yeah, bedheadred you look great!
I am around 180 lbs, size 12-14. I used to be around 150 when I was younger and I still sometimes would like to work on losing some of that weight. But as far as what men prefer, I've found there are plenty of good men who like me just the way I am. White, Asian and black men! There's not just "one kind" who like curvy women! And I do consider myself curvy - I eat well, I exercise, I do have a nice shape (large chest, bigger round butt and smaller waist) and hold my weight well. My boyfriend has plenty of things to say on how good he thinks I look...I don't necessarily see what he sees lol but it all works out I think he's hot as well.
Like others have said, there may be a media ideal, but there is someone for everyone. I know I personally have dated all types, it's more how we click. Yes attraction is important, but I've been attracted to many different looks. I've dated 5'6 - 6'9, different races, religions, colors, sizes, shapes.