Happy Valentine's Day Eve! In honor of our favorite holiday, I found a fun yet realistic (for the most part) countdown of pickup lines you can actually use this V-Day (click here!) The list goes as follows...with a bit of commentary.
1. "Hey, I love your shoes (or handbag, or coat, etc.)!" Who doesn't love being complimented?! This is an easy, non-awkward way to start conversation and get brownie points at the same time.
2. "Hi, I would love to get you a drink." Perfect for when you spot someone in a bar setting. It's simple and direct. Try not to sound cheesy...it's pretty easy with this one. And PLEASE, take "no" for an answer. Persistence is not the key here, it just weirds people out and makes everyone uncomfortable.
3. "What kind of dog is that?" Everyone loves talking about their little pal. It shows you're interested and instantly gives you something to talk about. As e-Harmony says, if you're feeling brave/witty, add "Does he/she have a phone number?"
4. "Are you single?" I agree, this sounds scary and forward. But after working for a matchmaker, and actually USING this line in real life, I can assure you it's not as awkward as you might think. If you ask with your most charming smile and maybe even with a little laugh (like you know this is very direct, but you're going for it!) then if the answer is "no," most people will be impressed with your straightforward approach.
5." Hi, who's your friend?" According to the article, you can try this one if you're "a big more daring and playful." Personally, I disagree with this line. I'd be either offended, or creeped out.
6. "Nice to meet you, I'm ____ and you're beautiful!" With a lot of people, flattery will get you everywhere. This approach is again, very direct, but could also brighten someone's day and your chances of grabbing a date.
7. "I bet you were an awfully cute baby." Ok, another one I don't necessarily agree with. I promise, most of the ones on this list are good! However, although the article says this should come across as "endearing without being offensive," I'd stay away from using this line. To me, it seems more like they're a little too focused on babies (take that however you will...)!
8. "How much does a polar bear weight? Enough to break the ice!" This classic, marginally cheesy pickup line is actually pretty sweet and funny. Who doesn't enjoy a joke? This can show you don't take yourself TOO seriously, which in the dating world is definitely a plus.
9. "Excuse me, but you have something on your face," (when she goes to wipe it off stop her and say) "No, no leave it. It's beauty." Ok, this actually made me laugh out loud. Yes, it's super cheesy, but if a cutie came up to me and said this, I don't think I could resist. Actually, I might start using this. Watch out, boys!
10. "WHO are you?"The article says this is another "simple and endearing approach." I on the other hand, don't get it at all. I would think that this person knew me, or recognized me, if they asked me a question like that. Maybe I'm not quite getting the tone here, and if the right person asked in the right way it'd seem cute, but...I'll stick with polar bears and beauty on your face.
Basically, most of these fun and direct pickup lines are a great way to start the conversation and involve that person you've been eyeing. And don't forget, although Valentine's Day is coming up, February 15th is the best day to start dating people! Why? You have an entire year before the pressure of another V-Day comes up (ha-ha)! Anyways, if you don't get out there, you won't get un-single. So muster up that courage and hit on some hotties!
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