Flirting: What NOT To Do!

I don't pride myself on my ability to flirt. In fact, I would never usually approach someone I liked the look of, or 'make a move' on a guy. However, sometimes when under the influence of a few drinks this can change slightly.

I was on a night out with friends a few weeks ago, and may have had one too many cocktails. I was in a club when the photographer caught my eye, and me being a bit of a mess decided to approach him. I'm not the best flirter when I'm sober, but when under the influence it can just be one big cringing mess. I started off by asking if he had a girlfriend and he replied 'no', and then I followed by asking him his age and then telling him mine. The next thing I said is a bit of a blur, but he replied with saying that he had to get back to work, so it obviously didn't impress him. The night didn't end there. I then decided it would be appropriate to approach one of the bar staff, and tell him about my interest in the photographer. This proceeded with having an excellent chat about University and life with a lovely man serving jager bombs, and then he had me write down my name and number for the photographer. I also gave my number to a lovely woman who informed me that she would make sure that he text me. Needless to say I never received a call/text from said photographer, but I don't blame him. I became the type of person I usually avoid on nights out. If a man came up to me and did what I did, I most certainly wouldn't have saved their number in my phone!! Also, due to drinking a lot and it being the middle of summer, I was most likely sporting sweaty forehead, frizzy hair, smudged make-up and possibly a bit of dribble!

I have seen the same photographer every time I have been to the same club since, which usually results in awkward eye contact and avoiding him. Sadly, it is one of my favourite places to go on a night out, so the awkwardness will have to continue. Luckily, I'm only home from the Summer and then I go back to University, so at least I won't have to see him for another nine months!

So basically, when you see somebody you want to approach, do not start with asking if they have a girl/boyfriend and being so 'in your face' with the fact that you fancy them. Looking back, I should have played it a little 'cooler'. Also then, do not hand your number to some of the other staff for a last glimmer of hope. Doing said things results in you waking up feeling a bit stupid because you were rejected and cringing at your actions from the night before. I think I'll save the flirting for sober days from now on!