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So you’ve finally managed to pull that girl you’ve been secretly pining for since the first time you ever clapped eyes on her in Gatecrasher (or Vodbull, respectively) but what happens next? Do you manage to at least kiss those lovely cherry VK flavoured lips again and possibly take them on a date or will you fall at the first hurdle? As funny as it sounds, we creatures of the feminine species are not as complex as we like to make out. There are just a few rules you should follow and here’s how…
First and foremost, nobody likes a keeno. When you’re chatting to her, do not kill her with compliments. If they’re insincere you’ll look like a bit of a sleaze and she’ll just feel embarrassed. If you listen to what she says and seem genuinely interested then she’ll be intrigued and want to know more about you. You both win. Be confident, keep the banter going and don’t be too serious – when you’re making her laugh you know you’re on the right track. Buying her a drink won’t hurt either; it’s not essential as she knows you’re a poor student but it makes you look generous and like you care that she’s happy and well-watered.
Once you have sufficiently chatted her up and managed to get her number, walk away. Being elusive will ensure she’s wondering all night (or until she reaches Rooster House at least), where you popped off to. It’s bad if you text her that night but it’s even worse if you commit the sin of texting her the next morning. She’s probably quite hungover and cringing at the thought of snogging your face off in the middle of the dance floor. Instead, wait a couple of days; she’ll be flattered you’re still thinking of her but you won’t come across like too much of an eager beaver.
Another important issue is texting intervals. As trivial as it sounds, replying straight away will make you look like you have nothing better to do. Waiting a bit longer means that it will probably cross her mind that you won’t reply and she’ll be more excited when you do. Variation is key. Along the lines of other sound-trivial-but-definitely-are-not issues is Facebook. If you’re clearly posing in your profile picture, remove it. Now. She’s after a guy that’s funny and mysterious, not one that spends his days photographing himself posing in front of the mirror (you know ‘that’ sort of myspace pose I’m referring to).
Finally when you ask her to meet up always propose a certain date. Lines such as ‘I’m pretty free next week’ make you sound like you’re either desperate to see her or you don’t have much going on in your life.
The one thing to remember is the most clichéd but accurate rule out there – ‘treat ‘em mean keep ‘em keen’ – but not too mean. The aim is to make her feel special without being too clingy. Once you’ve mastered that balance she’ll want you even more than you want Cheryl Cole.
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This is bad advice! You’re meant to be on our side. Boys — be nice to girls you like.
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by Jessica Tarrant on January 29th, 2010 at 2:22 pm