What Do Men Think About Hair Weaves?

Hair extensions produced Kate Gosslin's sexy new look; the jury's still out on the authenticity of First Lady Michelle Obama's stylish bob. At best, "gone today, here tomorrow" styles offer greater flexibility. At worst, the expensive, go-faux trend signals that women are increasingly dissatisfied with their natural looks.

Certainly, what's inside a woman's head matters more than what sprouts from—or is synthetically attached to—it. But since first impressions are so important in the dating game, we asked men: "Do you prefer au naturale or faux naturale?" Dating Advice From Michelle Obama

"I like natural, and I also like extensions. I'm pretty flexible. Naive, too! Once after a date, I went back to a woman's house, and I was surprised when she took her wig off." – Jed, 42, Youth Educator, White

"I fall in love with what's inside a woman, not what's on top of her head. But who am I to talk? My wife has what they call 'good hair.' Curly, luxurious locks falling down her back." – Bryan, 41, Marketing Consultant, Black

"I dislike all types of hair extensions. It's just so fake. Be proud of what you have and who you are. Weaves are uber-uncool and nonsexy." – Brandon, 26, Cell Phone Technician, Black 3 Secrets To Exuding Sexy

"Doesn't matter. If the weave is the same color as the girl's hair, I can't tell at all unless I pull and it rips off."  – Steve, 25, Law Enforcement Officer, White

"I used to believe running your fingers through a fine lady's hair only to come across the tracks was as shocking as The Crying Game's big reveal. I understand that societal influences make some women want long, flowing hair. I like that, too. But, if women have weaves, they should admit it. I mean, c'mon, I'd happily reveal that I have a rolled-up sock stuffed into my pants." – Jeff, 26, Editor, Black

"My opinion about weaves is: less is more." – Jay, 39, IT Specialist, Black