Summer is a fun time, but not a long one. It isn’t quite cuffing season, and you don’t need a warm body by you at night. But a little kiss from time to time? We won’t deny that. And you never know what may happen when the weather begins to cool off.
When you have that one special person in mind, we have a few flirting tips to help break the ice and get their attention.
Start a fun rivalry
If he supports a certain sports team, whether you know anything (or care at all) about sports, try giving him an easy little “Go X” when passing and name his team’s rival team, or another team in the same city. For example, if he’s wearing a Red Sox hat, try slipping a “Go Yankees” in passing. It’s not aggressive, just breezy and playful. And it lets him know you’re a little clever. Maybe he might want to teach you a thing or two after. We can tolerate a little mansplaining a time or two if the benefits are worth it.
Befriend the friend
If you’re out and feel too nervous to chat up the guy you’re crushing on, try approaching one of his friends. Choose someone who seems easy to talk to and doesn’t make you feel out of place or nervous. Of course, this doesn’t mean you should flirt with the friend, but being in the proximity of someone whose attention you want gets you closer, literally. It also shows you’re friendly and know how to have a conversation about anything. This might be a long game, but your crush is going to wonder why you’re not talking to him instead.
Make fun of him, a little
Don’t be afraid to roast a man, but don’t overdo it. He’s showing up to the party fresh, and he’s not there to get absolutely destroyed. Don’t tear him up with insults. There is a delicate art form of poking fun without being aggressive or overly cutting. Make sure he knows it’s because you like him, and you aren’t trying to hurt him. Stay playful.
Get out of the house
Get off the apps and out of your head. We are talking in-person approaches here. For the most part, women just have to breathe the same air as a man and glance in their direction to get their attention. Try a little eye contact with the cutie in question at your next outing. If he keeps glancing back, hold your gaze for a little longer each time until he’s absolutely confident that approaching you will pay off.
Lean in
If you find yourself in light conversation with your crush, lean in close. Maybe pretend you can’t hear him. Don’t him with a loud and obnoxious “What?” But instead, lean in close, get your lips near him, let him smell your neck or your hair, and say something like, “Can you say that again?” Get cozy. He will be confronted with your presence, not to mention your pheromones, and you two can become closer from there.
These may seem a little scary, or maybe a little no-brainer for our flirting legends. But in a digital age, where no one approaches anyone anymore because we spend our time hiding behind screens and non-committal apps, these takes could be the refreshing confidence boost you – and he – needs to make something happen, for real.
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