A person, usually (but not necessarily) a woman, who is extremely attractive and dresses well, but has serious personality flaws that would make an actual relationship with them challenging.
Yeah, my ex is gorgeous and looks great in that Versace dress, but she called the cops every time I didn't text her back right away. That bitch is a hot mess.
by Hermelin August 19, 2017
A person who's physically/sexually very attractive, but an emotional/psychological disaster area. Extremely charismatic in short bursts; typically but not necessarily great in the sack; impossible to live with. Male Patron Saint: Tom Cruise. Female Patron Saint: Lindsay Lohan/Winona Ryder (tie).
"Did you see those side boob pics of LiLo going into rehab?"
"She looked great in court, too. Man, she is one hot mess."
"She looked great in court, too. Man, she is one hot mess."
by SmallieBiggs May 31, 2013
When one's appearance and behaviour gradually sink into chaotic disarray, usually accompanied by an ever increasing consumption of alcohol.
by mirrorframe October 23, 2009
by hayles_89 February 26, 2009
by Pink Narcissucs December 16, 2009
by Shanna Silva April 01, 2004
When ones thoughts or appearance are in a state of disarray but they maintain an undeniable attractiveness or beauty.
by pounce February 13, 2007