Italian men do appreciate beautiful women. They’re not afraid of the beauty, which is nice.

Herzigová contrasts cultural attitudes toward female beauty, suggesting that in her experience Italian men respond to attractiveness with open admiration rather than discomfort, defensiveness, or social caution. “Not afraid of the beauty” implies a confidence in acknowledging desire and aesthetic appreciation without treating beauty as threatening, taboo, or requiring apology. The remark also hints at the social dynamics of visibility: being seen and appreciated can feel affirming when it is framed as admiration rather than intimidation or resentment. At the same time, the quote invites reflection on how “appreciation” can range from respectful recognition to objectifying attention, depending on context and power dynamics.