The boy band effect is the phenomenon when a group of
3 or more boys of mediocre looks are hanging out together in a
bar, mall, sporting event etc. When alone the boys would not merit a second glance from a nearby female but when together their averageness combines to form a
cute cluster of males like that of a boy band. Works best when
one guy is actually good looking. The boy band effect pulls up the ranking of looks the same way a British accent, suit, instrument or
baby/puppy would. See cheerleader effect for female equivalent.
Jessica - "Lets go talk to those
guys they're
cute!"
Tory - "No, look closer"
Jessica - "You're right only one is
cute - total boy band effect - bummer"