue with them you only have to pay a fine, that's all.
If you'd actually do something sexual, the fee gets higher and I think a judge has to decide that.

[DareFiend]

"Well, it's basically legal to go out fully nude in public where I live"

-- which begs the question, where is that, so I can go there ... !

[andrew_b]

Originally Posted by DareFiend

"Well, it's basically legal to go out fully nude in public where I live"

-- which begs the question, where is that, so I can go there ... !

I'd say a lot of guys are wondering the same thing

[Jokeboy]

He probably is from Germany.

It's not forbidden to be nude in the public there, but it is still not okay to be nude in public everywhere (Public decency still counts). You won't go to jail or something, but if the police is coming then you can be told to leave the area/redress - worst case to pay a fine. Same here in Austria - not legal but also not forbidden.

[Kisune Karnon]

Guys tend to get a worse/harsh punishment only because it is them who normally do it. If there were as many women and they did it in the same areas as men. They'd probably get in as much trouble. So yes men do, but for obvious reason.