The Ideal Thigh: Aesthetic Proportions and Gluteal Fat Grafting | Dr. Daniel Gould

Dr. Daniel Gould co-authored research published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal examining how thigh shape and proportion contribute to the overall aesthetic appearance of the buttocks and lower body. The study sought to define characteristics associated with an attractive thigh using a population-based crowdsourcing approach. (PubMed)

While aesthetic research had previously explored the proportions of the ideal buttocks, the authors identified a gap in understanding how the surrounding thigh influences the overall result. This is particularly relevant in gluteal contouring, where the relationship between the buttocks and thighs can affect the balance and harmony of the silhouette. (OUP Academic)

For the study, digitally altered images were created with different thigh widths and angles while maintaining a consistent buttock shape. Participants evaluated these variations, allowing researchers to examine preferences related to thigh-to-buttock ratios and the contour of the buttock-thigh junction. (PubMed)

Responses were also analyzed according to demographic factors including age, gender, and ethnicity, providing insight into how perceptions of an attractive thigh may vary across different populations. (PubMed)

The research has practical implications for procedures such as gluteal fat grafting and body contouring. Rather than considering the buttocks in isolation, the findings support evaluating the surrounding thigh and overall lower-body proportions when planning aesthetic treatment. (PubMed)