So, I complimented this girl today...

[brewer]

Seriously, guys?

He asks one question and he's been accused of possibly being a troll, and some of those suggestions!

You all know how blunt I am.

But until we know he's trolling, let's try to avoid the accusation.

And, if he is in school, let's back off on some of the more adult suggestions, shall we?

How you doin??? 

[Catholic_Lady]

Just be genuine. There is a certain confidence that comes with being genuine, and it's not the arrogant type of confidence. A good woman will appreciate that.

[J a c k]

Sometimes no compliments are needed. You can just say, "Hi, I'm Bob. What's your name?" Boom. Next time you see her you can say "Hi, Susan."  

Then again, I don't ever really use pick up lines. I rarely go for strangers. I like people I'm familiar with. Except when it turns out I used a pick up line and it wasn't my intention. Oops.

[The Valkyrie]

Sometimes no compliments are needed. You can just say, "Hi, I'm Bob. What's your name?" Boom. Next time you see her you can say "Hi, Susan."  

Then again, I don't ever really use pick up lines. I rarely go for strangers. I like people I'm familiar with. Except when it turns out I used a pick up line and it wasn't my intention. Oops.

Strangers are the best when it comes to potential targets.

Especially tourists.

Not many people know they're missing until you're well away...

[Seraphina]

Today I went to my college class for a lecture and to take some notes. I’ve only been to this class for the second time, and this girl sitting directly in front of me caught my eye. I got a better look at her, and she was beautiful. I made a pact with myself to compliment her that day. When class ended, I decided to ask my professor a question. I wanted to get my stuff packed up before I did though. So when pretty much everyone had left. I saw the girl asking the professor a question herself. She happened to not have her stuff packed up. It took me a while to pack everything up, but, when I did, I wanted to break the ice. " Do I know you? you look familiar. Are you from around this area." I said. She mentioned places that were no where near where I lived( and tbh I didn’t recognize her), but I wanted to try something, right? She was almost packed up when I decided to spew a statement of, " I like your makeup". I said smiling. She smiled back and said “thank you.” Leaving right after. I’m usually not that bold, yet I felt smooth. At the same time I felt like a creep and/or jerk. I wish I could’ve talked to her more though. Could someone please tell me if I said anything wrong or to forward? Or did I say the right thing? Thanks.

Naw, you didn't say anything wrong. You're overthinking it. If your school term just started, you'll have plenty more opportunities to talk to her - use those opportunities and see where it goes.

-Teresa

[Succubus]

[KevinM1]

"Can I wear you as a hat?" Never fails

But, no, seriously, a pretty girl is just another person.  Don't put too much pressure on yourself or the situation.  Also, try to put yourself in her shoes.  If she's as pretty as you say, then she's had her fill of both guys hitting on her and guys being weird around her because of her looks (some guys are intimidated and act all weird/bashful in really awkward and noticeable ways).

Try just being her buddy.  I mean, at this point, do you even know if she's single?  Or cisgendered?  Don't put the cart before the horse.

[Athene]

Idk. Personally, I'm rather skeptical of men who who express interest based on absolutely nothing other than physical appearance. I regard it as shallow at best and creepy at worst, depending on how persistent they are.

Perhaps you should ask for her opinion on the latest lecture or class in general next time. Pretend that you have an interest in something other than her body and/or face. 

[KevinM1]

Yeah, definitely. I met the girl I consider still to be the love of my life in a high school French class. I thought she was cute from moment 1, but we became buddies first through school, and then she asked me (how progressive in the late 90s) to the prom.

Now, our romantic relationship didn't last for various reasons, but I still consider her to be my best friend.

[Little lunch]

Ahoy there matey, I like the cut of your jib, lass.
How's about walking the plank with an old seadog like me?
I'll raise the black flag and we can search Davey Jone's locker for silver and gold.