So you’re on a night out, you’re single and you’re looking for some fun. Now comes the big question… How do you pick up without being deemed as a creep? People these days are becoming frostier and extremely cynical as well as scared of being picked up by a creeper whom they will regret in the morning. No one wants to be someone’s regretful, drunken night, so unless you’re bad in bed, these tips will help you to avoid rejection and score the one-night-stand of your dreams.
1. Pick someone on your level
I’m talking about every level. Level of looks, level of fun and most importantly level of intoxication. Nothing says creepy like hitting on a girl or a guy who is obviously drunker than you. They are not prey. They are people. Don’t punch above your weight in the looks department either (unless you have super charm powers or non lame magic tricks), picking up is not getting married.
2. Casual is key
When trying to pick up, don’t go straight in for the kill. You might try to casually dance near the girl and catch her eye, or girls might just happen to hit the bar the same time as that guy they’ve been eyeing. A simple ‘Hey’ with a cute smile is bound to tell if this person is interested or not. (Hint: an eye roll does not mean ‘playing hard to get’). Don’t keep trying if they are not interested; keep your dignity. Never follow anyone. Conversation and body language is key. Read it! Have a chat, but nothing too deep or serious. If she keeps looking over your shoulder at the guy in the muscle tee, you’re probably wasting your time.
3. Gon buy you a drank
Like that old T-Pain song goes “Let me talk to ya, let me buy you a drank…” the order of picking up rules that you offer to buy a drink after you talk to them. You don’t want to spend money on someone who isn’t interested when you could be spending it on her equally cute best friend who keeps smiling at you. Read the signals, have a chat and offer to buy them a drink. This also shows that you are interested and not cheap. Take them with you so that you know they’re not just using you for alcohol supply. This also takes you away from the crowd and allows you to get to know each other better.
4. Be fun
Seriously. No one likes the boring type. Have a dance. Have a drink. Have a good time. And if you don’t blow it with some sort of comment or biased view, you should pick them up easily.
Extra tip: If this person is gorgeous and might be stuck up, try some of these steps with the best friend to find out more about them and whether they are worth it.
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